The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has opened a public consultation on a draft decision that would approve rules for the creation and operation of financial platforms, or marketplaces, in the Kyrgyz Republic. The draft is framed as a response to the rapid development of digital financial technologies and the expanded use of fintech solutions, including higher requirements for anti-fraud and information security systems, a move to digital documentation, and measures to protect personal data. It also seeks to address the absence of rules setting timelines and procedures for refusing registration or cancelling the registration of financial platform service operators. Comments and proposals are requested by 13 January 2026.