Blockchain
2018 to be the ‘Year of Implementation’ for Blockchain
Consortia and bank experts say that the technology is ready to move from theory and pilot projects into full production environments next year.
NEX Optimisation Gets First Third-Party Provider for Infinity Platform
The company partnered with post-trade payments solution provider Baton.
European Commission: Post-Crisis Regulation Must Focus on Fintech
Fintech developments and implementation requires greater regulatory supervision, according to the European Commission's vice president.
DTCC Eyes Late 2018 for Blockchain-based Derivatives Reporting Platform
Trade Information Warehouse will go live with new blockchain-based system late next year.
Swift Mulls Lessons from Blockchain Nostro Pilot
One-size-fits-all approach inappropriate, and interoperability is key, blockchain trial report finds.
ECB: Blockchain ‘Not an Option’ for Central Bank Services
Market participants are also concerned about the industry's ability to introduce changes such as instant settlement.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 91: Sibos Preview; M&A Activity; Blockchain's Evolution
James and Anthony talk about the looming Sibos event in Toronto and take a look at some recent M&A activity and blockchain developments in the capital markets.
There Ain’t No Party Like a Bitcoin Party
Because the bitcoin party is definitely not going to stop and catch fire.
BNP Paribas Pursues 40 Act Acquisition, Readies Live Blockchain Implementation
The French bank looks to make a "big" acquisition, and will go live with an internal blockchain for corporate actions within "weeks."
UBS, IBM Add Four Banks to Blockchain Project
Bank of Montreal, CaixaBank, Commerzbank and Erste Group join trade finance blockchain platform inititative.
Synechron Adds Peter Memon as Head of Emerging Technology
Memon will be tasked with exploring potential partnerships in newly created role.
Technology Takes Aim at Post-Trade Black Holes
The influence of regulation and new technology is prompting a hard look at how post-trade processes can be improved, and perhaps even replaced entirely.
Looking Ahead to BST North America
A preview of next week's conference agenda for Buy-Side Technology's flagship event.
Data, Trading Vet Nadzan Joins AlphaPoint
Nadzan, a former Bloomberg MD, was most recently chief data officer at TradingScreen
Episode 89: JPMorgan's Oliver Harris on Fintechs; T2S Developments
JPMorgan's Oliver Harris joins the podcast to talk about advancements in the fintech world and some of the specific projects underway at the bank.
Nasdaq, SEB Partner on Blockchain for Mutual Funds
The two firms are building a prototype blockchain solution for the Swedish funds market.
Setl Launches Blockchain Platform for Funds Record Keeping
The vendor has built Iznes with the collaboration of four French asset management firms.
WatersTechnology Unveils Inaugural London Fintech Innovation Summit
The WatersTechnology Innovation Summit 2017 is the first European event that focuses exclusively on the fintech industry from a capital markets perspective.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 86: Nasdaq’s Use of Machine Learning & T+2 Comes to North America
Joakim Strid joins the podcast to discuss how Nasdaq is deploying machine-learning techniques for surveillance. Then Emilia David joins the podcast to discuss T+2’s launch in the US, Canada, Mexico and Peru.
Cambridge Blockchain Expands into Europe with Paris Venture
Blockchain startup creates Paris-based subsidiary to accelerate European development.
The Power of Law: Wiener Börse CEO Christoph Boschan
Christoph Boschan on mixing finance with law, Mifid II's flaws, and how Wiener Borse is avoiding a "massive technology trap."
Blockchain Not Yet Ready to Power T+0 Settlement
Blockchain provides easier communication between parties and boasts an immutable record of transactions, but it remains immature.
Digital Information Key for KYC's Blockchain and AI Journey
Companies are developing KYC solutions on a blockchain and exploring AI use cases, but more data needs to be made digital
Blockchain May Fuel Ibor’s Second Wave
Distributed-ledger technology is providing the impetus for renewed interest in Ibor, experts say