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Dubai’s ArabianChain launches cryptocurrency exchange platform
ArabianChain has announced the launch of Palmex – one of the first digital asset exchanges to be born out of the Middle East and North Africa region.
Kodak offers new revenue stream for photographers
Kodak and WENN Digital have come together in a licensing partnership to launch KodakOne image rights management platform and KodakCoin, …
Belfrics Global all set to launch cryptocurrency exchange in Bahrain
This makes Belfrics Group the first ever exchange in the Middle East to obtain a central bank issued license to run a cryptocurrency exchange.
Over 60 startups to take part at Dubai’s UNLOCK Blockchain forum
Over 60 blockchain start-ups will participate in the upcoming UNLOCK Blockchain Forum, which is set to take place on 14th to 15th January in Dubai.
Digital currency exchange Coinbase allows trading in Bitcoin Cash
San Francisco-based bitcoin exchange Coinbase said on Tuesday it would allow customers to buy, sell, send and receive Bitcoin Cash, …
Cryptocurrency withdrawals will soon be available at UAE ATMs
NCR has announced that it has teamed-up with CoinHub to enable users to make cash withdrawals from their cryptocurrency account at the ATM.
Lukewarm response to CME’s bitcoin futures debut
Bitcoin futures got a muted reception after their debut on CME Group late on Sunday, with volumes in the tens …
UAE property developer to accept payments in digital currency
UAE-based MAG Lifestyle Development, part of the MAG Group, has announced that it will offer customers the opportunity to purchase properties using OneGram, the first Sharia-compliant cryptocurrency.
KPMG Kuwait to accept payments in bitcoins
KPMG, a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services, has announced that its office in Kuwait will now accept payments in bitcoins for a wide range of consulting services.