Emerging Technologies
CBOE Enters Bitcoin Data Distribution Deal with Gemini
Multi-year license will allow both companies to explore bitcoin derivatives opportunities
Quantum Computing: Beyond Zeros and Ones
Traditional computers as we know them are reaching a fundamental barrier where they will not be able to solve certain problems or go any faster—enter quantum computing.
Neptune Adds Rabobank and TD Securities as Latest Dealers
Trading network adds banks to bring total dealer members to 24.
Opus Adds Finance and Tech Chiefs to Roster
Glenn Renzulli joins the firm as CFO while Michael Angle takes on an expanded role as CTO
Brexit Brings Boom to Bankenviertel as Tech Firms Eye Frankfurt
Eurozone's financial capital seen as the big Brexit winner as tech vendors begin to follow banks in launching new Germany-based services
AcadiaSoft Launches Consulting Services for Initial Margin Rules
Vendor will provide a service that advises banks and buy-side firms seeking margin-model approval from the Fed ahead of 2018 deadline
Barchart Taps Zacks Vet Sheehy for Institutional Sales
Sheehy will bring a decade of experience at Zacks, plus additional experience of stock analysis, to his new role at Barchart
Waters Rankings 2017: Best Accounting System Provider—SS&C Advent
APX and Geneva prove unstoppable this year as SS&C Advent looks at new ways of serving new clients
July 2017: The Human Factor
In the world of traditional data management versus advanced analytics, some see data managers as sherpas and data science professionals as rocket scientists.
Secret Formula: Sequencing the Genome of Data Scientists
Many firms are creating data science teams to gain insights from new sources of unstructured and alternative data. But finding people with the right skillsets within the financial markets ecosystem is proving to be a barrier that slows firms’ ability to…
DBS Appoints Latiff as New Institutional Digital Head
Banking veteran takes on digital lead for Singapore-based bank’s institutional operations.
Saxo Bank CEO Kim Fournais: The Technology Artist
For 25 years, Saxo Bank has been introducing new trading technologies, thanks to its Chief Executive Officer, Kim Fournais.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 80: All About Digital Currencies (And Some Libor, Politics & Game of Thrones)
There were major moves in the crypto space this week, which James has covered closely. They also discuss Libor's future phase-out, talk politics and analyze Game of Thrones.
Cutbacks and Opportunities: The Market Data Job Market
In spite—or because—of the rising cost and complexity of data, cost-cutting and streamlining initiatives continue at financial institutions. Kirsten Hyde looks at how these efforts are affecting the headcount and structure of market data departments, and…
LiquidityBook Names Twitter Vet Andy Carroll as Chief Architect
Carroll has over 30 years of experience, most recently serving as tech lead of Twitter’s NFL live-streaming project
Euroclear and Paxos Break Up over Blockchain Project
Euroclear abandons Bankchain platform but startup says launch will go ahead in 2018
FCA Puts Libor on Notice for 2021 Phase-Out
UK regulator puts scandal-hit benchmark on notice as industry examines alternative rates
Frontier Finance: Shaky Foundations Hinder Digital Currencies
Digital currencies are going through birth pains as an asset class, but some believe they can become the next commodity of choice for traders
SEC Extends Reach to Digital Currencies
US regulator makes strongest move yet toward overseeing finance’s Wild West
StatPro Enlists Entwistle for Americas Sales
Entwistle has more than 20 years' experience in sales of technology and data solutions to financial markets clients.
Bitcoin Braces for a Blockchain Split
Bitcoin could diverge into two different versions of the same currency on August 1, creating further issues for institutional involvement.
Nasdaq Blends Behavioral Science and Buy-Side Surveillance with Sybenetix Acquisition
Nasdaq purchases buy-side surveillance vendor to integrate behavioral analysis into market oversight
Morningstar Takes Stake in Fund Rating Partner Sustainalytics
The ownership stake will support the continued joint development of sustainable investment products and related tools.
CFTC Approves LedgerX Bitcoin CCP
Long-awaited ruling shows digital currencies are pushing for institutional-grade market structure