Managers of Wealth

IMF and World Bank unveil Fintech Agenda

Fintech could transform the financial markets through which monetary policy actions are transmitted

Crypto-asset markets: Potential channels for future financial stability implications

The FSB’s report includes an assessment of the primary risks present in crypto-assets and their markets, such as low liquidity, the use of leverage, market risks from volatility, and operational risks.

PwC eyes blockchain opportunities and risks

The past spring, PwC debuted a Blockchain Validation Solution to help authenticate transactions for clients.

The fear of the blank screen by David Veal, corfinancial

The cause of this alarm is the harmless practice known as ‘exception management’.

HSBC Global Private Banking Partners with iCapital Network to Enhance Alternatives Offering for High Net Worth Clients

The partnership is part of Global Private Banking’s initiative to enhance investment management capabilities and expand its product offering for high-net-worth clients.

HSBC Global Private Banking Partners with iCapital

“Our partnership with iCapital provides our clients with the platform and technology to access a broader product suite and seamlessly integrate alternatives into their investment allocations.”

Common Reporting Standard and Internet of things may Increase Cyber risk to Family Offices

This information is sent by family offices and stored at financial firms and also communicated and shared with tax authorities—thereby creating additional points for unauthorised access.

BNY Mellon introduces chatbot Selina to handle institutional clients’ trading queries

The bank is committed to streamlining operations and improving services as part of its fintech push, says Sammi Cho, chief executive of the Hong Kong branch

Crypto firm wins Finma asset manager licence

The firm received its first Finma go-ahead in June when it became the first company of its kind to receive a distribution licence.

Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Move Closer to Banking-Wealth Management Synergy for Clients

The app now also lets clients log in using biometric authentication, such as fingerprints and facial identification, according to the press release.

Wealth tech firm gets new owners

FNZ is now the European market leader with a broad service offering.

BITA Risk and First Rate Partner to Offer Integrated Wealth Management Solution

“We believe that it will be a step change to be able to bring the opportunity of full GIPS compliant performance analysis to our clients,” said Daryl Roxburgh, Global Head of BITA Risk.

Singapore's first robo-advisor unveils next level in customer experience

CONNECT by Crossbridge has also optimised its existing user interface based on extensive user testing and analysis to provide an enhanced wealth management experience.

High Net Worth New York Property Tied to Blockchain

The high net worth property contains twelve units measuring 1,700 feet with a current appraisal of $ 30 million.

‘Call out crypto demagogues and cynics’

Mr Green concluded: “There is already a huge and continually growing appetite for cryptocurrencies and blockchain."

Capgemini acquires 20 percent stake in Indosuez's outsourcing arm

This equity investment confirms the strategic ambition of the two groups to set a global benchmark in technology outsourcing services and banking transactions for the wealth management sector and mid-sized universal banks.

Swiss vs Singapore in Crypto Race

Cryptocurrency firms or companies issuing coins face hurdles in accessing bank accounts as they pose risks for banks.

IRTA launches new ‘IRTA Principles for RegTech Firms’

Work on these Principles will be ongoing; following the webinar, the IRTA has issued a ‘Call for Input’ to gather feedback from RegTech stakeholders around the globe and will publish a second iteration in March 2019.

How artificial intelligence is transforming the financial ecosystem

The new physics of financial services

Fintech credit markets around the world: size, drivers and policy issues

Fintech credit offers an alternative funding source for businesses and consumers

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