D. Category 1 VA Issuance

This section of the Virtual Asset Issuance Rulebook has been amended to specify the license requirements for Category 1 virtual asset issuance. Firms must adhere to these updated requirements to maintain compliance.

What firms should do

Ensure that your licensing procedures align with the new Category 1 requirements.

Regulator: Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority
Type: Rulebook Amendment
Status: Enacted
Published: 14 Oct 2026
Topic: Virtual Assets
Impact: High

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