FX News Group · 16 Sep, 05:48 · Finance briefing

Fasset secures approval as distribution partner for UAE Dirham-pegged stablecoin "DDSC"

Fasset has officially obtained regulatory approval to operate as a distribution partner for the Dirham-pegged stablecoin, DDSC, within the United Arab Emirates.

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Fasset has officially obtained regulatory approval to operate as a distribution partner for the Dirham-pegged stablecoin, DDSC, within the United Arab Emirates. This development marks a significant milestone in the region’s digital asset infrastructure, enabling broader institutional and retail access to cryptocurrency solutions backed by local currency. The approval underscores the UAE’s continued commitment to integrating blockchain technology into its mainstream financial ecosystem, positioning Fasset as a key facilitator for stablecoin transactions and highlighting the growing maturity of regulated digital finance markets in the Gulf region.

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