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Regulatory updates, court judgments, and practice notes from our senior practitioners across DIFC, ADGM, AIFC, and VARA.

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Emerging Crypto Landscape in UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quickly becoming a global hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

Mar 1, 2026
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Dispute Resolution
Feb 1, 2026

DIFC Courts Practice Direction 1/2025: What the New Cost Regime Means for Employment Disputes

An analysis of the DIFC Courts' revised cost regime and its implications for employment-related litigation.

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Arbitration
Jan 15, 2026

Navigating the DIAC Transition: Legacy Arbitration Clauses After Decree No. 34

Practical guidance on the enforceability of arbitration clauses referencing the abolished DIFC-LCIA.

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Corporate Advisory
Jan 10, 2026

The UAE's Vision 2031 and Its Implications for Foreign Direct Investment

How the UAE's economic strategy targets AED 3 trillion GDP — and what it means for international investors.

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Digital Assets
Dec 20, 2025

VARA Licensing: A Practical Guide for Virtual Asset Service Providers

Step-by-step overview of obtaining a VARA licence in Dubai for crypto exchanges and custodians.

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Tax
Nov 15, 2025

UAE Corporate Tax: Free Zone Qualifying Income — What Actually Qualifies?

Detailed analysis of the qualifying income provisions for free zone companies.

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AI & Technology
Nov 1, 2025

AI in Arbitration: Opportunities and Risks for Practitioners

Reflections from Emirates Arbitration Week 2025 on AI's growing role in arbitral proceedings.