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Cryptocurrency

Latest news on crypto, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and UAE stablecoin, with expert analysis on investment trends and global regulation

Iran's Deputy Minister of Energy has expressed frustration at the problem. Bloomberg

Iran warns of crypto mining effects on electricity grid

TechnologyJune 07, 2026

Nobitex had become ⁠a central node in a shadow financial system. Bloomberg

US imposes sanctions on Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links

USJune 02, 2026

The UAE has been preparing regulatory frameworks for stablecoins and digital currencies.

IHC carries out Dh110m UAE dirham-backed stablecoin transaction

TechnologyMay 22, 2026

Changpeng Zhao has praised the UAE's regulatory clarity and forward-thinking leadership. Antonie Robertson / The National

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'UAE will be the centre for money,' says Binance founder

MoneyMay 04, 2026

Bitcoin has lost nearly half its value since its peak in October 2025. Victor Besa / the National

A look at the effect of higher oil prices on Bitcoin – or the lack thereof

MarketsApril 04, 2026

Bitcoin’s developers are not ignoring the problem. Bloomberg

Why a nine-minute quantum hack of Bitcoin isn't a real threat – yet

MoneyApril 03, 2026

Gold prices have fallen more than 14 per cent in the past month. EPA

With gold sinking and Bitcoin swaying, Iran war is reshaping safe-haven bets

MarketsMarch 22, 2026

Bitcoin lets you carry your wealth across a border in your head and access it from any country with an internet connection. Reuters

Bitcoin is experiencing a quiet regime change

MoneyMarch 21, 2026

The feverish performance of Bitcoin in early February 2026. There are big questions about its place as an asset class. AFP

Bitcoin's slump raises questions over its role as a serious asset class

MoneyMarch 10, 2026

Iran's economy has been hit hard by tough international sanctions. AFP

War, sanctions and crypto: Inside Iran’s $7.8bn digital economy

USMarch 10, 2026

The UAE Central Bank began implementing its digital currency strategy in March 2023. Deepak Fernandez / The National

01:03

IHC, Sirius and FAB given approval to launch UAE dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC

TechnologyFebruary 11, 2026

A Bithumb exchange office in Seoul, South Korea. Bloomberg

Bitcoin blunder: South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn

MoneyFebruary 10, 2026

The largest cryptocurrency is down about 13 per cent this year. Victor Besa / the National

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump's election win in November 2024

MoneyFebruary 04, 2026

Some market analysts say Bitcoin could move back towards its highs this year, thanks to a weaker US dollar and persistent exchange-traded fund inflows. Bloomberg

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since April 2025 amid liquidity fears

MoneyFebruary 01, 2026

The stablecoin Tether (USDT) alone has spawned a long list of 'me-toos'. AFP

UAE plugs itself into global $300bn stablecoin system regulating digital dollars

MoneyJanuary 31, 2026

Gold and silver are seen as offering a hedge against inflation. AFP

Gold and silver soar as Bitcoin falls on Trump's tariff threats against Europe

MarketsJanuary 19, 2026

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