UAE plans to launch digital dirham this year to boost financial inclusion and fight crime

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) said its Digital Dirham would launch for retail use in the final quarter of 2025. According to a March 27 statement, the currency would be available through regulated banks, fintech companies, exchange houses, and licensed financial firms. source: https://cryptoslate.com/uae-plans-to-launch-digital-dirham-this-year-to-boost-financial-inclusion-and-fight-crime/