Khaleej Times, 21 July 2025: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) becomes the first government entity in the Middle East to officially accept the AE Coin for judicial and legal service fees.

This means court fees can be paid in digital currency.

Under a strategic partnership agreement signed with the Al Maryah Bank court users can pay for a wide range of judicial service using AE Coin which is a stablecoin regulated by the UAE Central Bank — via the AEC Wallet. This offers a secure, fully digital, and rapid alternative to traditional payment methods.

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