Elon Musk has unveiled plans to launch an early public version of X Money in April, marking a major step in transforming the social platform X into a financial services hub. The system, designed as a native custodial wallet embedded within the platform, will allow users to connect bank accounts, send peer-to-peer payments and handle everyday transactions such as bill payments without leaving the app. The announcement […]
Security vulnerabilities discovered in the open-source Pingora framework have triggered renewed scrutiny of infrastructure software used to route vast volumes of internet traffic, after researchers warned the flaws could allow attackers to manipulate web requests and poison caches in certain deployments. Cloudflare disclosed multiple weaknesses affecting standalone Pingora installations exposed directly to the internet, warning that attackers could exploit them to conduct HTTP request smuggling and cache […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai International Financial Centre has completed construction of DIFC Square and begun a phased handover of offices ahead of schedule, with the entire commercial space already leased, reflecting sustained demand from global financial institutions seeking a presence in the district. The development adds significant office capacity to the financial hub at a time when international banks, asset managers and advisory firms continue expanding […]
Large holders of Ripple’s XRP token are shifting significant volumes of the digital asset while debate grows over whether blockchain networks could challenge the global payments infrastructure long dominated by SWIFT. Market observers say the movements signal strategic positioning by influential investors who see potential in cross-border payment technologies linked to XRP. Blockchain data analysed by market analyst Ali Martinez indicates that whales—addresses holding large quantities of […]
Movement of nearly 9,600 ether valued at about $19.5 million from digital asset firm Bitmine to wallets associated with Coinbase Prime has drawn attention across cryptocurrency markets, highlighting the growing influence of companies building large corporate treasuries around ether. Blockchain data shows two transactions executed on Tuesday moving the assets to Coinbase’s institutional platform, a development that market observers say reflects internal treasury management rather than clear […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi’s financial services ambitions expanded into the United States after Judan Financial, a subsidiary of International Holding Company, agreed to acquire a 50.1 per cent stake in Miami-based investment manager Alpha Wave Global, a firm overseeing about $29 billion in assets across multiple investment strategies. Announcement of the deal marks the first strategic investment by Judan Financial since its establishment as a […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Businesses across the United Arab Emirates are accelerating preparations for mandatory electronic invoicing rules scheduled to take effect in 2026, as technology providers expand digital solutions designed to help companies comply with the forthcoming regulatory framework. Business Line, working in partnership with SAP, has introduced integrated e-invoicing and digital transformation tools aimed at assisting organisations in adapting to the new system that will […]
Ethereum’s market price has shown muted momentum across parts of the digital-asset market, yet underlying indicators suggest a steady expansion in the network’s financial infrastructure as tokenised real-world assets and Layer-2 platforms gather pace. Data tracking blockchain-based financial products indicates that tokenised real-world assets—commonly known as RWAs—have climbed to roughly $20.4 billion in value across decentralised networks, reflecting growing institutional participation and experimentation with blockchain settlement systems. […]
Heavy selling by large Bitcoin holders while smaller investors accumulate has raised concern among market analysts that the cryptocurrency’s price decline could extend further, highlighting a divergence that has often signalled deeper volatility in past market cycles. Blockchain data shows large holders, commonly referred to as “whales,” have been reducing positions while smaller investors continue to buy during price dips. Analysts monitoring wallet activity say the pattern […]
Pi Network’s token price has climbed about 15 per cent over the weekend, drawing renewed attention from traders as transaction volumes expand across crypto exchanges. Market participants say the move reflects a broader pattern of speculative interest surrounding the project’s ecosystem, though analysts argue that a key price level around $0.28 remains critical in determining whether the rebound can evolve into a stronger trend. The token associated […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai SoftBank Group’s digital payments subsidiary PayPay has secured backing from major Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds as anchor investors for its planned Nasdaq listing, signalling growing Gulf interest in Asian fintech assets and global digital payments infrastructure. PayPay Corporation is preparing to raise about $1.1 billion through an initial public offering in the United States, with the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and a […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai London-based consumer technology company Nothing has introduced its latest audio device, the Headphone, a pair of over-ear headphones designed to deliver extended listening time and premium features at a relatively accessible price point. The device stands out for an advertised battery endurance of up to 135 hours under certain conditions, positioning it among the longest-lasting wireless headphones in its category. The