05/16/2017
Fintech is about to become a big part of the CFA exams. This is what you should know
The first category includes financial analysis, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and algorithmic trading.
Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance
05/15/2017
HK, UK regulators sign fintech agreement
Cooperation agreements are absolutely vital in fostering an environment of fintech innovation on a global scale.
05/15/2017
International law firm launches online hedge fund start-up resource in Hong Kong
As Hong Kong continues to develop as an asset management centre in Asia, hosting a large concentration of international fund managers, LaunchPlus is an innovative addition to the local startup scene.
05/15/2017
International law firm launches online hedge fund start-up resource in Hong Kong
As Hong Kong continues to develop as an asset management centre in Asia, hosting a large concentration of international fund managers, LaunchPlus is an innovative addition to the local startup scene.
05/15/2017
U.K. watchdog uses algorithms to track funds' governance
TPR will split the data into about 30 different groups based on retirement plan characteristics
05/14/2017
Challenger banks under pressure to meet ringfencing rules
Smaller banks forced to comply with rules intended to prevent another bailout
05/12/2017
Malaysia creates framework to drive digital investment management
Licensed portfolio management companies may provide digital investment management services if they satisfy all the requirements
05/12/2017
Could Cryptocurrencies be the Ultimate Tax Haven?
What makes it all worse is that under a Liberal government, you’ll end up being worse off.
05/11/2017
Hargreave Hale goes live on Dion Global’s MiFID II package
Our new cloud based modules also allow a speed of deployment that gives Hargreave Hale and other clients quicker access to the significant business benefits that our solutions provide.
05/11/2017
BearingPoint launches a MiFID II/MiFIR reporting solution
The revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) and the accompanying Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation (MiFIR) take effect on January 3, 2018.
05/09/2017
Malaysian securities regulator introduces robo-advisor framework
Digital investment management is a fund management business which incorporates innovative technologies into discretionary portfolio management services.
05/09/2017
The Global Privacy Handbook 2017: key developments in 58 jurisdictions across the globe
This Global Privacy Handbook offers a glimpse of notable privacy developments and emerging privacy issues and trends in 58 jurisdictions across the globe.
05/08/2017
5 Requirements to Position Banking Organizations for Growth
The banking industry continues to be surrounded by uncertainty, with no definitive path for success.
05/08/2017
Vizor Software Selected by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas
Securities Commission of The Bahamas goes live with Vizor regulatory supervision software
05/08/2017
Tighter rules unveiled for HK platforms and robo-advisers
The regulator has also suggested that online platform providers may be forced to sign post extra warnings to investors about the risks of such products before the point of sale or advice.
05/08/2017
Dubai Commodities Clearing Corporation Launches ‘ActiveRisk’ Risk Management System
DCCC also offers Clearing Members the option of settlement in multiple currencies along with accepting a wide range of collaterals against margins.
05/08/2017
Fintechs fight plan to bar screen scraping and protect European banks
It can also be used to steal data or, depending on your point of view, legitimately gather business intelligence.
05/04/2017
Will EU’s new data reg hit your bank?
These regulations apply not only to banks and financial service companies in Europe, but also to U.S. banks that offer any services to EU residents and vice-versa.
05/02/2017
Old Mutual Ends Contract With IFDS, Chooses FNZ
Management estimate this would have cost in excess of a further £50 million and taken a further two years post migration to deliver.
05/02/2017
India to see regulations for fintech space soon
Over the next quarter, insurtech may come into its own in India, according to the report.