Emerging Technologies
More than a Fun Space: Getting the Most Out of Innovation Labs
Innovation labs have become the norm for most banks, but that doesn’t mean it’s a fool-proof strategy.
London School of Economics Embarks on High-Frequency Data Analysis Project
The project was first conceived in 2009, and will last for three years, beginning in August.
BCS Names Bradley Duke and Tim Bevan as UK co-CEOs
The Russian investment bank appointed two CEOs to better control its expansion.
Synechron Launches AI Accelerator Solutions
The AI accelerators lets financial institutions fast-track programs around machine learning, natural language processing, and robotic process automation.
Axioma Appoints Jacqueline Gaillard as Managing Director for People and Talent
Former International Securities Exchange executive joins New York-based vendor to lead talent management.
GreenKey Adds Gateways to Widen Audience, AI to Handle Mifid II Compliance
GreenKey’s new CEO, Nader Shwayhat, discusses the telephony vendor's latest platform release.
Trumid President Talks Electronifie Acquisition
Mike Sobel explains the thinking behind the deal, and what the future has in store for the electronic corporate bond platform.
Burton-Taylor: Regulatory Data Requirements Drive Global Data Spend Above $27Bn
Burton-Taylor's latest research shows industry data spend higher than anticipated, driven by spend on data to comply with new regulations.
TickSmith, DataBP Ally for Client Data Subscriptions Services
The arrangement between the vendors will make it easier for clients of TickSmith's TickVault data platform to productize and control the data they generate.
AIM Software Appoints Raman CEO
AIM Software has promoted its chief operating officer Gayatri Raman to CEO.
Deutsche Bank’s Head of Innovation Discusses Opening of New York Lab
Elly Hardwick explains why the German bank decided to open its fourth lab in Manhattan, and how all four will work together going forward.
Embracing Change: Ian Thompson, Fidelity International
Ian Thompson discusses creating synergies between technology and operations on the buy side.
FCA Recognizes Mifid II Data Challenges but Reiterates “Real Deadline” Stance
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority is working to ensure its own readiness for Mifid II data challenges, and acknowledges that many firms will struggle with similar issues.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 62: Shadow IT, CFTC’s Giancarlo at FIA Boca
The guys talk about Dan’s feature and Anthony’s trip to Florida for the industry’s biggest futures conference.
Learn to Live in the Shadow: Accepting the Existence of Shadow IT
Dan explains that the only way to properly handle the presence of shadow IT at a firm is recognizing that it’s likely not going anywhere.
Out of the Shadows: The Benefits and Burden of Shadow IT
On the surface, the concept of shadow IT seems simple: A project is started without proper authorization because those involved want to avoid having to jump through the various hoops required to get the green light to build the technology. In actuality,…
Nybo to Lead Burton-Taylor Exchange Research
Research vet Nybo will lead and expand TP Icap-owned Burton-Taylor’s exchange and trading venue research division.
Asset Control Appoints Appleby Sales Head
Data industry sales veteran Gary Appleby has joined Asset Control as head of international sales, to grow clients’ usage of the vendor’s services.
Nasdaq Strategy Exec Louis Joins Hanweck Board
Louis replaces Salil Donde as Nasdaq's representative on Hanweck's board, after Donde left the exchange.
Acadian Asset Management Explores Asset Forecasting with Microsoft Bing
The US firm will experiment with Bing’s data, aiming to develop new ways of predicting asset prices.
SmartStream Nabs Data, Tech Finance Exec Bowler from Asset Control
Officials say the data technology finance vet will be an "integral part of the management structure" that will deliver on SmartStream's growth plans.
SmartStream Names Richard Bowler CFO
Richard Bowler joins SmartStream from Asset Control, where he served as CFO for almost two years.
Plato Gets Access to Trade Informatics’ Plia Platform
Plato Partnership has signed an agreement with Trade Informatics to access the Plia platform in Europe and rename it PliaPlato.
Deutsche Bank Open Innovation Lab in New York
The lab will focus on artificial intelligence, cloud technology and cybersecurity, among other technologies.