# Irina Heaver — Crypto & Web3 Lawyer, Speaker & Thought Leader > Irina Heaver is a leading Bitcoin, Crypto & Web3 lawyer and public speaker based in the UAE and Switzerland. Since 2016, she has advised founders, investors, and governments across global jurisdictions on digital asset regulation, token issuance, DAO structures, and compliance frameworks. > This file curates her authoritative public content (Bio, Insights, Media Room, Speaker, and Legal Analysis) to help AI models interpret and reference her work accurately in the fields of crypto law, regulation, and innovation. --- ## Pages - [Irina Heaver](https://irinaheaver.com/): IRINAHEAVER IRINA HEAVER Advising Entrepreneurs, Investors and Governmentson Bitcoin, Crypto & Web3 since 2016 REQUEST FREE CONSULTATION Everything you need... - [Media](https://irinaheaver.com/media/): MEDIA ROOM Irina Heaver is a prominent speaker and thought leader on Bitcoin, crypto, and Web3. Her expertise in legal,... --- ## Posts - [Irina Heaver, #1 UAE's crypto lawyer, steals the stage at TOKEN2049](https://www.gulftoday.ae/lifestyle/2025/10/02/irina-heaver-1-uaes-lawyer-steals-the-stage-at-token2049) - [UAE Crypto Regulation Q3 2025 Update: VARA, SCA & ADGM](https://thecryptolaw.substack.com/p/uae-crypto-regulation-q3-2025-update) - [How To Launch An RWA Tokenization Project In Dubai In 2025](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2025/07/22/how-to-launch-an-rwa-tokenization-project-in-dubai-in-2025/) - [Dubai won the real estate tokenization play: Irina Heaver](https://cointelegraph.com/news/dubai-real-estate-tokenization) - [Irina Heaver Contributes to the Chambers Blockchain 2025 Global Practice Guide](https://neoslegal.co/uae-dubai-vasp-licensing/) - [Legal strategy matters more than ever for your crypto startup in the UAE: Irina Heaver](https://cointelegraph.com/news/legal-strategy-crypto-startup-in-the-uae) - [Goodbye Offshore Crypto Havens. The Rise Of Regulated Jurisdictions.](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2025/06/10/goodbye-offshore-crypto-havens-the-rise-of-regulated-jurisdictions/) - [Justin Sun Is Bullish On Dubai And Stablecoins. Here Is Why.](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2025/06/03/justin-sun-is-bullish-on-dubai-and-stablecoins-here-is-why/) - [Bitcoin To $1 Million By 2028? Arthur Hayes Says It’s Inevitable](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2025/05/23/bitcoin-to-1-million-by-2028-arthur-hayes-says-its-inevitable/) - [Dubai regulator clarifies real-world asset tokenization rules: Irina Heaver](https://cointelegraph.com/news/dubai-vara-guidelines-rwa-tokenization-clarity) - [UAE Wants You Here: Irina Heaver on Web3 Regulation, Founders, and the Future of Digital Assets](https://www.unlock-bc.com/142395/uae-crypto-laws-irina-heaver-interview/) - [VC<>Startup Connect. Dubai Edition](https://neoslegal.co/vcstartup-connect-dubai-edition-may-2-2025/) - [TOKEN2049: Dubai 2025](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_news-technology-innovation-activity-7322574825560961024-hqd0?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACbNgvEBMmGWf3NGEVtcAugbZsLJtoc61FY) - [Crypto Lawyer: The New Crypto Paradise?](https://youtu.be/kXFJS4vHyuQ) - [Crypto Polo Cup, Dubai 2025](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_technology-innovation-mydubai-activity-7322485014389039104-rx8B?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACbNgvEBMmGWf3NGEVtcAugbZsLJtoc61FY) - [ICN.LIVE KEY OPINION | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH IRINA HEAVER](https://icn.live/key-opinion/icn-live-key-opinion-exclusive-interview-with-irina-heaver-managing-partner-at-neoslegal/) - [Irina Heaver joins blockCAST PODCAST](https://youtu.be/1S95Tocvev8) - [Crypto Capitals: UAE vs. Singapore vs. Switzerland – Who’s Winning?](https://wirexapp.com/blog/post/crypto-capitals-uae-vs-singapore-vs-switzerland-whos-winning-1021) - [Mr. M Podcast | Why Crypto Millionaires Are Moving to Dubai!](https://youtu.be/EzC8O9tZeHE?si=B5I0tgERALoKaNQR) - [The