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Blog Series

Regulatory Sandboxes: What Have We Learned So Far?

A regulatory sandbox is a framework set up by a regulator that allows FinTech startups and other innovators to conduct live experiments in a controlled environment under a regulator’s supervision. In this blog series, CGAP takes a critical look at the concept and how it has evolved in different parts of the world. We also explore the practical aspects of setting up and implementing a regulatory sandbox.

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Blog
01 August 2019

Running a Sandbox May Cost Over $1M, Survey Shows

CGAP and the World Bank surveyed regulators across 30 countries to find out how and why they’re using regulatory sandboxes and what it takes to run one.
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Blog
30 April 2019

Do Regulatory Sandboxes Impact Financial Inclusion? A Look at the Data

CGAP estimates that less than 25 percent of sandbox-tested solutions address financial inclusion. Here's how to change this.
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Blog
14 February 2019

A Growing Trend in Financial Regulation: Thematic Sandboxes

More regulators are experimenting with "thematic sandboxes" that are designed to advance a specific policy goal. Here are three types of thematic sandboxes we've seen emerge over the past year.
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Blog
18 December 2018

A Better Way to Create a Regulatory Sandbox

Regulatory sandboxes usually evolve over time. Why not start with a simple version that's easy to update based on user feedback?
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Blog
03 December 2018

One Thing Regulators Should Do Before Launching a Sandbox

Financial regulators should consult with industry early and often if they are thinking about creating a regulatory sandbox.
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Blog
14 November 2018

Global Financial Innovation Network: Not Global Yet

The rapidly evolving FinTech space has many regulators worried about their ability to keep pace. A new global network of regulators aims to offer practical guidance and promote cooperation in the space, but to succeed it will need a diverse membership.

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