- March 9, 2026
- Posted by: admin
- Category: BitCoin, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Investments

It’s estimated that roughly 1,800 crypto companies operate in the United Arab Emirates, employing more than 8,600 people in various roles.
Crypto exchange Bybit has reaffirmed its commitment to the Middle East amid escalating global conflict, announcing the appointment of a new country manager to increase its presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Tensions in the Middle East escalated last month after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran. In response, Iran retaliated against several neighboring countries, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where Bybit maintains a major regional presence.
Helen Liu, co-CEO of Bybit, said the company has no plans to scale back its Middle East operations in light of the conflict.
