Navigating the New UAE Insurance Brokers’ Regulation: Payments Direct to Insurance Companies

The insurance industry in the UAE is set to undergo a major transformation starting February 15, 2025. In response to…
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Regulatory Update January 2025 – ME Region

This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Findings from the 2024 Whistleblowing Thematic Review, ADGM reduces Commercial License Fees, SCA Drafts…
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The FSRA’s Growing Focus on AML: A Recent Penalty Underscores the Risks for Firms

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (“FSRA”) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) has recently issued a significant regulatory penalty,…
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Regulatory Update December 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – FSRA introduces a Regulatory Framework concerning Fiat-Referenced Tokens; UAE signs multiple MoUs with international bodies in…
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Cyber Security Awareness for Businesses and Employees: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls

In today’s digital world, cyber security is more than just an IT issue, it's a business-critical concern.
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Regulatory Update November 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – Dubai Financial Services Authority issues Dear SEO Letter 'Key Themes and findings from the Cyber Thematic…
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Regulatory Update October 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – DFSA Thematic Review on Complaints Handling Key Findings, DFSA publishes Thematic Review for Money Service Providers,…
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Navigating the new UAE insurance landscape

The Federal Decree-Law No. 48 of 20231 marks a significant overhaul of the UAE’s insurance regulatory framework, aligning it with…
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DFSA – Fixed Penalty Notice Regime

On 15 April 2024, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (‘DFSA’) introduced a new Fixed Penalty Notice (‘FPN’) regime.
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Structuring the compliance function

A well-structured compliance function is crucial for any financial institution, ensuring that it effectively meets regulatory requirements and protects its…
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Regulatory Compliance Updates September 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – Abu Dhabi Finance Week: Top Finance Leaders to Speak at 2024 Edition, New Initiatives for Wealth…
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Regulatory Compliance Updates August 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Consultation Paper on Client Assets Regime, DFSA and HKMA Co-host Climate Finance Conference, 100…
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Cyber risk management – resilience of information technology systems

In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) has emerged as the centre for technology and all related businesses. This,…
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Achieving a culture of compliance

Employee misconduct can have far-reaching consequences for both financial firms and the broader market, leading regulators to promote a "culture…
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Regulatory Compliance Updates July 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – DFSA Issues Dear SEO Letter on CIR Reporting Requirements, UAEFIU Publishes Updated Strategic Analysis Report, DFSA…
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Client classification in the ADGM – a comprehensive guide

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) Financial Services Regulatory Authority (“FSRA”) emphasises the importance of correctly categorising clients to ensure…
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Regulatory Compliance Updates June 2024 – ME Region

This edition includes – DFSA Issues Dear SEO Letter, ADGM RA Issues Consultation Paper, FATF Plenary Outcome.
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Anti-money laundering obligations for DNFBPs

Firms registered in the Dubai International Financial Centre ("DIFC") and the Abu Dhabi Global Market ("ADGM") as Designated Non-Financial Businesses…
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