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Modernizing Governance, Risk and Compliance Strategy
Sponsored forum: MarkLogic and Intel
Webinar: Modernizing Your Governance, Risk and Compliance Strategy
In this webinar sponsored by MarkLogic and Intel, industry experts discuss addressing data management head-on to create a GRC strategy and build a better business
War of the Clouds: An Inside Look at how Google, Microsoft, IBM & Oracle Are Chipping Away at AWS
The next great battle in the financial services space might not be in the blockchain or AI spaces—although they will play a role. No, the next monumental shift in the technology space is likely to be the public cloud sector. Anthony Malakian looks at how…
Webinar: Making Enterprise Data Quality a Reality
In this webinar sponsored by Bloomberg, industry professionals examine the importance of defining the role of data governance in ensuring good data quality
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 64: Open Source, Cyber, AI – A NATAS Recap
Dan and Anthony discuss the North American Trading Architecture Summit.
The Technology Impacts of Mifid II (Part 3)
Ullink's Richard Bentley focuses on the changes likely to occur in the relatively mundane yet hugely important post-trade environment in the wake of the introduction of Mifid II.
If It’s Europe, It’s Mifid II: The Directive Will Seep Into Every Trade
"Meredith Gibson, director at Meredith Gibson Advisory, stressed the importance of speeding up the processes of putting together and following a full compliance strategy, given that there would be significant complications for anyone who might fall…
Will Fractured Europe Be Left Behind in Post-Brexit Order?
The future of Europe is clouded in uncertainty and John says without consolidation, asset managers may find themselves struggling to keep up with international competitors.
Robo-Advisors Permeate Asian Markets
Robo-advisors are gradually becoming more popular in Asia, especially among retail investors. While it will take some time, these advancements—and the technologies that underpin these platforms—are likely to seep into the institutional space in years to…
April 2017: Headlines and Deadlines
"But what about the January 3, 2018, Mifid II deadline? To what extent are capital markets firms’ minds concentrated on that deadline?"
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 63: Acquisition Analysis, Rise of Data Spend
Dan and Anthony analyze four big deals from the past month and look back on data spend in 2016.
Breaking the Code: Maintaining Legacy Infrastructure with Code Modernization
Code modernization is seen as a way to seize on advances in computing power to handle larger amounts of data on legacy systems.
Embracing Change: Ian Thompson, Fidelity International
Ian Thompson discusses creating synergies between technology and operations on the buy side.
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.
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,…
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 61: Automating Processes
Dan and Emilia discuss the pros and cons of implementing an automation solution that’s holistic.
CRM Practices Under Scrutiny: Examining How GDPR Will Affect Asset Managers
The GDPR will mainly affect less organized asset managers, as well as vendors that might need to provide modifications to their CRM systems.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 60: Bill Murphy, Blackstone CTO
Blackstone’s head of technology returns to the podcast to talk about how firms can handle technical debt.
Why Can’t the Buy Side Get to Grips with Mifid II?
With nine months left to prepare for the arrival of Mifid II in Europe, John asks why the buy-side community is still struggling to get to grips with how the regulation will impact technology infrastructures and applications.
Skynet Is Falling: A Rational Fear of AI
Artificial intelligence is becoming more sophisticated. And, while she understands the benefits of this evolution, Emilia confesses that every new advancement in AI also scares her.
Will OTFs End OTC Markets?
Aggelos explains that both the European Commission and the European Securities and Markets Authority have been explicit in their communication when it comes to derivatives trading in general and transparency around OTC products in particular, in the run…
An Overdue Revolution: Blockchain and Syndicated Loans
Banks are exploring blockchain’s potential to reduce settlement times and inefficiencies in the syndicated loan market.
March 2017: Master and Servant
Artificial intelligence will change the world, but Victor wonders whether it will get too smart for its own good.
The Technology Impacts of Mifid II (Part 2)
In the first article of this three-part series, Richard Bentley looked at the implications of Mifid II for banks’ and brokers’ technology stacks to support their electronic order flow, with specific focus on pre-trade workflows. He now turns his focus to…