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Nomura’s Crypto Joint Venture Receives Full Operating License in Dubai

The Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai has issued a full operating license to Nomura’s cryptocurrency joint venture Komainu, which also includes crypto businesses CoinShares and Ledger. The government of the UAE is encouraging crypto startups by providing funding and enacting laws that are friendly to the industry. Provisional

August 22, 2023 1 min read

Dubai Offers 90% Subsidy on Licenses for AI and Web3 Businesses

Dubai has begun granting commercial licenses to AI and Web3 businesses at a 90% subsidy. This is part of an effort to build an unparalleled hub of cutting-edge technology enterprises in the MENA region, Emerging tech center Dubai AI and Web 3.0 Campus has decided to subsidize licenses for businesses

August 16, 2023 1 min read

FTX Wants Dubai Unit Removed from Bankruptcy Case

FTX, the bankrupt crypto exchange, has recently reached an agreement on principle with Genesis to resolve the claims made by both firms in an ongoing lawsuit over Chapter 11 cases. In the latest development, the crypto exchange wants to remove its Dubai unit from the legal proceedings, according to court

August 3, 2023 1 min read

Dubai’s VARA Grants Full Crypto License to Laser Digital

The Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) of Dubai has issued a full crypto license to Laser Digital, the cryptocurrency division of the Japanese banking giant, Nomura. Last Thursday, Dubai approved Laser Digital’s license, allowing the company to legally provide its services to both consumers and businesses. According to a press

August 1, 2023 2 mins read

BitOasis’ License Revoked by Dubai’s Crypto Regulator

Due to BitOasis’s failure to comply with regulatory requirements within the allotted time limit, the crypto regulator in Dubai has suspended the exchange’s operating license. Two notices were issued on July 10 by the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). Stating that enforcement action had been taken against BitOasis and that

July 11, 2023 1 min read

Ripple’s (XRP) Price is Sailing in the Green?

Ripple (XRP) is gaining a fresh push in the trading price after a two weeks decline. In the last 24 hours, the coin has witnessed a 1.38% surge. This may not seem huge, but the start is bringing positive momentum among XRP holders. As the week began, major cryptos like

May 10, 2023 2 mins read

MaskEX Receives Highly Acclaimed Initial Approval From Dubai’s VARA

The Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) of Dubai has given the next-generation cryptocurrency exchange MaskEX initial approval to start making plans to launch in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The approval is a significant step for MaskEX, which has been working hard to increase its footprint in the Middle East and spread awareness

May 9, 2023 2 mins read

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Announces Expansion to Dubai

According to CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple will specifically expand to the city of Dubai. This news was also shared by Garlinghouse during today’s Dubai Fintech Summit as the major crypto solution provider has revealed plans for growth. Middle Eastern consumers and regulations were two of the main considerations cited by

May 8, 2023 1 min read

UAE Gains Credit From Coinbase CEO

United Arab Emirates (UAE) country has again impressed a well-known crypto market person. Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong, made a positive remark about the nation’s crypto growth potential. Something Big is coming 🚀🚀🚀#Coinbase in Dubai ❤️😀 https://t.co/qtaFWMzgpU — Rohit M (@rohitcryptogeek) May 8, 2023 In his tweet, Brian mentions the UAE

May 8, 2023 1 min read

Dubai Regulator Reprimands Spinoff Trading Platform OPNX

According to a recent statement posted to its website, the regulator has taken the unusual step of issuing a formal reprimand to OPNX, an entity launched out of the crypto trading platform Coinflex, which has links to both Davies and Zhu. “VARA became aware of OPNX soliciting, and collecting personal

May 3, 2023 1 min read