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DMCC AWARDED GLOBAL FREE ZONE OF THE YEAR FOR EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has been named Global Free Zone of the Year 2022 by the Financial Times’ fDi Magazine for the eighth consecutive year.
The award, among the most prestigious of accolades a free zone can earn, is decided by the Financial Times Specialist editorial team and a panel of independent judges against a comprehensive set of criteria and a review of the free zones’ ecosystems. The methodology focuses on metrics that demonstrate core growth of the free zones, both in terms of the increase in small and large tenants, and how effectively each free zone provides ecosystems and related initiatives that support growth, business and marketing strategy, infrastructure improvements, COVID-response and promotion of sustainability.
Reflecting the leading business district and trade hub that DMCC has created for businesses of all sizes, as well as its central focus on sustainability and social impact, DMCC also received:
- Large Tenant Free Zone of the Year – Global
- Large Tenant Free Zone of the year – Middle East
- Middle East Free Zone of the Year
- SME Free Zone of the Year – Middle East
- Excellence Award for ESG Practices – Global
- Excellence Award for Infrastructure Development – Global
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said:
“Since DMCC was established in 2002, we have had two core goals – create a global gateway for trade, and comprehensively enhance the ease of doing business for our member companies. This simple yet critical strategy has underpinned our exceptional growth and is why our business district is now home to over 21,000 global businesses of all sizes and sectors. As we continue to accelerate our growth and break performance records across all our business verticals, I’d like to thank Financial Times’ fDI Magazine for once again recognising DMCC’s achievements on the global stage.”
Record-breaking performance
2021 saw DMCC achieve its best performance since its inception, attracting 2,485 new businesses from markets including China, India, the UK and the US. This momentum was carried into 2022 with DMCC seeing the best H1 on record, attracting 1,469 companies to bring the district’s total to 21,000.
Driving these record-breaking figures are two key elements of DMCC’s strategy: increasing the ease of doing business for companies in the business district, allowing them to trade efficiently and with confidence, and providing the right infrastructure and services that make Dubai a global gateway for trade.
A world-class community
DMCC was also recognised for making a broad range of upgrades and enhancements across its business district, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), to further the community’s standing as a world-class destination to live, work, and visit. This included a project that will see all car park sunshades replaced with solar panel shades, resulting in a saving of 7,612 MWh energy each year. DMCC also launched a range of new sports and wellness facilities, alongside landscaping and façade enhancements across the district. Over 60,000 people work in JLT, the 87-tower business district.
DMCC also made significant progress in the delivery of its new flagship development, Uptown Dubai District. Construction is almost complete at the district’s first super tall tower, Uptown Tower. Demonstrating the significant investor confidence in both Dubai and DMCC, Uptown Tower’s 22 floors of office space have been 100% pre-leased ahead of the tower’s construction completion.
Enabling global commodities trade
DMCC has continued to enhance Dubai’s status as a leading hub for global commodities trade.
At the start of the year, DMCC convened the entire diamond industry for the Dubai Diamond Conference, at which Ahmed Bin Sulayem announced that the UAE is now the world’s largest rough diamond trading hub. DMCC also recently announced that in H1 2022, the UAE traded a total of USD 19.8 billion worth of rough and polished diamonds, representing a year-on-year increase of 25%. Crucially, the UAE’s polished diamond segment saw a record 52.5% growth over H1 2021, showing that Dubai is well on its way to becoming the largest diamond trade hub for rough and polished combined.
Meanwhile, the Tradeflow platform, DMCC’s electronic commodities registry, reached AED 746 billion in transactions for H1 2022 – Tradeflow’s highest ever six-month volumes.
The DMCC Tea Centre and DMCC Coffee Centre also saw strong results with a combined 30,539 metric tonnes of tea and coffee output in H1 2022. The tea and coffee industries are increasingly turning to DMCC because of its world-class facilities, which include superior logistical and processing support for all stages of the value chain, cutting out intermediaries to deliver increased value for farmers, producers, and consumers alike.
