Founded by veteran capital markets executive Satish Gogia, the UAE-licensed platform is designed to simplify access to digital assets through direct AED bank transfers and secure asset management.
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arab Global Crypto Exchange (AGCX), a CMA-licensed Virtual Assets platform, will open for trading on September 10, 2026, giving UAE residents and eligible users in supported jurisdictions a locally regulated platform to access and trade virtual assets.
AGCX is launching with a simple idea: making it easier for users in the UAE to move between AED and digital assets without relying on offshore exchanges. Users will be able to deposit AED directly from UAE bank accounts, trade major digital assets, and make crypto deposits and withdrawals with zero AGCX platform fees.
Making AED-to-Crypto Simpler
The UAE has emerged as an important regional hub for virtual assets, while moving between AED and digital assets can still be challenging for local users. Many regional users continue to rely on offshore exchanges that do not offer native AED support and may involve additional currency conversion costs and foreign regulatory considerations.
At launch, verified users will be able to deposit AED through UAE bank transfers, complete digital KYC onboarding, and trade spot, futures and options through AGCX’s mobile and web platforms. The exchange will also support crypto deposits and withdrawals across supported assets with zero AGCX platform fees on transfers.
Regulatory Foundation
AGCX operates under a license issued by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), formerly known as the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
The platform’s operations, including KYC onboarding, transaction monitoring and custody procedures, are designed to meet applicable UAE anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) requirements.
At Launch
AGCX will offer:
- Spot, futures and options trading across major digital asset pairs
- Direct AED deposits from UAE bank accounts
- Regulator-compliant crypto deposits and withdrawals
- Zero AGCX platform fees on crypto deposits and withdrawals
- Staking for supported crypto assets
- Launchpad access for selected new token listings
- Web and mobile trading platforms
Leadership
Mr. Satish Gogia - Founder & Chairman
A Chartered Accountant with over 40 years of experience in capital markets, commodities and financial technology, Mr. Gogia founded Gogia Capital Services Ltd. and established Arab Global Commodities DMCC in Dubai, where he built a market-making business on the Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX).
Founder’s Quote
“The UAE has done a lot to build a clear and progressive framework for digital assets. What we saw was an opportunity to make the experience simpler for people here.
Users should not have to move their money offshore just to access digital assets. With AGCX, we want to give them a straightforward way to deposit AED, trade and manage their assets through a platform built for the UAE market.
We are starting with the fundamentals — AED access, transparent custody, strong compliance and a simple fee structure. We believe trust is built over time through how a platform operates, not simply through what it says.”
- Mr. Satish Gogia, Founder & CEO, AGCX
Board Member
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Khalifa Sultan Shakhbout Al Nahyan, a member of the Abu Dhabi Royal Family, serves as a Non-Executive Director of AGCX. His involvement reflects the exchange’s UAE roots and its ambition to play a meaningful role in the development of a credible and regulated digital asset market in the region.
Board Quote
"I am pleased to be associated with Arab Global Crypto Exchange and with Mr. Satish Gogia, whose vision and experience in capital markets are central to building a secure, well-regulated platform for the UAE. I look forward to supporting AGCX as it contributes to the development of this sector in the region."
- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Khalifa Sultan Shakhbout Al Nahyan, Non-Executive Director, AGCX
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About AGCX
Arab Global Crypto Exchange (AGCX) is a UAE-licensed digital asset exchange focused on providing secure, accessible and compliant cryptocurrency trading services. The platform enables AED-denominated trading alongside a range of virtual asset products, with compliance and custody standards designed for the UAE and wider MENA region.
AGCX will officially launch on September 10, 2026.
Website: www.arabglobal.ae
Waitlist: https://arabglobal.ae/wait-list
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CONTACT: Media Contact: AGCX Team contactus@arabglobal.ae
