Allo XYZ tokenization platform accepted into Qatar Digital Assets Lab

Allo XYZ tokenization platform accepted into Qatar Digital Assets Lab

UAE based Allo.xyz, a blockchain platform for AI Agent Funds and Real World Assets with $2 billion+ in tokenized assets, which received a $100M credit facility backed by Bitcoin has been accepted into Qatar’s Digital Assets Lab, bolstering its presence in the crypto lending sector.

Allo xyz has participated in Binance Labs and BNB Chain’s MVB Accelerator program and tokenized $2.2B in assets on BNB Chain. The company seeks to tokenize $1 trillion assets by 2030.

RWA tokenization is the process of converting rights to a real-world asset into a digital token on a blockchain. These assets can include real estate, art, commodities, or even intellectual property. By tokenizing these assets, we bridge the physical world and the digital realm, enabling fractional ownership, increased liquidity, and more efficient trading.

In 2025, the concept of tokenization has seen remarkable growth, the growth trajectory suggests that the RWA tokenization market could potentially reach a staggering $30.1 trillion by 2034.

“We’re projecting a very strong Q4 this year. Stablecoins are about $200 billion. In TVL, we have treasuries at about a few billion dollars. Private credit at about $10 billion. Treasuries, stablecoins, and private credit are early movers in the space, and we’ll see a continuation of that,” said Kingsley Advani, Founder and CEO of Allo XYZ told BeInCrypto in a recent article.

So far the Qatar Digital Assets Labs has accepted, Accelerated Sustainable Materials Discovery, Alt DRX a Digital Real Estate Exchange, ArcaX, Asset Share, Audteye, Blade Labs, BlockStead, FinRock, DMZ, evergon, FalconNest Labs, iTOO technologies, mintus, oori, partier, Polygon, Proptech, Scie NFT, SettleMint, SeedraChain, Skarguard Taurus, xALTs, Verity, SurferMonkey, Ryzer Doha Digits, Hacken, Root VX, DAVID and Stobox.

Qatar Investment Authority funds Rasmal Ventures

Qatar Investment Authority funds Rasmal Ventures

Qatar Investment Authority has funded Rasmal Ventures LLC as part of its Fund of Funds Program. The funding is received into Rasmal Venture’s inaugural, home-grown venture capital fund, Rasmal Innovation Fund I LLC, which targets high-performance startups and scales up across a variety of innovative technology sectors, including fintech, B2B SaaS, HealthTech and AI.

Rasmal Innovation Fund I LLC is the first fund announcement as part of QIA’s $1 billion Fund of Funds program announced as open to applicants in February 2024.

To date, the Rasmal Innovation Fund I LLC has closed funding from QIA’s Fund of Funds, corporates, family offices and individual high-net-worth investors with an aim to reach $100 million in investment commitments. The fund is only open to professional investors as defined in QFCRA regulation.

Alexander Wiedmer, Co-Managing Partner of Rasmal Ventures, said, “As the first private VC fund based in Doha, we have forged strong partnerships with leading Qatari institutions to work closely with exceptional founders, stimulate innovation, and meet the region’s unique needs. While still in the early stages of capital deployment, we take pride in our first investments in proprietary tech startups. The trust QIA and our other investors placed in us is a testament to our team’s capabilities and dedication. We will continue to grow our presence across the region and execute our highly selective investment strategy to establish ourselves as a key player in the MENA VC landscape.”

CEO of QFC believes AI and Blockchain broaden access to alternative investments

CEO of QFC believes AI and Blockchain broaden access to alternative investments

The CEO of Qatar Financial Center made some interesting remarks during The third edition of the annual Qatar Financial Market Forum 2025 themed ‘Public Growth and Private Capital’ was hosted by Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), in collaboration with Bloomberg Intelligence (BI), the research division of Bloomberg LP. He noted that emerging technologies are evolving at an unprecedented pace and no industry is untouched especially the financial markets, and that AI and Blockchain are broadening access to alternative investments

Yousuf Mohamed Al Jaida, Chief Executive Officer, QFC in his opening speech noted that disruptive technologies like AI and Blockchain are enhancing efficiency and creating new financial products.

He also added that advances in AI and data analytics are enhancing private lending efficiency, improving risk assessments and opening new opportunities for private credit providers, while digital platforms, leveraging blockchain and AI are broadening access to alternative investments, attracting a more diverse range of investors, he said.

