Digital Sandboxes and Financial Supervision – EU-SDFA Workshop

Digital Sandboxes and Financial Supervision: Best Practices and Future Strategies

The workshop aims to facilitate an in-depth exchange of experiences and strategies on the implementation and development of digital sandboxes as a key tool for financial supervision and innovation. It will explore how regulatory and supervisory bodies can leverage digital sandboxes to test emerging technologies, enhance market oversight, and support financial innovation while ensuring regulatory compliance. The first part of the workshop will focus on real-world applications of digital sandboxes, examining different models, governance structures, and lessons learned from various jurisdictions. Through case studies and expert discussions, participants will gain insights into best practices for designing, managing, and scaling sandbox initiatives. The second part will adopt a hands-on approach, engaging participants in interactive exercises to design strategy plans for digital sandboxes. These activities will focus on defining key components such as technological infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, data-sharing mechanisms, and evaluation criteria. Participants will also explore how digital sandboxes can integrate with broader supervisory tools, such as innovation hubs and regulatory frameworks, to enhance regulatory efficiency and financial sector resilience.