Enforcing Digital Asset Regulations: Interview with VARA’s Nicholas McNicholas

In this exclusive interview, Nicholas McNicholas, Head of Regulatory Affairs and Enforcement at the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), offers deep insights into the current state and future of digital asset regulation in Dubai. McNicholas discusses VARA’s enforcement priorities, how the Authority is building a robust framework to supervise Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), and the challenges of regulating fast-evolving blockchain technologies.

Tune in to learn more about:

- VARA's enforcement mechanisms and their role in maintaining market integrity.
- The recent MOU between VARA and SCA, which simplifies regulatory frameworks for VASPs across the UAE.
- The growing importance of real-world asset tokenization and blockchain adoption.
- How VARA is helping to foster innovation while ensuring compliance in Dubai’s virtual asset sector.

Whether you're a startup, investor, or industry professional, this interview provides essential insights into Dubai’s leadership in the blockchain and digital asset space.

Watch the full interview to explore how VARA is shaping the future of digital assets in Dubai.

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