The Riffle Podcast

In this episode of The Riffle Podcast, we unpack the Proposed ADGM Strata Regulations 2026 and the key changes they could bring to the governance and management of strata developments across ADGM.We explore the proposed streamlined approval and registration process, automatic establishment of Owners’ Associations, the minimum six-month developer management transition period, mandatory licensed Association Managers, and enhanced financial oversight through General and Reserve Funds.  The episode also looks at new requirements around structural defect reporting and the formal regulation of Contractual Common Ownership Schemes.  With the proposals set to replace the existing Strata Title Regulations 2015, this episode provides a concise overview of what developers, property owners, managers and real estate professionals need to know.Presented by 10 Leaves!

ADGM’s specialised Fund Manager frameworks provide tailored regulatory pathways for managers based on their fund size, investment strategy and investor profile.In this episode of The Riffle Podcast, we explore the key requirements for Sub-Threshold Fund Managers (STFMs), Venture Capital Fund Managers (VCFMs), and Institutional Fund Managers (IFMs). We discuss the USD 200 million STFM threshold, VCFM-specific requirements, the USD 5 million minimum subscription for IFMs, capital requirements, regulatory dispensations, and Professional Indemnity Insurance obligations.Tune in for a concise overview of how these specialised Fund Manager categories differ and the key considerations for managers looking to operate within ADGM’s regulatory framework.Presented by 10 Leaves.  

In this episode of The Riffle Podcast, we explore the FSRA’s proposed reforms to the ADGM Transfer Scheme framework and what they could mean for regulated firms undertaking business transfers within the Abu Dhabi Global Market.We discuss the key proposals in Consultation Paper No. 2 of 2026, including the move to limit mandatory court sanctioning primarily to insurance business transfers, the introduction of a new Modified Transfer Scheme for banking and other regulated financial services businesses, enhanced client notification requirements, and the proposed FSRA no-objection process for certain transfers.The episode also examines the rationale behind the reforms, the regulatory safeguards designed to protect clients, and how the proposals aim to reduce costs and transaction timelines while maintaining appropriate regulatory oversight.Whether you are a regulated financial institution, compliance professional, legal adviser, corporate services provider, or business operating within ADGM, this episode provides a practical overview of the proposed changes and their potential impact.🎙️ Presented by 10 Leaves

In this Riffle episode, we explore FATF’s latest findings on global regulatory progress, the evolving risks associated with stablecoins, unhosted wallets, decentralised finance (DeFi) and artificial intelligence, and why the focus is shifting from introducing new rules to ensuring they are effectively implemented. We also discuss the growing threat posed by offshore VASPs, Travel Rule enforcement and the practical implications for firms operating in the virtual asset ecosystem.Whether you’re a compliance professional, regulator, fintech founder, legal adviser or VASP, this episode offers a practical overview of the evolving global AML/CFT landscape and what FATF’s latest update means for the future of virtual asset regulation.🎙️ Presented by 10 Leaves

In this episode of The Riffle, we explore the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) 2026 report, Information Sharing to Combat Illicit Finance: Global Overview of Public-Private Partnerships, and examine how collaborative information sharing is reshaping global AML/CFT frameworks.The discussion covers the growing role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in strengthening anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing efforts, the evolution from traditional Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR) to real-time intelligence sharing, and the different governance models being adopted across jurisdictions.We also examine the distinction between strategic and operational information sharing, the increasing adoption of private-to-private information sharing frameworks, and the legal, governance, and data protection considerations that underpin effective collaboration. The episode further highlights global developments across jurisdictions and what these evolving partnerships mean for regulators, Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs), law enforcement agencies, financial institutions, Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), and other reporting entities.Whether you are an AML professional, compliance officer, regulator, financial institution, legal practitioner, fintech, VASP, or simply interested in the future of financial crime prevention, this episode provides a practical overview of how Public-Private Partnerships are becoming an essential pillar of modern AML/CFT systems.Presented by 10 Leaves.