Symposium | FinTech and the Future of Finance: Law, Innovation and Regulation | MNLU Mumbai | 9th May 2026
Symposium | FinTech and the Future of Finance: Law, Innovation and Regulation | MNLU Mumbai | 9th May 2026
1st International & 2nd National Symposium on FinTech and the Future of Finance: Law, Innovation and Regulation:
Organisers:
- Centre for Information Communication Technology and Law (CICTL), MNLU Mumbai
- The Dialogue, in association with IQAC, MNLU Mumbai
- Internship Partners: Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Khaitan & Co.
About the Institutions:
- MNLU Mumbai: Established under the Maharashtra National Law University Act, 2014, it is among India’s premier national law universities, committed to advanced legal education and socially relevant research.
- CICTL: A flagship research centre at MNLU Mumbai, engaging with law, technology, and policy through symposiums, workshops, and consultations.
- The Dialogue: A leading public policy think tank focusing on technology regulation, fintech, AI, and digital competition, bridging innovation and regulation.
About the Symposium:
Scheduled for 9 May 2026, the symposium explores the evolving fintech ecosystem, where financial activity is increasingly mediated through digital infrastructures. India’s India Stack (Aadhaar, UPI, Account Aggregator) has expanded access but also raised concerns around privacy, algorithmic governance, and systemic risks. The event will critically examine the balance between financial inclusion and regulatory oversight in light of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the proposed Digital Competition Bill.
Themes:
- FinTech Regulation and Policy Frameworks
- Artificial Intelligence in Financial Systems
- Data Protection and Privacy in FinTech
- Crypto Assets and Blockchain Regulation
- Digital Lending and Algorithmic Governance
- Consumer Protection in Digital Financial Services
- Competition Law and FinTech
- Cross‑border Data Flows and Financial Regulation
Call for Abstracts & Paper Presentation:
- Phase 1: Abstract submission (max 500 words) → shortlist of 30 authors/teams.
- Phase 2: Full paper (6000–8000 words) & presentation (20 min + 10 min discussion).
- Evaluation by experts from academia, regulators, and law firms.
- Selected papers published in an ISBN‑bearing edited volume.
- A Knowledge Report will capture key insights.
- Outstanding participants may be considered for internship opportunities.
Important Dates:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 27 April 2026
- Acceptance Notification: 28 April 2026
- Working Paper Submission: 6 May 2026
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: 5 July 2026
- Symposium Date: 9 May 2026
Fees & Registration:
- Paper Submission: ₹2,000 (single author), ₹3,000 (co‑authored).
- Delegate Registration: ₹1,000 (mandatory for all participants).
- Non‑shortlisted paper applicants may attend as delegates without extra fee.
Prizes:
- 1st Prize: ₹10,000
- 2nd Prize: ₹7,000
- 3rd Prize: ₹5,000
Submission Guidelines:
- Working Paper: 2000–3500 words
- Full Paper: 6000–8000 words
- Formatting: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing; APA 7 citation style.
- Originality: ≤10% similarity; ≤20% AI‑generated content (must disclose).
- Blind review process; max two authors per paper.
Contact Details:
- Email: cictl@mnlumumbai.edu.in
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