Yes, Crypto.com can be used to trade crypto in the UAE and operates under a clear regulatory framework. In March 2025, Crypto.com announced that its local entity had been issued a limited licence by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), extending its existing Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) authorisation in the region.
This approval allows Crypto.com to expand its licensed activities in the UAE, including the offering of crypto derivatives such as futures, perpetual swaps and CFDs, initially to eligible institutional clients, with qualified investors to follow.
Crypto.com’s UAE regulation also enables all Crypto.com retail users in the UAE to access USD fiat deposit and withdrawal rails via Standard Chartered. This milestone builds on Crypto.com’s earlier regulatory progress in Dubai, including receiving its VASP licence in November 2023, full operational approval in April 2024, and the launch of global retail services in August 2024.
Crypto.com has partnered with e& money to Expand Cryptocurrency Services in the UAE
Crypto.com has announced a new partnership with e& money, the fintech arm of global technology group e&, aimed at accelerating the development of the UAE’s rapidly growing crypto ecosystem through a series of platform integrations and shared services. Under the agreement, Crypto.com has been selected as a partner for cryptocurrency services, with the two firms exploring ways to embed digital-asset capabilities across their respective product offerings, subject to regulatory approval.
The initial focus of the collaboration will be on trade execution, with e& money assessing the use of Crypto.com’s crypto-as-a-service infrastructure to provide single-point access to deep global liquidity. This includes connectivity to the Crypto.com Exchange, which is one of the world’s largest USD-supporting cryptocurrency exchanges by spot trading volume. Beyond trading, the partners said they may also explore opportunities in custody and payments, as they look to expand the real-world use cases of digital assets in the UAE.
Crypto.com said the partnership aligns with its broader strategy of integrating cryptocurrencies into everyday financial activity. Eric Anziani, President and Chief Operating Officer of Crypto.com, said the company was focused on giving consumers more ways to access and use crypto safely, adding that e& money shares its vision for a secure and accessible digital commerce ecosystem.
From e& money’s perspective, the deal represents a step towards incorporating cryptocurrency-enabled services into its fast-growing financial super-app. Chief Executive Melike Kara Tanrikulu said the partnership could unlock faster settlements, programmable rewards and enhanced merchant experiences by leveraging Crypto.com’s institutional-grade market expertise, while maintaining a strong focus on trust and compliance.
The announcement also reflects the UAE’s supportive regulatory environment for digital assets. Alain Yacine, President of Middle East and Latin America at Crypto.com, said consumers in the region are highly engaged with crypto, while local regulators have helped create a framework that allows innovation to thrive in a safe and secure way.
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