6亿美元的Circle发行人获得了阿布扎比金融监督机构的原则批准

随着全球对Stablecoins Skyrockets的需求，绿灯的到来，今年USDC的供应量超过40％。

In a move that could reshape digital finance in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi’s financial watchdog has granted Circle, issuer of the $62 billion USDC stablecoin, in-principle approval to operate as a licensed money services provider.

为了在中东地区重塑数字融资的举动，阿布扎比的金融监管机构授予了620亿美元的$ 620亿美元Stablecoin的发行人，原本批准是作为许可的货币服务提供商。

The Abu Dhabi Global Market’s (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) has begun the process of approving Circle to provide money services in the emirate, it announced on Saturday. The company, which was incorporated in ADGM last December, is now applying for full licensure to provide remittance and payment services in the UAE.

它于周六宣布，阿布扎比全球市场（ADGM）金融服务监管局（FSRA）已开始批准圈子以在酋长国提供货币服务的过程。该公司于去年12月在ADGM成立，现在正在申请全面许可，以在阿联酋提供汇款和付款服务。

“This approval advances our strategy to establish deep roots in markets embracing the on-chain economy,” said Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire.

Circle首席执行官Jeremy Allaire说：“这一批准提出了我们在拥抱链经济的市场中建立深层根源的战略。”

The move underscores Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become a leading crypto hub, balancing innovation with stringent oversight. It comes as global demand for stablecoins is surging, with USDC’s supply increasing over 40% in 2025.

此举强调了阿布扎比成为领先的加密枢纽枢纽的野心，将创新与严格的监督平衡。随着全球对Stablecoins的需求正在激增，2025年USDC的供应量增加了40％以上。

"We are committed to providing a regulatory framework that supports responsible innovation in financial services and promotes the development of a diverse and competitive market in Abu Dhabi," said Arvind Ramamurthy, CEO of FSRA.

FSRA首席执行官Arvind Ramamurthy表示：“我们致力于提供一个监管框架，该框架支持金融服务中负责任的创新，并促进阿布扎比的多元化和竞争性市场的发展。”

ADGM's rigorous compliance checks ensure only vetted players like Circle can participate in its financial ecosystem. The regulator conducts a comprehensive assessment of applicants' business model, management team, and operations to align with FSRA's regulatory requirements and standards.

ADGM的严格合规性检查确保只有像Circle这样的审查玩家才能参与其财务生态系统。监管机构对申请人的业务模型，管理团队和运营进行全面评估，以与FSRA的监管要求和标准保持一致。

"This emphasis on credibility is critical for enabling institutional adoption of Web3 technologies and products," added Dante Disparte, chief strategy officer and head of global policy at Circle.

“对信誉的强调对于实现Web3技术和产品的机构采用至关重要，” Circle全球政策局长Dante Disparte补充说。

The approval for USDC marks a turning point in Abu Dhabi's journey to become a global fintech base, according to Ahmad Ali Alwan, CEO of Hub71, which is supporting Circle's integration into the emirate's tech ecosystem.

HUB71首席执行官艾哈迈德·阿里·阿尔万（Ahmad Ali Alwan）表示，USDC的批准标志着阿布扎比成为全球金融科技基地的旅程的转折点。

"We are seeing more and more startups choose Hub71 to launch and scale their businesses thanks to the incredible support from the government and the pro-business environment in Abu Dhabi," Alwan said.

阿尔万说：“由于政府和阿布扎比的亲企业环境的不可思议的支持，我们看到越来越多的初创公司选择HUB71来推出和扩展业务。”

Earlier this year, Circle and LuLu Financial Holdings announced plans to use USDC for cross-border payments between the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. The partnership will streamline remittances and reduce costs, especially for high-volume corridors.

今年早些时候，Circle和Lulu Financial Holdings宣布了计划将USDC用于中东，亚洲和欧洲之间的跨境支付。合作伙伴关系将简化汇款并降低成本，尤其是对于大批量的走廊。

"Together, we will create a seamless and efficient ecosystem that fosters groundbreaking solutions to some of the most pressing issues facing the industry today," said Alwan.

