Sell-Side Technology/News
Thomson Reuters Bolsters Estimates System with Date-Transparency Tool
The solution aims to help provide users with improved backtesting and historical analysis capabilities.
Tora Adds AI Tool For TCA
The tool allows firms to better meet strict best-execution requirements under incoming European regulations.
ASX Gives Green Light to Clearing Blockchain
The exchange expects to release the proposed timing for transition for market feedback by the end of March 2018.
House Prepares Bill Delaying CAT amid Ongoing Difficulties
Thesys, in a hearing at a Congressional committee, also said it has lined up over 20 candidates for a chief information security officer post.
Esma: Mifid III Not in the Works
Third phase of regulatory reform is not being actively considered at this point, insists regulator’s chairman.
Trading Tech Providers Itiviti and Ullink Announce Merger
Itiviti and Ullink are merging their operations and offerings, with managed solutions a key driver for the deal.
Nex Gains Esma Approval for Post-Brexit Trade Repository
Nex Regulatory Reporting will run an EMIR trade repository in Stockholm, as derivatives markets in Europe prepare for the post-Brexit era.
Euroclear Taps Societe Generale’s Dupuy as its CIO
Brussels-based central securities depository hires Societe Generale CIO to lead technology operations.
AMF Appoints Moad Fahmi to Spearhead Fintech, Innovation
Regulatory body for Québec financial markets appoints new lead for fintech and innovation programs.
State Street Takes Aim at ESG Analytics with New Platform
The platform builds on its partnership with TruValue and Arabesque to provide access to ESG data and analytics.
CFTC Examining SEF Reform amid Europe Clearing Row
Chairman criticizes European Commission proposals for clearinghouse oversight.
BNP Paribas Gets into 40 Act Business with Janus Henderson Deal
Andrew Dougherty of BNP Paribas Securities Services talks to WatersTechnology about this recent acquisition and what it means for unit going forward.
Neptune Speaks to Bond Liquidity with Symphony Integration
Neptune network embeds Symphony chat functionality to boost communications and trade workflows.
LiquidityEdge Launches Off-the-Run Treasury Bond Trading
Barclays and Credit Suisse have signed up as liquidity providers.
State Street’s Hooley to Retire by End of 2018
State Street CEO will step down by end of next year, newly appointed COO Ron O’Hanley next in line for top seat.
R3, SIA Partner for Faster Blockchain Deployment
Network provider SIA will build its own chain on the Corda platform.
Vietnam’s Saigon Securities Taps Horizon for Warrants and Futures Market-Making
The solution will help Saigon Securities build liquidity of its covered warrant products, and allow it to deal with the complexities around T+2 settlement.
Saxo Names Andrew Edwards as UK CEO
Edwards' appointment as CEO of Saxo UK subsidiary follows foundation of quant unit to develop new risk tools.
Cboe Rolls Out Final Software for Mifid II
The exchange has completed its compliance strategy by releasing its final piece of software.
Solvassure Unveils GDPR Compliance Platform
The regtech firm has released a platform designed for compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation and the Accountability Regime.
LCH Makes US Head John Horkan COO Amid Post-Brexit Rumblings
Clearinghouse operator makes US head new COO as it suggests it could move to the US post-Brexit if forced.
Regulators' Acceptance of Fintech Should Encourage Adoption
Regulatory agencies are starting to take the lead in working with financial technology firms, panelists said.
Industry Adds Voice to Calls for CAT Delay
Confidence in the wide-ranging project has been dented by recent cybersecurity incidents.
London Stock Exchange Releases Accelerator Tool for CAT
UnaVista builds tool to simulate requirements of US markets project.