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Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA)
Coverage of the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), the sole authority regulating Virtual Assets across Dubai’s mainland and free zones, excluding DIFC. Follow Regulations and Guidelines, Licence Applications, Licensed Activities, Public Register updates, and Regulatory Notices covering licensing, enforcement, and warnings.
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