Digital Dirham

AED-backed stablecoin announcement graphic
UAE Unveils First AED-Backed Stablecoin, Zand AED

The UAE has launched Zand AED, the nation’s first regulated multi-chain AED-backed stablecoin. Since the…

Digital Dirham transaction demonstration scene
UAE Completes First Government Financial Payment using Digital Dirham

The UAE has completed its first government financial transaction using the Digital Dirham, marking a…

UAE to introduce a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) in 2025 to enhance financial innovation.
UAE Plans to Launch Retail Central Bank Digital Currency in 2025

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) plans to introduce a retail central…

UAE unveils new dirham symbol and Digital Dirham for global financial innovation.
UAE Unveils New Dirham Symbol Inspired by National Identity

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has introduced a new symbol for the dirham,…

UAE Central Bank has begun implementing its Digital Dirham strategy

The UAE Central Bank has announced the launch of its digital currency strategy, Digital Dirham,…