IMF to Co-Host Blockchain Seminar Next Month
The International Monetary Fund and Dubai’s Ministry of Finance will co-host a FinTech seminar focusing on blockchain and cryptocurrencies next month.
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Jan 30, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. UTC
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UAE 'Virtual Currency' Restrictions Cast Uncertain Shadow on Bitcoin
The UAE central bank is seeking to prohibit the use of digital currencies in the financial sector.
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Jan 17, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. UTC
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Mobile Telco Du Reveals New Blockchain Healthcare Partnership
One of the UAE's largest telcos has announced a new partner in its drive for blockchain-powered medical records.
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Jan 4, 2017 at 1:11 p.m. UTC
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Dubai Appeals to Startup Ecosystem for Blockchain Immigration Solution
Dubai's immigration agency is seeking a blockchain startup to develop a system that will cut illegal residency in the country.
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Dec 23, 2016 at 2:15 p.m. UTC
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UAE Government to Sponsor $140k Blockchain Hackathon
The government of the United Arab Emirates is sponsoring a virtual hackathon dedicated to blockchain, with $140,000 in prizes up for grabs.
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Nov 29, 2016 at 8:12 p.m. UTC
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Dubai Legislators to Discuss Bitcoin Regulation
Dubai’s government is laying the groundwork for developing legislation around bitcoin and digital currencies.
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Nov 17, 2016 at 4:01 p.m. UTC
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Alleged Bitcoin Scammer Busted By Dubai Police
Police in Dubai have reportedly arrested a man accused stealing bitcoins from several individuals.
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Nov 9, 2016 at 4:37 p.m. UTC
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Emirates NBD, ICICI Complete Cross-Border Blockchain Transaction
Major banks in Dubai and India have embarked on a series of blockchain trials with the help of Infosys.
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Oct 12, 2016 at 4:08 p.m. UTC
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Dubai Wants All Government Documents on Blockchain By 2020
The United Arab Emirates city of Dubai has announced plans to move all of its government documents to a blockchain by 2020.
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Oct 5, 2016 at 3:40 p.m. UTC
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Kimberley Process Inches Closer to 'Blood Diamond' Blockchain
A global tracking scheme for conflict diamonds is continuing its internal blockchain trials, according to a new report.
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Sep 1, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. UTC
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