#AbuDhabiStablecoin

Abu Dhabi Launches AE Coin: UAE’s First Regulated Stablecoin Marks a New Era in Digital Finance

In a landmark move for the Middle East’s financial future, Abu Dhabi has officially launched AE Coin, the first dirham-backed stablecoin fully licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE). Developed by AED Stablecoin LTD in collaboration with Mbank (Al Maryah Community Bank), this initiative is set to redefine how digital money functions within a secure, government-backed framework.

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A Regulated Leap Into the Digital Economy

The approval of AE Coin by the CBUAE represents a strong institutional endorsement of blockchain-based assets. Unlike many other stablecoins operating in regulatory gray zones, AE Coin is transparent, compliant, and integrated into the UAE’s broader financial infrastructure. Each AE Coin is fully backed 1:1 with UAE dirhams held in local, regulated bank accounts, ensuring trust and value stability.

By achieving this level of regulatory clarity, the UAE distinguishes itself globally as one of the first nations to officially support a fiat-backed stablecoin under its central banking authority.

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Use Cases and Economic Potential

AE Coin is designed not just as a trading asset, but as a practical tool for real-world payments, remittances, and business transactions. Its benefits include:

• Instant settlement of transactions domestically and internationally

• Reduced reliance on costly and slow cross-border payment systems

• Enhanced financial inclusion, especially for unbanked or underbanked populations

• Support for e-commerce, decentralized applications, and fintech platforms

With its integration into Mbank’s infrastructure, AE Coin will be accessible to both retail and institutional users, providing a seamless bridge between traditional finance and digital assets.

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