Crypto Custody Disputes In The UAE | Guide By Faris Raian

In the digital age, the United Arab Emirates has established strict regulations to protect its citizens and maintain online security.

The global financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the rapid adoption of virtual assets and the underlying blockchain technology. Once viewed as experimental digital innovations, virtual assets have, by 2026, become integral components of the modern financial system, offering high transaction speeds, enhanced efficiency, and borderless accessibility.

Cryptocurrency under UAE law is regulated through several connected frameworks rather than one license administered by one authority. The relevant regulator depends on the activity, the place where the business is licensed, and the jurisdiction in which it plans to operate.

Artificial intelligence is changing how legal work gets done. Here is what every legal professional needs to understand, and what the profession cannot afford to get wrong.

The United Arab Emirates has rapidly emerged as one of the most active jurisdictions globally for tokenisation of real-world assets. An example of this was Dubai’s first tokenised real estate offering...

South Korea's Virtual Asset User Protection Act 2024 introduces stringent regulations to enhance consumer protection in the crypto space.

In 2023, the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE"), made a significant leap in the digital and virtual assets landscape by launching the RAK Digital Assets Oasis ("RAK DAO")...

In a significant development, AE Coin has received a full regulatory licence from the Central Bank of the UAE ("CBUAE"), marking a major milestone in the country's digital finance ecosystem.

The United Arab Emirates ("UAE") has become the leading FinTech hub in the Middle East. Through bold regulation, access to global capital, and strategic free zones...

A recent reminder was issued by the UAE Federal Public Prosecution reminding citizens, residents and visitors in the United Arab Emirates on the country's strict privacy laws.

In most cases, making a tenancy contract in Dubai comes down to five simple steps: agreeing on the rental terms, completing the official Dubai Land Department (DLD) Unified Tenancy Contract, signing the agreement, gathering the required documents, and registering the contract with Ejari.

Dubai alcohol laws combine federal decriminalization in authorized places with emirate-level rules and strict commercial licensing. Dubai has a comparatively liberal system for personal consumption, but that does not permit public drinking, under-21 supply, or unlicensed sale, manufacture, transport, or distribution.

Many tenants believe a landlord can end a tenancy agreement at any time, while some landlords assume they can recover their property whenever they choose.

Many people think an Ejari certificate and a tenancy contract are the same document, but they’re not. Understanding the difference is essential because both play different legal roles when renting a property in Dubai.

Your tenancy contract is about to expire, but what happens next? Can your landlord change the rent? Do you need a new agreement? In Dubai, renewing a tenancy contract is usually straightforward, but missing key legal deadlines can affect your rights. This guide explains the renewal process, notice requirements, Ejari registration, and the rules every tenant and landlord should know.

Most tenants worry when their landlord asks for a higher rent at renewal. Many people assume they have no choice but to accept the increase or move out.

Contract termination under UAE law depends first on when the agreement was entered into. Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025 came into force on 1 June 2026, while the repealed 1985 Civil Code generally continues to govern contracts formed before that date.

Your tenancy has ended, you’ve returned the keys, and now you’re waiting for your security deposit. But what happens if your landlord delays the refund or deducts money without a clear reason?

If you’re wondering, “How to file a complaint against your landlord in Dubai,” the process is simpler than many people think, but following the correct legal steps is essential.

Bounced Cheque Law in UAE allows direct execution for no or insufficient funds, while defined bad-faith acts can still create criminal exposure.