Topic: blockchain technology
-
UAE's IOPn Launches World's First Blockchain Citizenship with São Tomé
The UAE and São Tomé and Príncipe have launched the world's first blockchain-powered Citizenship-by-Investment program, managed through STPSA and IOPn. This initiative utilizes Emirati-developed blockchain, AI, and cloud technologies to ensure transparency and security while boosting the UAE's in...
Read More » -
Qatar Launches Blockchain Pilot to Boost Islamic Finance Transparency
Qatar has launched a blockchain-based Digital Receipt System to enhance transparency and efficiency in Islamic finance, led by the Qatar Financial Centre. The initiative involves a consortium of partners and uses smart contracts to improve traceability and integrity in Shariah-compliant asset-bac...
Read More » -
Bybit Partners with Abu Dhabi to Boost Vietnam's Digital Asset Growth
A major partnership has been announced between Bybit, the Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center, Da Nang City, and Verichains to accelerate Vietnam's digital asset ecosystem and support Da Nang's development into an International Financial Center. The collaboration includes establishing a blockchain regula...
Read More » -
Oumla Secures $2.4M to Develop Saudi Digital Asset Infrastructure
Oumla raised $2.4 million in seed funding, led by Core Vision with support from Avalanche and angel investors, to advance Saudi Arabia's digital asset infrastructure. The company provides custody, management, and tokenization solutions for digital assets, targeting corporations, banks, and govern...
Read More » -
Kazakhstan & Qatar Forge Digital Transformation Partnerships
Kazakhstan and Qatar are advancing digital transformation through AI, blockchain, and cloud computing to modernize economies and enhance public services. Kazakhstan has launched initiatives like the Crypto City pilot zone and a national AI strategy, while Qatar is collaborating with IBM and pilot...
Read More » -
The Great Banking Collision: DeFi Meets Mainstream
Decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional banking are converging, reshaping financial services through blockchain technology and smart contracts, offering speed, affordability, and global access. This integration challenges traditional banking by eliminating intermediaries, prompting banks to ...
Read More » -
Tristan Thompson & World Mobile Launch Uplift Network
NBA champion Tristan Thompson has partnered with World Mobile to launch Uplift, a community-owned mobile network offering unlimited data plans starting at $9.99 per month to enhance connectivity affordability. Uplift utilizes blockchain and a decentralized infrastructure (DePIN), enabling local A...
Read More » -
Bybit Partners with QNB Group to Accept QCDT, Unlocking Institutional Crypto Access
Bybit has partnered with QNB Group and DMZ Finance to integrate QCDT, the first DFSA-approved tokenized money market fund, as collateral, bridging traditional and digital finance. QCDT is backed by U.S. Treasuries and operates under regulatory frameworks, offering institutional-grade security and...
Read More » -
Build an Unbreakable Supply Chain with This Tech
A resilient supply chain requires a holistic strategy integrating technology, risk management, and forward-thinking planning, treating it as a unified framework rather than just an operational task. Organizations must avoid prioritizing efficiency over resilience and embrace evolving strategies, ...
Read More » -
Stripe Partners With Anthropic, OpenAI to Build New Blockchain
Stripe is launching Tempo, a new venture focused on high-volume stablecoin processing, as part of a strategic push into the digital payments space. The initiative has secured major launch partners, including Anthropic, Visa, and Shopify, indicating strong industry confidence in its potential appl...
Read More » -
DMCC Hits 1,000 Chinese Firms Milestone Amid Tech Boom
DMCC has reached a milestone with its 1,000th Chinese company, highlighting the strong and growing trade relationship between the UAE and China, as showcased during a roadshow in key Chinese cities. Chinese companies in DMCC are growing rapidly, with double-digit annual increases, particularly in...
Read More » -
2025's 100+ New Tech Unicorns: The Full List
The venture capital landscape in 2025 saw over a hundred startups achieve unicorn status, with a dominant focus on artificial intelligence alongside breakthroughs in sectors like space tech, biotech, and blockchain. The year's new unicorns were heavily concentrated in AI, featuring companies spec...
Read More » -
From Traditional to AI: The Evolution of Credit Risk Analysis
Credit risk analysis has evolved from manual methods to AI-driven systems using real-time data to address global debt, regulations, and data growth. The shift includes digitization, alternative data sources, and machine learning for faster, more accurate, and inclusive risk assessments. Challenge...
Read More » -
Dubai Land Department's 19-Year Digital Journey at GITEX 2025
DLD is showcasing its nearly two decades of digital leadership at GITEX Global 2025, introducing new digital solutions and strategic partnerships to enhance service efficiency and market transparency in Dubai's real estate sector. The department has long integrated advanced technologies like AI a...
Read More » -
MoviePass Launches Mogul Fantasy League to the Public
Mogul, a fantasy film studio platform by MoviePass, is now publicly available, allowing users to manage a virtual studio by drafting actors, directors, and films to earn points based on real-world performance. Players start with a budget of "Mogul Coin" to build their team, with strategic decisio...
Read More » -
India's Arya.ag Thrives with Investors Despite Falling Crop Prices
Arya.ag, an Indian agritech firm, raised $81 million in Series D funding, demonstrating resilience by avoiding direct commodity speculation and remaining profitable despite sector volatility. The company empowers farmers by providing local storage to use grain as collateral for loans and connects...
Read More » -
2025 Sees Over 80 New Tech Unicorns Emerge
The venture capital landscape in 2025 is seeing a surge in new billion-dollar companies, heavily fueled by investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence. While AI startups dominate, new unicorns are emerging from diverse sectors including space tech, blockchain, healthcare, consumer goods, and ...
Read More » -
12 Useful Tech Gifts for Older Adults
Technology gifts for older adults should prioritize user-friendly design and clear benefits to enhance daily life without overwhelming complexity. Practical options include voice-activated assistants, simplified communication devices, and health tools like automatic pill dispensers and emergency ...
Read More »