The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has published Crypto Token Frequently Asked Questions to help firms understand and implement its updated Crypto Token regulatory framework, which took effect on 12 January 2026, including how the DFSA Rulebook applies to financial services and activities involving Crypto Tokens in or from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The FAQs cover when authorisation is required for Crypto Token-related activities in the DIFC, the DFSA’s expectations for firm-led Crypto Token suitability assessments and ongoing monitoring, the treatment of Fiat Crypto Tokens (stablecoins), funds investing in Crypto Tokens, and how the regime applies across different business models and financial services activities. The publication follows market engagement on the updated framework, including a DFSA webinar with more than 600 participants. The DFSA will review and update the FAQs periodically, and encourages firms to refer to the latest version alongside the relevant DFSA Rulebook provisions, the Supervisory Guidelines on Assessing the Suitability of Crypto Tokens, and the Policy Statement on Fiat Crypto Tokens.
Dubai Financial Services Authority 2026-02-12
Dubai Financial Services Authority publishes Crypto Token FAQs to support implementation of updated DIFC framework
The Dubai Financial Services Authority published FAQs to assist firms in implementing its updated Crypto Token regulatory framework effective from 12 January 2026, detailing authorisation requirements, suitability assessments, and monitoring expectations for Crypto Token activities in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The DFSA will update the FAQs periodically and advises firms to consult the latest version alongside relevant Rulebook provisions and guidelines.