Central Bank of the UAE regulator
Overview
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) is the nation's central bank and primary regulator of the financial system, responsible for monetary policy, currency issuance, and banking supervision. In the crypto/DeFi domain, it sets the regulatory framework for virtual assets and payment tokens, including licensing requirements for virtual asset service providers operating in the UAE.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Central Bank of the UAE connects to 3 tracked entities, most strongly to United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates, Phoenix Group.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 3 of 3 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
governs | United Arab Emirates | 93% |
headquartered_in | United Arab Emirates | 85% |
regulated_by | Phoenix Group | 84% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Central Bank of the UAE?
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) is the nation's central bank and primary regulator of the financial system, responsible for monetary policy, currency issuance, and banking supervision.
What is the CBUAE's role in crypto regulation?
In the crypto/DeFi domain, the CBUAE sets the regulatory framework for virtual assets and payment tokens, including licensing requirements for virtual asset service providers operating in the UAE.
Which entity is regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE?
Phoenix Group is regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE.