The purpose of the association is to promote independent research, education, and methodological innovation in the financial market and digital financing. The association conducts research on the structures, risks, and developments of financial markets, as well as on traditional and digital financial instruments, and develops experimental, data-based, and AI-supported analysis models for research and educational purposes. The association may engage in any activities that are suitable or necessary to promote its purpose. The association does not pursue any commercial purpose and does not engage in activities that are subject to financial market regulatory approval. The funds of the association are used exclusively to pursue its purpose.