This important book analyses recurring issues within financial services regulation relevant to the use of technology, at a time when competition is moving towards greater use of technology in the financial services sector. Iain Sheridan assumes no advanced knowledge of computers and related technology topics, but where necessary encapsulates the essential aspects to offer a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the regulation of finance and technology.

Key features include:

• Cutting-edge coverage of topics within technology
• Drawing together the different strands of financial regulation and technology
• Succinctly encapsulating the essence of complex topics, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, intellectual property and quantum computing
• Furthering readers’ understanding of the key case law, regulation, authoritative financial services regulator guidance and international standards governing these specific themes.

Financial Regulation and Technology will be crucial reading for legal counsel and compliance officers in asset managers, banks, platforms and FinTech SMEs looking to consolidate their knowledge of financial regulation and technology issues.