Data
Beware the Commodity Swap Data Swamp
Data quality for over-the-counter commodity swaps reported to swap data repositories, as mandated by the Dodd–Frank Act, has worsened since reporting began more than four years ago, with some blaming the CFTC, while others blame resistance by the SDRs to…
Spread Cuts NJ Wireless Latency
Spread officials say the wireless network offers the lowest latency and fastest data processing time of any wireless network between the datacenters.
Index Provider Solactive Selects Former Derivatives Association Exec Vollmuth
Vollmuth's previous role at the German Derivatives Association saw him work closely with regulators and industry bodies on structured products regulation.
FCA Enhances Technology Firepower and Warns on Mifid II
The regulator says that it cannot create a layer of permitted compliance below European standards.
EquiLend and Trax Partner on SFTR Solution
The front-to-back SFTR service will cover all eligible asset classes.
Clearstream, HedgePole Partner for Alt Fund Data Service
Service aims to help fund investors and distributors maintain hedge fund portfolios.
FISD Unveils ‘Level 2’ of FIA Certification Program
The first Level 2 module will focus on data licensing, aimed at a broad range of industry professionals, especially developers, who need to be aware of the limitations and costs associated with the data they use.
Symphony Promotes Chan, Ucak to Head Asia Business
The pair will be tasked with growing Symphony's business across North and South Asia.
SmartStream Hopes Collaborative SI Utility Can Solve MiFID II Dilemma
Reference data and post-trade automation technology provider is meeting with banks in an effort to solve systematic internalizer conundrum.
Big XYT Launches Hub for Tick Data Analytics, Signs Bats Data Distribution Deal
The XYT Hub provides access to tick data from varied sources through a common interface. Big XYT has signed up Bats as its first data distribution partner, but plans to make a broad range of exchange data accessible via the new Hub.
McKay Adds LME Metals Data to QED
The metals data will be available over the QED service at datacenters in the UK, Europe, and the US.
CJC Reshuffles Senior Tech Roles, Expands Board
CJC has promoted Peter Williams to chief technology officer, replacing co-founder Paul Tomblin, who becomes chief information officer.
TickSmith Names Fintech Vet Rodrigues to Board
Rodrigues has more than 25 years' experience in senior management and strategic advisory roles.
Thomson Reuters Incorporates Visible Alpha Research Management Tools
Officials say integrating Visible Alpha's research management tools into Eikon will help firms prepare for new rules governing research provision and payments under MiFID II.
FTSE Makes ICB Changes to Support Growth, Industry Change
FTSE Russell, index provider, to roll out series of updates to ICB standard for end of 2018.
AlphaSense Hires Sales Head in NY
Part of Kolstein's responsibilities in New York will be to grow AlphaSense's sales presence in New York, where he is based.
FlexTrade Taps Dataminr for Macro News Feed
The vendor says MiFID II has driven its clients to explore alternative sources of data, such as social media, to meet best execution requirements.
CSS Eyes Asia Expansion, Seeks Acquisitions
Compliance Solutions Strategies reveals plans to boost presence in Asia and target acquisitions.
Symphony Adds Ex-Bloomberg Sales Manager Birshan to UK Team
Birshan previously spent 15 years at Bloomberg in a variety of sales roles, having started at the vendor as an analyst.
Nasdaq Explores Asia Alt Data Additions to Analytics Hub
In addition to datasets already under consideration, the exchange could also include data from Asia and other parts of the world across asset classes in the future, reports Wei-Shen Wong.
ICE Extends Connectivity to Japan with Go West Deal
The Go West consortium describes its mission as "to create more efficient access to global financial markets by offering the fastest and lowest latency route between Chicago and Tokyo... at a reasonable cost."
Avelacom Deploys Metamako FPGA Switch at CME Datacenter
Officials say the move will significantly reduce latency within CME's Aurora datacenter.
Web Financial Moves Evans in US Push
In his new role, trading technology veteran Chris Evans will help lead Web Financial’s expansion into North America.
Deutsche Börse and Illuminate Financial Pour $5 million Into Reg Solution Firm
Demand for outsourced trade reporting solutions is driven by upcoming regulatory deadlines.