Dubai DFSA adjusts crypto regulatory framework, delegating token suitability assessment responsibility to licensed institutions

ChainCatcher reported that the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has implemented significant updates to its crypto token regulatory framework, shifting the responsibility for crypto token suitability assessments from the regulator to licensed firms operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This update follows a consultation process initiated in October 2025 and reflects an adjustment in the regulator's approach since the introduction of the crypto token regime in 2022. Charlotte Robins, Managing Director of Policy and Legal at DFSA, stated that these changes reflect a shift towards a more flexible and principles-based model.