GFIN Is The International Network Of Financial Regulators And Related Organisations Committed To Supporting Financial Innovation In The Best Interests Of Consumers.
Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN) was formally launched in January 2019 by an international group of financial regulators and related organisations.
GFIN is a network of over 90 organisations committed to supporting financial innovation in the interests of consumers. It seeks to provide a more efficient way for innovative firms to interact with regulators, helping them navigate between countries as they look to scale new ideas. This includes the ability to apply to join a pilot for firms wishing to test innovative products, services or business models across more than one jurisdiction.
GFIN also aims to create a new framework for co-operation between financial services regulators on innovation related topics, sharing different experiences and approaches.
Gfin Annual Work Plan 2025
We're committed to fostering a regulatory ecosystem that embraces emerging technologies and empowers cross-border experimentation of new ideas. By sharing experiences, working jointly on emerging issues, and facilitating responsible innovation, we aim to drive positive change in the global financial landscape.
From identifying regulatory gaps to proactively monitoring market trends, GFIN plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of finance. We engage in collaborative data-focused activities, gather insights from global markets and regulators, and drive forward-thinking policy initiatives.
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Key Initiatives
Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN) is an international coalition of over 90 financial regulators and organizations dedicated to fostering financial innovation for consumer benefit.
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Cross Border Testing
A company called ‘GFIN Regulator’ appears to be emailing members of the public who have been victims of a scam to offer their services to recoup money that has been lost.
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Regtech
Led by the Australian Securities and Exchange Commission (ASIC), the RegTech Ecosystem Special Unit shares insights on RegTech ecosystems to enhance regulatory knowledge and identify industry collaboration opportunities.
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Greenwashing Techsprint
GFIN's focus on cross-border testing (CBT), or the 'global sandbox,' enables firms to trial and scale new technologies, products, or business models across multiple jurisdictions.
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Suptech
Led by the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), the SupTech Special Unit shares insights on SupTech projects across jurisdictions to inform regulatory programs and plan future collaborations.
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