Guernsey Financial Services Commission

The GFSC is the regulatory body for the finance sector in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. Check here for regular news and updates.

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Guernsey has taken another step forward in digital finance. New changes to the Lending, Credit & Finance Rules will remove unnecessary duplication, reduce barriers to innovation & create greater flexibility for firms developing digital finance services: https://t.co/5J4PZmhHa9

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We welcome the NAIC’s announcement of Guernsey’s application for Qualified Jurisdiction Status, reflecting the island’s long-standing insurance expertise, risk-based supervisory approach & commitment to international cooperation. https://t.co/b4r5xn19vK #GuernseyGrowth2035

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Digital finance is also about better processes. Smart contracts and other tools can support compliance, but automated systems must be properly governed, tested and overseen. Human judgement remains essential https://t.co/3ebnxIE6EI #SmartContracts #AML #GuernseyGrowth2035

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Clarity supports confidence. We are taking practical steps to make the digital finance framework easier to navigate, reduce unnecessary duplication and help interested firms to know where they stand. https://t.co/7DG1hngzam #VASP #DigitalFinance #GuernseyGrowth2035

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The GFSC's Guidance Note on the Tokenisation of Investments gives firms practical clarity on how the existing framework applies to tokenised investments and helps them explore innovation with confidence➡️https://t.co/UCYItqSTV9
#Tokenisation #DigitalAssets #GuernseyGrowth2035

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The GFSC has published its feedback paper on Supporting Growth with Digital Finance. The focus is practical: support credible innovation, maintain high standards and build on Guernsey’s strengths https://t.co/fZqpETxrVw #DigitalFinance #GuernseyGrowth2035

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The GFSC is working with the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority and the Jersey Financial Services Commission to encourage banks to adopt a consistent approach to dealing with “authorised push payment” (“APP”) fraud across the Crown Dependencies.
https://t.co/PtDIThHko3

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We have registered Guernsey’s first fund to qualify for two parts of the Sustainable Funds Regime, marking another milestone for the island’s sustainable finance sector.
See: https://t.co/o0CP5JpAtR
#SustainableFinance #NaturalCapital

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We’ve welcomed Guernsey’s success at the WealthBriefing Wealth for Good Awards 2026, where the island won the Sustainability Programme (UK) category.
👉Read the full story https://t.co/b3vqrNRzQv

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Discover our new AI‑generated podcast, offering an accessible audio companion to the Commission’s 2025 Annual Report and its key highlights, including progress in digital finance and innovation. #guernsey #gfsc #DigitalFinance
👉https://t.co/zHEeKE9V8A

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Last week, we were pleased to host two roundtables on stablecoins. 30+ participants discussed possible use cases of fiat & commodity-backed stablecoins. Insights will inform ongoing policy work with further engagement encouraged.
#DrivingGrowthforGuernsey #DFI

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We’re setting out our approach to supporting smarter use of technology in compliance. Read our response to our recent consultation on how we are enabling innovation in financial crime compliance: https://t.co/FrGNfYhXU1
#DrivingGrowthforGuernsey #GFSC #DigitalFinanceInitiative

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We’re showcasing the Innovation Sandbox & we’ve published detailed information on it, including an updated webpage & new FAQs, reflecting feedback from our Digital Finance consultation. Read more: https://t.co/ekHmDxTEuJ
#DrivingGrowthforGuernsey #DigitalFinanceInitiative #GFSC

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The Digital Forum’s next roundtable on 12 May will focus on different stablecoin models, including fiat‑backed & commodity‑backed structures, the operation of yield mechanisms & how these approaches interact with existing regulatory frameworks. Register: https://t.co/nScZDpCSwr

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A quick reminder that our consultation paper 'Supporting Growth with Digital Finance' closes tomorrow. We look forward to hearing your views: https://t.co/o8U9h2wfpN

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We were pleased to host an interesting & wide-ranging discussion this morning at our Digital Forum breakfast – ‘Unlocking Digital Finance’.
The Digital Finance Initiative consultation is open until 6 March – we welcome your views: https://t.co/hW54dUO6Ch

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We have registered Guernsey’s first Natural Capital Fund, supporting nature‑focused investment. The fund will back large‑scale habitat creation and restoration projects aligned with England’s 2024 biodiversity net gain rules. Read more: https://t.co/eHI5kTYuso

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The Digital Forum’s next roundtable on 3 March will focus on digital finance in the insurance sector. We’ll explore insurers’ use of digital tech & digital assets plus any barriers to adoption. Register: https://t.co/UXgqhRxPZT

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Digital Forum – Unlocking Digital Finance
Mon 23 Feb, 0830, Regency Court, St Peter Port
Join us for a panel discussion to explore current & emerging opportunities in digital finance, with opportunities for Q&A. Register here: https://t.co/t1UuPaLbHF

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A reminder that we publish The Leopard, our quarterly newsletter covering regulatory developments, policy updates & forthcoming priorities across the Bailiwick’s financial services sector. You can read past editions and subscribe for future updates here: https://t.co/nldW6QwXtw