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Title: Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority: Safeguarding Stability and Encouraging Innovation in the Principality’s Financial Sector

About the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA)

The Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) is an integral and independent supervisory body that plays a pivotal role in maintaining the financial stability of the Principality. This regulatory body is committed to protecting customers, rooting out abuses, and upholding recognized international financial standards.

Role and Responsibilities of the FMA

As the primary financial regulatory authority in Liechtenstein, the FMA is charged with overseeing the activities of financial market participants within the Liechtenstein Financial Centre.The organization drives the implementation of international financial regulations and represents the Liechtenstein government during the drafting of financial market legislation at a European and global scale. The FMA maintains a strong presence in all major financial supervisory bodies at the European and global levels.

  • Protecting customers
  • Rooting out abuses
  • Upholding recognized international financial standards
  • Driving the implementation of international financial regulations
  • Representing the Liechtenstein government in drafting financial market legislation
  • Maintaining a strong presence in major financial supervisory bodies

FMA’s Role in the Fintech Sector

In the rapidly evolving world of financial technology (fintech), the FMA is leading the charge in embracing innovation and the implementation of new business models. To foster this growth, a dedicated department and competence team have been established under the FMA’s Regulatory Laboratory.

- Embracing innovation
- Implementing new business models
- Fostering growth

Functions of the FMA’s Regulatory Laboratory

The FMA’s Regulatory Laboratory functions as the primary point of contact for market participants within the fintech sector, making the FMA a key player in the development and growth of this burgeoning industry within the Principality.

  • Serves as the primary point of contact for market participants in the fintech sector
  • Key player in the development and growth of the fintech industry within the Principality.