LAW 433 - Law of Financial Technology Seminar.

This course will provide an in-depth look at the regulation of Financial Technology (Fintech) in the United States. Fintech refers to technological innovation in the financial services sector. This course will look to a specific regulated entity, known as a money transmitter, to explore key issues for in-house lawyers in the U.S. For example, business models, getting properly licensed, compliance programs, contractual negotiations, and board governance issues that can come up, among many others. Students will leave this course understanding more deeply how money moves in the U.S. and how it is regulated. There are no prerequisites for the course. Two hours. Bombace