阿尔万说：“我们将共同创建一个无缝有效的生态系统，为当今行业面临的一些最紧迫的问题促进了开创性的解决方案。”

As part of the partnership, Hub71 will provide startups with access to grants, mentorship programs, and the ADGM regulatory sandbox, enabling them to develop and test innovative financial solutions.

作为合作伙伴关系的一部分，HUB71将为初创企业提供获得赠款，指导计划和ADGM监管沙箱的访问，从而使他们能够开发和测试创新的金融解决方案。

The partnership aligns with the UAE's $2 billion investment plan to develop blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.

该合作伙伴关系与阿联酋的20亿美元投资计划相吻合，以制定区块链技术和加密货币。

"Abu Dhabi is committed to becoming a global fintech base and offers a unique proposition to startups and investors in the Web3 space with its advanced infrastructure, sophisticated legal and regulatory framework, and a low-to-no-tax regime, especially for crypto trades," added Alwan.

“阿布扎比致力于成为全球金融科技基地，并为Web3领域的初创企业和投资者提供了独特的主张，其先进的基础架构，复杂的法律和监管框架以及低到纳税的政权，尤其是对加密货币的贸易，” Alwan补充说。

Earlier this week, Circle launched its new cross-border payments network, which will connect banks and fintech firms for real-time transactions using USDC. The move is part of broader efforts to integrate USDC into mainstream finance.

本周早些时候，Circle推出了新的跨境支付网络，该网络将使用USDC连接银行和金融科技公司进行实时交易。此举是将USDC整合到主流财务中的更广泛努力的一部分。

Earlier this year, Circle became the first stablecoin issuer to fully comply with the European Union's (EU) Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. It also launched USDC in Japan through a partnership with SBI Holdings.

今年早些时候，Circle成为第一个完全遵守加密资产（MICA）法规中欧盟（EU）市场的稳定发行人。它还通过与SBI Holdings建立合作伙伴关系在日本推出了USDC。

These developments highlight Circle's strategy of prioritizing jurisdictions that have clear and comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations in order to attract institutional investors.

这些事态发展重点介绍了Circle优先考虑具有明确而全面的加密货币法规以吸引机构投资者的司法管辖区的策略。

ADGM's financial services regulator is known for its robust standards, having previously rejected an application from a crypto exchange, highlighting the competitive landscape in Abu Dhabi's crypto market.

ADGM的金融服务监管机构以其强大的标准而闻名，此前以前拒绝了加密货币交易所的申请，突出了阿布扎比的加密货币市场的竞争格局。

Despite securing in-principle approval, Circle still needs to complete the full licensing process in Abu Dhabi, which could be subject to further checks and potential delays.

尽管获得了原则内批准，但Circle仍然需要完成阿布扎比的完整许可过程，这可能会受到进一步的检查和潜在的延迟。

The move comes as U.S. officials are probing whether Circle mishandled customer funds, adding another layer of complexity to the firm's plans.

此举是因为美国官员正在探测Circle不幸的客户资金是否为公司的计划增加了另一层复杂性。

However, the in-principle nod from Abu Dhabi strengthens Circle's case as it navigates a U.S. initial public offering (IPO) quiet period. The firm also faces scrutiny over its handling of customer funds.

但是，当阿布扎比的原理范围内点头增强了Circle的案例，因为它在美国首次公开募股（IPO）安静时期导航。该公司还在处理客户资金方面面临审查。

"We have no regional plans to disclose at this time," a Circle spokesperson told.

一位发言人告诉说：“目前我们没有区域计划可以披露。”

The Middle East nation's crypto market is expected to reach $254 million by 2025, driven by the government's pro-innovation policies and the ambition of financial institutions to integrate digital assets.

预计到2025年，中东国家的加密货币市场预计将达到2.54亿美元，这是政府的支持创新政策以及金融机构构成数字资产的野心的推动。

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According to a report by Bloomberg, the U.S. officials are probing whether Circle mishandled customer funds in a manner that could have violated federal law.

根据彭博社的一份报告，美国官员正在探测圈子是否以可能违反联邦法律的方式使客户资金不当。

The report, which cites two people familiar with the matter, adds that the inquiry by

该报告引用了两个熟悉此事的人，并补充说