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UAE FinTech Series: Crypto Licensing In Dubai – Understanding VARA And DIFC

Dubai is unique in having two fully independent regulatory frameworks for crypto-assets — the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority ("VARA") and the Dubai Financial Services Authority ("DFSA")...

United Arab Emirates Technology

WP

WH Partners

Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

Learn More About the Regulations on virtual assets to counter proliferation financing and prevent money laundering.

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Why The UAE Could Become The Global Hub For Virtual Asset Proprietary Trading: A Practical Guide With Jurisdictional Comparisons To Singapore And Switzerland

Virtual asset proprietary trading ("Prop Trading"), where firms trade digital assets using their own capital has gained significant traction amid the global rise of cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based financial systems.

Worldwide Technology

TLP Advisors

UAE FinTech Series: FinTech Without Friction – The UAE Way

The United Arab Emirates ("UAE") has become the leading FinTech hub in the Middle East. Through bold regulation, access to global capital, and strategic free zones...

United Arab Emirates Technology

WP

WH Partners

Bridging Worlds: Real-World Assets And The Future Of Decentralised Finance

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

Overview Of UAE Cryptocurrency Rules: Fees And Compliance (Video)

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Financial Litigation Trends: Dubai Court Breaks New Ground, Orders Return Of Crypto In Kind Or Cash At Market Value At Time Of Enforcement

United Arab Emirates Technology

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Crypto Scams: What Are Your Legal Defense And Guide To Avoid Being Scammed (Video)

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal Consultant In The UAE: Essential Support For Web3 And Digital Business Formation

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

VARA Rulebooks V2.0

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

VAT Regulation For Cryptocurrency Mining In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Tax

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

The Dubai Cassation Court's Recent Ruling On The Legal Concept Of Without Prejudice

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Smart Contracts, Shifting Standards: Understanding The SEC's New Disclosure Expectations For Tokens

Worldwide Technology

TLP Advisors

Google's MiCA Ad Policy: A Misstep For Crypto Innovation?

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Legal Article: Law No. 7 Of 2025 On The Regulation Of Contracting Activities In The Emirate Of Dubai

United Arab Emirates Commercial

HA

HAS Law Firm

Human Trafficking Laws In The UAE | Legal Overview (Video)

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Why The UAE Could Become The Global Hub For Virtual Asset Proprietary Trading: A Practical Guide With Jurisdictional Comparisons To Singapore And Switzerland

Worldwide Technology

TLP Advisors

Understanding Third-Party Liability In UAE Space Law (Video)

United Arab Emirates Transport

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Preventive Settlement And Restructuring Procedures Under The UAE Bankruptcy Laws (Video)

United Arab Emirates Insolvency

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Virtual Assets Or Cryptocurrency Under UAE Law

Digital currency, or cryptocurrency, is an alternative payment method developed with encryption methods. Encryption technology enables cryptocurrencies to act as both a currency and a virtual accounting system.

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Regulatory Compliance Of Multi-Chain Wallet Tracking Solutions: Navigating AML/KYC In A Cross-Chain World

Wallet tracking solutions monitor wallet activity across multiple blockchains, linking addresses to real-world entities and identifying suspicious patterns.

United Arab Emirates Government

TLP Advisors

Mining For Clarity With The Latest Statement On Crypto-Mining Activities From The SEC

The SEC's Division of Corporation Finance issued a Statement on Proof-of-Work (PoW) Mining, opining that certain mining activities do not constitute securities transactions.

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Crypto Gets A New Lira Of Scrutiny: An Analysis Of Turkey's New Crypto Asset Framework

New communiqués by the Capital Markets Board, Turkey have been published to introduced strict rules for CASPs to enhance market stability, security, and transparency, aligning with global standards.

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Real Client Enquiry: Opening A Bank Account In UAE With A Crypto Friendly Bank

United Arab Emirates Technology

CA

CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd

Stablecoin Frameworks In Queue: The US Approach To Regulating Stablecoin Issuers

Worldwide Finance

TLP Advisors

Dubai: The Rising Cryptocurrency Capital Of The World

United Arab Emirates Technology

BA

BSA Law

UAE's Groundbreaking Approval Of AE Coin: A New Era For Dirham-Backed Stablecoins

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Shanghai Court Recognises The Legality Of Crypto Ownership For Individuals

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Navigating The Rise Of Crypto Cards: Legal Regulations And Implications

Worldwide Finance

TLP Advisors

Seoul Sees All – South Korea's Next Level Of Oversight Over Virtual Assets

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

Trumping The Crypto Landscape: Could A Second Term Reshape The Future Of Crypto In The US?

