Managers of Wealth Fintech

Study Finds Double Spending in Blockchain is ‘Unrealistic’

Incentive Compatibility on the Blockchain

Monzo, Revolut and other challenger banks are shaking up the industry

Their biggest advantage is that they have started fresh with a digital offering and the use of the latest technology available

Report: Fintech Firms in France Raise Record €200 Million Since January

Lendix has experienced rapid growth as it has successfully expanded its operations across Europe.

SS&C Finds Asset Managers' Operating Margins Fall as AUM Declines For the First Time in Five Quarters

Analysis indicates market volatility impacted asset managers in Q1 2018

Intelligent automation could add $512 billion to the global revenues of financial services firms by 2020

Only 10 percent of companies have implemented the technology to scale, with the majority of firms struggling with business, technology, and people challenges.

2018 global blockchain survey

Deloitte’s new global survey of more than 1,000 global blockchain-savvy executives from seven countries and nine industries is a leading indicator of where blockchain is headed.

Tiger Global Management builds $1bn stake in Japan's SoftBank

The Tiger Global Investments hedge fund and the Global Long Opportunities fund built the stake over the past few months.

IRESS sees continued increase in protection new business applications in H1 2018

This growing popularity reflects the positive steps taken by providers in the market to make products more innovative and introducing new initiatives that are engaging more people with the benefits of protection.

Robo and platforms to grow UK assets £100bn by 2023

The focus will shift from the provision of online decision trees leading consumers to a pre-packaged portfolio, and move more towards advice.

Forty per cent of financial firms at risk of MiFID II penalties, research reveals

Employees in the survey agreed that if they could record and recall information more effectively

Evolution not Revolution: Financial Services of the Future

It’s an example of how banks can transform and make their trusted brands stronger. Banking experience and innovation as key, rather than a full-on collision with large technology companies.

Asset managers fear technology-driven new entrants - RESEARCH

Nearly Two-Thirds of Asset Managers Plan to Launch Cross-Border Products

The 15 Biggest ICOs So Far

In Europe, Switzerland stands out as the ICO capital, followed by the UK, the latter rapidly gaining terrain in terms of volume and numbers. Swiss ICOs have raised US$456 million.

Why Many RIAs Refuse to Go Anywhere Near Bitcoin

But in the RIA space the lines are less clear. Most RIAs won’t let their clients anywhere near cryptocurrencies.

EBA warns banks on being too passive or proactive on fintech

Potential risks may arise both for incumbents not able to react adequately and timely

Organizations struggle to make progress with their digital transformation investments

This research surveyed 1,338 business leaders at the manager level or above at 757 organizations.

Dubai Set to Serve as Regional Digital Financial Inclusion Hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia

The report reveals how Dubai is strategically positioned to facilitate development of digitally enabled financial solutions for the region.

The best and worst banks in South Africa for digital experience

“This declining three-year trend may cost Capitec’s its reputation as a disruptor, and is likely due to Capitec’s customers punishing the bank for the platform’s frequent unavailability."

New Report: Banks Increasingly Embrace Data to Reach Underserved Customers

Forward-thinking financial institutions are utilizing new data types and tools in creative ways to better serve new customers in emerging markets.

Could banking with Facebook and Google become the future

Could big tech turn its sights on your banking next?

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