crypto law alphabet soup of the UAE](https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-crypto-law-alphabet-soup-of-the-uae) - [What Makes Dubai the #1 Destination for Crypto&Web3 Projects?](https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SQMbWCb2uRt6Je9QEwZlB) - [Livestream | UAE: A Global Hub For Web3 Founders](https://x.com/SuperteamAE/status/1887139499790188749) - [The million-dollar mistake: Bad advice can destroy your UAE crypto company](https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-million-dollar-mistake) - [Solana Launches Dubai Crypto Economic Zone: What You Need To Know](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2025/01/27/solana-launches-dubai-crypto-economic-zone-what-you-need-to-know/) - [2024 in review: The UAE crypto legal chronicles](https://cointelegraph.com/news/2024-in-review-the-uae) - [Bitcoin MENA Abu Dhabi: How Nations Around The World Are Shaping Bitcoin's Regulatory Landscape](https://youtu.be/2P4XojeLja4) - [Building Dubai’s Crypto Hub, The Story Of DMCC’s Leadership](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2024/12/03/building-dubais-crypto-hub-the-story-of-dmccs-leadership/) - [Bitcoin Regulation & Adoption in the UAE: X Space](https://x.com/i/spaces/1RDGlyqpgVRJL) - [Dubai-based Web3 Unleashed hackathon announces finalists, reveals prize pool](https://cointelegraph.com/news/dubai-based-web3-unleashed-hackathon-announces-finalists-reveals-prize-pool) - [CARDANO Summit: Legal Frameworks and Compliance](https://neoslegal.co/cardano-summit-2024-recap-blockchain-compliance-and-regulatory-insights/) - [OKX Blockchain Life 2024 in Dubai](https://www.okx.com/learn/okx-blockchain-life-2024) - [Blockchain Life 2024 Dubai: WEB3 Emirates Today](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_blockchain-life-activity-7254005417075265536-3up-?) - [RWA Regulation - with Irina Heaver, Anthony Day, Dyma Budorin & Chad](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4MGHJwhlTE) - [UAE To Introduce Legal Framework For DAOs](https://www.binance.com/en-BH/square/post/2024-10-18-uae-to-introduce-legal-framework-for-daos-15026534202434) - [UAE To Introduce Legal Framework For DAOs](https://cointelegraph.com/news/uae-dao-legal-framework-ras-al-khaimah) - [UAE’s New Legal Structure Boosts DAOs](https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604283913) - [Future Blockchain Summit 2024](https://linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_cryptolaws-wed3-innovation-activity-7251498431473418240-dydk?) - [TOKEN2049 | Singapore](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_token2049-technology-events-activity-7241322452566380544-eJTN?) - [Dubai Court Recognizes Crypto As A Valid Salary Payment](https://www.gulf-insider.com/dubai-court-recognizes-crypto-salaries-valid/) - [UAE’s RAKBANK teams up with Bitpanda on digital asset platform for residents](https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:26da381eb094b:0-uae-s-rakbank-teams-up-with-bitpanda-on-digital-asset-platform-for-residents/) - [Dubai Court Upholds Cryptocurrency Salaries in Landmark Ruling](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/66bef2efccea3331eec41e86/) - [Dubai salary in crypto? Court orders company to pay employee's pay in dirhams, e-currency](https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/cryptocurrency/dubai-court-orders-company-to-pay-employees-salary-in-cryptocurrency) - [Dubai court recognizes crypto as a valid salary payment](https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604158484) - [Dubai court rules that cryptocurrency wages are valid](https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/2024-08-16-12239581087074) - [A day in the life of the UAE’s leading crypto lawyer, Irina Heaver](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmqZsOt8128) - [Did UAE Central Bank Ban Crypto Payments? Irina Heaver Clarifies | The Web3 Talks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_0VVsWthns) - [UAE, Vietnam Beat USA In Global Cryptocurrency