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UAE to introduce legal framework for DAOs

The United Arab Emirates is focusing on introducing a legal framework for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) in the Ras Al Khaimah Digital Asset Oasis (RAK DAO), a free economic zone dedicated to digital assets. Law firm NeosLegal and RAK DAO announced that the new system will be launched and discussed at the DAO Legal Clinic on October 25th. Irina Heaver, a partner at NeosLegal, said that the framework is expected to clarify how DAOs can remain legally compliant, and she believes this will have a significant impact on decentralized governance in the UAE and the wider Web3 ecosystem. The announcement emphasizes that the legal structure will clarify tax obligations and benefits. It will also establish property rights for on-chain and off-chain assets and provide legal protection for the founders, members, and contributors of the DAO from personal liability. The legal framework will also enable DAOs to enter into legally binding contracts and establish guidelines for resolving internal and external disputes.

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