The UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) announced a sharp increase in applications for its financial influencer accreditation regime, reporting a 1,100% rise since the initiative was launched, alongside new incentives intended to widen participation. The accreditation drive targets financial content creators that publish investment-related material and is positioned as part of the UAE’s approach to governance in the digital finance environment, with an emphasis on compliance, credibility, financial literacy and investor protection. The incentives include a three-year exemption from registration, renewal and legal consultation fees.
UAE Securities & Commodities Authority 2025-09-09
UAE Securities and Commodities Authority reports 1,100% surge in financial influencer accreditation applications and introduces three-year fee exemption
The UAE Securities and Commodities Authority reported a 1,100% increase in applications for its financial influencer accreditation regime, targeting financial content creators with incentives like a three-year exemption from registration, renewal, and legal consultation fees. This initiative is part of the UAE's strategy to enhance governance in digital finance, focusing on compliance, credibility, financial literacy, and investor protection.