FinTech Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates
Ranked Individuals
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AX Law has a strong FinTech practice group across several Middle East offices, including Dubai. The team has a strong reputation for supporting startups and established FinTechs and financial institutions on a broad range of regulatory matters, technology transactions and data security.
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AX Law advised STC Bank, the operator of STCpay, on converting its eight million digital wallet accounts into full digital bank accounts.
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They are really responsive and thoughtful. They know the region well; they also know when to push matters and when you can't, which is important when operating in an international market.
They had a very strong understanding of our particular industry within the tech world. Their advice was tailor-made for our needs, and precise.
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Karim Fawaz is a well-regarded corporate and commercial TMT lawyer. He advises on FinTech mandates in the UAE and the wider Middle East. He frequently acts for startups and innovative payments and e-money companies in the region.
Karim has a combination of technical precision, clear communication and commercial awareness. Karim delivered guidance that was both tailored to our business model and practical in its application.
Karim Fawaz is one of the few people who sincerely understands our business dynamics.
Ashleigh Bruce was promoted to partner at AX Law in October 2023. She is noted for her commerciality and her practical approach to FinTech transactions and investment matters.
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