Episode 36-Crypto Currents: Fintech and Digital Assets in the Gulf

The digitalisation of finance is reshaping the industry, with new asset classes like cryptocurrency gaining traction. Dubai and the UAE have become key hubs for fintech and crypto, driven by new frameworks and initiatives to attract firms and talent. Saudi Arabia and Qatar are also enhancing their regulatory systems.But what are the benefits and challenges of these shifts? In our 36 episode, we spoke to Anna Zeitlin, Partner at Addleshaw Goddard. She leads the fintech and financial services practice in Dubai, advising both government and private clients across the region.In this episode, we covered several topics including:The rise of fintech in the UAE and regionLooking at the benefits and drawbacks of CBDCsThe adoption and future of cryptoEmail us: [email protected] Majlis & Markets on LinkedIn-https://lnkd.in/eXKNRVcFIntro theme song-Arab and Muslim by StockMusic via Pixabay