With the midpoint of summer upon us in the UK, many will be planning holidays as a brief pause from otherwise busy schedules. Despite the summer stepdown, there is still plenty to look forward to at the FS Club over the next few months. On Tuesday 16 September, Northeastern University London presents a timely webinar with Dr Giuseppe Brandi: Environmental Data Meets Financial Risk: AI Solutions for a Changing World. For something a little different, consider taking part in the Pepys Day guided tours on Friday 5 September, an opportunity to explore the rich history and legacy of the City. We hope to see many of you there!

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Chaos And Complexity: Sense-Making And Risk Management In Unprecedented Times Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Environmental Data Meets Financial Risk: AI Solutions For A Changing World Tuesday, 16 September 2025

Launch Of Global Financial Centres Index 38 Thursday, 25 September 2025

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Pepys Days Guided Tour Friday, 05 September 2025

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FS Club News

Financial Services Commission Mauritius: Mauritius – Advancing ESG in Financial Services: Mauritius is steadily positioning itself as a sustainable international financial centre by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its regulatory and market frameworks. As part of its commitment to global sustainability standards, Mauritius is embracing responsible investment practices and strengthening governance across sectors. With initiatives like the Sustainable Finance Framework and green bonds guidelines, Mauritius aims to attract ESG-conscious investors and contribute meaningfully to the sustainable development agenda in Africa and beyond.
The regulatory organisations encourage ESG disclosures, and key institutions are promoting green finance, climate resilience, and social inclusion. In this context, the Disclosure and Reporting Guidelines for ESG Funds (March 2025) have been published for investment businesses so that they provide sufficient information on their ESG strategies and products for investors to make better informed decisions. The Guidelines apply to authorised Collective Investment Schemes and Closed-end Funds which use or include ESG factors as their key investment focus and strategy (‘ESG Schemes’) and are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or other widely accepted goals.

Scottish Financial Enterprise: UK financial services leaders are calling on global investors to take a fresh look at Scotland’s key sectors in advance of Scotland’s Global Investment Summit. It will take place in Edinburgh this October, hosted by Scottish Financial Enterprise and the Lord Mayor of London.

The summit provides an opportunity to drive investment into Scotland and the UK in key sectors, including financial and professional services, green energy and life sciences.

The global investment summit, which will open with an event at Edinburgh Castle on October 6, will bring together major international investors, UK business leaders, politicians and policymakers to help unlock the next wave of economic growth for our key sectors.

Busan Finance Center: BIFC expands global presence through overseas branches:
The financial institutions based in the Busan International Financial Center (BIFC) are enhancing global connectivity by establishing overseas branches. These efforts are reinforcing Busan’s position as a global financial hub and facilitating cross-border capital flows.

The Korea Exchange (KRX) has opened its fourth overseas office in London on May 15, 2025, following offices in Beijing (2008), Singapore (2017), and Frankfurt (2022). The London office plans to actively promote and engage in networking activities with global financial institutions located in the UK and Europe, including investment banks, asset management firms, and pension funds. KRX also plans to launch an office in New York later this year. With these regional hubs, KRX aims to expand its derivatives business and attract more global investors.

The Korea Housing Finance Corporation (HF) has also opened its third overseas office in London in February 2024, following Singapore (2021) and New York (2023). HF’s core objective is to boost foreign capital raising for policy-based mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and attract ESG-focused funds. Read the full article here.

Taiwan Academy of Banking and Finance: Taiwan’s TISA Officially Launched: Advancing Long-Term Investing and Retirement Readiness

On 30 June 2025, Taiwan officially launched the Taiwan Individual Savings Account (TISA)—a groundbreaking initiative by the Financial Supervisory Commission and operated by the Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation (TDCC). Designed to foster long-term, regular investing, TISA initially features over 16 mutual fund products from 10+ leading asset managers, with incentives including zero subscription fees and reduced management fees. More than just a product platform, TISA represents a model of public-private collaboration at its best. Starting with mutual funds, the programme will progressively expand to include stocks and ETFs, aligning with broader policy goals. This phased approach reflects Taiwan’s strategic ambition: leveraging TISA’s success to take a key step toward positioning the nation as a regional asset management hub in Asia.

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Dubai International Finance Center: DIFC has published its third Future of Finance report, titled “Emerging Technologies and Finance: AI’s transformative impact on finance and innovation”. Produced in partnership with Asia House, the report explores how AI, blockchain, cloud computing and digital solutions are driving innovation, operational and cost efficiencies, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth for the global financial services industry.
Informed by network-based research and candid discussions with industry leaders, this report uncovers how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are rewriting the playbook for the global financial services industry. Download your copy here.

