Jessica White
Associate
Jessica advises UAE and KSA financial institutions on a wide range of regulatory matters involving both traditional and digital asset classes. Her work includes both contentious and non-contentious matters such as compliance, licensing and financial crime.
Jessica is an associate in the Financial Regulation and FinTech practice group in Dubai, with over five years of experience in financial regulation across the UAE and KSA. She advises financial institutions, fintech firms, and payment service providers on regulatory compliance, licensing, financial crime, and digital assets. Her expertise spans both traditional and digital asset classes, supporting clients in navigating evolving regulatory frameworks and launching innovative financial products. She provides guidance on authorizations, internal policies, and regulatory breaches, covering both contentious and non-contentious matters. Jessica is particularly active in emerging technologies, including blockchain infrastructure, tokenized assets, decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, and the metaverse. Her deep regional insight and technical expertise make her well-placed to assist new entrants and established players in the Middle East financial services market.