Dubai continues to strengthen its position as a global financial hub with the launch of the Dubai Financial Services Unified Guidebook. Developed in partnership with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), this guide is designed to simplify financial services licensing in the UAE and help businesses establish their operations in Dubai's thriving ecosystem.
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the international financial centre of UAE’s capital, has accomplished yet another quarter of strong growth along with a rise in global recognition, upholding momentum from a record-breaking 2024. Rising assets under management, a surge in new licences, and expanding human-capital expansion on Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands highlights Abu Dhabi’s strategic appeal to global financial firms.
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has officially launched its comprehensive all-in-one mobile app, designed to transform how businesses, professionals, residents, and visitors engage within the financial district. This innovative app offers seamless access to a wide range of tools and services, supporting ADGM’s commitment to a digitally enabled, connected, and vibrant business environment.
The rising influx of High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) into the UAE has driven increased demand for bespoke wealth management services. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has emerged as the preferred jurisdiction for Wealth and Asset Management (WAM) firms looking to tap into the MEASA region.
Recent alerts from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) highlight a significant increase in sophisticated fraudulent schemes and phishing attempts targeting both individuals and businesses in the UAE.
Zubin Muriya is a seasoned Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional with over two decades of cross-jurisdictional experience in banking regulatory compliance, financial crime risk management, corporate governance framework, and audit advisory. His work across India and the GCC (UAE, Qatar, Bahrain) reflects a career rooted in regulatory rigor and operational integrity.
