Sell-Side Technology/Analysis
Vendors Offer Advice on Improving User Experience
Where do firms need to improve when it comes to UX?
The Low-down on the DTCC’s Distributed-Ledger Technology Initiative
The DTCC's Rob Palatnick chats to Victor Anderson about his firm’s use of distributed-ledger technology and when we might see its deployment in a live, production environment.
Symphony CEO Talks Markit Partnership
David Gurle, founder and CEO of Symphony, talks about what led to the deal.
FMLC CEO Discusses EU Benchmark Regulation
Joanna Perkins shares her thoughts on a possible benchmark withdrawal
Communication Key to Regulatory Influence, Gaining Better Support from Rule Makers
Opening the lines of communication is the answer to questions around effecting regulatory evolution and getting regulatory aid.
Industry Experts Define "Regtech"
Mounting regulations have given rise to a what some say is a new business sector: regtech.
Data Scientists in Capital Markets Can Learn from Netflix
Tarundeep Dhot, director of advanced analytics at CIBC, said the preeminent data science project is the Netflix recommendations list.
Firms' Public Cloud Concerns Based on Regulatory Interpretation, not Technology
Panelists discuss the biggest hurdles firms are facing when it comes to moving systems to the public cloud.
Buy vs. Build: Know When to Outsource
Technology executives discuss when to look for outside assistance on an internal project.
Symphony Executive Discusses Mobile App Launch
Barry Castle, chief marketing officer for Symphony, gives some background on the messaging service's latest release.
Former Blue Cross Life Canada CEO: Regulatory Oversight Coming for Fintechs
Jim Gilligan, the recently retired president and CEO at Blue Cross Life Canada, spoke at a WatersTechnology conference about the challenges large firms face while innovating.
With Blockchain, Don't Boil the Ocean
Peter Cherecwich, president of global funds services at Northern Trust, shares his thoughts on blockchain.
Moving on Up: BNP Paribas Securities Services' Gallagher Talks Growth Goals, New Regulatory Positioning
The firm is looking to increase its position in custody services from fifth to fourth largest in the world.
Clocking the CAT
Firms will need to focus on their clocks when it comes time to start reporting to the CAT.
WSBA’s Quaranta: Education is Key to Unlocking Blockchain Adoption
Ron Quaranta, chairman of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, explains that education is the key to encourage the adoption and roll-out of blockchain and distributed-ledger technology.
SEC's Luparello: Stream of Regulations Won't Stop Soon
At Sifma Ops, SEC's director of division of trading and markets said the number of regulations coming down the pipeline won't end anytime soon.
ABN Amro Innovation Team Signals Wider Move to Assess Blockchain
Banks are investing more in assessing the potential of blockchain technology
Sifma Ops: Panelists Compare US T+2 Move to Europe's
Panelists at Sifma Ops 2016 in Miami Beach discussed what US firms can learn from Europe's move to T+2.
Chertoff: Internet of Things Is Biggest Future Cyber Threat
Speaking at Sifma Ops 2016, former US Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff said the biggest cyber threat five years from now will be the Internet of Things.
BNY Mellon CIO: Blockchain Useful for Resiliency
Suresh Kumar discusses his firm's approach to one of the hottest technologies in the space.
The Importance, or Lack Thereof, of Data Scientists Understanding the Business
Panelists at NATAS debate the pros and cons of data scientists having domain knowledge.
NATAS C-Level Panel Focuses on Machine Learning
Executives say AI and machine learning are some of the most important technology trends going forward.
NATAS Panel: Identify Business Strategy Before Innovating
Financial firms need to determine which systems best serve their strategy before completely overhauling their IT infrastructure
CFTC Policy Advisor: New US President Means Big Changes for Dodd–Frank
CFTC's Justin Slaughter said whoever is elected the next president of the US will likely make major changes to the Dodd–Frank Act.