Binance’s Dubai-based Subsidiary Receives Operational MVP License from VARA

On Jul 31, 2023

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The Dubai-based Binance FZE, a subsidiary of the world’s biggest crypto exchange, has set a new benchmark by being the first to secure an Operational MVP license from Dubai’s VARA.

This permits them to provide exchange and broker-dealer services to Dubai’s institutional and eligible retail investors.

Binance FZE Receives Operational MVP License

The Operational MVP License allows Binance to use a modern regulatory framework that encourages innovation and puts user protection first.

Binance has been granted an Operational MVP license, following its provisional MVP license received in March 2022 and a preparatory one in September 2022.

This new license enables Binance to offer virtual asset exchange and broker-dealer services to Dubai’s institutional and qualified retail investors. Richard Teng, Head of Regional Markets at Binance, attributes this milestone to a year’s worth of dedicated collaboration and responsible behavior.

The Operational MVP License also affords Binance the opportunity to operate under a regulatory framework that fosters innovation and prioritizes user protection.

#Binance FZE, our Dubai based subsidiary, is the world’s first exchange to receive the Operational Minimum Viable Product licence in Dubai.
Eligible users can now access regulated virtual asset services, such as fiat on and off ramp services via Binance FZE.
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— Binance (@binance) July 31, 2023

“Operating under VARA’s strict regulations, we’re dedicated to providing secure, smooth customer transition, incorporating robust KYC and CDD measures in our thorough onboarding process,” said Teng during Binance’s announcement.

“Our main goal is to run Dubai’s first fully regulated exchange in a FATF-compliant environment, paving the way for global growth with guaranteed user trust.”

UAE’s Blockchain Advancement and Binance’s Regulatory Commitment in Dubai

The UAE is actively promoting blockchain technology, bolstering an industry that prioritizes security and innovation.

Binance Dubai’s GM, Alexander Chehade, is thrilled about Dubai’s global digital asset hub development and has reaffirmed its commitment to market and investor security.

He assures that platform users will have access to dependable, regulated services under VARA’s stringent tier-one digital asset rules.

Chehade views the Operational MVP License issued by VARA as a significant leap towards a future with regulated, secure, and user-focused digital asset services.

He asserts Binance’s commitment to remain a key player in Dubai’s digital asset ecosystem, in line with the local government’s regulations.

Challenges, Regulatory Scrutiny, and Compliance

As the cryptocurrency market expands, it’s overcoming obstacles like the “crypto winter” that witnessed the downfall of multiple key platforms. Regulatory focus on cryptocurrency exchanges like Binance has heightened due to allegations of securities law violations and misuse of US customers’ funds.

However, Binance demonstrates its commitment to meet US regulations and is prepared to settle investigations by paying penalties.

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