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Crypto power shift

As global crypto regulation takes a historic turn in the United States, the ripple effects could soon reach the United Arab Emirates — where financiers are charting a new world order for digital assets.

A sign advertises a Bitcoin ATM at a gas station on July 16, 2025 near Pasadena, California. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)

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As global crypto regulation takes a historic turn in the United States, the ripple effects could soon reach the United Arab Emirates — where financiers and founders are charting a new world order for digital assets. This week, we also explore Sudan’s WhatsApp crackdown, high-stakes delays facing Gulf semiconductor deals, a new Turkish fintech player to watch and more.

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