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FMA: Appoints specialist roles in FinTech and Integrated Financial System

November 5, 2020

FMA has announced the appointment of two new specialist roles focused on deepening the regulator’s expertise in two evolving and important sectors
FinTech entrepreneur Binu Paul appointed as Specialist Lead and Fiona Whyte who has a banking and regulation background appointed as Specialist Lead
Appointments reflect the regulator’s support for innovation in financial services and commitment to supporting New Zealand’s transition
In relation to the Integrated Financial System role, demand for responsible or green investments continues to rise
Both specialist roles will engage with industry stakeholders to help them understand the FMA’s role and approach
They will also be the FMA’s leads in its dialogue with other government agencies and departments