VARA has issued a warning about the high risks of memecoins, stressing their volatility and potential for manipulation. The authority is enforcing strict regulations on their issuance and promotion, with fines for non-compliance, to protect investors.
WeatherlyIn the rapidly developing Web3 cryptocurrency field, compliance has become a crucial keyword.
JinseFinanceBybit has secured a provisional license from Dubai’s VARA, signaling progress toward full licensing and strengthening its position in the global crypto market. The company is also expanding in Hong Kong to tap into the growing Asia-Pacific market, reflecting its broader strategy to enhance its global presence.
WeatherlyDeribit, the world’s largest cryptocurrency options exchange, is set to establish its global headquarters in Dubai following the granting of a conditional virtual asset service provider license by the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). This move signifies a strategic shift in the company's operations, with plans to cater primarily to institutional investors. Additionally, Deribit has announced leadership changes and intends to pursue further expansion in the European market by seeking an EU brokerage license. Despite these developments, the operational status of the Dubai exchange is contingent upon meeting VARA's requirements, which could potentially lead to delays.
BerniceBG, unlicensed by VARA, potentially breached regulations by issuing and marketing ISLM tokens in Dubai without approval, requiring immediate cessation of activities and obtaining necessary VARA licenses.
AlexBored Gen DMCC (BG), the parent entity of Islamic Coin, had been under VARA's scrutiny regarding the legal issuance, marketing, and distribution of the token.
AlexKomainu, a collaborative venture in the cryptocurrency custody sector involving Nomura, Ledger, and CoinShares, has successfully acquired an operating license from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA).
BrianWhile the founders and CEO have settled their fines, VARA reported that OPNX is yet to make the required payment, potentially leading the regulator to take further measures against the platform.
SnakeThe market alert issued by VARA states that BitOasis is being reviewed for failing to meet the mandated conditions required for VARA-regulated market activity within the specified 30-60 day timeframes. Earlier this year, BitOasis was granted Dubai's "minimum viable product operational license," but the regulator may now rescind that license.
Coinlive DeFi investigator BlockSec’s monitoring system detected a loss of more than $80 million — citing the root cause as a typical reentrancy vulnerability.
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