As public markets become more volatile due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and rising debt levels, investors are increasingly diversifying into alternative investments, such as private equity and credit to hedge against financial uncertainty while seeking higher returns and reduced exposure to market fluctuations.

QFC has been at the forefront of bringing Blockchain and AI technologies into the financial sector. Their focus is on tokenization of real estate securities, and bonds. QFC has already not only created the digital assets lab, but also a DLT and digital assets framework. Companies such as R3, The Hashgraph Association and SettleMint have joined the ranks as partners to support the digital asset and tokenization goals set by QFC.

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UAE and Qatar VCs invest in securitization AI entity, Teamsec

UAE and Qatar VCs invest in securitization AI entity, Teamsec

Deniz Ventures, the venture capital fund of DenizBank, established under the Emirates NBD Innovation Fund—the Corporate Venture Capital arm of Emirates NBD Group—and Qatar based Rasmal Ventures, a venture capital firm, have invested in Turkish based TeamSec, an a AI-powered securitization platform, transforming the structured finance industry through its innovative Securitization-as-a-Service platform.

Securitization is the process in which certain types of assets are pooled so that they can be repackaged into interest-bearing securities.

With a total investment raise of 7.6 million USD, TeamSec aims to accelerate its growth operations, focusing on rapid expansion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The company already has an innovation license in DIFC ( Dubai International Finance Center). Additionally, TeamSec also aims to diversify its product and service portfolio and enhance current service offerings.

TeamSec in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, TeamSec has taken a major leap forward by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SIMAH, the Saudi Credit Bureau. This collaboration is a key milestone in enhancing the securitization ecosystem in the Kingdom, enabling us to access critical credit data and analytics required to structure robust securitization solutions.

The partnership with SIMAH will provide data-driven securitization models that meet international standards. By leveraging SIMAH’s extensive credit information database, the company seeks to ensure that their securitization products are built on a foundation of trust, reliability, and precision—qualities that are vital for attracting investors and fostering confidence in the market.

Through its AI and data analytics-based solutions, TeamSec seeks to create critical value for investors and financial institutions.

Commenting on the investment, Ahmed Al Qassim, Group Head of Wholesale Banking at Emirates NBD, said, “We recognize the immense potential securitization holds in supporting regional growth. Our recent strategic investment in TeamSec, a fintech innovator specializing in Securitization-as-a-Service, underscores our commitment to shaping this market and enabling its growth. We are the first investor in TeamSec, supporting the founder and team in their growth journey at an early stage.”

NEOHUB CEO Gürhan Çam highlighted that TeamSec’s technological infrastructure will lay the groundwork for stronger collaborations among financial institutions in the future and contribute significantly to the financial ecosystem. He stated: “Digital transformation in the fintech sector is no longer a luxury but a necessity. As DenizBank and NEOHUB, we aim to address the technological gaps in the field of securitization by collaborating with startups through our investment in TeamSec. We recognize that TeamSec’s innovations in securitization have the potential to set new industry standards.”

Emphasizing the collaborative approach, Rasmal Ventures’ Co-Managing Partner, Alexander Wiedmer, noted: “TeamSec’s bold vision to revolutionize the securitization industry across the Middle East and beyond resonates strongly with us. Their mission-driven, execution-focused team exemplifies the kind of ambition and innovation we are excited to support. Our investment, alongside Deniz Ventures, reflects our commitment to advance fintech solutions that redefine traditional financial processes. By backing teams like TeamSec, with deep expertise in their field, we aim to accelerate digital transformation and fortify the regional financial ecosystem.”

Emphasizing the role Emirates NBD’s Corporate Venture Capital arm played in driving this investment, Neeraj Makin, Group Head of Strategy, Analytics, and Venture Capital at Emirates NBD, added, “Emirates NBD’s Innovation Fund drives strategic investments in cutting-edge fintech startups like TeamSec, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions that align with our vision of being the most innovative bank for our customers. As the industry evolves, the fund ensures we stay ahead of disruptive trends while enhancing the digital experience for our clients.”

