James Rundle
James is the editor of Waters and WatersTechnology.com, based in New York City. Previously, he covered derivatives, technology and market structure for Risk.net, Financial News and the Wall Street Journal. He can be reached by email at james.rundle@infopro-digital.com, by phone on +1-646-490-3974, or via Twitter at @JimRundle.
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CFTC Examining SEF Reform amid Europe Clearing Row
Chairman criticizes European Commission proposals for clearinghouse oversight.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 95: Bitcoin/Blockchain News, BNP's Acquisition, Post-Trade Tech
Anthony and James take a look at some of the biggest news events from the past week.
All Eyes on Innovation in London Next Week
November 15 sees WatersTechnology hosting the first Innovation Summit, at the Hilton Tower Bridge in London.
Chicago Catches Crypto Fever with Barrage of Bitcoin Developments
Digital commodities such as bitcoin have captured the imagination of exchange operators but regulators—and even some market participants—are hesitant.
IHS Markit Sets Sights on Post-Trade Derivatives Automation
IHS Markit, in conjunction with CLS and LCH, will automate post-trade processes for complex currency derivatives but is looking at the entire market.
GDAX Releases Framework for New Digital Assets
Digital currency exchange sets out criteria for admitting cryptocurrencies to trading.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 94: The CME's Bitcoin Play & FSB Worries About AI
CME plans to launch futures on bitcoin in Q4 2017, while the FSB looks at AI as a threat.
The Profit in Playing the Villain
Fintech has proven to be a lucrative industry for both the buy and the sell sides, but for very different reasons, James argues.
FSB Warns Artificial Intelligence Could Present Systemic Risks
Emerging technology could fall outside the regulatory perimeter, and could be impossible for outsiders to fully comprehend.
CME Brings Bitcoin into Mainstream with Futures Launch
Exchange giant takes a major step in developing a derivatives market for the controversial commodity.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 93: Recaps of Sibos Toronto, Risk USA & Sifma DC
This week Anthony and James discuss some of the major stories to come out of three major conferences.
LCH Makes US Head John Horkan COO Amid Post-Brexit Rumblings
Clearinghouse operator makes US head new COO as it suggests it could move to the US post-Brexit if forced.
The CAT Is Out of the Bag
The wide-ranging project will not be delayed, even if aspects of its data collection change.
London Stock Exchange Releases Accelerator Tool for CAT
UnaVista builds tool to simulate requirements of US markets project.
Finbourne Debuts Lusid Platform, Aims to Become Market Utility
UBS Delta, Nomura and RBS vets launch platform that aims to simplify infrastructure concerns for asset managers.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 92: The Best of Sibos Toronto
While at Sibos Toronto, James shares some interviews covering topics on blockchain, fintechs and cybersecurity.
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.
Torstone Fires Up Inferno for Japan, Eyes Nordics
Vendor signs deal with CLSA in Japan and plans to displace incumbent platform.
Identitii Plans Securities Blockchain Pilot, Series A Fundraise for 2018
Blockchain firm is looking at deploying its Ethereum-based technology into corporate actions.
US Market Mulls Next-Day Settlement Options
Elements of the market consider capitalizing on the momentum gained after its recent T+2 move.
Algomi Expands into Custody Market with BNY, HSBC Deals
After a rocky finish to 2016, the London-headquartered fintech firm appears to have stabilized and is looking to the future.
DTCC Eyes Late 2018 for Blockchain-based Derivatives Reporting Platform
Trade Information Warehouse will go live with new blockchain-based system late next year.
Nation States Targeting Banks as Cyber Threat Evolves
Hostile governments are actively attacking banks in US and allies as criminal gangs gain access to nation-state tools.