At the ongoing Bitcoin MENA Conference, UAE officials highlighted the country’s strategic adoption of Bitcoin as a core element of its future financial system.
In a speech at Bitcoin MENA, UAE National Security Representative Mohammed Al Shamsi characterized the current era as a “historic phase” for the global economy, pointing to the rapid changes that are reshaping finance around the world.
Shamsi emphasized that Bitcoin is no longer just a “digital asset” but is now recognized as a “key pillar” of modern finance. Central to this evolution is mining’s role as the “beating heart” that underpins the strength, security, and continuity of the network.
Today’s mining operations go far beyond 24-hour device management. These represent fully integrated industries built on energy efficiency, computational precision, and scalable infrastructure.
The UAE’s focus on Bitcoin reflects its broader ambitions to establish itself as a digital financial hub. Mr. Shamsi emphasized the importance of building a sustainable ecosystem to support large-scale mining operations while remaining environmentally responsible.
Efficiency, precision, and scalability are cited as essential for this next generation of mining infrastructure.
UAE is buying millions of dollars in Bitcoin
Recently, Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC) increased its Bitcoin exposure in Q3 2025, more than tripling its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust to approximately 8 million shares worth $518 million.
This move, which came just before Bitcoin hit an all-time high before falling below $92,000, reflects ADIC’s long-term view of Bitcoin as the digital equivalent of gold within its diversification strategy.
ADIC, part of Mubadala, operates with a unique mission and recently strengthened leadership. The purchase highlights Abu Dhabi’s ambition to position itself as a global cryptocurrency hub and treat Bitcoin as a strategic, long-term asset.
Industry leaders at the Bitcoin MENA 2025 conference in Abu Dhabi highlighted that the UAE has the potential to become the “Wall Street of cryptocurrencies” due to its business-friendly regulations and growing crypto ecosystem.
Executives noted that attracting top talent, Bitcoin whales, and capital inflows will create a liquid and influential market.
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On Tuesday, December 9th, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. local time, a panel on the Proof of Work stage will explore “Bitcoin Mining as a Grid Stabilizer in Emerging Markets.” The moderators will be Daniel Batten (CH4 Capital), Mohamed Alshek (CTO of DEMA Energy), Eric Huisman (CEO of Gridless), and Luca Infeld (founder of Munich International). mining).
The post UAE Security Secretary Praises BTC as ‘Major Pillar of Future Finance’ at Bitcoin MENA Conference was originally published in Bitcoin Magazine and written by Mika Zimmerman.
