ARP Digital and Fireblocks Team Up to Revolutionize Gulf Payments
ARP Digital has partnered with Fireblocks to bring regulated stablecoin and digital payment services to the Gulf region. The deal connects Fireblocks’ global network to compliant settlement rails across key GCC markets, including the UAE dirham and Bahraini dinar. Both companies aim to fill a longstanding gap in cross-border payment infrastructure. ARP Digital, a licensed Crypto Assets Service Provider under Bahrain’s central bank, will serve as the regulated entry point for institutions on the Fireblocks Network. The firm already processes over $3.5 billion in transaction volume and supports more than 450 institutional clients. Its integration with Fireblocks will enable faster, compliant fiat and stablecoin settlements across the Gulf.
Fireblocks launched its Network for Payments in 2025 to streamline stablecoin transactions, fiat conversions, and cross-border settlements in over 100 countries. The partnership with ARP Digital extends this reach into the GCC, a high-volume payment market where compliant access has been limited. Institutions will now gain single-point integration for regulated payment and settlement services in Gulf currencies.
Ran Goldi, SVP of Payments and Network at Fireblocks, emphasised the need for locally regulated partners in major financial corridors. ARP Digital’s multi-licensed status, live local currency rails, and institutional experience meet these requirements, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. The collaboration provides global FinTechs and financial institutions with direct access to compliant payment infrastructure in the GCC. ARP Digital’s regulatory standing and institutional depth strengthen Fireblocks’ network, enabling seamless cross-border transactions. The move is expected to boost digital payment adoption in one of the world’s busiest financial regions.
