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Editor’s Picks: Our best from 2025
Anthony Malakian picks out 10 stories from the past 12 months that set the stage for the new year.
Despite regulatory thaw in US, major questions remain globally for 2026
From crypto and tokenization to the CAT to consolidated tapes to T+1’s advancement, the regulatory space will be front and center in the New Year.
The next phase of AI in capital markets: from generative to agentic
A look at some of the more interesting projects involving advanced forms of AI from the past year.
Market data costs defy cyclicality
Trading firms continue to grapple with escalating market data costs. Can innovative solutions and strategic approaches bring relief?
Will overnight trading in equity markets expand next year? It’s complicated.
The potential for expanded overnight trading in US equity markets sparked debate this year, whether people liked it or not.
AI & data enablement: A looming reality or pipe dream?
Waters Wrap: The promise of AI and agents is massive, and real-world success stories are trickling out. But Anthony notes that firms still need to be hyper-focused on getting the data foundation correct before adding layers.
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As trading firms embrace AI, so do hackers
According to a Google cybersecurity report, cybercriminals are turning to AI to sharpen their attacks.
Data managers worry lack of funding, staffing will hinder AI ambitions
Nearly two-thirds of respondents to WatersTechnology’s data benchmark survey rated the pressure they’re receiving from senior executives and the board as very high. But is the money flowing for talent and data management?
AFTAs 2025: All the winners and why they won
Here are the winners of the 31 categories making up this year’s American Financial Technology Awards.
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Editor’s Picks: Our best from 2025
Anthony Malakian picks out 10 stories from the past 12 months that set the stage for the new year.
The next phase of AI in capital markets: from generative to agentic
A look at some of the more interesting projects involving advanced forms of AI from the past year.
As trading firms embrace AI, so do hackers
According to a Google cybersecurity report, cybercriminals are turning to AI to sharpen their attacks.
Data managers worry lack of funding, staffing will hinder AI ambitions
Nearly two-thirds of respondents to WatersTechnology’s data benchmark survey rated the pressure they’re receiving from senior executives and the board as very high. But is the money flowing for talent and data management?
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Waters Wavelength Ep. 343: Broadridge’s Jason Birmingham
This week, Jason Birmingham of Broadridge talks with Tony about the importance of fundamentals as technology rapidly evolves.
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