The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), a prominent international business hub that significantly facilitates global trade through Dubai, has announced initiatives to establish a regulatory framework aimed at enhancing intellectual property (IP) protections for its registered businesses.
This initiative will be integrated into the expanding “Fynex” ecosystem, which will offer members seamless access to services related to patents, trademarks, and copyrights, along with comprehensive consulting services in the IP sphere through selected partnerships with leading legal and specialized consultancy firms.
This move reflects the accelerating global shift towards intangible assets. By the end of 2025, intangible assets are expected to constitute approximately 92% of the market value of the S&P 500 index, highlighting a structural change in how companies create, protect, and scale value.
Web 3 Technologies
As DMCC continues to attract companies in technology, AI developers, Web 3 innovators, fintech platforms, creative enterprises, and global trade businesses, the demand for structured solutions for IP protection and commercialization is notably increasing.
Under the proposed framework, DMCC will act as a facilitator, connecting businesses within its jurisdiction to certified experts in the coordination of patent and trademark registration, support for copyright registration, IP portfolio structuring and management, as well as advisory services related to licensing and commercial marketing. Additionally, services will include assessing intellectual property to enhance companies’ readiness for investment and capital fundraising.
Structural Transformation
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, the executive chairman and CEO of DMCC, stated: “The global economy is undergoing a structural transformation where value now extends beyond tangible assets to include ideas, algorithms, brands, and innovation. At DMCC, we have continued to develop specialized ecosystems around emerging sectors, from cryptocurrency and gaming to AI and fintech.”
He added: “Establishing a coordinated IP support system is a natural next step. Assisting companies in protecting and capitalizing on their intellectual property enhances their value, builds investor confidence, and opens new avenues for capital access. Through the ‘Fynex’ ecosystem and our broader commodity and trade ecosystem, we are solidifying DMCC’s position as a sovereign experimental environment for intellectual capital.”
Intellectual Property Services
The global market for IP services is projected to grow from approximately $4.2 billion in 2024 to $14.3 billion by 2035, driven by increased investments in research and development and rapid growth in Asia and emerging technology sectors.
Simultaneously, the UAE has updated its legal framework and launched 11 national initiatives in the field of intellectual property aimed at streamlining registration processes and enhancing commercial marketing pathways. The intellectual property support framework introduced by DMCC will complement these national efforts, enhancing the competitive landscape for over 26,000 companies operating within its ecosystem.
Further details, including information on partner appointments and implementation mechanisms, will be announced in due course.