Sweeping changes to the UAE Commercial Companies Law let free zone startups expand to the mainland without shutting down.

New Capital Market Authority replaces the SCA from Jan 1 2026, with fines up to AED 200M and virtual assets under federal regulation.

Crown Prince approves new fintech, insurance, and digital assets cluster projected to add $15.2B to Abu Dhabi's GDP by 2045.

Binance wins landmark ADGM approval for exchange, clearing, and brokerage — the first global crypto license of its kind.

The UAE implemented federal corporate tax at 9% above AED 375K, with free zone exemptions — aligning with the OECD's global minimum tax framework.