Protecting Retail Investors: Combating Digital Financial Fraud in the Modern Era

In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, digital technologies are transforming how retail investors interact with financial markets. While this digitalisation creates new opportunities, it also presents unprecedented challenges, particularly in the form of sophisticated online fraud, manipulative practices across platforms and social media, and AI-powered scams.
 
IOSCO stands at the forefront of addressing these challenges through multiple strategic initiatives, including:
- Regulatory frameworks for digital engagement practices
- Collaborative engagement with online platform providers
- Guidelines for managing finfluencer activities
- The innovative I-SCAN (International Securities & Commodities Alerts Network)
 
This panel by the IOSCO Committee on Retail Investors (C8) brings together international regulatory experts to discuss practical solutions and preventive measures in combating digital financial fraud. Speakers will share insights from successful initiatives and explore emerging approaches to protect retail investors in an increasingly complex environment.