[I]n today's financial markets the rapid evolution of international standards and financial regulations makes gaining [the] understanding [of how the flow of information from Switzerland is carefully regulated by the laws and regulations] extremely challenging. This is why, rather than aiming to provide completeness in a topic that is ever-changing, this guide aims to provide practical answers to the questions that professionals might pose, such as: what are the laws and regulations applicable in this field? How does FINMA cooperate internationally in day-to-day matters? To what extent might Swiss-based entities and individuals become involved with foreign authorities? (source: préface de l'ouvrage)