Robinhood Secures Dubai Regulatory Approval for Crypto and…
By Karthik Subramanian
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Robinhood Markets has secured regulatory authorization from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to introduce its retail investment platform in the Middle East. The brokerage plans to establish regional headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Centre and launch services in 2027.
Why it matters
The expansion positions the US brokerage to compete for retail investors seeking access to digital assets and traditional financial markets through a single platform.
Key facts
- The DFSA authorization covers arranging investment transactions and custody across 10 asset classes, including cryptocurrencies, equities, and options.
- Robinhood plans to launch its regional product suite in 2027 with regional headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Centre.
- Salah Kaddoura has been appointed senior executive officer and president of Robinhood MENA to oversee local operations.
Source excerpt · FinanceFeeds
Robinhood Markets has received authorization from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to introduce its retail investment platform in the Middle East, expanding its international ambitions beyond the United States and Europe. The company announced the approval on October 22, 2026, confirming that it will establish its regional headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC…