Standards
Artificial Intelligence: From Winter to Spring
AI is experiencing a renaissance, but some are concerned that it could carry hidden risks.
ANNA Unveils ISIN Lookup Service
Users will be able to search for instrument and identification codes free of charge.
ESMA Preps for Machine-Readable Financial Reports for 2020
Officials say the new reporting standard will eliminate manual processing and re-keying of data from EU-based issuers' financial reports.
The Research Renaissance: An Examination of How Quantitative Analysis is Evolving
Although it still needs more time in the oven, technology is powering a quiet revolution in research and analytics—and the fusion of the two may transform the investment process.
Refreshed FIBO Incorporates Semantic Web Standards
EDM Council releases new version of FIBO that takes account of Semantic Web standards.
Sibos 2017: Disrupting the Disruptors
The key themes from this year's industry mega-event.
Regulators Warn on Lack of "Basic" Cybersecurity Protections
Panelists at the Sifma Annual Meeting felt attacks could be prevented if cybersecurity was treated as an integrated business process.
Technology Takes Aim at Post-Trade Black Holes
The influence of regulation and new technology is prompting a hard look at how post-trade processes can be improved, and perhaps even replaced entirely.
Report reaches for UPI harmony
Guidance published on global Unique Product Identifier applying to OTC derivatives transactions
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.
New York Firms Feel the Heat from New Cyber Regs
State regulator's rules come into effect for a broad swath of financial firms in New York, presenting unique challenges.
Digital Information Key for KYC's Blockchain and AI Journey
Companies are developing KYC solutions on a blockchain and exploring AI use cases, but more data needs to be made digital
Blockchain May Fuel Ibor’s Second Wave
Distributed-ledger technology is providing the impetus for renewed interest in Ibor, experts say
Mifid Gears Grind into Motion as Systematic Internalizers Emerge
Market codes release shows over a dozen new entities registered in activity ramp-up
The Balkanization of JavaScript
JavaScript has spawned many different frameworks and libraries—each with some cutting-edge functionality, and each with its own set of challenges. In this environment, CTOs must balance allowing freedom to experiment with new tools while making sure the…
R3 Supports Isda for Blockchain Standards Work
Blockchain consortium will work with trade body for common standards on smart contracts and distributed-ledger development
ESMA Preps Financial Instruments Reference Data System Launch
The Financial Instrument Reference Data System (FIRDS) will go live on July 17, 2017.
State Street, TruValue Ally for ESG Data Standards
State Street and TruValue Labs have announced an agreement to promote the adoption of industry-standard ESG data.
Trax Gets FCA ARM Nod, Awaits Test Details
MarketAxess’ Trax unit has received FCA approval to test transaction reporting capabilities under MiFID II, but is waiting for details of what the tests will involve.
Derivatives Service Bureau Begins ISINs-for-OTC-Derivatives Testing
The Derivatives Service Bureau will continue to roll out instruments onto the testing platform over the next month.
ISO Unveils FinTech Data Standards Committee
The committee, which will promote standards in finanical data and technology, is headed by three industry experts.
EBA Releases V2.6 of XBRL Reporting Standard
Supervisory reporting taxonomy updated to improve reporting features validation rules.
ISITC Names BBH's Choinski Chair, Appoints New Board Members
Choinski has served on ISITC's board for the past 12 years before becoming chair.
ANNA Opens Consultation on ISIN Fee Model
Agency invites public comment on how its bureau will charge for ISINs for OTC derivatives, will provide more information via webcast