The Banking Executive Magazine - June 2025 Issue

the BANKING EXECUTIVE 42 ISSUE 198 JUNE 2025 FinTech and AI Chornicle DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, has announced that Bitcoin.com, a global leader in crypto news and ed- ucation, and self-custodial products, has joined the DMCC Crypto Centre. By establishing its first office in the MENA region in Dubai, this move re- inforces DMCC’s leading position as a global hub for Web3 and blockchain innovation. Located in Uptown Tower, the DMCC Crypto Centre is now home to more than 650 companies operat- ing across every layer of the blockchain and digital asset value chain, including blockchain infra- structure providers, tokenisation plat- forms, metaverse enablers and major DeFi projects. By offering a full suite of business services, mentoring, access to capi- tal, targeted accelerator programmes and exclusive ecosystem partner- ships with global Web3 leaders, the Crypto Centre has become the largest concentration of crypto businesses in the region. Bitcoin.com has introduced millions of users to the world of digital assets through its accessible education plat- form and global news site. Its strate- gic expansion to the region through the Crypto Centre will see it tap into the emirate’s thriving digital econ- omy, while also contributing its global expertise to accelerate the growth of the regional crypto ecosys- tem. Belal Jassoma, Director of Ecosys- tems, DMCC, said, “The DMCC Crypto Centre is designed to bring to- gether the brightest minds and most ambitious blockchain companies to build the future digital economy, right here in Dubai. Bitcoin.com’s decision to establish its regional headquarters within our community highlights the global pull of the Crypto Centre and the scale of op- portunity that Dubai represents today. With our continued focus on driving innovation, enabling collab- oration and connecting our members to new markets, DMCC remains the partner of choice for Web3 compa- nies looking to thrive.” Corbin Fraser, CEO of Bitcoin.com, added, “The UAE is leading by ex- ample when it comes to pioneering crypto solutions. With clear and pro- gressive regulations, a fast-track li- censing process and a genuine appetite for innovation, Dubai has created one of the most welcoming environments in the world for Web3 companies. DMCC, in particular, stands out not only for its world-class infrastructure but also for the strength and depth of its crypto ecosystem. We are proud to establish our first MENA office here in Dubai and look forward to building strong partner- ships across the region from our new home in DMCC.” BITCOIN.COM JOINS DMCCCRYPTO CENTRE