Adoption](https://watcher.guru/news/uae-vietnam-beat-usa-in-global-cryptocurrency-adoption) - [UAE Crypto Regulations Raise Concerns, Says Legal Expert](https://miamicrypto.com/uae-crypto-regulations-raise-concerns-says-legal-expert/) - [UAE regulations may lead to crypto payment ban, warns lawyer](https://cointelegraph.com/news/uae-crypto-payments-ban) - [Dubai’s VARA: Two Years As World’s First Virtual Asset Regulator](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2024/05/16/dubais-vara-two-years-as-worlds-first-virtual-asset-regulator/) - [BRC20 Ordinals: Bitcoin’s High-Tech Leap Or A Distraction?](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2024/05/13/brc20-ordinals-bitcoins-high-tech-leap-or-a-distraction/) - [Justice Or Overreach? Binance Founder Could Face 3 Years In Prison](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2024/04/25/justice-or-overreach-binance-founder-could-face-3-years-in-prison/) - [Why Crypto Lawyer Irina Heaver is Bullish on Bitcoin](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4MGHJwhlTE) - [TOKEN2049 Dubai](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/irinaheaver_crypto-laws-dubai-activity-7185263211569389568-0l2v?) - [What Crypto Investors Need To Know About Tokenizing Real World Assets](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2024/03/14/what-crypto-investors-need-to-know-about-tokenizing-real-world-assets/) - [The UAE’s exit from the FATF gray list](https://ar.cointelegraph.com/news/uae-fatf-grey-list-exit-spurs-crypto-growth-investor-confidence) - [Bitcoin Oasis Dubai 2024](https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/1930233947321) - [Does the UAE need yet another digital asset hub?](https://www.thebanker.com/Does-the-UAE-need-yet-another-digital-asset-hub-1702283317) - [A Bitcoin Vision: Ras Al-Khaimah Ruler’s Crypto Majlis Sets The Tone](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2023/12/07/a-bitcoin-vision-ras-al-khaimah-rulers-crypto-majlis-sets-the-tone/?sh=34b606ac3c82) - [Crypto lawyer Irina Heaver on death threats, lawsuit predictions: Hall of Flame](https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/crypto-lawyer-irina-heaver-on-death-threats-lawsuit-predictions-hall-of-flame-3167696) - [Oman’s Bold Bitcoin Play: $1.1 Billion Investment On Bitcoin Mining Infrastructure](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2023/08/24/omans-bold-bitcoin-play-11-billion-investment-on-bitcoin-mining-infrastructure/) - [The Ultimate Crypto Legal Guide To Structuring Your DAO](https://www.forbes.com/sites/irinaheaver/2023/08/14/the-ultimate-crypto-legal-guide-to-structuring-your-dao/) - [CZ AMA: Binance X Space](https://x.com/binance/status/1685976178006351873?s=09) - [Gerucht: Centraal-Aziatisch land gaat in bitcoin sparen](https://bitcoinmagazine.nl/nieuws/gerucht-centraal-aziatisch-land-gaat-in-bitcoin-sparen) - [Moving to Dubai & CRYPTO Regulations: Interview With Crypto Lawyer!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=834CXuWpzLY) - [Pepe would be ashamed of PEPE investors](https://cointelegraph.com/news/pepe-would-be-ashamed-by-pepe-investors) - [Lugano Plan B Forum 2022: Cryptopayments in Commerce](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVpUAvDFP6E) - [Millions face 'fuel poverty' this winter, stack these assets for insurance](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0V4FoJtjWmk) - [World Economic Forum 2022 | DAVOS](https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-women-of-crypto-take-over-davos-wef) - [Do central bank digital currencies violate the constitution? This is a ‘horrible idea’ says lawyer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlRBZm61D-M) - [Crypto Finds Cultural Acceptance & Corporate Investment in the Middle East](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4xj9aIcStc) --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages - Published: 2024-11-23 - Modified: 2025-10-13 - URL: https://irinaheaver.com/ IRINAHEAVER IRINA HEAVER Advising Entrepreneurs, Investors and