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ADGM Proposes Major Changes to Transfer Schemes: A More Proportionate Approach to Business Transfers

Jul 28, 2026

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2 min read

ADGM Proposes Major Changes to Transfer Schemes: A More Proportionate Approach to Business Transfers

Proposed reforms simplify business transfers while strengthening regulatory safeguards. Consultation closes 21 September 2026.

FATF’s 2026 Virtual Asset Update: Progress Continues, But Global AML Gaps Remain

Jul 24, 2026

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FATF’s 2026 Virtual Asset Update: Progress Continues, But Global AML Gaps Remain

FATF highlights stronger adoption of AML/CFT standards for virtual assets, while warning that supervision, enforcement and emerging technologies continue to challenge regulators worldwide.

Information Sharing to Combat Illicit Finance: FATF Global Overview

Jul 22, 2026

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Information Sharing to Combat Illicit Finance: FATF Global Overview

FATF’s 2026 report highlights how Public Private Partnerships are transforming AML and CFT frameworks through intelligence sharing, cross sector collaboration and real time financial crime detection.

DFSA Consultation Paper No. 174: Refining Digital Asset Rules, CRA Requirements, and Regulatory Reporting

Jul 9, 2026

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DFSA Consultation Paper No. 174: Refining Digital Asset Rules, CRA Requirements, and Regulatory Reporting

The DFSA has proposed amendments to its Rulebook covering Crypto Tokens, Investment Tokens, Credit Rating Agencies, and reporting requirements. Public comments are open until 24 August 2026.

DFSA Proposes Major Enhancements to the DIFC Collective Investment Fund Framework

Jul 8, 2026

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2 min read

DFSA Proposes Major Enhancements to the DIFC Collective Investment Fund Framework

Consultation open until 7 September 2026 | A risk-based approach to modernising fund regulation, supporting innovation, efficiency, and growth in DIFC’s asset management sector

ADGM Introduces Enhanced Information Requirements for Annual Accounts Filing

Jul 8, 2026

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ADGM Introduces Enhanced Information Requirements for Annual Accounts Filing

Additional structured data requirements to take effect from July 2026

ADGM Overhauls Commercial Rules with Major 2026 Legislative Amendments

Jul 2, 2026

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ADGM Overhauls Commercial Rules with Major 2026 Legislative Amendments

New rules introduce stricter beneficial ownership reporting, Supplementary Operating Addresses, enhanced LLP governance, and tougher standards for professional service providers.

DFSA Raises the Bar on Personal Account Dealing Oversight

Jun 30, 2026

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3 min read

DFSA Raises the Bar on Personal Account Dealing Oversight

New supervisory findings highlight the need for stronger governance, independent monitoring and more effective controls over employee trading in DIFC brokerage firms.

DIFC Proposes AI-Focused Overhaul of its Data Protection Regulations

Jun 19, 2026

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DIFC Proposes AI-Focused Overhaul of its Data Protection Regulations

Consultation open until 18 July 2026 | New rules expected by September 2026

ADGM ML/TF Risk Assessment 2026: Stability in Risk, Precision in Supervision

May 6, 2026

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ADGM ML/TF Risk Assessment 2026: Stability in Risk, Precision in Supervision

ADGM’s 2026 assessment of Legal Persons and Arrangements confirms stable ML/TF risk levels, introduces a five-point risk scale, and strengthens focus on ownership transparency and CSP-led supervision (as of March 2026)

ADGM Tightens Commercial Framework with 2026 Legislative Amendments

May 5, 2026

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ADGM Tightens Commercial Framework with 2026 Legislative Amendments

RA introduces stricter transparency, licensing standards, and enforcement measures | Effective April 2026

DIFC Proposes Open-Access Prescribed Company Regime

May 1, 2026

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DIFC Proposes Open-Access Prescribed Company Regime

Consultation Paper No. 1 of 2026 | Published: 30 April 2026 | Comments open until 2 June 2026

ADGM FSRA Tightens Insurance Framework and Introduces Climate Risk Mandate

Apr 30, 2026

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ADGM FSRA Tightens Insurance Framework and Introduces Climate Risk Mandate

From IFRS 17 integration to mandatory climate risk management — key regulatory enhancements effective 27 April 2026

UAE Clarifies the Role of Compliance Officers and MLROs

Apr 28, 2026

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UAE Clarifies the Role of Compliance Officers and MLROs

Unified AML/CFT/CPF guidance sets clear expectations on governance, independence and accountability

Business Risk Assessments in ADGM: More Than a Compliance Exercise

Apr 21, 2026

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Business Risk Assessments in ADGM: More Than a Compliance Exercise

FSRA Guidance Reinforces BRA as the Core of AML Frameworks

DFSA Flags Critical Gaps in Fintech Compliance Frameworks

Apr 13, 2026

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DFSA Flags Critical Gaps in Fintech Compliance Frameworks

April 2026 Thematic Review highlights governance, independence, and resource challenges across DIFC fintech firms

DFSA Introduces Strategic Regulatory Relief Framework for DIFC Firms

Apr 10, 2026

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DFSA Introduces Strategic Regulatory Relief Framework for DIFC Firms

A temporary, risk-based framework offering operational flexibility while maintaining regulatory integrity

DFSA Consultation Paper 171: Miscellaneous Rulebook Changes

Mar 31, 2026

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DFSA Consultation Paper 171: Miscellaneous Rulebook Changes

Consultation Paper No. 171 | Comments due by 27 April 2026

DFSA Operational Resilience Guidelines 2026

Mar 26, 2026

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DFSA Operational Resilience Guidelines 2026

From Identification to Impact Tolerance: What Firms Must Get Right Now

 ADGM Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Sector Thematic Review

Mar 24, 2026

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ADGM Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Sector Thematic Review

March 2026 - Thematic Review by ADGM Registration Authority highlights governance gaps, BO lapses, and evolving AML expectations

Stablecoins, Unhosted Wallets & P2P Transactions: Emerging AML Risks

Mar 17, 2026

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Stablecoins, Unhosted Wallets & P2P Transactions: Emerging AML Risks

FATF highlights the growing use of stablecoins in peer-to-peer transactions and the regulatory challenges posed by unhosted wallets.

FATF’s New Playbook on Asset Recovery

Mar 16, 2026

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FATF’s New Playbook on Asset Recovery

FATF releases Asset Recovery Guidance and Best Practices (4 November 2025), urging jurisdictions to prioritise confiscation of criminal proceeds and strengthen global recovery mechanisms.

Cyber-Enabled Fraud: Digitalisation and Global Financial Risks

Mar 6, 2026

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Cyber-Enabled Fraud: Digitalisation and Global Financial Risks

FATF Analysis – February 2026: Cyber-enabled fraud is emerging as a major global money-laundering risk as digitalisation accelerates financial crime.

DFSA’s AML FAQs 2026: Precision, Accountability & No Room for Assumptions

Mar 3, 2026

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DFSA’s AML FAQs 2026: Precision, Accountability & No Room for Assumptions

March 2026 FAQs on AML/CTF/CPF - Senior Management Accountability, Mandatory Articles of Association, Digital ID Guardrails & Expanded Audit Scope

DFSA Sets Regulatory Expectations Amid Regional Uncertainties

Mar 2, 2026

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4 min read

DFSA Sets Regulatory Expectations Amid Regional Uncertainties

DFSA Communication | Operational Resilience, Risk Monitoring & Mandatory Reporting Expectations | March 2026

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