announcement marks […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai BlackRock has limited investor withdrawals from one of its largest private credit funds after a surge in redemption requests, underscoring mounting strain in the rapidly expanding market for non-bank lending valued at about $1.8 trillion. The restrictions apply to a private credit vehicle managed by the world’s largest asset manager that oversees roughly $26 billion in assets. Investors had sought to withdraw amounts […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Silicon Oasis has concluded the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme with a Demo Day that brought together start-ups, investors and policymakers to showcase emerging technologies aimed at transforming urban environments and sustainable infrastructure. The programme, organised by Dubai Silicon Oasis, a special economic zone for knowledge and innovation under the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority, is delivered in […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Iran has denied responsibility for reports linking Tehran to drone strikes targeting Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura complex, as tensions in the Gulf deepen amid an expanding conflict involving Israel and the United States. Officials in Tehran said the Iranian government had not attacked the oil giant’s facility, dismissing claims circulating in regional media and online that Iranian forces had deliberately targeted the refinery. […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Ajman has intensified efforts to attract visitors from Europe after the emirate’s tourism authority signed a cooperation agreement with German travel company Vtours to expand its presence in one of Europe’s largest outbound travel markets. Officials from Ajman’s Department of Tourism Development confirmed the partnership is designed to strengthen the emirate’s visibility in Germany through joint marketing initiatives and expanded travel packages. The […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Emirates Auction has joined the Edge of Life campaign as a strategic partner in an effort aimed at helping rescue five million children from severe hunger, strengthening a humanitarian initiative designed to mobilise resources and support global programmes targeting malnutrition and food insecurity. The campaign brings together humanitarian organisations and philanthropic partners working to address the escalating crisis of childhood hunger, particularly across […]
The U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has continued to grow in demand for Dubai based investors seeking access to long-term residency planning for their families. The demand has been so strong that certain players in the industry have in recent years been a little creative with the financing structure and inadvertently exposed EB5 investors to avoidable immigration risk, not because of the project, but because of how […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Casio Computer Co. has expanded its flagship G-SHOCK range with a new premium MR-G timepiece that blends advanced engineering with traditional Japanese craftsmanship, introducing a watch whose design draws heavily from historic woodworking techniques and classic indigo hues. The MRG-B2100D model features a striking lattice-pattern dial inspired by kigumi joinery and incorporates hanada-iro, a deep blue shade associated with heritage textiles and ceremonial […]
Kraken has gained access to the Federal Reserve’s core payments infrastructure, marking a milestone for the digital asset sector as a cryptocurrency exchange moves closer to the centre of the United States financial system. The development places the San Francisco-based platform among institutions able to connect directly with the Federal Reserve’s payment rails, a step long sought by digital asset firms seeking to bridge traditional banking […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai AD Ports Group signalled that shifting maritime routes in the Gulf could lift cargo volumes across its international network, as shipping lines adjust operations amid heightened security concerns near the Strait of Hormuz. The Abu Dhabi-based ports and logistics operator said diversion of vessels away from the narrow waterway may increase activity across terminals and logistics assets managed by the company in several […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Nasdaq Dubai reopened for trading at 10.00am Gulf Standard Time on Wednesday after a temporary suspension ordered by regulators, restoring activity on one of the region’s key international financial exchanges and signalling efforts by authorities to stabilise markets during a period of heightened geopolitical tension. The reopening was confirmed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, the independent regulator overseeing financial services in the […]
Tether has appointed Deloitte to provide an independent attestation of reserves backing its new USAT stablecoin, marking a notable step in the issuer’s long-running effort to bolster transparency around its dollar-linked tokens. The engagement, confirmed by the company, will result in a third-party report verifying assets held against USAT at a specified date. Unlike a full financial audit, the attestation offers a point-in-time snapshot of reserves and […]
Crypto exchange OKX has launched a developer-focused toolkit designed to power autonomous artificial intelligence agents on blockchain networks, marking a decisive step in the race to merge decentralised finance with machine-driven decision-making. The new framework, branded OnchainOS, is positioned as a programmable layer that allows developers to stitch together wallets, token swaps and real-time data feeds into self-operating bots capable of executing transactions without continuous human input. […]