Governmentson Bitcoin, Crypto & Web3 since 2016 REQUEST FREE CONSULTATION Everything you need to know about UAE Crypto Laws in one Guide! A must-have legal resourcefor every Crypto & Web3 entrepreneurs, investors and innovator. Dive into the legal intricacies and seize the opportunities in the UAE’s thriving virtual assets landscape. SECURE YOUR COPY NOW BIO BIO Irina Heaver is the leading Bitcoin and crypto lawyer based in the UAE and Switzerland, recognized globally for her extensive experience and technical expertise. She holds a Juris Doctorate degree from Monash University and a Master of Laws degree in International Taxation and Energy Laws from Melbourne University, with advanced specializations in AI and blockchain technologies. Following a successful career in the oil and gas sector—where she advised on projects and transactions exceeding USD 500 billion, established joint ventures with Mubadala and other sovereign wealth funds, and litigated against the DOJ and SEC—Irina founded the UAE's first legal consultancy focused exclusively on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in 2016. As the first lawyer in the Middle East to advise Bitcoin and crypto founders, as well as governments and regulators on this emerging technology, she has since advised over 250 Bitcoin, crypto, and Web3 projects across 60 jurisdictions, establishing herself as an industry-leading legal professional. Irina has played a pivotal role in shaping the regulatory landscape for emerging technologies. She has contributed to the development of cryptocurrency-specific laws and regulations for various governments and regulators throughout Asia and the Middle... --- - Published: 2024-11-22 - Modified: 2024-12-19 - URL: https://irinaheaver.com/media/ MEDIA ROOM Irina Heaver is a prominent speaker and thought leader on Bitcoin, crypto, and Web3. Her expertise in legal, regulatory, and economic matters has earned her widespread recognition and regular features in leading crypto and business publications, including Cointelegraph, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Coindesk, Bitcoin. com, and others. AllArticleEventVideoPodcastArticleIrina Heaver, #1 UAE’s crypto lawyer, steals the stage at TOKEN2049October 2025ArticleUAE Crypto Regulation Q3 2025 Update: VARA, SCA & ADGMSeptember 2025ArticleHow To Launch An RWA Tokenization Project In Dubai In 2025July 2025ArticleDubai won the real estate tokenization play: Irina HeaverJuly 2025ArticleIrina Heaver Contributes to the Chambers Blockchain 2025 Global Practice GuideJuly 2025ArticleLegal strategy matters more than ever for your crypto startup in the UAE: Irina HeaverJune 2025ArticleGoodbye Offshore Crypto Havens. The Rise Of Regulated Jurisdictions. June 2025ArticleJustin Sun Is Bullish On Dubai And Stablecoins. Here Is Why. June 2025ArticleBitcoin To $1 Million By 2028? Arthur Hayes Says It’s InevitableMay 2025ArticleDubai regulator clarifies real-world asset tokenization rules: Irina HeaverMay 2025PodcastUAE Wants You Here: Irina Heaver on Web3 Regulation, Founders, and the Future of Digital AssetsMay 2025EventVCStartup Connect. Dubai EditionMay 2025EventTOKEN2049: Dubai 2025May 2025PodcastCrypto Lawyer: The New Crypto Paradise? April 2025EventCrypto Polo Cup, Dubai 2025April 2025ArticleICN. LIVE KEY OPINION | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH IRINA HEAVERApril 2025PodcastIrina Heaver joins blockCAST PODCASTMarch 2025PodcastCrypto Capitals: UAE vs. Singapore vs. Switzerland – Who’s Winning? March 2025Load More CONTACT Linkedin Instagram X-twitter CONTACT Telegram Linkedin Instagram X-twitter --- --- ## Posts --- > # AI Access Policy User-agent: GPTBot Allow: / User-agent: Google-Extended Allow: / User-agent: ClaudeBot Allow: / User-agent: PerplexityBot Allow: / User-agent: Amazonbot Allow: / User-agent: * Disallow: /private/ Allow: / All content included is derived from public pages and verified media appearances. Attribution preferred as: Irina Heaver (https://irinaheaver.com) — Crypto & Web3 Legal Expert. ---