Switzerland: Federal Council closes consultation on amendment to Financial Institutions Act, including fair marketing and advertising practice requirement

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Federal Council closes consultation on amendment to Financial Institutions Act, including fair marketing and advertising practice requirement

On 6 February 2026, the Federal Council closes the consultation on the amendment to the Financial Institutions Act, including fair marketing and advertising practice requirements. The amendment applies to issuers and promoters of crypto-based assets…

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government

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2025-10-22
in consultation

On 22 October 2025, the Federal Council opened a consultation on the amendment to the Financial Ins…

2026-02-06
processing consultation

On 6 February 2026, the Federal Council closes the consultation on the amendment to the Financial I…