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Three V's Put the 'Big' in Big Data
Volume is not the only thing that defines Big Data, says IBM's Simon Waterer. There are two other complicating facets.
Big Data: A People Problem
Today’s college graduates aren't learning how to use legacy financial technology applications and systems, which presents a challenge in the quest to tackle Big Data, according to panelists at today's Big Data Online Summit. By Anthony Malakian
Big Data: A People Problem
Today’s college graduates aren't learning how to use legacy financial technology applications and systems, which presents a challenge in the quest to tackle Big Data, according to panelists at today's Big Data Online Summit. By Anthony Malakian
Big Data Online Summit: Continuous Risk Analysis the Holy Grail for Bigger Data
Thoughts from the primary panel of the day at Waters' Big Data Online Summit
OTC Trading the Battleground in Fight for Liquidity
Nasdaq’s plan to wrest liquidity from Europe’s derivatives market is sure to delight regulators, rile incumbents.
In Sifma Address, CFTC Highlights HFT, Use of Technology
The regulator confirms its approach to oversight of tech-driven market developments in industry conference.
Forum Hits the Ground Running Following Plus TS Acquisition
The company takes on the exchange hosting business with a new name, but familiar faces.
Love of Tech Doesn't Translate to Wanting a Career in It
Young people overwhelmingly like—even love—technology, but few want to pursue a career in it, according to a new survey. But a closer look reveals that the industry may not actually be in trouble.
Love of Tech Doesn't Translate to Wanting a Career in It
Young people overwhelmingly like—even love—technology, but few want to pursue a career in it, according to a new survey. But a closer look reveals that the industry may not actually be in trouble.
Market Participants Weigh Centralized Swap Hubs to Achieve Clearing Certainty
At a recent panel discussion on clearing certainty in a post-SEF trading landscape, industry participants from all sides of the issue debated a centralized, do-it-all hub.
Head Technologists: ‘Evolutionary’ Solutions Can’t Solve Big Challenges
As regulation leaves head technologists hamstrung with higher costs and tightening budgets, firms are looking for a silver lining and new ways to attract talent.
Panel: Desktop Isn't Dead
A group of vendors defended the traditional user interface and revealed a pivot to Asia during the FIA conference.
The Year of 'Co-Sourcing'? Apollo Global Management Links with Gravitas
The expansive services agreement, three years in the making, will feature integrated staffing from credit research functions to data warehousing.
Twitter Hedge Fund Eyes Rebirth as DCM Capital
Derwent transitions to the vendor space with sentiment-based trading platform.
One Little, Two Little, 40 Little SEFs
When the starting gun fires, there are expected to be a multitude of SEF entrants. That number must be pared down for an effective market to commence, officials say.
Developing Maltese Infrastructure Attracts Investors
James Blake, COO for Global Capital, and Kevin Sloane, manager of Linedata, point to a bright future for the burgeoning European minnow.
BST Panel: Outsourcing the Way of the Future
Security concerns won't prevent firms from outsourcing for very much longer, agreed panelists at the Buy-Side Technology European Summit's final session of the day.
BST Panel: Algo Performance More Important Than Speed
Panelists at yesterday's BST European Summit claim asset managers are happy to trade speed for a few basis points of performance.
Renaissance Capital Joins SunGard's Global Network
Russian investment bank will offer connectivity to emerging and frontier markets.
State of the Regulated: CFTC ‘Hopeful' About Finalizing a Torrent of Rules, Definitions
These yet-to-be-finalized rules—which include the definition of a swap—will provide both clarity and controversy as financial institutions work to comply with the regulations and implement new systems and platforms. And the CFTC is not done yet making…
'Modern' Banking Systems Can Bridge Profitability Gap
Modern banking platforms can help banks recover from a 6 percent shortfall in profitability since the financial crisis.
MTS Encourages Fixed Income E-Trading with Tick-by-Tick Data
Pre and post-trade historical data allows for granular analysis of European government bond market.
Portware Retains Broker-Neutral Status with Aritas Tech Acquisition
Vendor buys key technology assets from Pipeline successor.
Unseen No Longer, CTOs Help ‘Set the Vision’ for Buy-Side Firms
Greater requirements surrounding risk mitigation and outsourcing management are transforming the role of CTO, hedge fund and private equity managers say.