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Praxis Secures $525 Million for Tech-Friendly City Focused on Crypto and AI

Praxis, an “internet-native alliance,” has successfully raised $525 million to develop a cutting-edge city designed with a focus on reduced regulations for industries such as cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence. The funding includes a substantial $500 million pledge from GEM Digital and an additional $25 million from Arch Lending.

Vision for the Future

The planned tech haven will be located in a yet-to-be-disclosed area, emphasizing innovations in sectors like biotechnology, energy, and advanced manufacturing. With approximately 1,000 acres of land and capacity for 10,000 residents, the city aims to feature futuristic architecture and a blockchain-based economy that could set a new standard for urban living.

Praxis envisions a collaborative environment where technological advancements can thrive, unencumbered by traditional regulatory frameworks.

Timeline and Development

The final location for this ambitious project is expected to be announced by early 2025. As the city develops, it aims to attract entrepreneurs, technologists, and visionaries from around the globe, creating a dynamic community focused on groundbreaking innovations.

With significant backing from major investors, Praxis is poised to become a leader in shaping the future of tech-friendly urban environments, paving the way for the next generation of digital economies.

October 2024, Cryptoniteuae

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Vaibhavv Ali
Vaibhavv Ali

Vaibhavv Ali is the founder and editor of Cryptonite (cryptonite.ae), an independent digital-asset news and analysis publication with a UAE focus. He covers virtual-asset regulation — VARA, ADGM and the UAE Central Bank — alongside real-world-asset tokenization, stablecoins and agentic AI in finance. Every Cryptonite article is human-edited and its sources are linked. He is also a celebrated speaker and host.

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