The United Arab Emirates is inviting the world's cryptocurrency and technology entrepreneurs to build their fortunes in Dubai, but Radha Stirling warns that sweeping new financial regulations could leave some facing imprisonment, devastating fines and the loss of their businesses.

"This year also carried deep sadness with the loss of Marcus Fakana, whose story will never be forgotten and whose family remains in our thoughts."

Christopher Emms, 33 year old British Citizen wanted by the FBI for conspiracy