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The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has granted a Stored Value Facilities (SVF) licence to Crypto.com, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the UAE’s evolving virtual asset and fintech landscape. The approval makes Crypto.com the first Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in the UAE to receive this payment licence category, further reinforcing the country’s […]
UAE Financial Hubs See Surge in Activity as Longterm Fundamentals Hold Strong Global Asset Managers Forge Ahead with Middle East Expansion Strategic Insights on the UAE’s Evolving Financial Landscape Global asset managers overseeing more than $20 trillion in client assets continue to accelerate their footprint in the UAE and the wider Middle East. Despite […]
By waiving intellectual property filing fees for the sports sector, India has signalled a decisive shift towards recognising sports innovation, branding, and technology as key drivers of economic growth and commercial value Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently announced a landmark initiative granting a complete waiver of government fees for intellectual property […]
The Evolution of Wedding Photography into an IP Driven Industry Wedding photography in India is no longer just a service it has become a content creation industry with significant intellectual property value. With the rise of cinematic storytelling, drone shoots, curated reels, and luxury destination weddings, photographers are effectively producing high quality visual assets that […]
The moratorium under Section 14 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 is one of the most significant protections available during the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). Once an insolvency application is admitted by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), a temporary legal restraint comes into force that prevents creditors and other stakeholders from initiating […]
The transformation of Indian food businesses from informal street-side ventures to structured, venture-backed startups has triggered a parallel evolution in how culinary assets are protected. What was once guarded through secrecy and tradition is now increasingly secured through formal intellectual property (IP) mechanisms, especially trademarks, trade dress, and branding strategies. In India’s rapidly expanding food […]
What expatriates need to know about the updated legal framework governing non-Muslim DIFC Wills and estate administration in the UAE. For several years, administering a non-Muslim Will registered with the Dubai International Financial Centre (“DIFC”) involved a two-stage legal process. Although executors could obtain a Grant of Probate from the DIFC Courts, they were still […]
RERA has transformed India’s real estate sector by enforcing transparency and accountability, but its state-wise implementation varies significantly, shaping investment strategies differently across regions. Maharashtra and Karnataka lead with stringent compliance, while states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana show more flexibility, influencing investor confidence and risk management. Understanding these State-wise differences helps in making informed property […]
Background This guide provides a detailed overview of India’s legal framework for setting up and operating businesses, focusing on corporate forms, foreign investment rules, and compliance. We have compared common business structures – private/public companies, LLPs, partnerships, one-person companies (OPCs), and foreign offices (branch/liaison/project) in terms of formation steps, capital, ownership rules, taxation, and compliance requirements. We have explained India’s FDI regime (automatic vs. […]
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) was enacted to bring transparency, accountability, and fairness to India’s real estate sector. One of its most significant contributions is the establishment of a robust enforcement mechanism that holds promoters, agents, and other stakeholders accountable. Chapter VIII of the Act, which deals with Offences, Penalties and Adjudication, […]