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Giving a personal recommendation about a regulated investment in the UAE requires a licence, but the regulator depends on where you operate. This article explains who needs authorisation from the CMA, DFSA, FSRA, or Central Bank, and what changed when the SCA became the CMA in 2026.

The DIFC remains a powerful route for arbitration enforcement in Dubai, but recent reforms have narrowed when it can be used as a conduit to reach onshore assets. This article explains the difference between a DIFC seat, DIFC recognition, and Dubai Court execution in 2026.

A foreign arbitral award can be enforced in the UAE through the onshore courts, DIFC Courts, or ADGM Courts, depending on where the debtor’s assets are located. This article explains the recognition and execution process, Article 223 requirements, DIFC conduit route, and the limited grounds for refusing enforcement.