Three newly licensed entities under the Nest brand strengthen the exchange’s regulated presence in Abu Dhabi
Binance has received full authorization from Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to operate a complete market framework covering exchange, clearing, and brokerage activities. The approval marks one of the exchange’s most comprehensive regulatory achievements and reinforces the region’s growing status as a hub for financial innovation.
According to the announcement, Binance’s operations in Abu Dhabi will be organized into three regulated entities under the Nest brand, a structure designed to mirror traditional financial market architecture. This setup enables the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) to supervise each component independently, ensuring strong oversight across all trading and settlement functions.
Nest Exchange has been licensed as a Recognized Investment Exchange, granting it the ability to offer both spot and derivatives markets. Meanwhile, Nest Clearing and Custody has been approved as a Recognized Clearing House, with additional permissions for custody and central securities depository functions. This provides regulators with visibility into clearing processes, settlement cycles and the safeguarding of assets. The third entity, Nest Trading, has been authorized as a broker-dealer, covering OTC and off-exchange activity.
While the Nest brand structures these operations locally, all three entities remain fully controlled by Binance. This allows Binance.com to operate in Abu Dhabi through a regulated infrastructure that aligns with global market-structure standards.
Binance’s leadership emphasized that the approval demonstrates a commitment to compliance, transparency and user protection. ADGM officials highlighted that the exchange’s expansion underscores Abu Dhabi’s ambition to position itself as a leading center for financial technology and sustainable economic growth.
Regulators did not comment on whether Binance may consider locating a global headquarters in Abu Dhabi, but the licensing marks a significant step in deepening its long-term presence in the region.
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