Managers of Wealth Fintech

Accenture adopts German accent for AI research

According to Accenture, AI is a major growth and productivity factor for the economy

Great Leap Forward For Asia's Emerging Market Banks

The application of information technology to finance is at a historical turning point.

Alphabit to raise US$300mil to invest in digital currencies

New global fund says sector in great position to strengthen further

Fund times with BNP Paribas blockchain-powered platform

One of the main objectives of the platform is to speed up the onboarding process.

Blockchain Pioneer nChain Acquired Ny High Tech Private Equity Fund

The acquisition will assist nChain to continue the growth of its research activities and advance its mission to accelerate blockchain adoption globally.

Japanese Banks to Increase Blockchain Trials

As reported by the «Nikkei Asian Review» the association is aiming to provide a common platform for members of all sizes to run experiments with the technology.

Singapore robo-advisor StashAway receives in-principle approval for Retail Fund Management License from MAS

Currently, robos in Singapore only serve accredited investors, and have yet to empower all investors.

Is South Africa set to issue a national digital currency?

The South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) could take things further by issuing a national digital currency.

Bitcoin Mainly Used as Speculative Investment in Southeast Asia

In Southeast Asia, Luno has operations in Malaysia, one of its largest markets, as well as in Indonesia, where activity has been growing consistently.

How a new breed of investment providers are challenging DIY and discretionary management incumbents

While fund managers are launching funds focused on the theme of robotics and increasing automation, investment houses are using new technology to bring more accurate, efficient and cheaper products and services to investors.

Robo-advisors now seeking high net worth clients

Robo-advisors are not just for younger folks who don’t have much money to invest

Japan Finally Recognizes Bitcoin After Long Battle

The Japanese bill distinguishes between digital currencies like Bitcoin and electronic money.

Banks Unite Around Ripple to Launch Blockchain-Based Cross-Border Wiring Service

Several banks around the world have already adopted Ripple, a payment protocol and exchange network.

Is your workplace AI ethical, or even useful?

So what does AI mean for the future of our workplaces? Everything – if we use it right.

Managed Fund Titans Eye 2018 for Blockchain MVP Launch

There are pain points in data management and in the exchange of information that maybe could be solved with blockchain

Robots Are Replacing Humans at All These Wall Street Firms

The layoffs due to automation are an industry-wide shift.

Hong Kong’s monetary authority unveils trade finance platform based on blockchain technology

Their project was designed to demonstrate the feasibility of using the distributed ledger technology known as Blockchain to reduce the risk of fraudulent activity, while increasing business transparency, operational efficiency and productivity in trade fi

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