Mantra Finance Obtains Dubai VASP License to Expand Asset Tokenization Services

Mantra Finance has received a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from Dubai's digital asset regulator, supporting its focus on compliance and innovation in decentralized finance.

Key points include:

  • Expansion plans in the Middle East with a focus on real-world asset tokenization
  • CEO John Patrick Mullin commended Dubai for its comprehensive virtual asset framework
  • The license allows Mantra to offer DeFi products connecting decentralized and traditional finance for institutional and qualified investors
  • Initial focus on large-scale tokenization for institutional clients, with future plans for retail investor access
  • Collaborations with UAE firms like Damac and Zand to bring billions in assets on-chain
  • Future announcements on new asset tokenization projects across various sectors
  • Partnership with DAMAC Group for token-based financing of real-world assets worth over $1 billion

Market performance shows the OM token trading at $7.60, with a 2% gain in the last 24 hours and over 100% increase in the past month. Trading volume rose by more than 70% recently, indicating active user engagement. The VASP license and expansion efforts may enhance the token’s accessibility and popularity in the region.