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CryptoMediumUpdated•Originally published 14 September 2026•Updated 14 September 2026•
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UAE Integrates Avalanche Blockchain into National UAE PASS Identity System

Digital illustration of the UAE PASS on a phone screen against the Dubai skyline and an Avalanche logo.

Key Facts

1The UAE integrated Avalanche blockchain technology into its national digital identity system, UAE PASS, to support the Digital Vault feature.
2The UAE PASS system serves more than 12.5 million people as a unified digital identity platform.
3The native token AVAX rose by over 3% following the announcement of this government integration.

In a move reflecting the acceleration of emerging technology adoption in government services, the UAE has integrated Avalanche blockchain technology into its national digital identity system, UAE PASS, to support the Digital Vault feature. According to reports, this integration aims to enhance the security and functionality of the platform, which currently serves more than 12.5 million people as a unified digital identity hub. The crypto market reacted positively to the news, with the native AVAX token rising by over 3% following the announcement of this major institutional adoption.

This government initiative strengthens the role of blockchain in national infrastructure, as the project will run on a dedicated Avalanche L1 to ensure the speed and safety of document verification processes. Under this integration, users will be able to securely store and share verified government documents, reducing the need for manual checks. This partnership between the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) and Ava Labs represents one of the largest real-world, nation-state use cases for public blockchain infrastructure to date.

Looking at market performance, the AVAX token shows bullish momentum following the news, with analysts noting technical resistance near $7.50 and support at $7.37 as of September 14, 2026. While real-time database price levels are currently unavailable, focus remains on the full launch of the new system. Global markets also continue to monitor broader sentiment, including the impact of the European Central Bank's interest rate decision on September 10, to gauge overall risk appetite for digital assets.