Blockchain
Blockchain Standards Will Bring Widespread Adoption Among Capital Markets Firms
The technology will benefit industry participants the most as a record-keeping network, according to panelists at the recent Sifma Fintech Conference in New York.
The Case of Portugal’s Blockchain
Blockchain could be more than just a disruptive tool for the financial services industry.
NEX to Test New Distributed-Ledger Platform
The platform, called NEX Infinity, will test reconciliation and data services for FX and cash equities.
Cash Is King for Euronext and R3, But for Very Different Reasons
Euronext makes its play for FX through hefty M&A investment, while R3 announces a sizable intake from its own investors.
R3 Gets $107 Million Funding
The consortium calls the first two of three funding tranches the largest raised for distributed-ledger technology.
European Commission Puts €500,000 Into ‘Blockchain Observatory'
The project is designed to provide a further understanding of distributed-ledger technology and its impact on financial services.
JPMorgan Follows Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley in R3 Consortium Exit
JPMorgan becomes the latest bank to withdraw from the R3 blockchain consortium as the industry body seeks to raise $150 million.
Cutting Through the Hype: Finding the Difference Between True Innovation and a Good Use of Buzzwords
Tech executives’ ability to sort through bogus claims around new technology is more important now than ever before.
Broadridge, Banco Santander, and Partners Complete Proxy Voting Blockchain Pilot
The pilot aims to increase transparency in the proxy voting process by tracking vote progress.
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…
Syndicated Loans Blockchain Proof of Concept Successful, Says Credit Suisse, Partners
A blockchain solution seeking to reduce settlement time for syndicated loans is now ready to move to final stages of development.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 61: Automating Processes
Dan and Emilia discuss the pros and cons of implementing an automation solution that’s holistic.
Wall Street Blockchain Alliance Adds Santander Executive to Board
Julio Faura, Santander’s head of research and development for innovation initiatives at Banco Santander, joins trade association’s board of directors.
March Madness: 2nd Annual Financial Technology Trends Tournament
In honor of the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournament starting this week, Dan creates a bracket of the biggest financial technology trends.
Irish Funds, Deloitte Complete Blockchain for Regulatory Reporting Proof-of-Concept
The two organizations developed their proof-of-concept, RegChain, with the participation of five major institutions.
An Overdue Revolution: Blockchain and Syndicated Loans
Banks are exploring blockchain’s potential to reduce settlement times and inefficiencies in the syndicated loan market.
Ex-UBS CIO Oliver Bussmann to Head New Blockchain Venture
Bussmann will serve as president of Switzerland-based Crypto Valley Association.
Bloq Acquires Skry In Bid to Lay Groundwork for AI on Blockchain
This is Bloq's first acquisition, which will see integration of Skry's anomaly detection platform.
Future-Proofing the Investment Bank
In order to best position themselves in a future of dwindling returns, banks must invest in long-term technological advancements and work with financial technology companies.
Northern Trust Releases Blockchain Solution for Private Equity
Private equity firms can use the blockchain solution to open, manage, and administer funds.
Nasdaq Seeks To Move Beyond Blockchain Proofs of Concept
Following its successful proofs of concept with blockchain initiatives, Nasdaq is exploring how the technology can be brought to the wider market.
Cambridge Blockchain Raises $2 Million from Digital Currency Group, Partech Ventures
Fintech vendor's solution aims to help firms with know-your-customer (KYC) costs via blockchain technology.
Buy-Side Tech: 'Alternative Facts' Edition
John offers some alternative facts concerning the buy side and its technology capabilities.
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.