Dubai's VARA grants the first cryptocurrency options license to Laser Digital while the US CFTC launches a spot trading initiative, underlining global strides in regulated digital asset markets.
Dubai has solidified its global leadership in crypto regulation as VARA approves the first cryptocurrency options license for Nomura-backed Laser Digital, enabling OTC options trading with strong AML and KYC safeguards. Concurrently, the US CFTC has initiated a listed spot trading program for direct cryptocurrency trades, aiming to integrate spot and futures under unified regulation.