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DFSA Opens Doors for Innovation: Apply Now for the Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox!
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is inviting firms to express their interest in the Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox, a groundbreaking initiative designed to support tokenised financial products and services. This initiative offers firms a regulatory pathway from experimentation to full authorisation under the Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) programme.
With the global financial landscape rapidly evolving, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) continues to solidify its position as a leading hub for digital finance. The expansion of the ITL to tokenised investments reflects the DFSA’s commitment to fostering responsible innovation in the financial sector.
Why Tokenisation?
Tokenisation is revolutionising investment markets by enabling digital representation of assets through Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). This creates opportunities for improved efficiency, transparency, and accessibility across a range of financial instruments, including:
- Equities
- Bonds & Sukuk
- Collective Investment Fund Units
- Real-World Assets
However, despite its potential, the adoption of tokenised investments has been slow due to challenges such as interoperability, regulatory clarity, and customer education. The DFSA’s Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox aims to bridge these gaps by providing firms with a controlled testing environment.
Who Should Apply?
The Expression of Interest is open to firms that:
✔ Issue, trade, hold, or settle tokenised investments
✔ Are existing DFSA Authorised Firms looking to expand into tokenisation
✔ Have a strong understanding of legal and regulatory requirements
✔ Have market-ready tokenised financial products/services
Note: Crypto tokens and fiat-backed crypto tokens are not included in this initiative.
The Two-Stage Process
Stage 1: Expression of Interest
Firms submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) between 17 March 2025 and 24 April 2025. The DFSA will assess the proposals to determine eligibility. Successful applicants move to Stage 2.
Submit your EOI here: https://survey.dfsa.ae/f/136350/44dd/
Stage 2: Innovation Testing Licence Tokenisation Cohort
Accepted firms enter the ITL Tokenisation Cohort, where they can test tokenised financial solutions in a controlled environment with regulatory support. Key benefits include:
✔ Regulatory flexibility – Certain capital and prudential requirements may be waived or modified during testing
✔ Live market testing – Firms can refine their offerings before full-scale implementation
✔ Smooth transition – Firms that succeed can apply for a full DFSA licence
Why This Matters for the Future of Finance
With the rapid digitisation of global financial markets, Dubai’s regulatory stance on tokenised investments could be a game-changer. By fostering innovation through structured, compliant pathways, the DFSA is positioning DIFC as a leader in next-generation finance.
Don’t miss this opportunity! If you’re developing tokenised financial solutions, the DFSA’s Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox could be your gateway to market success.
Deadline: 24 April 2025
Apply now: https://survey.dfsa.ae/f/136350/44dd/
For more details, visit the DFSA website: https://www.dfsa.ae/ or reach out to ITR@dfsa.ae.
This article is drafted by Marco Marazzi, Business Solutions Legal Advisor of Bizzmosis Group.
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