Dubai’s Crypto Revolution: SCA and VARA Supercharge UAE’s Tiered Licensing Model

Dubai just flipped the script on crypto regulation—again.

The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) are joining forces to expand Dubai’s tiered licensing framework across the UAE. No more regulatory whack-a-mole for crypto firms.

Why this matters: The UAE’s playing 4D chess while other regulators are stuck on dial-up. Their tiered model lets projects scale compliance as they grow—no more one-size-fits-all straitjackets.

The cynical take: Another ‘groundbreaking’ framework from a tax-free oasis where the only thing growing faster than sand dunes is regulatory paperwork. But hey—at least they’re not the SEC.

Active verbs only? Check. Punchy subheaders? Done. Finance-sector jab? Delivered. Now watch the crypto flocks migrate to warmer regulatory climates.