Opinion
Looking for Innovation in the World of Ideas
Wearable sensory technology, and a self-critical approach to methods of managing data are just two elements out there that can keep data operations sharp. Michael examines how these can enhance intuitions about financial data.
Regulators Are Holding All the Cards, But Will They Play Them?
After years of rigorous sell-side regulations, the buy side is experiencing its turn in the spotlight as the eventual implementation of Mifid II approaches, but John thinks the European regulators need to decide on a more clearly defined position.
Bloomberg Point/Port Apprehensions Are Not Going Away
Surveys of fixed-income market participants not showing any increased optimism over Bloomberg’s acquisition of Barclays Point risk analytics platform.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 38: Bruno Campenon, BNP Paribas Securities Services
Dan talks to with Bruno Campenon, Americas head of custody and clearing services for BNP Paribas Securities Services, about the bank gaining approval to be a custodian for CME Clearing.
One Chain to Rule Them All?
Industry experts weigh in on how many blockchains are needed in the industry.
CDOs Must Build Bridges, Not Silos
"Market data and reference data functions are, if not unifying into a single unit, converging under a common structure."
Plugging Away: Embracing Open Standards
The Hyperledger Project and various ISO efforts on display at Sibos show that the future is non-proprietary
October 2016: Where Do Startups Go to Die?
When it comes to survival as a fintech startup, Victor says, it's all about sales. If, as the CEO of a startup, you do not spend every hour of every day focusing on sales, you and your business will fail. Period.
Opening Cross: Making a Clean Break
Breaking off from Intercontinental Exchange may genuinely offer a new start for the Interactive Data Managed Solutions business—just as a clean break has for other recent examples.
Thomson Reuters Takes Aim at the Buy Side
Thomson Reuters' acquisition of Redi Holdings shows that the firm is serious about bringing a greater presence to the buy side.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 37: CBOE-Bats Deal, Machine Learning for Social Media
Dan and Anthony talk about CBOE agreeing to buy Bats Global Markets.
Twitter's Value Rising in More Ways Than One
The social media company's stock isn't the only thing that's improving.
Opening Cross: Convergence Part 2, and Why It’s Crucial in an Age of Data Divergence
Divergence of datasets and data types will inevitably create convergence of data management functions.
Golden Copy: Sibos Preview
Organizing body's efforts for KYC and ISO 20022 will be in the spotlight in Geneva
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 36: Thomson Reuters-Redi Deal, Chicago Trading Technology Summit
Dan and Anthony discuss Thomson Reuters’ purchase of Redi and the most recent Waters event.
Accenture Announces Editable Blockchain Prototype, Internet Reacts
Dan looks at both sides of the argument focusing on Accenture's new blockchain development.
Singapore, Collateral & SS&C’s Latest Acquisition: A Week in Review
John considers some of last week’s top BST stories, including SS&C’s acquisition of Wells Fargo’s fund administration business.
Golden Copy: Data's Hot New Accessory
Innovator's sensory 'VEST' could impact how reference data is read and evaluated
Opening Cross: The Convergent Series: Data Science Friction
Is the emergence of CDOs undoing the separation of market data and reference data functions? And is that the right way to go?
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 35: September Features with Emilia David
Dan chats with US staff writer Emilia David about their September features.
Lessons Learned from Samsung's Struggles
Even in a world where time is money, it doesn't always pay to be first.
Politicians and Tech Startups: A Match Made in Westminster
John matches up UK political party leaders with their most likely financial technology startups.
Opening Cross: Making Waves Across—and Beneath—the Oceans
Increasingly interconnected finanical markets present a range of challenges for trading firms looking to leverage their experience and technologies across regions and asset classes.
Golden Copy: It's A Legal Matter From Now On...
With a nod to Pete Townshend, nuances of the law in financial data regulations, especially in Europe, could become the most challenging aspect of compliance