Dubai does for crypto what Silicon Valley did for tech: Gov’t affairs firm CEO
NH Management’s Tao Xiao explained that VARA’s objective is not to hinder progress but to secure the market’s integrity. Go to Source
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Nexo Secures Preliminary VARA Approval to Launch Crypto Lending and Brokerage Services in Dubai
On Tuesday, Nexo announced its Dubai entity, Nexo DWTC, had secured preliminary approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) to engage in virtual asset lending, borrowing, and broker-dealer activities within the UAE’s most populous city. Nexo Gains Initial VARA Approval for Dubai Crypto Operations The crypto lender Nexo received a provisional “Initial Approval [IA]” … Read more
Bitcoin Mining Company Phoenix Group Reports 50% Net Income Increase and 20% Sales Growth
After its oversubscribed initial public offering (IPO), Phoenix Group, a Dubai-based company specializing in bitcoin mining and blockchain infrastructure, has announced a significant 50% increase in net income. The firm further revealed a 20% increase in its annual sales compared to the previous year. Dubai Bitcoin Miner Phoenix Group Records Substantial Increase in Year-on-Year Sales … Read more
Binance, crypto firms optimistic about UAE amid potential US regulatory shift
Ghaf Capital managing partner Feras Al Sadek argued that the UAE’s “regulation by education” sets it apart from other jurisdictions. Go to Source
Dubai regulator grants crypto license to Bahrain’s CoinMENA
The permit allows CoinMENA to provide retail and institutional customers in the United Arab Emirates with the ability to deposit and withdraw in UAE dirhams. Go to Source
Dubai awards conditional crypto license to climate-friendly Web3 firm
AYA is a climate-focused launchpad that supports innovations around sustainability — such as reforestation, nature credits, mangrove conservation, and sustainable agriculture. Go to Source
Crypto investment platform Fasset granted operational license in Dubai
Fasset has been granted a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from regulators in Dubai, allowing it to perform broker-dealer services legally in the area. Go to Source
eToro, M2 win AGDM crypto licenses to operate in UAE financial center
While eToro received Financial Services Permission (FSP) approval for operating as a securities, derivatives, and crypto assets broker, M2 became a fully regulated Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) and custodian. Go to Source
Crypto custodian Hex Trust receives Dubai VASP license
Institutional cryptocurrency custodian Hex Trust adds Dubai to its list of operational jurisdictions in addition to Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Italy and France. Go to Source
Crypto.com granted Dubai crypto license
The license is pending operational approval and allows Crypto.com’s Dubai entity to offer exchange, broker-dealer, and lending and borrowing services. Go to Source