The Dubai Financial Authority (DFSA) and the Arab Union discuss innovation and financial regulation
In a move reflecting the accelerating trend towards updating the financial system in the Arab region, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) organized, in collaboration with the Union of Arab Securities Authorities (UASA), a high-level session titled "Regulatory Perspectives" during the Artificial Intelligence Week in Dubai 2025, at the headquarters of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
The Dubai Financial Authority (DFSA) and the Arab Union discuss innovation and financial regulation
Summary: In a move reflecting the accelerating trend towards updating the financial system in the Arab region, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) organized, in collaboration with the Union of Arab Securities Authorities (UASA), a high-level session titled "Regulatory Perspectives" during the Artificial Intelligence Week in Dubai 2025, at the headquarters of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
In a move reflecting the accelerating trend towards updating the financial system in the Arab region, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) organized, in collaboration with the Union of Arab Securities Authorities (UASA), a high-level session titled "Regulatory Perspectives" during the Artificial Intelligence Week in Dubai 2025, at the headquarters of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Focusing on innovation and regulating financial technology
The session aimed to open an expanded discussion among senior representatives of regulatory authorities and financial markets in the Arab world, to discuss opportunities and challenges in integrating innovation into financial services, such as:
Financial Technology (FinTech)
Digital Assets
Artificial Intelligence
Cybersecurity
Discussions also focused on how to incorporate these innovations within modern regulatory frameworks that support sustainable growth, protect investors, and ensure market integrity.
Leaders' Words: Joint commitment to enhancing innovation
Fadel Al-Ali, Chairman of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), commented:
"Innovation is no longer a future matter; it is an immediate necessity. Through joint dialogue and the exchange of regulatory perspectives, we can build a dynamic financial system that balances technological advancement with strict regulatory protection."
On his part, His Excellency Dr. Tami bin Ahmed bin Ali Al-Banali, President of the Arab Union of Regulatory Authorities, stated:
"The Arab region is rich in opportunities, and innovation is the key to harnessing this momentum. Through this collaboration, we aim to unify regulatory perspectives and enhance trust in our financial markets."
Discussion topics: From the experimental license to cybersecurity
The session included multiple axes, the most prominent of which were:
Innovation Testing License provided by the Dubai Financial Services Authority
The financial ecosystem at DIFC
The role of regional cooperation in accelerating innovation
The authority also reviewed an update to the Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform, which was launched in 2020 as the first platform of its kind led by a regulatory authority in the Middle East. The platform has surpassed 46 million breach indicators issued to its users to date, reflecting its importance in enhancing cybersecurity within the financial center.
A tour of the Innovation Center: Linking technology with the economy
The session concluded with a tour of the "Innovation Center at DIFC," a facility aimed at supporting startups and young talents, and accelerating the growth of future sectors through an integrated environment that fosters creativity and entrepreneurship.
Commitment to the future: Sustainable collaboration and shared knowledge
The session concluded with a joint confirmation from all parties on:
Continuing the exchange of regulatory experiences
Developing joint initiatives
Enhancing cybersecurity
And supporting the digital economy in Arab countries
This initiative confirms that regulatory authorities in the Arab world not only keep pace with innovation but also strive to create a flexible and safe legislative environment that aligns with global transformations in financial services.
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