Virtual Assets

Rasma Legal is a trusted advisor to businesses operating in the fast-evolving world of virtual assets, Web3, and blockchain technology.

With a proven track record and strong relationships with regulators such as VARA, CBUAE, and SCA, we help clients navigate the legal complexities of digital finance with confidence.

We serve a diverse clientele, including:
  • Venture capital and investment funds
  • Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs)
  • Technology companies and blockchain startups
  • Crypto exchanges and digital marketplaces

Strategic Legal Guidance for Virtual Assets

Our process begins with a detailed assessment of your business model to determine the appropriate category of virtual asset activities. We provide tailored legal counsel on:

  • Jurisdiction selection and regulatory strategy
  • Licensing and authorization pathways
  • Regulatory business plans and AML/CFT policies
  • Corporate governance frameworks and outsourcing arrangements

We ensure full compliance with UAE regulations while aligning your operations with global best practices.

Licensing & Compliance Support

Rasma Legal assists clients in obtaining approvals and licenses for a wide range of digital asset services, including:

  • Payment Token Services
  • Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs)
  • Tokenization & Smart Contracts
  • Broker-Dealer Services
  • Lending & Borrowing Platforms
  • Digital Asset Management & Investment
  • Transfer & Settlement Services
  • Issuance & Exchange Operations
  • Custody & Wallet Services

Our legal team anticipates regulatory challenges and proactively addresses them — helping you launch and scale with confidence.

Recognized Leadership

Mazen Rasamny, our founding partner, was honored as the “Finest and Leading Middle East Lawyer of the Year in Digital Assets” by Legal Era — a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in this space.