Esad Erkam Köroğlu, Founder and CEO of TeamSec, highlighted that this strategic investment from Deniz Ventures combined with the VC mindset and experience of the Rasmal Ventures’ team, is a key enabler in achieving the company’s vision: “The investment we received from ENBD and Rasmal Ventures demonstrates the trust placed in TeamSec’s vision and technological prowess by these renowned institutions. At the same time, this investment round supports our mission to revolutionize the securitization market, positioning TeamSec as a leader in the fintech sector as well as in the securitization market, particularly in the MENA region. With this investment, we endeavor to strengthen our position as a global game-changer in the field of securitization.”

Qatar based Rasmal Ventures, the first independent venture capital company within QFC authority, licensed to manage exempt funds domiciled in QFC, launched its Rasmal $100 million Fund I in 2023. The Fund was supported by key Qatari private investors and institutions.

Hacken joins Qatar’s digital assets lab for blockchain security

Hacken joins Qatar’s digital assets lab for blockchain security

Hacken, the Blockchain Security Auditor has announced that it has joined the Qatar Financial Authority Digital Assets Lab as a partner.


Founded in 2017, Hacken offers comprehensive security services, including smart contract audits, penetration testing, bug bounty programs, and post-deployment monitoring, combining expertise and battle-tested methodologies to protect Web3 projects globally.

As per the Linkedin post, ” This forward-thinking initiative is shaping the future of digital assets and DLT by fostering innovation and collaboration. Hacken is contributing with our expertise in smart contract & protocol security, post-deployment monitoring & bug bounties and cybersecurity tailored for regulated frameworks.”

Hacken adds in their post that they are working to drive safer, innovative solutions in the digital asset space.

Qatar Digital Assets Labs partners with various entities in Blockchain arena

Singaporean Blockchain fintech company DMZ Finance was also chosen by Qatar QFC Digital Assets Lab, and also is working with partners that include R3, The Hashgraph Association, Taurus and SettleMint among others.

Hacken also partnered in 2024 with UAE ADGM

In April 2024, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Hacken, also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaboratively set new benchmarks for blockchain security and compliance. Under the MoU, ADGM’s Registration Authority (RA) would collaborate with Hacken on developing security standards and on-chain monitoring solutions in relation to ADGM’s DLT Foundations framework, positioning both organizations at the forefront of fostering a secure blockchain ecosystem.

Later on Hacken forged a strategic alliance with Klumi Ventures, recently regulated Web3 venture capital firm based in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). As per the press release the partnership would establish new benchmarks in blockchain security and compliance, capitalizing on the formidable security expertise of Hacken and the financial licensing of Klumi Ventures in UAE.

UAE regulated stablecoin, AEcoin sponsors Qatar UAE SuperCup

UAE regulated stablecoin, AEcoin sponsors Qatar UAE SuperCup

UAE’s first regulated stablecoin by the Central Bank of UAE, AEcoin has announced the sponsorship of the Qatar UAE SuperCup. The Qatar-UAE Super Cup football Cup, will have distinct competitions that are set to ignite the passion of football fans from January 16 to 19. The event will bring together 8 elite teams to compete in intense matches across the Challenge Shield, Super Cup, Super Shield, and Challenge Cup categories.

On Thursday, January 16, the opening match kicked off in Doha, pitting Al Rayyan, runner-up in the Ooredoo Stars League, against Shabab Al Ahli, the ADNOC Professional League runner-up.
On Friday, January 17, in Dubai, Qatar SC, the Amir Cup runner-up, will go head-to-head with Al Nasr, the UAE President’s Cup runner-up.
Reigning Ooredoo Stars League champions Al Sadd will take on Al Wasl, winners of the ADNOC Professional League on January 18 in Doha.
The grand finale is set to take place in Abu Dhabi on the 19th, with Al Wakrah, the Qatar Cup champions battling it out with Al Wahda, the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Cup champions.

AECoin joins the ranks of Visit Qatar and RedBull as one of the many sponsors. The AE Coin promises an instant, secure, stable, innovative, low-cost, and efficient payment experience that will reshape the future of the digital economy.

Mbank was the first bank to be offering the AE Coin licensed stablecoin available on its AEC Wallet. Through AEC Wallet, powered by Mbank, customers will be able to purchase AE Coin and make secure, stable virtual financial transactions. In line with the Central Bank of the UAE’s digital payment token services framework and the government’s future-oriented vision.

