The Middle East’s digital revolution takes center stage with "Arabian Crypto: UAE — Success Stories from Digital-Asset Pioneers," a new book by Charles d’Haussy and Jame DiBiasio. This publication offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the United Arab Emirates transformed itself into one of the most vibrant crypto capitals on the planet.
Through exclusive interviews and first-hand reporting, "Arabian Crypto" spotlights the visionaries, regulators, and innovators who turned Dubai and Abu Dhabi into global magnets for blockchain enterprise and Web3 innovation.
“Crypto is as much about people as platforms. This book celebrates the human stories behind the UAE’s rise—its risks, breakthroughs, and resilience.”
Charles d’Haussy, co-author
The book has already earned high praise from industry leaders. Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom Fund and Co-Founder of BitMEX, calls it “a fascinating look at the stories and personalities that dominate the Middle East, where energy and money intersect.” Alex Manson, CEO of SC Ventures by Standard Chartered, describes it as “an indispensable guide and who’s who of digital assets in the region.”
Inside the Book: From Vision to Regulation to Revolution
Readers are taken on a journey through the region’s fintech frontier, uncovering:
- •Market-entry playbooks for founders scaling in the UAE’s pro-innovation ecosystem.
- •Regulatory case studies showcasing the UAE’s bold yet balanced approach to digital assets.
- •Cultural insights on navigating partnerships, business norms, and cross-border collaboration.
- •Personal success stories from pioneers at Nine Blocks Capital, Binance, Laser Digital, Solana, and others, alongside insights from VARA and other regulatory leaders.
The book paints a vivid picture of how ambition, policy, and people converged to create a world-class hub where innovation thrives.
About the Authors
Charles d’Haussy is a fintech and DeFi executive, entrepreneur, and former Head of Fintech at InvestHK. Jame DiBiasio is an award-winning journalist, author, and podcast host known for his deep coverage of finance and digital transformation across Asia and the Middle East.
Availability
"Arabian Crypto" is available now worldwide in print and eBook formats via Amazon. For media inquiries, review copies, or interview requests, please contact the media contacts below. Additional materials, images, and author profiles can be found at ArabianCrypto.xyz, arabiancrypto.substack.com, and via the Media Kit.