Rakbank Launches AED-Based Crypto Trading for UAE Retail Clients
Rakbank, the National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah, has become the first conventional bank in the UAE to offer retail cryptocurrency trading. The service allows customers to buy, sell, and swap digital assets directly from their UAE dirham accounts via the bank’s mobile app.
The bank partnered with Bitpanda, a VARA-regulated platform, to integrate crypto trading into its existing digital infrastructure. This collaboration eliminates foreign exchange fees and simplifies transactions, providing seamless access to digital assets without the complexities of standalone exchanges.