#Blockchain

GB Tech web3 awards 2023

GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023: Winners of the second edition announced in glittering ceremony

The ceremony was held on October 30 at Headlines, Dubai World Trade Centre and a total of 15 winners were recognised for their work in the web3 ecosystem

digital

Why digital infrastructure is a cornerstone for the burgeoning growth markets

The evolution of digital infrastructure stands as a cornerstone for the burgeoning growth markets in the realm of technological sovereignty

Future Blockchain Summit 2023

Dubai Harbour: Future Blockchain Summit kicks off on Oct 15

The summit, which will go on until October 18 at Dubai Harbour, will see global companies showcase the significant progress made in Web3, blockchain and crypto technologies

Phoenix Group gears up for Abu Dhabi IPO

UAE’s Phoenix Group gears up for IPO in Abu Dhabi

Founded in 2017, the company is set to be the first privately owned crypto and blockchain entity to be listed on a Middle East stock market

blockchain

Cover story: Pioneering proptech: Transforming real estate through blockchain

Robin Ubaghs, co-founder of Propchain and the Welfare Group shares how his ventures are using blockchain technology to transform the real estate industry

crypto currency

Cryptoverse: ‘It’s a knife fight’ as traders get tokenised

As crypto prices see-saw ahead of their next swerve, the market for “tokenisation” may finally be reaching a critical mass

Silal launches food tracking system powered by blockchain tech Image Silal X

Farm to fork: Abu Dhabi’s Silal launches blockchain-powered food tracking system

The traceability feature is accessible by scanning the QR code of a Silal Fresh product through the Silal App

Dubai South

Dubai South completes blockchain integration system in partnership with Dubai Customs

Dubai South becomes the first free zone in Dubai to complete this integration

GB Tech Web3 Awards

Revealed: GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023 shortlists

The shortlists reflect the innovation, creativity and dedication of individuals and projects shaping the Web3 ecosystem

Bybit TradeGPT

Bybit’s TradeGPT to offer AI-powered trading assistant

The platform can offer market strategies in terms of percentage chance and also recommend the right products

Binance Bahrain

Binance launches crypto futures in Bahrain

Binance Bahrain BSC is the first regulated exchange in the region to offer these services and the only exchange with a CAT4 licence

BitOasis

BitOasis secures new investment from India’s crypto exchange CoinDCX

This is CoinDCX’s first investment into the MENA region

Islamic Coin

Islamic Coin announces token sale; appoints Republic as Web3 advisor

Republic Crypto will help engage with potential strategic partners, exchanges and market makers

Lombard Odier

Crypto Oasis Ventures, DIFC to collaborate on accelerator programmes

The partnership is expected to bring immense value to startups participating in DIFC Innovation Hub’s various accelerator programmes this year

Fluent Finance opens Abu Dhabi office

Fluent Finance opens Abu Dhabi office to advance trade finance

The blockchain firm said its new UAE entity will focus on deposit token infrastructure to promote cost-effective and borderless trade finance

GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023

Nominations now open for GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023

The event aims to recognise and honour the most influential companies, startups and thought leaders within the Web3 community

Islamic Coin

Islamic Coin secures $200m funding from ABO Digital

The total funding has reached $400m

Bitcoin

Bitcoin set for best week since March fuelled by speculation over ETFs

The token edged below $30,000 as of 10:05am Friday in Singapore

Blockchain

How integration of blockchain and AI will revolutionise business effectiveness

The technologies hold the key to unlocking efficiency and operational excellence combined with security and transparency

Food security AgriTech GCC

GCC: How tech can support food security

We explore the role of innovative technologies in achieving food security in the GCC region

blockchain technology

New blockchain technology research reveals value potential for emerging markets

Agile Dynamics releases report detailing current and future state of blockchain technology, including how to leverage tech for cost efficiency and more

VARA fines OPNX

Bitcoin faces first monthly drop of 2023 as crypto revival cools

The largest cryptocurrency was steady at $27,630 as of 12:05 pm in Singapore on Wednesday

Wemix

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 and Wemix collaborate to fuel growth for blockchain startups

Startups within Hub71+ Digital Assets will be able to leverage the technical knowledge and expertise of Wemix

Bitcoin

Bitcoin jumps to more than two-week high

Smaller tokens ranging from Ether to Binance Coin also posted gains

Crypto Oasis

Crypto Oasis identifies over 1,800 Web3 organisations in the UAE

More than 8,650 individuals currently contribute to the crypto, blockchain, metaverse and Web3 ecosystem of the country

co-working space

Free co-working space now opens at Jumeirah Beach Residence

Spreading across 10,000 sq ft and with a total capacity of 80 desks, Cypher Hub is specifically designed for Web3 founders and entrepreneurs to collaborate, network and partner

Bitcoin sags after its longest streak of monthly gains since 2021

Bitcoin’s 73 per cent rebound in 2023 from last year’s crypto rout has stalled around the $30,000 level

Bitcoin

Bitcoin extends recent bout of volatility in climb back toward $30,000

The largest token rose as much as 3.7 per cent on Thursday

Knight Dragon’s Sammy Lee

How Knight Dragon plans to revolutionise Saudi Arabia’s real estate landscape

The developer shares the same vision as the authorities in Saudi Arabia and the company plans to open an office in Riyadh in Q4 2023

Wemade

Saudi Arabia partners with South Korea’s Wemade to enhance gaming and blockchain sector

The partnership will focus on various initiatives such as training programmes, educational content, game localisation and sponsorship of regional events