In a landmark move for the UAE’s crypto industry, telecom operator ‘du’ has launched Cloud Miner, the country’s first officially licensed cloud-based Bitcoin mining platform. The service, unveiled on November 2, 2025, at the Burj Khalifa, allows UAE residents to participate in Bitcoin mining through a regulated, subscription-based model.
The platform marks the UAE’s first Mining-as-a-Service (MaaS) offering, giving users the ability to mine Bitcoin without owning or managing hardware.
Instead, participants rent computational power, with subscriptions offered via an online auction at onlineauction(dot)ae from November 3 to 9. Each contract provides 250 terahashes per second (TH/s) of mining capacity for 24 months, enabling users to start mining immediately after verification.
By eliminating the usual barriers, such as high electricity costs, complex setup, and maintenance, Cloud Miner aims to make Bitcoin mining accessible to everyday investors in the UAE.
The service operates from data centres within the country, ensuring compliance with local data protection and financial oversight regulations.
To participate, users must verify their identity through UAE Pass, fulfilling Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements. The platform also enforces two-factor authentication for account security, underscoring du’s focus on safety and regulatory alignment.
According to du, all mining rewards will be distributed automatically based on participants’ contracted hash power. Subscription fees are transparent and fixed for the contract duration.
The launch comes as the UAE continues to cement its position as a global hub for blockchain innovation. The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has rolled out comprehensive licensing frameworks, while major developers such as DAMAC Properties and Ellington now accept Bitcoin and Ethereum for property transactions.
du’s entry into cloud mining follows recent initiatives like Crypto.com’s approval to enable residents to pay Dubai government fees using digital assets, further highlighting the UAE’s rapid progress toward a regulated and inclusive digital economy.