Robinhood has received approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to launch its retail investment platform in the Middle East. It has chosen the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as its regional headquarters, advancing its expansion beyond North America and Europe.
The authorization allows Robinhood to offer trading and custody services across all 10 asset classes approved by the DFSA, including equities, cryptocurrencies and ETFs. The company plans to launch its full suite of products in the region in 2027, aiming to give local investors greater access to global financial markets.