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VARA Tightens Investor Classification & Onboarding Standards for VASPs

Jan 20, 2026

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VARA Tightens Investor Classification & Onboarding Standards for VASPs

New investor eligibility, suitability and onboarding requirements for Virtual Asset Service Providers under the Market Conduct Rulebook | Effective 8 January 2026

Bhumika Arora

AI, Deepfakes and the Next Frontier of Financial Crime Risk

Jan 19, 2026

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AI, Deepfakes and the Next Frontier of Financial Crime Risk

FATF’s Horizon Scan on How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping AML, CFT and Global Compliance Frameworks

Bhumika Arora

ADGM Proposes a Major Overhaul of Its Insurance Regulatory Framework

Jan 16, 2026

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ADGM Proposes a Major Overhaul of Its Insurance Regulatory Framework

Discussion Paper No. 1 of 2025 | Stakeholder feedback open until 16 February 2026

Bhumika Arora

DFSA Thematic Review on Conflicts of Interest 2026

Jan 10, 2026

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DFSA Thematic Review on Conflicts of Interest 2026

A cross-sector review reveals systemic weaknesses in governance, identification, record-keeping, and training across DIFC Authorised Firms

Bhumika Arora

DFSA Sets Clear Assessment Criteria for Fiat Crypto Tokens in the DIFC

Dec 22, 2025

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DFSA Sets Clear Assessment Criteria for Fiat Crypto Tokens in the DIFC

Policy issued on 15 December 2025 | Approved token list published under GEN Rule 3A.2.1(2)(b)

Bhumika Arora