The global focal point for cryptographic technologies
As a comprehensive ecosystem for the development and operation of blockchain and other cryptographic technologies, the DMCC Crypto Centre has seen significant interest since its launch in mid-2021. This growth has continued into 2022, with 14% of new company registrations in H1 relating to crypto activities. The Crypto Centre is now home to 450 crypto businesses, representing the largest crypto ecosystem in the region.
The Crypto Centre offers a home to all types and sizes of crypto businesses, from companies developing blockchain-enabled platforms, NFTs and Metaverse environments, through to firms trading crypto assets.
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Kyrrex Expands into the U.S. Market, Offering Crypto Solutions with Low Fees
Kyrrex, a crypto ecosystem, is thrilled to announce its official launch in the United States. With operations now live in ten states, Kyrrex is poised to offer American users a platform for cryptocurrency trading, payments, and wallet management.
Kyrrex’s U.S. platform enables users to buy and trade cryptocurrencies with competitive commissions of just 0.2%, making crypto transactions efficient and cost-effective. Available in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Utah, Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri, Montana, Massachusetts, and Wyoming, Kyrrex is rapidly expanding to other regions across the U.S.
“We’re incredibly excited to bring Kyrrex to the U.S. market,” said Mike Romanenko, CVO & Co-Founder at Kyrrex. “Our platform is designed to offer American users a safe and reliable way to manage all their crypto needs, and we look forward to growing our presence across the country.”
Why the U.S. Market Matters for European Crypto Companies
The U.S. represents one of the largest and most dynamic crypto markets in the world. As of 2024, the U.S. accounts for over 25% of global cryptocurrency activity, driven by increasing institutional investment and mainstream adoption. The approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded Funds (ETFs) has boosted institutional interest significantly, signaling a shift toward greater acceptance of cryptocurrencies as full-fledged assets. By 2025, the U.S. crypto market is expected to see substantial growth, with estimates projecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 12% in the sector, supported by both retail and institutional demand. For companies like Kyrrex, entering the U.S. market is a strategic move to expand user reach and tap into this rapidly evolving landscape, which offers vast potential for innovation and growth.
Kyrrex’s expansion into the U.S. is a testament to the company’s commitment to building a global crypto ecosystem that connects crypto-related services in one platform. By providing American users with access to a platform that offers crypto trading, wallet services, and low-fee purchases via debit and credit cards, Kyrrex is positioned to be a responsible player in the U.S. market. After six years of building a comprehensive crypto ecosystem, the company continues to lead with regulatory compliance. Today, Kyrrex’s achievements include:
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: Kyrrex Limited is registered and recognized by the SVG Financial Services Authority, providing a foundation of trust and security;
- Malta: REX, part of the Kyrrex ecosystem, obtained a prestigious VFA Class 4 license in 2021, allowing the platform to offer Virtual Financial Assets (VFA) services while maintaining the highest European regulatory standards;
- United States: Kyrrex is registered with FinCEN as a Money Services Business (MSB) and is available in 10 U.S. states, including California, Massachusetts, and Utah.
Kyrrex ecosystem is also preparing for future regulatory changes by applying for a Class 3 MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) license and an EMI (Electronic Money Institution) license in Malta and the U.K. Also, the company applied for an Investments Services license, which will enable brokerage services from and within Malta. This strategic approach ensures that Kyrrex will continue to offer secure and compliant services across multiple jurisdictions.
“Kyrrex’s entry into the U.S. comes at a critical time as regulations around cryptocurrency continue to evolve. The company’s commitment to regulatory compliance demonstrated through adherence to U.S. state law, positions Kyrrex as a responsible and reliable platform for American users. As part of Kyrrex’s mission, we will continue working closely with U.S. regulators to ensure that our platform remains compliant with the highest regulatory standards.”, stated Mr. Romanenko from Kyrrex.
With plans to expand into more states and enhance its service offerings, Kyrrex is dedicated to reshaping the operations of digital assets by providing users with secure, efficient, and regulated crypto solutions.
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