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DFSA PIB Amendments: Key Changes and Impact from 1 July 2026
As previously highlighted in the Dubai Financial Services Authority’s (‘DFSA’) feedback statement on Consultation Paper No. 161, issued on 21…
June 22, 2026
Regulatory Updates May 2026 – APAC Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
June 17, 2026
Regulatory Update May 2026 – ME Region
This edition includes – DIFC Proposes Amendments to Prescribed Company Regulations, DFSA Publishes Amendments to Its Regulatory Framework, FSRA Finalises…
June 9, 2026
Regulatory Update May 2026 – US Region
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June 9, 2026
Hong Kong SFC Circular on Account Opening Controls: Key Compliance Measures for Chinese Mainland Investor Accounts
On 22 May 2026, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued an important circular titled “Expected controls for…
June 1, 2026
Preparing for the 2026 Qualified Client Threshold Increase: Why Advisers Are Acting Now
The SEC’s June 29, 2026 increase to the “qualified client” thresholds under Rule 205 3 is prompting advisers to review…
May 20, 2026
Do Representative Offices need to comply with the DIFC Data Protection Law?
In the course of our work, we occasionally encounter the view that the Dubai International Financial Centre (‘DIFC’) Data Protection…
May 20, 2026
MAS Advisory on AI-Driven Threats: Implications for Financial Institutions
As advanced AI systems gain the ability to autonomously discover and exploit vulnerabilities, MAS is urging financial institutions to strengthen…
May 18, 2026
Regulatory Update April 2026 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Summary of Consultation Paper 170, FSRA Implements Enhancements to Insurance Regulatory Framework, FSRA Issues…
May 14, 2026
MAS Circular: Supervisory Priorities for Capital Markets Entities in 2026/27
A comprehensive overview of MAS’s supervisory priorities for 2026/27 and what firms should prepare for in the year ahead.
May 11, 2026
Regulatory Updates April 2026 – APAC Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
May 8, 2026
Regulatory Update April 2026 – US Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with Waystone’s Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
May 6, 2026
What Recent DFSA Enforcement Activity Teaches Us About Brokerage Risk
Recent enforcement activity by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (‘DFSA’) serves as a timely reminder for firms operating in the…
April 29, 2026
SEC Proposes Amendments to Form PF Reporting Requirements: Next Steps for Advisers
On April 20, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), together with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, issued a notice…
April 22, 2026
Singapore Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Rebate for YA 2026 and Filing Deadlines
As companies close Financial Year 2025, it is essential to begin preparing for Corporate Income Tax (CIT) filing for the…
April 20, 2026
Regulatory Updates March 2026 – APAC Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
April 16, 2026
Regulatory Update March 2026 – ME Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
April 15, 2026
Regulatory Update March 2026 – US Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with Waystone’s Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
April 8, 2026
Outsourcing AML/KYC in Singapore: Why Oversight is Now the Real Regulatory Test
For many financial institutions in Singapore – including fund managers, VCCs, intermediaries and payment firms – outsourcing AML/KYC remains a…
April 6, 2026
SFC Circular on Statutory Obligations During Inspections: Ensuring Full Compliance with Section 180 of the SFO – A Practical Guide for Licensed Corporations
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a strong reminder to all licensed corporations (LCs) regarding their statutory obligations…
April 2, 2026
DFSA Conduct Principles from 1 July 2026: What Firms Should Be Doing Now
From 1 July 2026, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (‘DFSA’) will replace the current Principles for Authorised Individuals with a…
March 31, 2026