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Retail FX
Plus500 Strengthens MENA Presence with New DFSA License
The company is now holding twelve regulatory licenses globally.
Several other brokers also gained a DFSA license in recent years.
Monday, 06/02/2023 | 08:01 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Retail FX
DFSA Wants to Better Protect Clients Assets, Publishes New Strategy
The new strategy consists of four pillars: Delivery, Engagement, Innovation and Sustainability.
Dubai aims to become the world capital of finance.
Monday, 16/01/2023 | 10:43 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Brokers
Exclusive: Zenfinex Enters MENA with New DFSA License
The FX and CFDs broker is now regulated in four jurisdictions.
It is currently operational in ten countries.
Tuesday, 29/11/2022 | 04:42 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency
DFSA Publishes List of "Recognised Crypto Tokens" as Changes Take Effect
As of Nov 1, only recognized crypto tokens can be transacted within or from the (DIFC)
The preliminary list of 'recognized tokens' consists of BTC, ETH, and LTC
Tuesday, 01/11/2022 | 10:45 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
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FinTech
UAE: DFSA Switches ITL Application from Cohort to Open Window Format
DFSA started accepting applications on Friday.
Since its launch in 2017, ITL has accepted 67 companies.
Friday, 15/07/2022 | 17:31 GMT
by
Solomon Oladipupo
FinTech
Blockchain Test Proves Its Potential in the DFSA’s Regulatory Sandbox
DFSA partnered with a Danish B2B software firm and conducted a blockchain test.
The test showed Blockchain’s potential, though new risks emerge.
Friday, 04/02/2022 | 16:00 GMT
by
Nicholas Otieno
Brokers
Exclusive: UK Broker ZenFinex Applies for Dubai and Seychelles Licenses
The broker is now holding an FCA license.
Friday, 05/11/2021 | 09:50 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Executive Moves
Pepperstone Promotes Alexander Kolpokchi as DFSA Entity Head
He was already holding the role as an interim for months.
Wednesday, 29/09/2021 | 07:28 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
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Executive Moves
DFSA Appoints F. Christopher Calabia as the New Chief Executive
He will join the financial markets regulator on October 1.
Thursday, 12/08/2021 | 06:29 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Regulation
DFSA Seeks Feedback on Proposed Security Token Regulations
The regulator will accept feedback on the framework for 30 days.
Monday, 29/03/2021 | 11:16 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Brokers
MultiBank Group Gains DFSA License, Opens Office in Dubai
The brokerage now has seven regulatory licenses.
Wednesday, 14/10/2020 | 12:55 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Brokers
Japan's DMM Securities Continues to Leave Competition Behind
Another year in a row DMM Securities tops the rankings with highest number of accounts
Tuesday, 10/03/2020 | 09:21 GMT
by
Sylwester Majewski
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Brokers
DFSA Warns of Fraudsters Impersonating CySEC
Fraudsters continue to impersonate the regulator to try and scam investors.
Thursday, 20/06/2019 | 09:49 GMT
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Celeste Skinner
Brokers
Exclusive: HotForex Expands Operations, Launches in the UAE
The launch comes less than a month after the broker acquired a Dubai Financial Services Authority license.
Monday, 07/01/2019 | 13:27 GMT
by
Celeste Skinner
Brokers
Exclusive: Several Big Brokers Seeking Dubai Financial Services License
Large brokers such as CMC Markets, LCG and Pepperstone have filed their applications with the Dubai Financial Services Authority
Friday, 04/05/2018 | 12:17 GMT
by
Victor Golovtchenko
Brokers
Amana Capital Launches MT5 Offering, Adds Bitcoin Trading
FCA-regulated brokerage Amana Capital is adding a new line up of products to its offering.
Wednesday, 18/10/2017 | 14:43 GMT
by
Victor Golovtchenko
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News
SFC, DFSA Ink Fintech Collaboration Contract
The two authorities plan to assist one another in staying up to date with fintech developments and their applications.
Monday, 28/08/2017 | 09:34 GMT
by
Finance Magnates Staff
Brokers
Exclusive: HY Markets Rebrands as HYCM, to Launch New Website
Starting Monday, clients of HY Markets will be referred to the new HYCM site and trading platforms.
Sunday, 17/07/2016 | 11:09 GMT
by
Avi Mizrahi
Regulation
HSBC Moves Middle East Head Office from Jersey to Dubai
HSBC Middle East completed its transfer to Dubai which will attract assets valued at more than $40 billion to DIFC.
Thursday, 30/06/2016 | 22:10 GMT
by
Aziz Abdel-Qader
Brokers
Breaking: Amana Capital Obtains Lucrative DFSA License
Amana joins the ranks of IG, Saxo Bank and Henyep Capital Markets as a holder of a Dubai Financial Service Authority license.
Wednesday, 13/04/2016 | 05:51 GMT
by
Victor Golovtchenko
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Regulation
Exclusive: Dubai’s New Retail License Margin Limits and IG’s Expansion
The Dubai Financial Services Authority has issued a brand new type of license for IG Group allowing it to market to retail investors
Friday, 16/10/2015 | 11:00 GMT
by
Victor Golovtchenko
Analysis
Dubai Tries to Attract Investors by Lowering the Bar for Professional Status and More
Dubai is set to strengthen the supervisory and enforcement powers of its financial watchdog to get closer in line with International Standards. Also, creates a new category for $500,000 Qualified Investor Fund.
Wednesday, 20/08/2014 | 08:40 GMT
by
Avi Mizrahi
Brokers
Henyep Capital Markets Ltd. Launches FCA-Licensed HY Binary Options
UK-based Henyep Capital Markets Ltd. has announced the launch of HY Binary Options, a fully regulated and FCA-licensed company - the first such regulated entity since Alpari's exit from the industry.
Friday, 04/04/2014 | 12:17 GMT
by
Jeff Patterson
Brokers
Exclusive: Dubai Financial Services Authority to Allow Retail FX, Forex Magnates Confirms
The regulatory authority for the Dubai International Financial Center is set to allow retail brokers to acquire clients, with a leverage of 50 or 20 to 1 according to a correspondent seen by Forex Magnates.
Wednesday, 26/03/2014 | 14:23 GMT
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Avi Mizrahi
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Exchanges
Japanese Commodity Exchange Eyes Middle East and South Asian Trading with Dubai FSA Approval
Sunday, 08/07/2012 | 23:24 GMT
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Adil Siddiqui
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