AZB & Partners’ fintech department delivers comprehensive services, combining transactional expertise with regulatory insight to advise on a broad range of matters, including entry strategies, regulatory approval and compliance processes, as well as new product launches and the structuring of contractual arrangements. The practice also offers advice on M&A, data privacy, internal investigations and regulatory aspects of emerging technologies, most notably blockchain, cryptocurrency and payments services. Ashwath Rau leads the practice from Mumbai, and has a wealth of experience in assisting banks, non-banking financial entities, securities market intermediaries, insurance companies, and fintechs. Rohan Bagai plays a central role in regulatory issues concerning payment systems and e-wallets, while Vipul Jain focuses on fintech-related transactions. Aditya Alok and Navdeep Baidwan are also key contributors, advising on matters involving payment providers, online marketplaces, and broader fintech issues.

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