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Dubai International Financial Centre reaffirms position as global hub for finance, innovation, and talent attraction with strong H1 2023 results
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, witnessed unparalleled growth in the first half of 2023. DIFC’s performance reaffirms its efforts in driving the future of finance as the region’s growth catalyst for financial institutions, FinTech firms and Innovation companies.
A total of 661 new entities registered during the first half of this year, representing a double digit (23 per cent) year-on-year increase. The total number of companies operating in DIFC has risen from 4,031 to 4,949 at the end of June 2023, a year-on-year increase of 23 per cent. Reflecting DIFC’s growing reputation as a global hub for FinTech and Innovation, the number of firms in those sectors grew from 599 to 811 year-on-year, up 35 per cent.
Company growth has led to a strong increase in job creation, up 20 per cent year-on-year to 3,057, bringing the total workforce in DIFC to 39,140 individuals in line with DIFC’s 2030 Strategy, further strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub for world-class talent.
The strong inflow of top firms underscores Dubai’s attractiveness as a global business hub and reaffirms DIFC’s world-class reputation that continues to attract companies from around the world. The inflow of hedge funds continued in H1 2023, leveraging DIFC’s eco-system of over 300 Wealth and Asset Management firms, and progressive global centre for alternative investments. Amongst its 4,949 entities, DIFC is currently home to 17 of the world’s top 20 banks, 25 of the world’s top 30 global systemically important banks, five of the top 10 insurance companies, five of the top 10 asset managers, and many leading global law and consulting firms.
Recognising Dubai’s progress within the industry, the spring 2023 edition of Global Financial Centres Index, categorised the city as one of only ten financial centres in the world as a global leader with broad and deep capabilities. Dubai is the only financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region to be awarded this classification. www.difc.ae
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KuCoin Shines at The Gateway Event, Advocating for Blockchain Innovation Through TON
DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a global leader in the cryptocurrency exchange arena, is thrilled to announce its active participation at this year’s premier TON community event, The Gateway. The annual conference, renowned for uniting key players in the TON ecosystem, aligns perfectly with KuCoin’s mission to democratize cryptocurrency and expand its reach across the globe.
Representing KuCoin at the event was Alicia, who took part in the insightful panel discussion on “Perspective Sectors on TON for VCs and Exchanges.” Her presence underscored the vibrant potential of the venture capital market within emerging blockchain technologies, particularly the TON ecosystem. Alicia’s discussion highlighted how TON’s seamless integration with Telegram presents unique opportunities for innovation and user engagement, resonating with KuCoin’s strategic initiatives to bridge social connectivity with financial transactions.
“TON’s integration with Telegram not only simplifies the user experience but also amplifies it, making it a gateway for millions to engage with Web3 technologies,” Alicia stated. She emphasized KuCoin’s commitment to leveraging this synergy to enhance secure, user-friendly trading experiences, thus furthering its mission of putting crypto in every pocket.
KuCoin’s participation in The Gateway event reinforces its dedication to fostering a secure, robust, and accessible trading environment, paving the way for a new era of crypto and blockchain integration.
About KuCoin
Launched in September 2017, KuCoin is a leading cryptocurrency exchange with its operational headquarters in Seychelles. As a user-oriented platform with a focus on inclusiveness and community engagement. It offers over 800 digital assets across Spot trading, Margin trading, P2P Fiat trading, Futures trading, and Staking to its 36 million users in more than 200 countries and regions. KuCoin ranks as one of the top 6 crypto exchanges. KuCoin was acclaimed as “One of the Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges of June 2024” by Forbes Advisor and has been included as one of the top 50 companies in the “2024 Hurun Global Unicorn List”. Learn more at https://www.kucoin.com/.
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UBS Asset Management launches its first tokenised Money Market Fund, available through DigiFT
SINGAPORE, Nov. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UBS Asset Management, launches its first tokenized investment fund “uMINT”, made available through authorized distribution partner, DigiFT.
With DigiFT, investors can subscribe to uMINT using their preferred custody wallet solution, gaining access to real-time redemption capabilities via DigiFT’s platform. uMINT, a Money Market investment underpinned by high quality money market instruments based on a conservative, risk-managed framework, is built on Ethereum distributed ledger technology and issued under UBS Tokenize, UBS’s in-house tokenization service, a full service offering for digital asset services, that seeks to open the door to the world of decentralized finance to a broader range of market participants.
“We’re honoured to be an authorized distribution partner for UBS Asset Management in launching their first tokenized money market fund. This is a significant milestone in the world of Web3, and a testament of our ability to transform capital markets. Not only does this partnership bridge traditional finance with digital and decentralized technologies, it also demonstrates our ability to deliver next-generation investment solutions on an open network – for a new generation of global investors,” said Henry Zhang, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of DigiFT.
As part of the partnership, DigiFT will provide infrastructure for managing and monitoring on-chain distribution activities and transactions for the new tokenized money market fund. Enabled by blockchain technology, DigiFT’s best-in-class, open infrastructure ensures all transactions are stored and recorded on an immutable ledger, providing real-time operational and audit visibility. Beyond streamlining administrative processes, DigiFT is able to leverage smart contracts and facilitate automated compliance and operational efficiencies, further allowing investors to invest and explore new financial Web3 use cases.
DigiFT is the first exchange deploying smart contract methods and processes, with an automatic market-making mechanism, to be recognized as a Recognised Market Operator (RMO) and awarded the Capital Markets Services (CMS) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
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About DigiFT
DigiFT is the first exchange for on-chain real-world assets to be licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Find out more www.digift.sg
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Bybit Protects First-Time Copy Traders Against Potential Fiat Losses in Limited-Time Offer
DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has introduced new fiat protection for trading novices to counter potential market risks. First-time depositors may enroll to protect their investment in Bybit’s Fiat Loss Coverage Frenzy campaign this season.
From now to Dec. 1, 2024, Bybit is offering up to 100 USDT in Fiat Loss Coverage Vouchers (“the Voucher”) for as little as 100 USDT in first-time trading. Users making a first-time deposit and lured by the power of Copy Trading may sign up for the exclusive event for a confidence boost as well as potential capital protection.
The generous offer is available for eligible users only and the number of Vouchers is limited. Users may follow three simple steps to seize an opportunity to minimize their risk of asset devaluation:
- Deposit: Users making a first-time deposit of at least 100 USDT in any currency via Bybit P2P, Fiat Deposit or One-Click Buy
- Claim the Voucher: Access the “Claim” button at the Bybit Copy Trading page for up to 100 USDT in Fiat loss coverage
- Explore Copy Trading: Choose the first Master Trader wisely and execute the first copy trade in the amount of at least 100 USDT in either Smart Copy Mode or Advanced Copy Mode. Should the trade result in a loss, holders of the Voucher will be reimbursed up to the Voucher value.
Fiat and crypto solutions on Bybit come with copious benefits and rewards, including innovative mechanisms to enhance Bybit’s protection of users’ interests. The exchange is also trusted for its deep liquidity and tried-and-tested reliability, 24/7 customer support, and diversity of products and solutions.
“Investing comes with risks, and for retail investors starting to diversify into crypto, we’ve got their back. This campaign is a gesture of support and an invitation into the world of digital assets for new users, and Bybit serves to take away some of the stress for a better trading experience,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit. “I hope it offers extra protection for new traders as they embark on their journey,” she added.
Visit Bybit Fiat and explore Bybit Copy Trade for more information, terms and conditions apply.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.
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