QFC brings blockchain firms together to spur DLT globally

QFC brings blockchain firms together to spur DLT globally

QFC ( Qatar Financial Center) has played an instrumental role in the recent collaboration and partnership of two DLT entities, The Hashgraph Group, a Swiss-based international business, venture capital and technology company, and SettleMint a blockchain transformation company. The partnership seeks to accelerate the impact of DLT ( Distributed Ledger Technologies) and digital assets across several industries.

As per QFC press release this partnerships aims to make DLT more accessible for organisations worldwide and drive their adoption on a global scale. In September 2024, the Lab launched its inaugural cohort, comprising 29 innovators, with the goal of providing them with a comprehensive ecosystem to develop, test, and commercialise cutting-edge solutions addressing industry needs and challenges through digital assets and distributed ledger technologies.

The Lab was established to foster collaboration among start-ups, businesses, and researchers to develop innovative solutions, products, and services in digital assets and distributed ledger technologies. The partnership between SettleMint and THA marks a milestone for the Lab, highlighting its potential to shape the industry and contribute significantly to the Qatari market.

Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida, Chief Executive Officer, QFC, commented on the partnership stating, “This partnership between SettleMint and The Hashgraph Group is a testament to the QFC Digital Assets Lab’s success in fostering collaboration and driving innovation. By facilitating partnerships like this, the Lab strengthens Qatar’s position as a leader in emerging technologies while contributing to a more dynamic and diversified economy.”

Kamal Youssefi, President, The Hashgraph Association (THA), added, “The cornerstone of our strategy at THA is strategic partnerships. Our ultimate aim is to empower a thriving community and build up a vibrant Web3 ecosystem that leverages Hedera platform capabilities. We are excited to partner with innovative organisations to co-create value and contribute towards building an empowered digital future. THA strongly believes in QFC’s vision, and it is strategy to institutionalise Digital Assets and establish Qatar as a leading regional hub for innovative web3 solutions covering Asset Tokenization, Digital Assets, DeFi and Onchain Finance, and we look forward to working with SettleMint and other ecosystem partners to contribute towards Qatar’s 2030 Digital strategic goals.”

Stefan Deiss, Founder and CEO of The Hashgraph Group, noted, “We’re thrilled to be both investing in and partnering with SettleMint as we work to integrate Hedera-powered applications for enterprises and organizations in Qatar and globally. The future of Web3 solutions will include the tokenization of Real-World Assets, and the combined forces of Hedera’s energy-efficient DLT platform with SettleMint and the futuristic ecosystem at QFC’s Digital Assets Lab will empower enterprises and governments towards a digital economy.

Matthew Van Niekerk, Chief Executive Officer, SettleMint, commented, “The QFC Digital Assets Lab is building a powerful ecosystem that fosters meaningful partnerships, lasting collaborations, and the next generation of digital asset solutions in the region and beyond. This investment and strategic partnership highlight the Lab’s effectiveness in bringing together industry-leading companies to drive impactful outcomes.”

Qatar Fintech Hub advance digital assets startups in acceleration program

Qatar Fintech Hub advance digital assets startups in acceleration program

Qatar Fintech Hub announced that Fintech and digital startups from 7countries showcased their solutions during the Demo Day which is the final milestone of the Wave 6 Incubation & Acceleration Program. These startups have advanced through the flagship program to develop their innovative solutions in line with the National FinTech Strategy focusing on two key themes of Islamic FinTech and Digital Assets.

The startups include names such as Alt DRX a B2B real Estate Marketplace for Indians to buy & sell tokenized properties 1 SQFT at a time; powered by algorithmic pricing, instant settlements & Blockchain ledgers.

The second startup to be pitching is ARCA X LLC which is building the bridge between Centralized Finance (CeFi) & Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Through Hard-Blockchain (HBC)™ our proprietary blockchain hardware infrastructure & software end-to-end solution.

The third is Blade Labs which combines AI, blockchain, and smart contracts to help financial institutions deploy Shariah-compliant capital more efficiently. Our embedded Islamic finance platform automates compliance, enhances transparency, and reduces processing time from weeks to minutes, providing secure and scalable solutions for the $3.9T Islamic finance market.

Also pitching is Credit Plus which is empowering SMEs by providing innovative supply chain finance solutions that enhance cash flow, promote financial inclusion, and drive economic growth, with a vision to be the leading digital platform for seamless collaboration between banks, buyers, and suppliers across the MENA region.

