The United Arab Emirates has been ranked among the world’s most advanced digital-asset markets, according to the Global Digital Assets Report 2025 released by the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) in partnership with Arthur D. Little.
Unveiled during the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, the report credits the UAE’s progressive regulatory approach with setting new global benchmarks for innovation, investor protection, and market integrity. It highlights the country’s leadership in aligning digital-asset regulations with international standards and fostering a sustainable, well-governed financial ecosystem.
The study places the UAE alongside Singapore and Switzerland in regulatory maturity, citing the pivotal roles of Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and Abu Dhabi Global Market’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). Both agencies have introduced activity-based licensing systems that balance innovation with investor safeguards.
Across the region, similar frameworks are taking shape. Saudi Arabia’s Monetary Authority (SAMA) and Capital Market Authority (CMA) are developing regimes for tokenisation pilots and cross-border payment corridors. Meanwhile, Qatar’s Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA) is advancing rules for tokenised assets under existing financial legislation.
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