Dr Lerong Lu

Dr Lerong Lu is a legal scholar and writer, serving as an Associate Professor of Law at the King’s College London. He is the author of three books: Private Lending in China (Routledge, 2019), Global FinTech Revolution (Oxford University Press, 2024), and Towards Financial Superpower (Oxford University Press, 2025), and has published over 50 research papers.

Dr Lu is a recognised public voice on global financial regulation and FinTech policy. His expert commentary has featured in major international media outlets, including the BBC, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, and The Straits Times.

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On 10 April 2024, Dr Lerong Lu appeared on BBC One to discuss the legal implications of deepfake technology. He examined how deepfakes shape public perceptions of politicians and celebrities, offering viewers advice on identifying deepfake scams. The interview was broadcast nationwide across the UK.

Dr Lerong Lu’s new book, Global Fintech Revolution: Practice, Policy, and Regulation (Oxford University Press, 2024), examines how Fintech innovations like AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data are revolutionising the global financial industry. Featuring real-world case studies from countries across six continents—including Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, UAE, UK, and US—the book offers a global and practical perspective on Fintech’s evolution and regulatory challenges. Aimed at Fintech enthusiasts, professionals, and policymakers, Global Fintech Revolution advocates for well-crafted regulations to foster a more inclusive and sustainable financial future. Now available in major bookstores in the UK and the US and online.