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ADGM

Abu Dhabi Global Market. Common law jurisdiction.

What
A RegLab regulatory sandbox; not a funding programme.
Cost
No equity — service or permission
Status
Active

adgm.com · How we check ↗

In detail

ADGM is a free zone + regulator in the UAE. Abu Dhabi Global Market. Common law jurisdiction. RegLab sandbox for FinTech.

Amount
Free zone and regulator, not a funding programme · RegLab sandbox
Services
  • RegLab sandbox
  • FSRA regulation
  • FinTech licensing
  • Crypto framework
Status
Active

What the source says

“ADGM, a leading, award-winning, International Financial Centre, operates across Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, making it one of the largest financial districts in the world.”

adgm.com · seen September 2026

“Abu Dhabi is home to some of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds and provides strong access to capital through substantial private wealth and several catalyst partners.”

adgm.com · seen September 2026

“ADGM's insolvency framework is aligned with international best practice, and its insolvency practitioners provides greater protection for both insolvent parties and creditors.”

adgm.com · seen September 2026

Closing soon on the map

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4 Oct 2026closes

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Sources

Primary source · adgm.com · LinkedIn · linkedin.com/company/adgm