Dubai’s VARA Tightens the Screws on Crypto Leverage—New Rulebook Drops Amid Market Frenzy

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2025-05-19 09:33:56

VARA Fortifies Controls on Crypto Margin Trading in Dubai, Refreshes Rulebook

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) just slammed the brakes on reckless margin trading—updating its rulebook with stricter capital requirements and leverage caps. Because nothing says ’mature market’ like forcing degens to trade with actual risk management.

The move comes as crypto volumes hit record highs, with retail traders chasing pumps on 100x leverage. VARA’s update targets exchanges operating in the emirate, mandating real-time monitoring and client suitability checks. Because apparently, ’DYOR’ wasn’t cutting it.

One hedge fund manager quipped: ’Finally, a regulator that understands crypto moves faster than their paperwork.’ The rules take effect immediately—just in time for the next market meltdown.

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