Virtual Assets & Web3
Full-service advisory for virtual-asset businesses — exchanges, brokers, custodians, token projects and beyond — routed to VARA, ADGM or the right framework, from perimeter analysis to approval.
What it covers
The UAE is one of the few places with a mature, purpose-built regime for virtual assets — but which regulator and activity you fall under is rarely obvious.
We advise exchanges, broker-dealers, custodians, advisory firms and token issuers on the right framework — VARA in Dubai, the FSRA in ADGM, or a combination — then build the application, policy pack and controls that get you approved and keep you compliant.
How we help
We map your model to the correct virtual-asset activity and the regulator that fits — VARA, ADGM or beyond.
We prepare the application, AML/CFT policy pack and responsible-individual documentation and defend it through review.
Once live, we keep you compliant — AML, KYC, governance, reporting and audit — on an ongoing basis.
FAQ
Both are strong regimes. VARA governs virtual assets in Dubai; the FSRA in ADGM has a mature framework too. We advise which fits your model and market.
Exchange, broker-dealer, custody, advisory, lending, management and transfer & settlement each have their own category. We confirm yours in a perimeter analysis.
Yes. We advise token issuers and Web3 projects on how their model is treated and the licensing or exemptions that apply.
AML/CFT, reporting, governance and audit obligations begin. We stay on as your compliance partner so they're met without disruption.
Building trust in a decentralised world
Tell us your goals. In one confidential call we'll confirm the activities you need, the right framework, a realistic timeline and the exact next steps.
