Tabadulat Joins AAOIFI to Strengthen Shariah Compliance

Abu Dhabi, 13 November 2025: Tabadulat, the Shariah-compliant brokerage platform registered with Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and holding In-Principle Approval from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), has officially become a member of the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI). This prestigious membership positions Tabadulat among a globally recognised body responsible for setting standards in Islamic finance.

The inclusion in AAOIFI underscores Tabadulat’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest levels of Shariah compliance, robust governance, and operational transparency, while broadening its suite of ethical investment offerings for Muslim investors worldwide.

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Bahrain, AAOIFI is a leading non-profit international organisation that develops standards in Shariah, accounting, auditing, governance, and ethics for Islamic financial institutions and transactions. Often hailed as the “Gold Standard” of Islamic finance, AAOIFI’s mission is to harmonise global practices, ensuring they are aligned with Shariah principles and international best practices.

Samy Mohamad, CEO and Co-founder of Tabadulat, stated: “Joining AAOIFI marks a significant milestone in our mission to transform Shariah-compliant investing. Our platform is designed to deliver transparency, accessibility, and fairness to every Muslim investor. By aligning with AAOIFI’s globally recognised standards, we are strengthening our foundation for future growth, particularly as we advance initiatives in real-world asset tokenisation and digital asset trading under a Shariah-compliant framework.”

Sheikh Omar Mustafa Ansari, Secretary General of AAOIFI, added: “We are delighted to welcome Tabadulat to AAOIFI. Their dedication to digital innovation and Shariah-compliant investing exemplifies the forward-thinking approach we aim to cultivate across the Islamic finance industry.”

Through this partnership, Tabadulat will gain access to AAOIFI’s comprehensive Shariah and governance frameworks, regular updates, and specialised training programs. Additionally, Tabadulat will have the opportunity to contribute to AAOIFI’s working groups and industry discussions, furthering the development of ethical fintech solutions for a global audience.