Abu Dhabi regulators have approved Ondo’s tokenized stocks and ETFs for trading on Binance’s regulated venue, marking ADGM’s first approval of tokenized securities under its framework.

The inaugural Digital Assets Forum Abu Dhabi will take place on May 13, 2026, gathering global finance and regulatory leaders. Discussions center on stablecoins, RWA tokenization, DeFi-TradFi integration, and institutional capital deployment.

Binance has introduced zero-fee AED deposits for users in the UAE and set AED withdrawals at a flat 4 dirhams, sharpening competition over local fiat access.

BNY Mellon is expanding its crypto custody business into Abu Dhabi’s ADGM through a partnership with Finstreet and ADI Foundation, starting with institutional custody for BTC and ETH.

South Korea-based crypto venture firm Hashed has received ADGM approval, allowing it to provide investment advisory, asset management, and fund operations under a regulated framework in Abu Dhabi.

Dubai’s VARA has updated its AML guidance, requiring licensed crypto firms to run ongoing risk reviews, revisit assessments at least every three months, and give senior management direct responsibility for current risk exposure.

Startale Group will establish operations in Abu Dhabi after joining the Hub71+ Digital Assets cohort, using the move to expand blockchain infrastructure, app development, and stablecoin initiatives across the Middle East.

Bitcoin Suisse’s Middle East unit has received a financial services permission in Abu Dhabi, allowing it to offer regulated digital asset services to institutional and professional clients in the UAE.