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FCA unveils first 'sandbox' firms

HSBC and Lloyds among first wave of companies to take part in scheme offering lighter regulation to encourage innovation

Lloyds Banking Group is among the companies in the first wave
Lloyds Banking Group is among the companies in the first wave Photo: iStockPhoto

The Financial Conduct Authority has announced the first wave of companies selected to take part in its new scheme offering lighter regulation to encourage innovation in fintech.

The 'regulatory sandbox' aims to offer businesses a chance to test new products under a less restrictive regulatory regime, and is part of a wider effort to foster innovation and promote the UK as a fintech hub.

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