12/20/2018
Citi Partners with Feedzai to Provide Machine Learning Payment Solutions
Citi will be integrating Feedzai’s transaction monitoring platform powered by advanced machine learning technology, into its own proprietary services and platforms
FinTech
12/20/2018
2018’s Digital Engagement Leaders in Asset Management - Robust Personalization and Differentiation
While we saw a number of notable digital experiences, five asset management firms rose to the top.
12/20/2018
Lincluden accelerates and simplifies rebalancing with Advent Genesis
Lincluden went live in June 2018, and has already seen measurable improvements over its previous system – particularly the speed and ease of rebalancing with Advent Genesis.
12/19/2018
‘Bitcoin will be the digital store of wealth in the future’: Mike Novogratz
The process of tokenization is also accelerating with Novogratz pushing for more “tokenized objects” in the future, from “LP interest in funds to arts.”
12/19/2018
America Could Lead the Transition to a Digital Currency Reserve
It would also put the United States at the heart of a more open and equitable financial system.
12/18/2018
Backstop Solutions Group to Acquire BarclayHedge
Leading cloud-based technology provider deepens its productivity portfolio for institutional investors by adding capabilities in alternative investment data and indices
12/17/2018
Online Security Firm Enters Contract with Crypto-Mining Technology Provider
We see this transaction as a validation of Hilltop’s technology and our sales strategy. It’s notable that Island Mining and its CEO have the foresight to recognize that cryptomining without basic security is not an optimal strategy.
12/17/2018
Kofax RPA Wins DM Award for Artificial Intelligence / Robotic Process Automation Product of the Year
Recognised as Finalist in Seven Categories, Kofax Named Leader in New Category Reflecting the Evolution of the Document and Content Management Sector
12/17/2018
Brazilian challenger Nubank breaks down doors with debit debut
This news may not be a big deal to some, but it’s another sign that Nubank is moving along fairly well and trying to shake up the old order.
12/17/2018
Planning for technology stack success BY Bob Conchiglia, SS&C
Are you confident with your technology partners?
12/17/2018
CI Financial to buy majority stake in Canadian robo-adviser
“We are delighted to enter this strategic partnership,” said Tea Nicola, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WealthBar.
12/17/2018
Objectway mentioned in Gartner’s Market Guide for Digital Banking Platforms
This Market Guide provides Gartner’s initial coverage of the market and focuses on the market definition, rationale for the market and market dynamics.
12/16/2018
Global Custodian’s Industry Leaders award winners announced
SS&C’s Bill Stone takes home Lifetime Achievement award as Pershing, Trident Trust, Ultimus, Digital Asset, BNP Paribas and Morgan Stanley all win big.
12/12/2018
Morgan Stanley Announces Technology Partnership with Yext to Enhance Financial Advisors’ Digital Presence and Increase Prospecting Success Through Intelligent Search
By maintaining current page design on the front end and using the Yext Knowledge Engine for our backend website management technology, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors will now be able to quickly and seamlessly engage with clients and prospects in the mo
12/12/2018
Swanest launches Risk & Return Scanner for financial media
The Risk Scanner is easy to include in the website of any financial media and is available in two versions: a white-label solution on a subscription basis, or a branded version with a revenue-sharing model.
12/11/2018
How Cyberattacks Hurt the Wealthy
This is particularly true for ultra wealthy individuals and celebrities with active social media accounts, which some protect with easy-to-decipher passwords, despite their importance.
12/11/2018
SIMON adds six new investors to structured investment platform
The transaction establishes SIMON as an independent financial technology company with a mission to deliver a dynamic marketplace for financial professionals to access structured investments and insurance products with simplicity.
12/10/2018
Why Billionaire Investors Still Remain Positive on Long-Term Trend of Crypto
Throughout the past nine years, Bitcoin has suffered five bubble-crash-build-rally cycles wherein the dominant cryptocurrency dropped by about 85 percent on average and recovered to a new all-time high.
12/10/2018
KoreConX announces partnership with Middle East consultancy firm
In UAE, SMEs account for over 90 per cent of private enterprises and contribute to nearly 47% of Dubai's GDP and 52% of its workforce. It is therefore a top priority this sector has access to cutting-edge knowledge, technology and funding.
12/06/2018
Bold Strategies Crypto Hedge Funds Are Leveraging To Survive 2018’s Never-Ending Bear Market
Amidst this struggle, some hedge funds have been forced to shut down.