Regulation
Variation Margin Requirements: The New Big Bang
On March 1 this year, a new set of requirements for variation margins on derivatives trades take effect that will affect nearly all market participants across both cleared and non-cleared derivatives. In the run-up to the deadline, John Brazier finds…
Regulation in 2017: New Day, Same Concerns
Between Mifid II and talks of dismantling Dodd–Frank, it might seem like a volatile period ... but when it comes to tech, how much has really changed?
A Tighter Leash on Regulation
The new administration has made comments about regulation's future that could put some policies on thin ice.
System Down: What Is Reg SCI's Future?
The future of some regulations are in question, Reg SCI just might be one of the casualties.
300 Pages of Confusion in the Name of Transparency
Particpants need more clarity on Mifid's trade reporting requirements
IPC, Verba Partner for Skype Recording
Both hope to offer larger regulatory compliance solutions to clients.
February 2017: The US Unleashes Its Trump Card
Despite an anti-regulation stance, the Trump administration is unlikely to completely repeal Dodd–Frank, Victor says.
Asset Management One Taps Ullink for Xilix Pre-Trade Risk, Compliance
Japanese investment group implements pre-trade risk and compliance elements of Ullink’s Xilix execution management system.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 55: All Things Mifid II
Dan and Anthony chat about four recently-published features from Waters and Inside Data Management that look at various aspects of Mifid II. This week’s podcast is sponsored by SmartStream.
McObject Unveils V.7.1 of eXtremeDB Financial Edition to Tackle Regulatory Data Demands
The enhancements in version 7.1 position McObject as a provider of underlying technology to help firms meet MiFID II's best execution requirements and the demands of FRTB.
CIP Cap Merges Vendors for RegTech Powerhouse
The deal will combine three vendors with a wealth of regulation- and compliance-related technology solutions.
BNP Paribas Securities Services Invests in Compliance Fintech Firm Fortia
Fintech vendor specializes in development of machine learning, artificial intelligence for compliance and regulatory requirements.
SEC's First-Ever COO to Leave Regulator in February
Jeffery Heslop was named the SEC's COO in 2010.
LSE, Boat Services Offer Smart Report Router for Mifid II
Open-access Smart Report Router to determine when trade reports to be published under new Mifid II obligations.
LSE, Boat Services Launch Tradecho Mifid II Smart Report Router
Open access Smart Report Router to determine when trade reports to be published under new Mifid II obligations.
CFTC Acting Chairman Giancarlo Makes Several Appointments
New director of DMO, acting director of DOE, acting director of DCR and advisor on fintech all named.
RegTech Vendor AQMetrics Adds Execs
Kipp and Connolly will strengthen the company's regulatory reporting and compliance business.
NICE Actimize Releases Operational Risk Solutions
Both solutions are seen to cut inefficiencies when investigating compliance issues.
CFTC's Giancarlo Provides a New Look, Not Halt, on Regulations
Dan explains why the CFTC's new acting chairman won't be repealing everything in sight.
Risk Focus Launches Regulatory Subsidiary RegTek
New subsidiary vendor to exclusively focus on regtech solutions, to offer set of compliance solutions from Report-it suite.
Silverfinch Adds PRIIPs Templates to Reporting Hub
Templates allow for data aggregation and distribution of KIDs
The Reporting Drama of Mifid II
Under Mifid II, asset managers will be responsible for fulfilling their own trade and transaction reporting requirements.
January 2017: The (Probably) Final Countdown
With MiFID II just 12 months away, Max previews this issue of Inside Data Management's focus on the upcoming European regulation.
The Long Arm of the (European) Law: MiFID II's Impact on Asia-Pacific
Depending on their activities, MiFID II's regulatory requirements could still impact firms in Asia.