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

The Approval Of AED Stablecoin: A New Milestone For The UAE's Digital Finance Ecosystem

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

UAE's VAT Exemption On Virtual Assets: A Game Changer For Digital Assets

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Seoul Sees All – South Korea's Next Level Of Oversight Over Virtual Assets

South Korea is rapidly advancing virtual asset regulation, specifically to monitor cross-border transactions and address a "blind spot" in oversight that has facilitated financial crimes.

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

Trumping The Crypto Landscape: Could A Second Term Reshape The Future Of Crypto In The US?

The crypto market reacted positively to Donald Trump's election win, with Bitcoin rising to $75,000 due to anticipated pro-crypto policies

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

The Approval Of AED Stablecoin: A New Milestone For The UAE's Digital Finance Ecosystem

In a significant development for the UAE's financial landscape, the country has introduced its first-ever dirham-backed stablecoin – AE Coin, launched by AED Stablecoin LLC

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

UAE's VAT Exemption On Virtual Assets: A Game Changer For Digital Assets

The United Arab Emirates ("UAE") has established itself as a progressive jurisdiction for financial innovation, particularly in the realm of virtual assets and cryptocurrencies.

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Understanding The Regulations On The Marketing Of Virtual Assets And Related Activities

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

South Korea's New Era: Virtual Asset User Protection Act 2024 Sets A Bold Standard

South Korea's Virtual Asset User Protection Act 2024 introduces stringent regulations to enhance consumer protection in the crypto space.

Worldwide Technology

TLP Advisors

SCAnning VASPs: Guidelines For Regulation Of Virtual Assets And Virtual Asset Service Providers

In July 2024, the SCA issued new guidelines to regulate Virtual Assets (VAs) and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) in the UAE.

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Seychelles Steps Up: New Bill To Regulate Virtual Asset Service Providers

The VASP Bill was introduced on 12 July 2024 to regulate VASPs in the Seychelles.

United Arab Emirates Family

TLP Advisors

Regulatory Developments In The UAE: SCA, Security Tokens, Commodity Tokens, And Fintech Software

The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has developed two significant regulatory drafts regarding software...

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering

United Arab Emirates Finance

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Marketing Of Virtual Assets: Compliance And Best Practices When Promoting Tokens, Crypto, And Web3 Projects

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

The DFSA Enhances Its Crypto Token Framework

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

Trading Crypto In Dubai? What You Need To Know About The Latest Court Ruling

United Arab Emirates Technology

BA

BSA Law

How The UAE's Updated VAT Executive Regulation Could Impact Your Business

United Arab Emirates Tax

BA

BSA Law

RAK Digital Assets Oasis: The First Web3 Free Zone In UAE

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

MiCA Update: ESMA Responds To The European Commission's Rejection Of Certain Technical Standards

United Arab Emirates Technology

Belisario Consulting & Legal

Dubai And Abu Dhabi Firms Involved In Crypto: Regulatory Pitfalls To Avoid When Dealing With EU Or UK Clients

United Arab Emirates Technology

MW

McDermott Will & Emery

SCA And VARA Enter Into A Cooperation Agreement

United Arab Emirates Finance

HP

Hadef & Partners

SCA And VARA Set Regulatory Framework For Dubai's Virtual Assets Sector

United Arab Emirates Commercial

Belisario Consulting & Legal

Using Cryptocurrency In Real Estate Deals In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Technology

RAALC

UAE's Cryptocurrency Salary Revolution: A 2024 Legal Milestone

United Arab Emirates Technology

RAALC

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC): A Comprehensive Overview

United Arab Emirates Wealth Mgt

RAALC

Dubai Court Of Cassation Clarifies Licensing Requirements For Virtual Asset Trading

United Arab Emirates Technology

BA

BSA Law

UAE Introduces VAT Exemption For Cryptocurrency Transactions Starting 15 November 2024

United Arab Emirates Technology

MK

Michael Kyprianou Law Firm

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Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Overview Of UAE Cryptocurrency Rules: Fees And Compliance (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Crypto Scams: What Are Your Legal Defense And Guide To Avoid Being Scammed (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Crypto Scams | What Are Your Legal Defense And Guide To Avoid Being Scammed? (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

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