Challenges to Company Law in the Era of Fintech and Strategies for Financial Regulation Response

Meiran Wan ()
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Meiran Wan: University of Bristol

A chapter in Proceedings of 2025 2nd International Conference on Applied Economics, Management Science and Social Development (AEMSS 2025), 2025, pp 301-308 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This paper delves into the challenges that the financial technology (Fintech) revolution poses to company law and financial regulation, and proposes strategies for regulatory response. The integration of digital technologies into the financial sector has disrupted traditional corporate structures, highlighted regulatory gaps, and raised significant concerns over data privacy and security. The paper examines these challenges in detail, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that fosters innovation while maintaining financial stability and consumer protection. The rapid evolution of Fintech has outpaced the development of comprehensive regulatory frameworks, creating gaps in oversight, particularly in areas such as consumer protection, data security, and the prevention of financial crimes. The paper discusses the impact of Fintech on corporate governance, the need for updated legal definitions to encompass new entities and business models, and the complexities introduced by decentralized and borderless financial services. To address these issues, the paper proposes the development of new regulatory approaches, including technology-neutral regulations that focus on the outcomes and functions of financial services rather than the specific technologies used. It also highlights the potential of regulatory technology (RegTech) to enhance compliance and supervision, as well as the importance of establishing clear guidelines and standards for data protection and cybersecurity in the Fintech sector. International cooperation and harmonization of standards are identified as crucial to address the cross-border nature of Fintech and to prevent regulatory arbitrage. The paper concludes that ongoing dialogue between regulators, industry players, and consumers, along with a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation, is essential to harness the potential of Fintech while mitigating associated risks.

Keywords: Fintech; Company Law; Data Privacy; Regulatory Technology (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-752-6_32

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