UAE Issues New Comprehensive Law Regulating DeFi and Web3
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has just issued a new law to comprehensively regulate DeFi, Web3 protocols, infrastructure providers, custodians, and payments, under the supervision of the central bank. Organizations must comply by September 2026, aiming to create a clear legal framework to promote safe innovation. At the same time, Polymarket has received approval from the CFTC to operate a fully regulated trading platform in the US, marking a step forward after last year's FBI investigation. Venture capital investment in crypto reached $4.65 billion in Q3 2025 – the second-highest level since 2022 – with large rounds from Revolut ($1 billion), Kraken ($500 million), and Erebor Bank ($250 million). Strong interest from organizations focused on DeFi, infrastructure, and stablecoins signals new capital flows into the market.
