Blockchain
Digital Asset Opens Smart Contract Language to Developers
Blythe Masters says that DAML is designed to reduce the risk of developer error creating broader problems for the market.
IBM Rolls Out 'Skinny' Mainframes for Managed-Services Firms, Fintechs
The service is geared toward firms that are "born-on-the-cloud" and those looking to deploy blockchain platforms and machine-learning tools.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 116: The Perils of Bitcoin; SS&C and Ion Move in on Fidessa
Anthony and James look at some of the negative effects of bitcoin mining and take a quick look at Fidessa’s new suitors.
Bea Martin: The Glue That Bonds UBS
In the April 2018 cover story of Waters, UBS Investment Bank's COO, Beatriz Martín Jiménez, talks with Victor Anderson about blockchain, AI and some of the hurdles she has faced in her career.
Bank of England Announces New Fintech Hub
The latest UK initiative aims to support emerging technologies and innovation for UK fintech sector.
Tradewind Launches Blockchain for Gold
Fintech firm debuts its VaultChain platform to create a more efficient way of trading physical gold.
Utility Belt: How Utilities are Stepping Up
Banks, looking for ways to cut costs and meet regulatory pressures, are increasingly turning to collaborative projects like utilities.
UK Strengthens Fintech Strategy with Australia Pact, Crypto Taskforce
The UK's fintech industry receives a major boost as it forms alliance with Australia and launches a new crypto asset task force.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 114: A Recap of FIA Boca - Blockchain, Crypto, AI, Brexit
WatersTechnology attended the Futures Industry Association's annual conference in Boca Raton, Florida. These are the takeaways.
ASX Considers Blockchain for Fixed-Income Platform
The exchange sees it as a logical development opportunity to make business easier for its customers.
Northern Trust Enables Audit Access for Private Equity Blockchain
The enhancement aims to enable real-time auditing of private equity firms and add transparency into the process.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 113: IBM's Lund on Blockchain's Evolution
Jesse Lund talks about real uses for DLT in the capital markets, lessons learned while rolling out IBM's blockchain platform, and what’s ahead for 2018, and into 2019.
Bitfinex Bolsters Surveillance Capabilities with Irisium Platform
Irisium Surveillance will help the bitcoin exchange to better monitor for volume manipulation, wash-trading and fake liquidity.
DTCC Chief: We’re Going to 'Disappear' As Blockchain Evolves
The head of the US depository system says the utility will not exist in its current form, but will have a central role to play in a post-DLT world.
For Central Banks, Digital Currency Risks May Outweigh Benefits
CPMI's report says existing technology is sufficient at present to deliver the benefits of digital currencies, without introducing new risks.
The Insurgents: Fintechs Are Knocking Off Incumbents
Anthony Malakian says that in just the first two months of 2018, some big headlines are proving just how effective fintechs are at competing with the big players in the capital markets space.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 112: A Look at How Fintechs are Being Disruptive
The past two weeks have seen some major announcements that point to fintechs being even more disruptive than in years past.
Asia’s New Tigers: Exchanges Overhaul Aging Systems
Waters looks at major projects being rolled out in 2018 at exchanges in Japan, Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Europe Unveils Fintech Action Plan
European Commission seeks to build EU fintech lab, promote blockchain and review rules in light of emerging tech.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 111: The Challenges Facing Utilities
The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) released a report looking at the market environment that utilities face. Anthony and James examine its findings.
Extraordinary Re Partners with Nasdaq for Blockchain Insurance Risk Marketplace
Nasdaq will contribute matching engine technology for distributed ledger-powered platform.
Emerging Tech Could Help Push Utilities Forward
European trade group releases report highlighting the challenges and opportunities associated with building industry utilities.
Bitcoin Futures Face Turbulent Times in the Windy City
Bitcoin conquered the world in 2017, but the performance of the futures looks like it will have to wait longer for take-off.
Isda Seeks to Standardize Derivatives Tech with REGnosys Partnership
Isda is hoping that the CDM will bring increased automation and efficiency to the derivatives market, and has tapped a fintech startup, REGnosys, to lead the project.