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Dubai Financial Services Authority Amends Crypto Regime

Key Points from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) Crypto Regime Changes Announcement:

Dubai Financial Services Authority has applied some changes on Crypto regime recently, aiming at providing better experience in the cryptocurrency sector.

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Key Points from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) Crypto Regime Changes Announcement:Enhanced Financial Resources:Robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Framework:Objectives:Approach:Expected Impact:Timeline:Ongoing Engagement:Additional Notes:
  • Enhanced Financial Resources:

    • Facilitate offers from external and foreign funds investing in approved cryptocurrencies.
    • Enable qualified local investor funds to invest in non-approved cryptocurrencies.
    • Provide custody and pooling services for cryptocurrencies.
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  • Robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Framework:

    • Implement the “Travel Rule” for enhanced transaction tracking.
    • Strengthen transaction monitoring and blockchain analytics.
    • Mandate Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Beneficiary (KYB) requirements for crypto.
    • Establish licensing fees for cryptocurrencies.

Objectives:

  • Foster innovation in the cryptocurrency sector while maintaining regulatory oversight.
  • Enhance the regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies in the DIFC.
  • Protect investors from financial crime risks associated with cryptocurrencies.
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Approach:

  • Consulted with over 100 firms seeking licensing from DFSA.
  • Considered market developments and international recommendations.
  • Leveraged the DFSA’s supervisory expertise.

Expected Impact:

  • Attract more cryptocurrency companies to the DIFC.
  • Strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for fintech innovation.
  • Promote a safe and secure environment for cryptocurrency transactions.
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Timeline:

  • The changes were announced on June 3, 2024.
  • The amendments will come into effect later this year.

Ongoing Engagement:

  • Dubai Financial Services Authority aims to maintain an ongoing dialogue with stakeholders regarding the crypto regime.

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Additional Notes:

  • Dubai Financial Services Authority crypto regime is designed to be technology-neutral, allowing firms to provide a wide range of financial services using cryptocurrencies.
  • DFSA has a strong track record of regulating financial services in the DIFC.

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