Tech East Podcast

What if the regulator could help you innovate, not just regulate?

In this episode of the Tech East Podcast, Tech East's Tim Robinson is joined by Kallie Wang and Gary Hurst from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to explore the support available to FinTech startups, scale-ups and established businesses.

From free innovation sandboxes and AI testing tools to navigating regulatory requirements and preparing for authorisation, the conversation reveals how the FCA is helping businesses turn innovative ideas into market-ready propositions.

The discussion also explores the importance of engaging with regulators early, common mistakes founders make when seeking authorisation, and how the FCA is supporting innovation beyond London, including across the East of England.

Whether you're developing a new financial technology product, preparing to scale or simply want to better understand the regulatory landscape, this episode offers practical insights into the opportunities available.

Featuring:

• Tim Robinson — Tech East
• Callie Wang — FCA, Regulatory Sandbox and Innovation Pathway
• Gary Hurst — FCA, Payments and E-Money Authorisations

Discover how regulation and innovation can work together to help ambitious FinTech businesses grow.

Useful links

https://www.fca.org.uk/firms/regulatory-sandbox/climate-scenarios-cohort

https://www.fca.org.uk/firms/support-services

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