The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the region’s leading financial hub, has released Consultation Paper No. 2 of 2025, proposing a new Variable Capital Company (VCC) regulatory framework. This initiative aims to expand the Centre’s appeal to private investors by providing greater flexibility in structuring proprietary investment vehicles.
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.
On 12 May 2025, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) announced that nearly 100 firms have expressed interest in its first-ever Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox, marking a significant leap forward in DIFC’s fintech ecosystem. This initiative forms part of the DFSA’s Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) programme and reinforces the regulator’s ongoing commitment to fostering responsible financial innovation.
With a record AED 25 billion in assets under management and heightened enforcement actions, the DFSA solidifies its role as a global financial regulator.
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of significant growth, robust regulatory oversight, and a clear vision for the future of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has set the tone for the next two years with its 2025-2026 Business Plan, reinforcing its commitment to regulatory excellence, risk-based supervision, financial crime prevention, and fostering fintech innovation in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
As the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) continues to solidify its position as a leading global financial hub, several recent developments underscore its commitment to innovation, talent development, and strategic growth.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to be a leading financial hub, attracting businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the globe. With DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) offering robust regulatory frameworks, setting up a financial services firm in these jurisdictions requires strategic planning and expert guidance.
