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Dubai’s Executive Council has approved a series of strategic economic, trade, and workforce measures aimed at strengthening the emirate’s regulatory resilience, supporting commercial continuity, and enhancing compliance standards across key sectors. The measures reflect Dubai’s policy-driven approach to economic governance, labour welfare, and institutional resilience. The approved initiatives carry significant legal and regulatory implications for businesses operating in […]
ATB Research Team · 2 Apr 2026 · 3 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
Commercial, DIFC, and ADGM property sale and purchase agreements operate under legal frameworks that differ fundamentally from each other and from the off-plan residential regime. The remedies available on exit, and the conditions that must be met to exercise them, depend entirely on which framework applies to the transaction. Part 2 of 3 | UAE SPA Exit […]
Aparna T Nambissan · 1 Apr 2026 · 24 minRead →
News
In a significant regulatory development aimed at facilitating trade and mitigating ongoing logistical challenges, Dubai Customs has issued Customs Notice No. 05 of 2026, temporarily extending the permissible transit period for goods from 30 days to 90 days. This measure reflects a responsive and adaptive approach by the authority to address evolving global supply chain […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 1 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
Legal Help Desk
A Power of Attorney can move your deal forward—or quietly stall it for weeks. Here’s how to get remote signing right before “just one signature” becomes your biggest delay. Question: “Our directors/shareholders are often travelling or based outside the UAE, and deals don’t pause for flight schedules. For UAE corporate documents (MOA amendments, share transfers, resolutions, bank KYC updates, […]
Legal Help Desk · 1 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
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Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has issued a package of regulatory decisions aimed at strengthening governance, transparency, and investor protection in the emirate’s real estate sector. The measures have been introduced to implement Law No. (3) of 2015, as amended by Law No. (2) of 2025, and are intended to reinforce the legal framework governing property development and […]
ATB Research Team · 1 Apr 2026 · 3 minRead →
News
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has issued a suite of four administrative decisions implementing Law No. (3) of 2015 (as amended by Law No. (2) of 2025) on the Regulation of the Real Estate Sector. These measures, Decision Nos. (24), (25), (26), and (165) of 2025 represent a targeted and pragmatic evolution of Abu Dhabi’s real […]
Milen Zachariah John · 31 Mar 2026 · 7 minRead →
Copyright Broadcast
The Rise of Short Form Content and IP Risks The explosion of short form video content in India has transformed the digital creator economy. Platforms such as Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts have empowered millions of creators to monetize creativity, build personal brands, and reach global audiences. However, this rapid expansion has also exposed creators […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 31 Mar 2026 · 6 minRead →
News
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has ordered the closure of five healthcare facilities after inspections uncovered serious breaches of healthcare licensing and regulatory requirements. According to the authority, the facilities have also had their staff suspended, with the matter referred to the Public Prosecution for further legal action. The closures and licence suspensions […]
ATB Research Team · 31 Mar 2026 · 2 minRead →
Deepfake
The Rise of Digital Identities The emergence of AI-driven voice cloning and deepfake technologies has ushered in a new era of digital identity. Today, voices, facial likenesses, and even mannerisms can be replicated with startling accuracy using machine learning algorithms. While these innovations hold enormous potential for entertainment, marketing, and accessibility, they also pose significant […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 30 Mar 2026 · 5 minRead →
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The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MOET) has issued Administrative Decision No. 2 of 2026, which introduces flexibility in the submission of certified documents required for trademark applications. This development aims to support businesses and applicants facing challenges in obtaining notarised and legalised documents within the standard deadline. This change reflects MOET’s commitment to […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 30 Mar 2026 · 4 minRead →