June '26

DFSA Raises the Bar on Personal Account Dealing Oversight

Jun 30, 2026

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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.

Bhumika Arora

DIFC Proposes AI-Focused Overhaul of its Data Protection Regulations

Jun 19, 2026

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2 min read

DIFC Proposes AI-Focused Overhaul of its Data Protection Regulations

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

Bhumika Arora

VARA Raises the Bar on AML/CFT Business Risk Assessments for VASPs

Jun 16, 2026

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2 min read

VARA Raises the Bar on AML/CFT Business Risk Assessments for VASPs

2026 thematic review highlights stronger expectations around governance, data-driven risk scoring, proliferation financing and virtual asset-specific risk assessments.

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DIFC Proposes Major Overhaul of Its Arbitration Framework

Jun 15, 2026

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DIFC Proposes Major Overhaul of Its Arbitration Framework

Consultation open until 6 July 2026 on proposed Arbitration and Mediation Law aimed at aligning DIFC with modern global dispute resolution practices.

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ADGM RA Flags Recurring AML/TFS Weaknesses Across DNFBPs Following 2025 Onsite Assessments

Jun 10, 2026

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2 min read

ADGM RA Flags Recurring AML/TFS Weaknesses Across DNFBPs Following 2025 Onsite Assessments

DNFBPs urged to complete self-assessments and remediation reviews within three months as the regulator shifts focus from policy documentation to operational effectiveness.

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DFSA Updates Rulebook to Strengthen Governance, Risk Management and Prudential Standards

Jun 9, 2026

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DFSA Updates Rulebook to Strengthen Governance, Risk Management and Prudential Standards

New requirements on risk appetite, internal audit, credit classification and emerging risks take effect from 1 January 2027 following Rulemaking Instruments issued on 11 May 2026.

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ADGM FSRA Strengthens AML Framework: What Firms Need to Know

Jun 8, 2026

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2 min read

ADGM FSRA Strengthens AML Framework: What Firms Need to Know

Amendments align the ADGM regime with updated UAE legislation, FATF standards, and evolving financial crime risks.

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June '26

DFSA Raises the Bar on Personal Account Dealing Oversight

DIFC Proposes AI-Focused Overhaul of its Data Protection Regulations

VARA Raises the Bar on AML/CFT Business Risk Assessments for VASPs

DIFC Proposes Major Overhaul of Its Arbitration Framework

ADGM RA Flags Recurring AML/TFS Weaknesses Across DNFBPs Following 2025 Onsite Assessments

DFSA Updates Rulebook to Strengthen Governance, Risk Management and Prudential Standards

ADGM FSRA Strengthens AML Framework: What Firms Need to Know

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