RAKBANK Partners with Bitpanda to Launch Retail Cryptocurrency Services in UAE

RAKBANK becomes the first conventional bank in the UAE to offer crypto trading, enabling seamless transactions directly in UAE Dirhams through its mobile app.

Summary

RAKBANK has launched a crypto brokerage service in partnership with Bitpanda, allowing customers to trade cryptocurrencies directly from their UAE dirham accounts via the bank’s mobile app. This service, currently invitation-only, aims to provide a regulated and efficient trading experience without the need for external exchanges or currency conversions. CEO Raheel Ahmed highlighted the significance of this development in the UAE's digital finance landscape.

Terms & Concepts
  • Cryptocurrency: Digital or virtual currencies that use cryptography for security and operate on decentralized networks.
  • UAE Dirhams (AED): The official currency of the United Arab Emirates, used for all transactions within the country.
  • Bitpanda: A cryptocurrency exchange based in Austria, providing a platform for buying, selling, and trading various digital assets.