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June 30, 2025
UAE’s New Compliance Framework for Finfluencers

As digital platforms increasingly blur the line between financial advice and social media influence, the UAE has taken a proactive regulatory step through Chairman Resolution No. 10 of 2025. Issued by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), the Resolution establishes a licensing regime for Finfluencers, natural persons offering financial recommendations via public channels. This article...

June 26, 2025
Navigating Cross-Border Tax Disputes: UAE Issues Formal Guidance on Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP)

Introduction In a significant step toward strengthening international tax cooperation, the UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF), in coordination with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), has issued comprehensive guidance on the Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP). This long-anticipated update provides much-needed clarity on the procedures available to resolve cross-border tax disputes under the UAE’s Double Taxation Agreements...

Choosing the Right Investment Instrument for Startups: Legal Analysis of SAFEs, Convertible Notes, and Equity Rounds

Early-stage fundraising is one of the most critical junctures for a startup’s long-term viability. From a legal standpoint, the structure of the investment can directly influence ownership rights, regulatory compliance, investor protections, and the future fundraising strategy of the company. The most common investment instruments used at this stage are Simple Agreements for Future Equity...

June 20, 2025
Dubai Tightens Power of Attorney Rules And Payment Rules – A New Alert For The Overseas Property Sellers

Dubai has introduced new legal guidelines requiring overseas property sellers to ensure that sale proceeds are transferred only to the bank account of the individual named on the title deed. Effective from June 2025, this guideline forms part of a broader effort to enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance, increase transparency, and align with international best...

Corporate Structuring Strategies for Investors in 2025: Freezone vs Mainland

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) remains a premier jurisdiction for foreign investment and business incorporation. As regulatory frameworks continue to evolve, particularly with the implementation of the federal corporate tax regime and amendments to the Commercial Companies Law, investors must carefully evaluate the appropriate legal structure for their businesses. One of the most fundamental decisions...

Real Estate Disputes in the UAE: How to Resolve Conflicts

The UAE’s booming real estate market has inevitably led to an increase in disputes among developers, buyers, tenants, landlords, and brokers. While the UAE legal system offers multiple avenues for dispute resolution, navigating these paths can be complex. This article outlines the common types of real estate disputes, the available resolution mechanisms, and practical steps...

Foreign Ownership and Inheritance Rights for Expats in the UAE

The UAE real estate market has long attracted foreign investors, thanks to its robust infrastructure, strategic location, and tax-free incentives. However, one of the most nuanced aspects of property ownership for expatriates in the UAE concerns legal ownership rights and inheritance laws. This article unpacks the legal framework surrounding foreign ownership property and addresses how...

Financial Whistleblowing in the UAE: A New Era of Corporate Accountability

Whistleblowing refers to the act of reporting misconduct, unethical behaviour, or illegal activities within an organization—typically by someone from inside the organization. In the financial context, this could involve exposing fraud, insider trading, misappropriation of funds, or any other breach of legal or regulatory standards.  Whistleblowers play a vital role in upholding transparency, protecting stakeholder...

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