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China and UAE Tech Entities Join Global Digital Forum Partnerships in Moscow

Enterprises from China and the United Arab Emirates participated in the Second Global Digital Forum and the 2026 Digital Solutions Forum in Moscow, which gathered over 1,300 attendees from 111 countries. The forum concluded with 150 agreements and memorandums covering artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and digital sovereignty. Among the participants, UAE-based Agile Dynamics and China-based 2Health AI Limited signed memorandums supporting the Digital Sovereignty Index.

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UAE Launches $1 Million Scheme to Fund and License 100 Creator Businesses

The 1 Billion Followers Summit and the UAE's National Media Authority have introduced a $1 million initiative titled '100 Dreams'. The scheme will award $10,000 each to 100 global content creators alongside trade licensing assistance and accelerator mentorship to establish businesses in the UAE. Applications are scheduled to open on November 20, 2026.

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Standard Chartered Launches Cryptocurrency Trading for Affluent Clients in the UAE

Standard Chartered has rolled out cryptocurrency trading for eligible affluent clients in the United Arab Emirates, allowing them to trade Bitcoin and Ether directly through existing bank accounts. The service is regulated by Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and marks a global first for the bank. Developed with SC Ventures-backed Zodia Markets, the platform handles custody and settlement via a closed-loop system.

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UAE to Lobby International Competition Network on Inter-Agency Information Sharing

The UAE intends to lobby the International Competition Network to increase information sharing among antitrust agencies, according to Global Competition Review. The initiative seeks to deepen cross-border regulatory collaboration and mutual assistance among competition authorities. For businesses in the UAE, expanded inter-agency data sharing signals closer international alignment in antitrust and merger oversight.