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In recent years, the governments of the Gulf Cooperation Council have moved to reduce their reliance on hydrocarbons, designing ambitious strategic plans to develop into innovation-led economies within a 15- to 30-year horizon.

MiCA institutes uniform market rules for crypto-assets in the European Union.

The Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) is a world-renowned financial hub that caters to businesses and individuals alike.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) VAT Executive Regulations have been amended, with changes effective from 15 November 2024.

As crypto founders consider their strategies for taxes, regulations, and lifestyle, one common question they face is whether their home country is the best location for their projects...

The new age of technology and interconnectivity around the globe and beyond has revolutionized the methods in which we carry out the activities of daily life.

The new Digital Assets Law No 2 of 2024 (the Digital Assets Law) was enacted in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) on 8 March 2024, alongside significant supporting...

Not many nations can boast the design and implementation of a comprehensive roadmap on integrating technology as a core aspect of their development goals; the UAE is surely not one of them.

Compliance and Best Practices for Marketing Virtual Assets: Insights on Promoting Tokens and Web3 Projects.

The UAE's Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) signed a strategic partnership in August to align regulatory frameworks for virtual assets across the country.

Bursa Malaysia and Singapore-based fintech technology firm Hashstacs were recently reported to have partnered to develop a blockchain proof of concept with the aim of growing Labuan's bond market.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to position itself as a base for businesses involved in cutting-edge technology, ranging from artificial intelligence and robotics,

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has clarified how independent audits should verify that customers’ virtual assets, such as bitcoin, are safeguarded. Its circular of 6 October 2026 follows a review of reserve reports submitted in 2025. For anyone keeping virtual assets with a provider, the underlying question is straightforward: does the provider hold the assets it owes its customers, and are those assets properly protected?

In recent years, the world has witnessed rapid growth in the popularity and adoption of virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and various other digital assets.

It would be hard to say for crypto. UAE is considered a crypto-friendly country, however banks here are extremely cautious when it comes to transactions with crypto exchanges.

The factors that contributed to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank were complicated and varied. Certain professionals have identified the bank's

The rapid growth of Web3, fintech, and digital business models in the UAE demands specialized legal support. Hiring a legal consultant in the UAE is critical for ensuring compliance, reducing legal risks...