Compliance for DFSA firms
The moment a company receives its Financial Services Permission from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, a new chapter begins. Recruitment drives and client prospecting may grab the headlines, yet the real determinant of long‑term success inside the Dubai International Financial Centre is demonstrable adherence to the DFSA rulebook. This adherence to the rules is what […]
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 […]
AISP and PISP licensing in the DIFC
As global demand for digital finance grows, the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) has become a strategic hub for companies launching AISP (Account Information Service Provider) and PISP (Payment Initiation Service Provider) operations. These licensing models are built around “open banking” frameworks that allow firms to securely access customer account data and initiate transactions on […]