Dubai, UAE – Navigating the legal landscape for cryptocurrency ventures in the United Arab Emirates just got easier.
NeosLegal, which describes itself as the UAE’s first crypto-native law firm, has launched the Founder’s Guide to UAE Crypto Laws.
This free resource is designed specifically for entrepreneurs looking to set up and grow their businesses in the region’s increasingly complex virtual asset space.
The comprehensive guide provides founders with practical legal clarity, covering everything from setting up entities and understanding licensing requirements to fundraising rules and navigating different regulatory authorities. The launch addresses a clear demand for such information, highlighted by the more than 2,700 founders who pre-registered to receive a copy.
The guide debuted during a policy and regulation event hosted by Solana’s Superteam in Dubai on April 14 and had its official launch at the VC<>Startup Connect event on May 2. The timing is particularly relevant as the UAE’s crypto ecosystem sees growing global interest and evolving regulatory frameworks.
For founders entering the market, understanding the mandates of multiple regulatory bodies – including the UAE Central Bank, Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), and Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) – is crucial. Written in plain, founder-friendly language, the guide aims to simplify this complexity.
Unlike static legal documents, this is a digital, living resource that will be updated in real time as new laws and regulations are introduced. It reflects the knowledge accumulated by NeosLegal over more than a decade of practice in crypto law and experience with over 300 Web3 projects.
Key topics covered in the guide include:
- Jurisdiction and entity structuring options for crypto projects
- VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) licensing requirements and compliance
- Legal frameworks for fundraising
- Overview of UAE venture capital hubs and financial free zones
- Tax, IP, and regulatory considerations for Web3 business models
- Expert commentary, checklists, and founder-focused tools
The guide also features contributions from various voices across the UAE crypto ecosystem, including regulators and investors.
Irina Heaver, Managing Partner at NeosLegal and a recognized crypto lawyer in the Middle East, leads the team behind the guide. With extensive experience, Heaver stated in the announcement, “Too many founders lose time and money navigating noise — wrong jurisdictions, missed VASP obligations, and unclear compliance paths… This guide cuts through it all, offering a living, practical resource built for real-world decisions.”
The Founder’s Guide to UAE Crypto Laws is available for free download online.
NeosLegal is a law firm based in the UAE that describes itself as crypto-native, focusing on the legal needs of the virtual asset and Web3 industry. With a team experienced in crypto law and numerous project engagements, the firm aims to provide practical guidance in the complex and evolving regulatory environment of the region.
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