[UAE Telecom Operator e& UAE Explores Payments Using Dirham Stablecoin AE Coin] According to Foresight News, citing Gulf News, UAE telecom operator e& UAE has signed a memorandum of understanding with Al Maryah Community Bank to explore the use of the UAE Central Bank-authorized Dirham stablecoin AE Coin for payments in specific e& UAE channels. The telecom operator plans to test a regulated blockchain-based payment method for bills, top-ups, and broader digital transactions.