The collaboration MoU with the UAE\u2019s largest Islamic Bank and a globally recognized pioneer in the field of Islamic finance will explore multiple opportunities to introduce Sharia-compliant platforms including tokenized Islamic Sukuks and real-world asset tokenization.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Dubai, December 30, 2024<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Crypto.com<\/a>\u00a0has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with\u00a0Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)<\/a>, the UAE\u2019s largest Islamic Bank and a world-renowned pioneer in the field of Islamic finance, as it continues to expand its market presence in the UAE and wider GCC. The MoU, signed by Crypto.com\u2019s President of UAE Operations, Mr. Mohammed Al Hakim, and DIB\u2019s Chief Digital Officer, Mr. Musabbah Al Qaizi, marks a significant milestone on the company\u2019s road map to integrating with leading financial institutions in the UAE, as it continues to deliver more products and services to its over 100 million customers globally.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Signed at DIB\u2019s headquarters, the MoU focuses on several key areas of collaboration including promoting the Crypto.com App and Card through DIB\u2019s channels, with reward-based campaigns for DIB\u2019s customers, and facilitating cryptocurrency payments via DIB\u2019s systems. This agreement also enables fiat currency funding on the Crypto.com App. Moreover, both entities will explore tokenization of real-world assets, including Islamic sukuks and real estate portfolios via the Cronos chain, and will look to integrate Crypto.com\u2019s custody, OTC trade execution, and crypto trading technology solutions for DIB\u2019s retail clients.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \u201cWe are delighted to enter this significant agreement with Dubai Islamic Bank, one of the most influential banks in the region, and explore exciting ways we can enhance our products for our UAE and wider GCC customer base.\u201d said\u00a0Mohammed Al Hakim, UAE President of Operations at Crypto.com<\/strong>. \u201cThe partnership represents a unique opportunity for us to bridge the worlds of cryptocurrency and Islamic banking, paving the way for future collaboration on tokenized sukuks and sharia-compliant crypto solutions. We look forward to investigating new and innovative payment solutions and exploring the untapped potential in the Islamic finance sector.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Musabbah Al Qaizi, Chief Digital Officer at Dubai Islamic Bank,<\/strong>\u00a0said: \u201cThis partnership with Crypto.com signifies a transformative milestone for Dubai Islamic Bank as we embrace the forefront of technological advancement in Islamic finance. By exploring innovative avenues such as tokenized Islamic sukuks and the tokenization of real-world assets, we align with our strategic vision to integrate cutting-edge digital solutions while upholding the principles of Sharia compliance. This collaboration allows us to set new-age standards for Sharia-compliant financial solutions, providing our customers with unparalleled security, efficiency, and flexibility. It empowers us to redefine the integration between Islamic banking and digital asset management, paving the way for future developments in this emerging sector.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n The UAE is recognized as a hub for innovation in Islamic finance and technology and as the largest and most progressive player in the field, DIB is an obvious choice to take this initiative forward. This announcement comes as Crypto.com continues to expand its global and regional footprint, with the recent\u00a0acquisition of Orion Principals Limited<\/a>, regulated by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), as well as the\u00a0launch of its AED Wallet<\/a>, giving users in the UAE fast and seamless deposit and withdrawals in the local currency.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Earlier in December,\u00a0Crypto.com also announced a collaboration with Mastercard<\/a>\u00a0allowing the company to issue its world-renowned prepaid debit card to eligible users in the GCC region.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Founded in 2016,\u00a0Crypto.com<\/a>\u00a0is trusted by more than 100 million customers worldwide and is the industry leader in regulatory compliance, security and privacy. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet\u2122.\u00a0Crypto.com<\/a>\u00a0is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The collaboration MoU with the UAE’s largest Islamic Bank and a globally recognized pioneer in the field of Islamic finance will explore multiple opportunities to introduce Sharia-compliant platforms including tokenized Islamic Sukuks and real-world asset tokenization. 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