Unified UAE Legislation Database

17 Virtual Assets

Status

In force

Issuing Authority

Effective date

XX.XX.XXXX

Official Link

https://

A brief overview of legislation from Real Law 

Who is this overview for

• Investors and traders considering investments in cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets.
• Blockchain companies and startups planning to conduct blockchain and cryptocurrency related businesses in the UAE.
• Legal consultants and lawyers providing services in financial law and cryptocurrencies.
• Financial institutions interested in incorporating virtual assets into their business processes.

 

Key regulation areas

Virtual assets are digital assets that can be used as a means of exchange or for investment purposes.

 

Types of Virtual Assets:

Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital currencies used as a medium of exchange and investment tools.

Stablecoins: Virtual assets pegged to the value of fiat currencies (e.g., US Dollar), commodities (e.g., gold), or other assets, making them more stable than other cryptocurrencies.

NFTs (Non-fungible Tokens): Unique digital assets that represent proof of ownership and authenticity of a particular item, such as a work of art, a collectible, or virtual real estate. However, an NFT cannot be exchanged for another NFT due to its uniqueness.