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FinTech Werkstatt Zurich

FinTech Werkstatt is a Swiss FinTech consultancy based in Zurich, specialising in FINMA FinTech licence applications, regulatory advisory, and compliance implementation for financial service providers.

FinTech Werkstatt
Katarina Brüggler
Fortunagasse 18
8001 Zürich
Switzerland

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Website: https://fintechwerkstatt.ch/

FinTech Werkstatt is a Swiss sole proprietorship operated by Katarina Brüggler under applicable Swiss law.

About FinTech Werkstatt

FinTech Werkstatt supports FinTech companies and financial institutions in obtaining a Swiss FinTech licence under FINMA (Art. 1b BA).

The firm provides structured regulatory advisory, documentation preparation, and execution support throughout the FINMA approval process — from initial feasibility assessment to audit-ready submission and operational readiness.

Regulatory Expertise and FINMA Licensing

FinTech Werkstatt focuses on Swiss FinTech licensing under the Swiss Banking Act (Art. 1b BA).

Services include:

  • Regulatory feasibility and licensing scope definition
  • Preparation of FINMA-compliant documentation
  • Business plan and financial projections
  • Governance, AML/KYC, and risk management frameworks
  • Coordination of audit and submission processes
  • Support during FINMA review and approval

Infrastructure and Operational Readiness

In addition to regulatory advisory, FinTech Werkstatt supports the technical and operational setup required for regulated financial activities in Switzerland.

This includes:

  • FinTech IT infrastructure and integration
  • AML/KYC/KYB solutions and compliance tooling
  • Operational frameworks and reporting structures
  • Scalable environments aligned with FINMA expectations

Risk Management and Compliance

Regulatory compliance is a core requirement for operating in the Swiss financial market.

FinTech Werkstatt provides structured support for:

  • AML/KYC frameworks
  • Risk management systems
  • Internal controls and governance
  • Ongoing regulatory compliance and reporting

Swiss FinTech Ecosystem

FinTech Werkstatt operates within the Swiss FinTech ecosystem and contributes to regulatory alignment and industry development in Switzerland.

Industry initiatives such as Swiss Fintech Alliance support transparency, collaboration, and innovation across the financial sector.

Legal Notice

The content published on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, regulatory, or financial advice.

Regulatory requirements may change and depend on individual circumstances. For binding advice, a direct consultation with FinTech Werkstatt is recommended.

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