Astana International Financial Centre: The Astana International Financial Centre’s Green Finance Centre (GFC) has released the Comprehensive Casebook on Sustainable Financial Instruments, showcasing its long-standing efforts to foster sustainable finance across Kazakhstan, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. The Casebook highlights 18 flagship projects supported by the GFC, representing a cumulative value of over USD 650 million. It offers insights into the practical application of sustainable finance instruments, including green, social, sustainability bonds and loans. These instruments have been utilised by companies to implement initiatives addressing climate change, advancing gender equality, and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Azerbaijan. More info here casebook.

Seoul Fintech Lab: Seoul Financial Hub, managed by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, is currently inviting esteemed overseas financial institutions to join our global financial epicenter in Yeouido, Seoul. Benefit from exclusive office space, expert consultation on market entry, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Stay ahead with insights into the Korean Financial market. For further details about Seoul Financial Hub, click here.

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Northeastern University London: NU London is excited to highlight our co-op placement programme with flexible options to suit your business needs. Now is the time to register your interest to secure your co-op placement student for 25-26. With flexible options available all year round and typically lasting from 4-6 months, a strategically aligned placement could bring the skills and extra support you are looking for. For your organisation, an immersive co-op placement means bringing in talent from diverse backgrounds and with outstanding skillsets, to support your organisation's growth and development.

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- Flexible resource for your organisation’s needs
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To find out more, register your interest with our partnerships team today by clicking here.

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GFT Financial Ltd: Sponsorship of AWS FS Symposium: GFT is delighted to have been a key sponsor of the recent Amazon Web Services (AWS) Financial Services Symposium 2025 in London – an incredible event that underscores the strength of our strategic partnership and the shared vision we have for driving innovation in financial services.
It was a packed day of inspiring discussion and presentations from key clients, partners and colleagues, presenting transformative solutions across banking, payments, capital markets and insurance. We were inspired to hear how AI is helping to transform the future of financial services, including GFT’s new offering known as Wynxx, which is driving efficiency and accelerating the entire software development lifecycle.
Latest press releases: GFT Acquires SAP Specialist Megawork to Accelerate Strategic Growth: GFT has agreed to acquire 100 percent of Megawork Consultoria e Sistemas Ltda. (Megawork), a leading Brazilian SAP consultancy, in a strategic move that aligns directly with GFT’s five-year strategy. The acquisition advances the company's goals for high-value added service growth, expanded profitability, and deeper integration with major Independent Software Vendors. To find out more, click here. Read the full newsletter publication here.

Bridgeworks: Bridgeworks Decodes WAN and Data Acceleration at Bletchley Park: Eighty years on from V.E Day is a time to commemorate those who fought and died for our freedom. For Bridgeworks, a couple of weeks after this year’s commemorations, it’s also a poignant moment to visit the home of modern British computing at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire – the historic place where visitors can learn about how WWII’s codebreakers helped to secure victory over Nazi Germany by breaking the Enigma code.
Around 35 delegates attended the exclusive partner event, that was also supported by Nuvola Distribution, on 22nd May 2025. Jamie Eykyn, Chairman of Lymington-based Bridgeworks, gave the introduction and comments: “It was delightful to be talking at such an historic venue as Bletchley, which to us is poignant because today we still rely on cryptography to secure data transmissions over Wide Area Networks, and the work of Alan Turing led to modern computing.”
Eykyn served as an Officer in the Grenadier Guards and saw active service in the 1950s. He therefore comments: “It’s extremely relevant to hold an event near to VE Day, and it’s worth noting that Bletchley Park cracked the Japanese code too.” Read the full article here.

Sponsorship Opportunities We currently have opportunities available to partner with Z/Yen as a sponsor for our ongoing research into the development of financial centres. If you may be interested in sponsorship of the Global Green Finance Index or Smart Centres Index, please get in touch with Mike Wardle.

Z/Yen Launches Ethical AI Course with CISI Register Here

The Chartered Institute For Securities & Investment, in collaboration with Z/Yen Group and Professor Michael Mainelli, have launched a Certificate in Ethical Artificial Intelligence. The short online course deals with the core definitions and global developments in the field of AI, associated ethical dilemmas, and the implications for financial services. Find Out More

The Chartered Institute For ITBCS Foundation Certificate in the Ethical Build of AI This course introduces the key issues in ethical AI and equips you to design and build AI ethically, navigating risks from security to human rights.

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