Opinion
Opening Cross: School’s Out!
Simple ways to keep data professionals happy when they return from vacation to the daily grind... assuming you let them take vacation.
Diversify to Survive
John looks at how one example of an FX specialist diversifying its offering vindicates an article he wrote nine months ago.
Golden Copy: Untapped Goldmine
Unstructured data has been around for a long time, but its importance is emerging in new ways
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 28: Larry Malakian (aka, Tony Malakian's Dad)
With Dan on vacation Anthony welcomes on his dad, Larry, to talk about a range of topics.
Turret Transformation: As Communication Systems Evolve, Turrets Will Die Out
Trading turrets are quickly turning into relics of the trading floor and will soon fall by the wayside.
It's Not Perfect, But It's Proof
Proofs of concept still rule when it comes to vendor selection
Opening Cross: My Campaign for Data Democracy Will ‘Trump’ Donald and Hillary
With US political conventions in full swing, Max outlines his manifesto for data democracy.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 27: Trading Turrets, Sifma's CAT Comment Letter
Dan and Anthony talk about the future of trading turrets and Sifma's response to the CAT plan.
So You Want To Be The Best?
Following last week’s Waters Rankings 2016, John considers what it takes for buy-side vendors to be climb to the top of the pile.
Sifma Comment Letter Latest in Long Line of CAT Issues
The hurdles the CAT has faced stem from the SEC giving the power to SROs.
Opening Cross: If Data and Standards Were Easy…
Whether dealing with utility startups or commercial offerings, should you throw your weight behind making something a "standard," or back alternatives in the spirit of healthy competition?
Open Platform: What to Expect When You’re Indexing
Members of law firm Ropes & Gray's intellectual property team discuss the legal precedents behind licensing disputes, and share advice on how firms should treat datasets that might contain copyrightable IP.
Golden Copy: Identification and Verification
Legal entity identifier backers turn their focus to quality, but volume is still an issue
Moving Forward, Looking Backward
John introduces himself as the new deputy editor for Buy-Side Technology and considers how in times of upheaval, we look for the comforts of the past.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 26: Wei-Shen Wong, Waters Hong Kong Reporter, Talks Fintech in Asia
Dan talks with Waters Hong Kong-based reporter, Wei-Shen Wong, about fintech hubs in Asia.
The Reality of Virtual Reality on the Trading Floor
Virtual reality headsets could make their way into financial firms and onto trading floors sooner than you think.
Golden Copy: The Eminence of Governance
The importance of data governance is gaining recognition, making collaboration and leadership more important -- and more challenging
What’s Next for Buy-Side Technology
Anthony introduces John Brazier as the site's new Buy-Side Technology deputy editor.
Responsibility Without Authority
"Consumers must be able and willing to walk away and either buy elsewhere or forgo something."
July 2016: In Fintech, God Is in the Details
The key to successful implementations, Victor says, is to sweat the small stuff.
KYC and Email: A Dangerous Mix
Anthony says that while it’s not often cited as the main reason to move away from email, when it comes to know-your-customer, cybersecurity should be near the top in a pitch meeting.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 25: Buy Side KYC, User Experience
Dan and Anthony discuss their July features.
Measurement Deficit Disorder: Which Data to Measure and How to Measure It
Solving data management and regulatory compliance issues requires having correct and accurate data, but also using the right measures for evaluating the data and the right identifiers as barometers of information. Michael checks out schools of thought on…
Push for Better User Experience Not Just from Millennials
Improving UX isn't just coming from the 20-somethings crowd.