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DFSA Sets Out Clear Expectations on Fitness and Propriety Assessments

Dec 19, 2025

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DFSA Sets Out Clear Expectations on Fitness and Propriety Assessments

Policy Statement issued on 15 December 2025 clarifying how the DFSA assesses integrity, competence, and financial soundness under GEN Rule 7.6.5

Bhumika Arora

DFSA Issues Supervisory Guidelines on Crypto Token Suitability Assessments

Dec 18, 2025

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DFSA Issues Supervisory Guidelines on Crypto Token Suitability Assessments

A closer look at the DFSA’s expectations under GEN Rule 3A.2.1 and what firms must now demonstrate before using Crypto Tokens in DIFC-regulated activities⸻

Bhumika Arora

CP165 Finalised — DFSA Retains Licensed Functions, Expands Conduct & Review Obligations

Dec 17, 2025

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CP165 Finalised — DFSA Retains Licensed Functions, Expands Conduct & Review Obligations

Effective from 1 July 2026 | Six-month transition period

Bhumika Arora

UAE Tightens the Net: AML/CFT Reforms Meet a New Era of Commercial Gaming Regulation

Dec 16, 2025

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UAE Tightens the Net: AML/CFT Reforms Meet a New Era of Commercial Gaming Regulation

From risk-based financial crime controls to GLI-driven gaming standards, the UAE reinforces its commitment to transparency, integrity, and responsible growth

Bhumika Arora

The Consumer Protection Framework in ADGM: What Retailers & Consumers Must Know

Dec 12, 2025

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The Consumer Protection Framework in ADGM: What Retailers & Consumers Must Know

Insights from the ADGM Consumer Protection Regulations 2025 — Ensuring Fair, Safe & Transparent Retail Practices

Bhumika Arora