ADGM SPVs as holding companies
A decade ago few outside specialist finance circles had heard of the Abu Dhabi Global Market. Today the free zone on Al Maryah Island attracts multinational treasuries, private‑equity feeder funds, venture managers and family offices. All of them are drawn by direct application of English common law, an independent court and zero corporate tax. Among […]
ADGM SPVs as securitisation vehicles
The Abu Dhabi Global Market, or ADGM, has spent less than a decade in operation yet already ranks among the most widely used common‑law finance hubs west of Singapore. One reason for that rapid ascent is the way its Special Purpose Vehicle regime dovetails with modern capital‑market techniques such as securitisation. An SPV incorporated in […]
Questions for formation in ADGM
The Abu Dhabi Global Market, known as ADGM, has been open for barely a decade, yet it already ranks among the world’s leading common‑law financial centres. Multinationals place treasury entities there, venture capitalists register feeder funds, and families lodge holding companies that safeguard intergenerational wealth. Despite the buzz, every founder still faces the same three […]
Corporate governance for ADGM SPVs
Abu Dhabi Global Market, or ADGM, has become a well-known financial centre offering solutions that cater to local, regional, and international firms. Over its years of operation, ADGM has set up regulations that mirror global best practices, including the adoption of common law through dedicated courts, an approach that simplifies business for overseas investors. One […]
DIFC venture studio framework
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) introduced its venture studio framework to help new business ideas flourish and to give experienced founders a base to bring multiple projects to life. Venture studios differ from other incubation models in that they create, develop, and operate business concepts under one structured environment, often sponsoring and supporting many […]
DIFC foundations: Benefits and more
The Dubai International Financial Centre is widely recognised as a key financial hub bridging Europe, Asia, and Africa. Over nearly two decades, the DIFC has gained prominence for blending advanced infrastructure, business-friendly laws, and an independent judicial system operating in English. Many multinational firms, investment funds, and family offices rely on the DIFC to capitalise […]
CBUAE PSP and card license
Retail payment services have undergone a major transformation in the United Arab Emirates in recent years, propelled by digitalisation and evolving consumer expectations. In mid-2021, the Central Bank of the UAE, or CBUAE, introduced its Retail Payment Services and Card Schemes (RPSCS) Regulation, which includes the PSP and card license. This regime set out new […]
DFSA crowdfunding regime
Crowdfunding has garnered considerable attention as a way to raise capital from many small investors or lenders, rather than relying on banks or large institutions. The Dubai Financial Services Authority, or DFSA, launched its initial crowdfunding regime in 2017, enabling licensed platforms in the Dubai International Financial Centre to connect prospective fund seekers with a […]
About prescribed companies in the DIFC
The Dubai International Financial Centre, or DIFC, is a leading financial hub that has earned global acclaim for its business-friendly environment, strong governance, and innovative legal structures. Over the course of nearly two decades, the DIFC has attracted more than 5,000 firms and 40,000 professionals, establishing itself as a focal point for finance and commerce […]
Venture capital in the Middle East
Venture capital in the Middle East has moved from promise to performance. Five years ago regional funds raised less than USD 1 billion a year; in 2023 disclosed commitments passed USD 4 billion despite a global pull‑back. Founders in Riyadh and Dubai now expect term sheets within weeks, while global general partners open satellite offices to capture the momentum. […]
