Qatar News

TradFi dives deeper into crypto: Tether’s mega raise, SEC eyes onchain stocks, JPMorgan expands Kinexys and a biotech bets treasury on DePIN.

“It’s a treasurer’s dream,” said QNB’s Kamel Moris, highlighting how the bank’s shift to JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain enables near-instant, 24/7 payments.

Qatar’s central bank governor believes that the framework will bring opportunities to the country’s financial sector. 

Nvidia partners with Qatari telecom provider Ooredoo to bring advanced AI technology to the Middle East, marking a significant expansion amid U.S. export restrictions.

The former United States president is intensifying his cryptocurrency advocacy as part of his 2024 presidential campaign.

The small country on the Arabian Peninsula sees CBDC as part of its national development strategy.

Bitcoin enthusiasts have suggested the Qatar Investment Authority is considering adding Bitcoin to its portfolio, but the odds of a multibillion-dollar purchase are low.

During a tech conference in Qatar, the South African comedian was asked to talk about the biggest mistake he’s ever made in his life.

LandVault CEO Samuel Huber explained that the “era of hype” back in 2021 was just a prototype of what the metaverse truly is.

Qatar has been told by the Financial Action Task Force to improve its “understanding of more complex forms” of financial crime.

Fan tokens for Spain, Portugal and Brazil’s national teams are booming in price as the World Cup gets underway.

The bank is exploring technological solutions and platforms for its own digital currency.

The proof-of-stake blockchain will assist FIFA in developing a “digital assets’ strategy” along with providing an official “wallet solution.”

Though trading cryptocurrencies has been largely illegal in Qatar since 2018 , Crypto.com is likely to reach a more international crowd given the popularity of soccer on the world stage.

The central bank is expected to set a direction for its future focus soon, particularly on various fintech verticals.