Komainu, 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).
Why Did Komainu Get a Dubai License?
Dubai has been actively engaged in attracting cryptocurrency enterprises to its region.
The UAE established VARA in March 2022, positioning itself as the world's first independent regulator dedicated to cryptocurrencies.
Other significant players, like Laser Digital, a digital asset subsidiary of Nomura, and Binance, the largest global cryptocurrency exchange, have also recently secured operational licenses from VARA.
VARA Regulatory Framework
VARA follows a four-phase licensing process: a provisional permit, preparatory and operating minimal viable product (MVP) licenses, and the final full market product (FMP) license.
Reaching this conclusive stage in VARA's licensing procedure enables the company to offer institutional staking and collateral management services in the region through its Komainu Connect platform, according to the company's statement.
Additionally, it is now authorized to provide custody services and custodial staking.