Dubai
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Dubai regulator consults on changing Islamic finance framework
New framework will align regulatory requirements with broader national objectives, including the UAE Strategy for Islamic Finance and Halal Industry as well as Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33).
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Dubai regulator highlights compliance issues among fintech firms
A thematic review looked at capacity and resources, policies and procedures, examples of good practice, and advice on where improvements can be made.
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DFSA consults on new operational resilience framework
Proposals reflect established international approaches to operational resilience and will be familiar to Authorized Firms that are already subject to regimes in the UK and EU.
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Dubai regulator levies some of its heaviest fines yet
DFSA fines two firms for inadequate system controls, reporting failure and deceptive conduct.
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Dubai regulator tells firms to improve policies on managing conflicts of interest
Review reveals shortcomings including lack of clarity in existing policies, failure to carry self-assessment, and narrow scope on what counts as conflict of interest.
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DFSA makes Dubai firms responsible for assessing crypto token suitability
The Financial Services Authority wants to move responsibility onto firms, and has published guidelines on what criteria they should follow for determining token suitability.
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10 key considerations for fund managers in the UAE: DIFC vs ADGM
The best choice between DIFC and ADGM depends on the fund’s specific needs and strategic priorities.
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Scaling digital asset businesses in the UAE: A balanced guide to ADGM, DIFC, and VARA
Each of these jurisdictions offers distinct strengths—and limitations—depending on your firm’s activities, products, and client base.