Crypto.com and Changer.ae sign MoU
07 January 2026 UAE
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Crypto.co, a global cryptocurrency platform, and Changer.ae, a virtual asset service provider regulated by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aiming to expand access to regulated digital asset services in the United Arab Emirates.
The firms say that the agreement reflects the UAE’s continued push to position itself as a global hub for digital finance, supported by a clear regulatory framework governing virtual assets, custody, and digital asset infrastructure.
Subject to obtaining the requisite regulatory approvals, the companies will explore initiatives, including the integration of Crypto.com’s institutional solutions to simplify and support liquidity for Changer’s cryptocurrency-fiat conversion services as well as other regulated digital-asset custody and related use cases.
By combining Crypto.com’s global infrastructure and compliance capabilities with Changer’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA)-licensed and ADGM-authorised platform and local market expertise, the collaboration aims to support the responsible adoption of digital assets.
Eric Anziani, president and chief operating officer of Crypto.com, says: “This partnership aligns with the UAE’s broader strategy to foster innovation in financial services while maintaining strong regulatory oversight.
“As a global company it’s important for us to have strong local partners who support our endeavours to provide a best in class service to our users and accelerate the adoption of digital assets and that’s what we’re getting with Changer.ae.”
Hao Wang, senior executive officer of Changer, adds: “The UAE has established itself as a jurisdiction where innovation and regulation move in parallel. Through this collaboration with Crypto.com, we aim to broaden secure and compliant access to digital assets for users and businesses, in line with the country’s vision for a resilient and future-ready digital economy.”
Alain Yacine, president of Middle East and Latin America of Crypto.com, comments: “Expanding our reach in the UAE while supporting innovation in the digital assets industry is paramount to us.
“Changer has led the way in offering a regulated, secure and convenient wallet and custody solution for its users and we’re excited to see how our technology and services can not only enhance this offering but also look at other ways to boost the local crypto sector through our joint expertise.”
The firms say that the agreement reflects the UAE’s continued push to position itself as a global hub for digital finance, supported by a clear regulatory framework governing virtual assets, custody, and digital asset infrastructure.
Subject to obtaining the requisite regulatory approvals, the companies will explore initiatives, including the integration of Crypto.com’s institutional solutions to simplify and support liquidity for Changer’s cryptocurrency-fiat conversion services as well as other regulated digital-asset custody and related use cases.
By combining Crypto.com’s global infrastructure and compliance capabilities with Changer’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA)-licensed and ADGM-authorised platform and local market expertise, the collaboration aims to support the responsible adoption of digital assets.
Eric Anziani, president and chief operating officer of Crypto.com, says: “This partnership aligns with the UAE’s broader strategy to foster innovation in financial services while maintaining strong regulatory oversight.
“As a global company it’s important for us to have strong local partners who support our endeavours to provide a best in class service to our users and accelerate the adoption of digital assets and that’s what we’re getting with Changer.ae.”
Hao Wang, senior executive officer of Changer, adds: “The UAE has established itself as a jurisdiction where innovation and regulation move in parallel. Through this collaboration with Crypto.com, we aim to broaden secure and compliant access to digital assets for users and businesses, in line with the country’s vision for a resilient and future-ready digital economy.”
Alain Yacine, president of Middle East and Latin America of Crypto.com, comments: “Expanding our reach in the UAE while supporting innovation in the digital assets industry is paramount to us.
“Changer has led the way in offering a regulated, secure and convenient wallet and custody solution for its users and we’re excited to see how our technology and services can not only enhance this offering but also look at other ways to boost the local crypto sector through our joint expertise.”
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