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

Guernsey
Joined November 2014
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: ow.ly/cBIu50ZOHfb
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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 ow.ly/5Iix50ZvOv1 #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. ow.ly/NZzw50ZuZYx #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➡️ow.ly/UxWB50ZtQzJ #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 ow.ly/fJgn50Zt8F9 #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. gfsc.gg/news/crown-dependenc…
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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: gfsc.gg/news/commission-regi… #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 ow.ly/v7HE50ZcIBH
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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 👉ow.ly/iMbs50Zcix9
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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: ow.ly/FFp750YV5sv #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: ow.ly/xTvx50YSpir #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: ow.ly/iqCM50YMJmN
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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: engagementhub.gfsc.gg/survey…
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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: ow.ly/uKzs50YklvR
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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: gfsc.gg/news/commission-regi…
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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: ow.ly/TPxY50Ygziy
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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: engagementhub.gfsc.gg/events…
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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: gfsc.gg/commission/news-and-…
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