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Dubai VARA Licence Costs & Timelines (2025): Exchange, Custody, Staking
In 2025, Dubai's VARA offers licenses for crypto exchanges, custody, and staking. Costs range from AED 50,000 to AED 150,000, with timelines of 4 to 12 weeks for approval. This framework positions Dubai as a leading hub for blockchain innovation.
UAE Strengthens Crypto Regulations with New Framework
The UAE has announced a new regulatory framework for virtual assets, enhancing compliance and encouraging innovation within the crypto industry.
Crypto Exchange Deribit Moves Headquarters to Dubai after Oobtaining VASP License
Crypto exchange Deribit moves headquarters to Dubai after obtaining a VASP license, expanding crypto trading services in the region.
Dubai's VARA Appoints Matthew White as CEO
Dubai's VARA is appointing Matthew White as its new CEO, focusing on regulatory compliance in the cryptocurrency space, following a leadership transition.
Ex-FTX Execs Launch New Crypto Exchange Backpack
Former FTX executives, Can Sun, are launching Backpack Exchange in Dubai, aiming to raise $100 million for customer fund security and advanced technology.
Binance Secures First Operational MVP License from Dubai's VARA
Binance has become the first to receive an Operational MVP License from Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), enabling regulated virtual asset services.
Dubai regulator grants Crypto.com MVP preliminary license
Crypto.com has obtained a minimal viable product (MVP) preparatory license from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) to offer spot and derivatives instruments of virtual assets.
Is Dubai the New Rallying Point for Crypto Exchanges?
Dubai comes off as one of the most active influencers among gulf nations, granting licenses to many cryptocurrency exchanges recently.