Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and Securitize Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Regulated Tokenised Markets

Securitize and VARA agree to collaborate on developing Dubai’s regulated tokenised markets, focusing on ecosystem growth, regulation and institutional adoption.

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Securitize (SECZ) and Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on September 3, 2026 to advance regulated tokenised financial markets and digital asset infrastructure in Dubai.

The MoU creates a framework for collaboration on knowledge sharing, ecosystem development and regulatory engagement. VARA and Securitize will explore tokenisation initiatives within Dubai, including projects initiated or facilitated by VARA and the broader virtual asset ecosystem. The partnership also focuses on talent attraction, market education and data-driven research to support the evolution of tokenised financial products within Dubai's regulatory framework and reinforce Dubai's positioning as a leading global centre for capital markets.

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Key Figures

Announcement date: Sept. 3, 2026

Announcement date

Sept. 3, 2026

VARA-Securitize MoU announcement

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Sep 02

5 events

1. Sep 02

   Tokenized equity partnership

   24h Move

   +3.8%

   Announced regulated tokenized equity offerings with Socios.com for professional sports teams.

2. Aug 18

   Tokenized fund launch

   24h Move

   +9.4%

   Launched tokenized high-income fixed-income fund with Neuberger for eligible investors.

3. Aug 12

   Second-quarter earnings

   24h Move

   -27.7%

   Reported lower revenue, widened losses, and stronger tokenized AUM and transaction volume.

4. Jul 31

   Earnings call scheduling

   24h Move

   +4.0%

   Scheduled second-quarter results release and conference call for August 12 and 13.

5. Jul 27

   Investment adviser registration

   24h Move

   -7.9%

   Received SEC registration as investment adviser, expanding regulated platform capabilities.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

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memorandum of understanding regulatory

"signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the continued advancement"

A memorandum of understanding (MOU) is a formal agreement between two or more parties that outlines their shared intentions and plans to work together. It acts like a handshake in writing, clarifying each side’s roles and expectations before any official contract is signed. For investors, an MOU signals that parties are serious about collaboration, which can influence future business opportunities and potential growth.

tokenisation technical

"advance tokenisation and digital asset infrastructure across the Emirate of Dubai"

Tokenisation is the process of turning ownership rights in an asset—like real estate, shares, or debt—into digital tokens that can be bought, sold, or traded electronically. For investors it matters because it can make large or illiquid assets easier to split into smaller pieces, speed up transactions and settlement, and widen who can participate, though it also brings technology and regulatory risks to consider.

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Collaboration will support regulated tokenisation initiatives, strengthen Dubai's virtual asset ecosystem, foster institutional participation and advance digital asset research and talent development.

DUBAI, UAE and MIAMI, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), and Securitize Corp. ("Securitize") (NYSE: SECZ), the world's leading institutional tokenisation platform, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the continued advancement of tokenisation and digital asset infrastructure across the Emirate of Dubai.

The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration that supports Dubai's ambition to become the leading global jurisdiction for regulated tokenised financial markets and digital financial infrastructure. Through knowledge sharing, ecosystem development and regulatory engagement, VARA and Securitize will work together to advance responsible innovation in tokenisation, giving licensed market participants access to Securitize's global expertise while maintaining high standards of market integrity and investor protection.

Under the MoU, VARA and Securitize will explore opportunities to support tokenisation initiatives within Dubai, including projects initiated or facilitated by VARA and the broader virtual asset ecosystem. The collaboration also includes initiatives focused on ecosystem development, talent attraction, market education, data-driven research, and the evolution of tokenised financial products operating within Dubai's regulatory framework.

"Dubai has established itself as one of the world's most forward-looking jurisdictions for digital asset innovation," said Carlos Domingo, Co-Founder and CEO of Securitize. "As tokenisation moves from concept to mainstream financial infrastructure, collaboration between regulators and industry becomes increasingly important. We're proud to support VARA's vision of building a trusted, well-regulated digital asset ecosystem that enables responsible innovation while helping bring capital markets onchain."

Matthew White, VARA CEO said, "Dubai's ambition is to ensure the future of financial markets will be shaped not only by new technologies, but by the regulatory frameworks and market infrastructure that give institutions the confidence to adopt them. Through our collaboration with Securitize we are supporting the development of regulated tokenised markets and reinforcing Dubai's position as a leading global centre for capital markets."

As financial institutions worldwide explore tokenisation to modernise capital markets, jurisdictions that combine regulatory certainty with institutional-grade infrastructure will be best positioned to support this evolution.

About VARA
Established in March 2022, following the effect of Law No. 4 of 2022, VARA is the competent entity in charge of regulating, supervising, and overseeing VAs and VA Activities in all commercial zones across the Emirate of Dubai, including Special Development Zones and Free Zones but excluding the Dubai International Financial Centre. VARA plays a central role in creating Dubai's advanced legal framework to protect investors and establish international standards for Virtual Asset industry governance, while supporting the vision for a borderless economy.

About Securitize
Securitize (NYSE: SECZ), the leading platform for tokenized assets with approximately $5B in AUM (as of August 2026), is bringing the world onchain through tokenized funds in partnership with top-tier asset managers such as Apollo, BlackRock, BNY, Hamilton Lane, KKR, VanEck and others. It is the only company operating regulated digital-securities infrastructure in both the U.S. and EU, and has been named to the Forbes 2026 Fintech 50 and CNBC World's Top Fintech Companies 2026 lists.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including statements regarding Securitize Corp.'s ("Securitize") future results of operations and financial position, business strategy, and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "potential," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. These statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties.

Many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to: regulatory developments relating to digital assets and tokenisation; market volatility; competition; and those risks factors described in the filings of Securitize Corp.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Securitize Corp. does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Contacts

Tom Murphy
press@securitize.io

Sam Ross
investor.relations@securitize.io

Source: Securitize (NYSE: SECZ)

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What did Securitize (SECZ) and Dubai VARA announce on September 3, 2026?

Securitize and Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority announced a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on advancing tokenisation and digital asset infrastructure in Dubai, with a focus on regulated tokenised financial markets and institutional-grade digital financial infrastructure.

What is the main goal of the VARA and Securitize (SECZ) MoU on tokenised markets?

The MoU aims to support Dubai's ambition to become a leading global jurisdiction for regulated tokenised financial markets by enabling responsible innovation, developing digital asset infrastructure and giving licensed market participants access to Securitize's global tokenisation expertise within Dubai's regulatory framework.

Which areas of collaboration are included in the VARA–Securitize (SECZ) memorandum of understanding?

The collaboration covers knowledge sharing, ecosystem development, regulatory engagement, support for tokenisation initiatives, talent attraction, market education and data-driven research, as well as the evolution of tokenised financial products operating under Dubai's virtual asset regulatory framework.

How does the VARA and Securitize (SECZ) partnership support Dubai’s virtual asset ecosystem?

The partnership supports Dubai’s virtual asset ecosystem by exploring tokenisation projects linked to VARA and the wider market, promoting talent and education, and helping develop regulated tokenised products, which the company says will strengthen institutional confidence in adopting onchain capital markets.

Why is the MoU between VARA and Securitize (SECZ) important for institutional tokenisation?

The MoU is important because it links a regulator and an institutional tokenisation platform to advance “responsible innovation.” The company states this combination of regulatory certainty and institutional-grade infrastructure can help financial institutions bring more capital markets activity onchain.