Dubai is once again establishing itself as a global innovation hub. The city has announced plans for the world’s first 17-story Crypto Tower, a massive project as a vehicle to support blockchain, Web3, and DeFi companies.
Boasting an area of 150,000 square feet, this exclusive innovation space is bound to be the primary location for shaping the United Arab Emirate’s digital technology landscape.
Space For Blockchain Innovation
According to a report from Emirates 24/7, the Crypto Tower is going to be located in the prime Jumeirah Lakes Towers area. It won’t be just about offices, the edifice will also house cutting-edge incubators for blockchain startups, exclusive AI innovation hubs, and even a one-of-a-kind crypto club to facilitate networking and collaboration.
Other amenities feature a gold bullion shop and a vault storage area for valuables like cold wallets and gold. Every floor is tailored to the unique needs of the tech innovators.
DMCC and REIT Development have unveiled plans for the groundbreaking ‘Crypto Tower’, a 17-storey project in Dubai’s Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) designed to support the region’s growing blockchain, DeFi, and Web3 community.https://t.co/pTV7CfZpwS#UAE #Dubai #DMCC #REIT pic.twitter.com/Z47ETc3Jyv
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Blockchain-Integrated Operations
The city government is constructing the tower following a collaboration between Dubai’s Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) and REIT Development.
“By combining blockchain tech with real-world construction in Dubai’s DMCC, we’re constructing a physical tower that serves as a foremost hub for the crypto community,” Brenda Stratton, REIT’s Communication Director, said.
This project distinguishes itself in using blockchain technology to improve tenant interactions. Blockchain’s integration is a fundamental aspect of the building’s functioning, not only a nod to the emphasis of its occupants.
From smart contract-based negotiations to tenant onboarding, the tower wants to be as futuristic as the sector it supports.
Completion Timeline And Future Impact
The project is targeted for completion before the first quarter of 2027. Such a timeline gives a glimpse of the bustling metro’s relentless pursuit to keep abreast of any crypto and blockchain innovation.
After its completion and operationalization, the tower would attract global talents and businesses in the field. This would consolidate Dubai’s reputation in technological innovation.
Dubai And Crypto
This isn’t Dubai’s first step into the blockchain world. The city has consistently introduced policies and initiatives to nurture the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors.
The Crypto Tower is a bold statement of intent, showing Dubai’s unwavering dedication to fostering an ecosystem where technology and innovation thrive.
Dubai’s future with blockchain looks rosy, considering the Crypto Tower is being marketed as a hub of collaboration and growth. It will help the city prepare for the next wave of digital disruption.
Featured image from Emirates 24/7, chart from TradingView