June 18, 2026/IOSCO
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) published today its Report on Supervisory Technology (“SupTech”). The Report is a summary of a survey of 49 jurisdictions on their current and expected future use of SupTech tools for supervision and regulatory oversight.
Authorities are increasingly seeking to integrate SupTech into core supervisory functions. Artificial intelligence, data access, and cloud infrastructure are seen as critical enablers, with efficiency, timeliness of information reception and analysis, and improved capabilities driving adoption.
Consumer and investor protection, along with capital markets supervision, are currently the most developed areas of SupTech application, but interest is shifting toward new domains such as digital assets.
Authorities primarily use mid-level technologies, supported by transaction data and traditional fraud tools. High-tech ambitions remain strong, particularly for advanced analytics and machine learning, but funding gaps are slowing progress. Cyber risks and resource constraints remain significant barriers for further SupTech adoption overall.
The report also highlights the need for more structured long-term workforce planning to complement the integration of SupTech tools. External hiring is currently prioritized over internal capability building, and upskilling efforts rely heavily on online and ad hoc training.
The Report was coordinated by IOSCO’s SupTech Forum, established in 2026 as a space of exchange and discussion for regulators on the ways technologies are changing and shaping their work.
“SupTech is becoming an essential part of modern securities regulation. This report shows that authorities are increasingly using technology to enhance the efficiency, timeliness and effectiveness of supervision, while also recognising the importance of sound governance, cyber resilience and appropriate resources. As markets evolve, IOSCO will continue to support its members in sharing experience and building supervisory capabilities that promote investor protection, market integrity and financial stability.”
– Jean-Paul Servais, IOSCO Board Chair
“The SupTech Forum was created to provide a platform for regulators around the globe to exchange experiences and insights, at both strategic and technical levels, on how technology is reshaping supervision.
This report highlights both the progress made and the challenges that remain, particularly in the areas of data, cybersecurity, skills and funding. It also sheds light on the opportunities ahead and the potential for technology to further strengthen the effectiveness and efficiency of supervision.
The Forum’s ongoing work, including the launch of the SupTech Sprint on Digital Assets in Zurich next week, further illustrates the value of practical collaboration in supporting authorities as they explore the use of SupTech to supervise rapidly evolving sectors such as digital assets.”
– Marlene Amstad, Chair of IOSCO’s SupTech Forum, Chair of the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA)
