2019-10-14
The Abu Dhabi Global Market Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) issued this guidance to establish standardized requirements for developing and utilizing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) within its jurisdiction. The document mandates compliance with Anti-Money Laundering frameworks and the ADGM Data Protection Regime while detailing specific technical expectations for API design, security protocols, documentation standards, and governance practices. By promoting interoperable and secure API ecosystems, the guidance aims to accelerate FinTech innovation, enhance consumer data protection, and foster a robust API economy across the UAE financial sector.