GAP 3 Partners Becomes Dubai’s First Licensed Virtual Asset Investment Advisor

Dubai-based GAP 3 Partners (G3) has secured an Operational License from the Dubai VIRTUAL Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), marking a first for the emirate’s virtual asset sector. The firm, founded by industry veterans Robin Janaway, Chris Donovan, and Adib Tohme, is now authorized to provide institutional advisory services spanning token strategy, treasury management, and RWA tokenization.

The license positions G3 at the forefront of Dubai’s push for institutional crypto adoption. "Dubai’s regulatory leadership creates a unique environment for growth," the founding team stated, highlighting rising institutional interest in digital assets. The firm will cater to family offices and investment institutions seeking compliant exposure to blockchain-based financial infrastructure.