The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) recently released a report on the regulatory challenges faced by securities and finance firms integrating metaverse technology. Published on October 24, the report discusses the current metaverse landscape in finance, projected industry growth, and the regulatory obligations firms must meet while exploring metaverse applications.
Regulatory Implications
FINRA emphasized that its existing rules and government regulations apply fully to metaverse activities, just as they would to any other business operations. The authority reminded member firms to consider the regulatory implications when integrating the metaverse into their systems, products, or services. FINRA cautioned that “member firms should…consider the possible consequences for their regulatory responsibilities.”
Growth Projections and Challenges
The report highlights the revenue potential of the metaverse. It projects that revenue could reach $800 billion in 2024 and contribute over $3 trillion to global GDP by 2031. While gaming and industrial applications dominate the metaverse, FINRA noted some unique financial uses, such as data visualization, virtual trading, and digital twins.
However, security and privacy present significant challenges for finance firms entering the metaverse. Given the variety of metaverse platforms and the unique regulatory needs of financial institutions, FINRA stressed the importance of compliance with legal standards. Although the metaverse is an experimental field, the authority clarified that member firms’ regulatory responsibilities remain unchanged.
FINRA also stated that “FINRA’s rules—designed to be technology-neutral—remain applicable if member firms utilize the metaverse in their business operations.”
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