The Abu Dhabi-based ADI Foundation has officially launched ADI Chain, marking a major milestone as the first institutional-grade Layer-2 blockchain in the MENA region specifically tailored for stablecoins and real-world assets (RWAs). A Regulated Hub for Institutional Innovation ADI Chain is designed to provide a secure, compliant environment for governments and large-scale enterprises. Key features … Read more
Major cryptocurrency industry figures recently convened in Abu Dhabi, aiming to secure investments from wealthy Emirati investors to revitalize the market after a two-month slowdown. The influx of “crypto titans” was fueled by rumors of significant investors, notably representatives from a $330 billion sovereign wealth fund, being present at a local crypto conference. Despite the … Read more
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is rapidly asserting its position as a global powerhouse in the digital asset space, and nowhere is this momentum more visible than at Bitcoin MENA 2025. Returning for its second edition, the premier regional conference is set to transform the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, UAE, into … Read more
BlackRock, a leading global asset manager, recently held its first board meeting in Abu Dhabi, a move that signifies its heightened focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the wider Middle East region. This development, which included high-level engagement with UAE royalty and BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, centered on themes like artificial intelligence (AI), … Read more