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Switzerland wants to Improve Framework Conditions for Blockchain
During its meeting on 7 December 2018, the Federal Council adopted a report on the legal framework for blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) in the financial sector. The report shows that Switzerland’s legal framework is well suited to dealing
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Swiss Federal Council Adopts Implementing Provisions for Fintech Authorisation
From 1 January 2019, companies that operate beyond the core activities characteristic of banks will be able to accept public funds of up to a maximum of CHF 100 million on a professional basis subject to simplified requirements. During its
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Federal Council Wishes to Allow FinTech Innovation
Bern, 20.04.2016 – During its meeting today, the Federal Council instructed the Federal Department of Finance (FDF) to examine the need for regulatory action in the innovative financial technology (FinTech innovation) area. At the same time, it reiterated that the
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