Company Formation
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the UAE capital’s premier international financial center, has unveiled a new fee schedule for commercial licenses, effective 1st January 2025. This update introduces significant reductions, particularly benefiting non-financial and retail businesses, with some fees slashed by 50% or more, along with other incentives. Fee Reductions by Category Non-Financial Category […]
Aparna T Nambissan · 6 Jan 2025 · 2 minRead →
Company Formation
Abu Dhabi is leading the change in shaping the global economy, and Masdar City—with its Live, Work, Play, Learn philosophy— is evolving as a global model for sustainable urban development. In this article, George Mathew and Benoy Jacob explore why Masdar City is the ideal place to set up a futuristic business, how government-driven initiatives […]
George Mathew & Benoy P Jacob · 5 Jan 2025 · 16 minRead →
Intellectual Property
The UAE has established itself as a global hub for business and innovation, attracting companies, brands, and creators worldwide. This article highlights common pitfalls in IP registration in UAE and offers practical strategies to avoid them. The Importance of IP Registration Registering intellectual property rights is an essential step in protecting valuable assets. Registration provides […]
Merrya Ginto · 2 Jan 2025 · 5 minRead →
Intellectual Property
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a vibrant and dynamic business hub where protecting your brand is crucial for maintaining its value and reputation. Trademark registration and enforcement are vital tools in safeguarding intellectual property. While the UAE provides a strong legal framework, proactive measures are essential to ensure comprehensive protection. This guide offers detailed […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 2 Jan 2025 · 4 minRead →
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are vital to fostering innovation, protecting creators, and ensuring economic growth. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), customs authorities play a central role in combating intellectual property infringement in the UAE, by intercepting counterfeit goods at borders. Dubai Customs has established itself as a global leader in intellectual property enforcement, reflecting […]
Hemakshi Prabhu & Madhav Vinod Krishna · 1 Jan 2025 · 7 minRead →
Intellectual Property
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has rapidly emerged as a global hub for innovation and technology. With its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and business-friendly environment, the UAE has become a preferred destination for tech-driven enterprises and startups. In this context, protecting intellectual property (IP) is crucial to fostering innovation and ensuring a competitive edge. This […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 1 Jan 2025 · 4 minRead →
ADGM
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has emerged as a thriving international financial center offering a comprehensive suite of incentives and support programs designed to foster business growth. This article delves into the key initiatives making ADGM an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and businesses. Exploring ADGM’s Incentive Program: Benefits for Early Movers ADGM’s incentive program offers […]
Aparna T Nambissan · 31 Dec 2024 · 4 minRead →
Intellectual Property
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has positioned itself as a regional leader in innovation, commerce, and economic development. One of the cornerstones of this success is its robust intellectual property (IP) framework, which aligns closely with global standards. This alignment is largely due to the UAE’s active participation in international treaties that govern IP protection. […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 31 Dec 2024 · 5 minRead →
Intellectual Property
Copyright law is an essential legal framework for creators, artists, and businesses, protecting their intellectual property and ensuring they can control the use of their work. In the UAE, the legal framework for copyright protection is mainly governed by Federal Law No. 38 of 2021. This law aligns with international standards and the UAE’s obligations […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 30 Dec 2024 · 8 minRead →
Arbitration
The confidentiality of UAE arbitration proceedings is a cornerstone of arbitration in the UAE, governed by the UAE Federal Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 on Arbitration) and institutional arbitration rules. Here are the key points regarding confidentiality in arbitration proceedings in the UAE. Statutory Provisions on Confidentiality The UAE Federal Arbitration Law […]
Reshma Rose Jacob · 20 Dec 2024 · 4 minRead →