Other startups include

Dhahaby facilitates loans against gold, gold jewellery and luxury timepieces removing the friction in collateralized lending for borrowers and lenders.

Ehmini is a digital platform offering embedded Takaful insurance solutions tailored for low and middle income expatriates in Qatar and the GCC. We simplify access to affordable retirement and insurance products by integrating seamlessly with financial institutions and payment platforms.

Finrock is a B2B platform allowing any asset to be identified, verified, and transferred to the blockchain unlocking liquidity and creating a secondary market.

GreenVycto, which is a Carbon Credit Tokenization platform designed to accelerate sustainability through incentivizing eco-friendly actions and supporting a green economy.

Hemaayah is an Insuretech platform bringing insurance protection to 30 Million GCC employed blue-collar workers. Their remittance linked insurance product provides health and income protection benefit to 150 Million family members of migrant workers.

Kredflo is a Shariah-compliant anchor led supply chain finance which enhances cash flow for anchors/sellers by offering immediate payments, while providing buyers/borrowers with a cost-free credit line.

Sidra a tokenisation infrastructure service provider and finally Wafir which transforms traditional lending circles into a modern, digital experience, ensuring secure, transparent, and efficient community financing.

Nexera RWA tokenization platform interested in Qatar

Nexera RWA tokenization platform interested in Qatar

Nexera an infrastructure designed to enable the smooth integration of real-world assets into the digital space recently presented their solutions in Qatar at the Qatar Digital Assets Lab.

They have made trillions of dollars in tokenized assets accessible, transferable, and liquid across web3 by connecting platforms and marketplaces across multiple blockchains.

The company announced that so far in December it visited Qatar Digital Assets Lab to showcase their advanced real world assets tokenization solutions meeting with key players in the ecosystem. Their CEO and Founder Ajaja Rachid presented their real estate tokenization solutions there.

Nexera also recently partnered with modular blockchain powerhouse NULS. With over 1M+ cross-chain transactions, $NULS brings the firepower, and $NXRA opens the gateway to $100T+ in RWA tokenization.

Nexera’s founder and CEO, Rachid Ajaja, shared insights on the synergy between AI agents and tokenization. This is a must-read for anyone following the intersection of blockchain and AI.

The company has also participated at the Plug and Play Tech Center Türkiye Expo 2024, Rachid presented “Scaling AI Infrastructure Through Tokenization,” showcasing the potential of AI and blockchain convergence.

In addition the company joined forces with Bitlayer, bringing tokenization infrastructure to Bitcoin. Bitlayer, an EVM-compatible Bitcoin L2, combines Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s flexibility.

More and more DLT, Blockchain entities are entering Qatar Digital Assets Lab.

For example Indian headquartered, Ryzer a blockchain-based (Token Service Provider) real estate investment platform, has been accepted into Qatar Digital Labs within the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) digital asset tokenization regulatory framework

In addition to others such as Singaporean Blockchain fintech company DMZ Finance which has been chosen by Qatar QFC as well as Blade Labs which tokenizes financial productions and services.

Sidra Chain gets accepted into Qatar’s digital assets Lab

Sidra Chain gets accepted into Qatar’s digital assets Lab

SIDRA and its SIFRA Chain have been accepted into The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) digital assets Lab. In an X post, Engineer Hossam Shaaban noted that QFC has made significant strides in its mission to foster a thriving digital assets ecosystem.

He stated, “The recent announcement of 24 innovative firms joining the inaugural QFC Digital Assets Lab marks a pivotal moment in this journey. Among these pioneering companies, SIDRA and SIDRA Chain stand out as prominent players, showcasing the potential of Qatar to become a global hub for blockchain technology.”

SIDRA, develops blockchain solutions. Its subsidiary, SIDRA Chain, offers a comprehensive suite of blockchain-based products and services, including tokenization, BaaS, and supply chain solutions.



The 24 participants in the Lab represent a diverse range of sectors, including finance, real estate, and supply chain management. Their innovative solutions have the potential to revolutionize the way we conduct business, improve transparency, and enhance efficiency.

Since the launch of the QFC Digital assets Lab, more than 24 startups have been accepted, including Ripple backed Ryzer Blockchain, DMZ Finance and more.