02/26/2019
Avaloq strengthens its Ticino base
The new building is equipped with a modern ventilation system, a building management system and it is designed to be furnished with solar panels on the roof.
FinTech
02/25/2019
The rich column: Crypto’s enduring fascination for the wealthy
Wealth managers are hesitant to recommend investing in something unregulated and volatile
02/25/2019
Back to…Crypto!
The Canton of Zug, also known as the “Crypto Valley” is currently the only Canton in Switzerland accepting contributions in kind using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoins, Ethereum or Ripple.
02/22/2019
Considerations for wealth managers to improve their technology stance
Various industry reports suggest that wealth managers are still lacking in confidence when it comes tackling cyber threats.
02/22/2019
Wealth managers face tsunami of change in digital age
A 2018 survey from fintech firm InvestCloud reported that the investment management industry is drastically under-prepared to cater to the digital needs of the next generation of investors – not only in the US, but also in the UK.
02/22/2019
Why banks need to get personal
Banks must address these perceptions and learn to speak the same language as their SME customers
02/22/2019
Interoperability of FinTech firms
Today, fintech firms must rely on advance tools for assessing the suitability of credit, financial product and insurance policies, with particular attention
02/22/2019
SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator
SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator: February notifications 3.42%
02/22/2019
Liechtenstein Bank Creates Cryptocurrency Trading Platform for Institutional Investors
A private bank in Liechtenstein has established a cryptocurrency trading platform for institutional investors. Balzers-based Bank Frick will offer the service through its new subsidiary DLT Markets AG.
02/21/2019
Iress eyes DFM growth to boost profits
In 2018 results posted today, Iress reported a group revenue of AUD$464.6m (£252.8m), up 8 per cent on 2017.
02/20/2019
Global Financial Innovation Network Update
The launch of GFIN follows a successful year for the “sandbox” initiative that the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK brought to market around a year ago.
02/19/2019
Why digitalization is the way forward for private banking and wealth management by Steve D'Souza
Current estimates however indicate that by the end of 2020, 50% of the entire global workforce will fall within the millennial threshold
02/19/2019
LGT deploys Avaloq Banking Suite in Austria
The roll-out complements similar activation projects for LGT with Avaloq in Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Singapore and Hong Kong.
02/19/2019
Baillie Gifford selects corfinancial for global trade processing
Baillie Gifford recognizes the benefits that straight-through-processing and scalability can deliver in helping the firm serve its growing international client base.
02/18/2019
How elite investors use artificial intelligence and machine learning to gain an edge
Much of the technology that elite investors use isn't really new.
02/17/2019
Robots that check you in to apps that open elevator doors – Here are the 5 most hi-tech hotels in Asia
Countering most operators offering a range of personalised experiences is a growing trend of establishments that feature check-in through an app
02/17/2019
PARC Forum: "Ethics and AI – A Fireside Chat with Tolga Kurtoglu and Kara Swisher"
It’s become clear that AI isn’t just another passing tech fad.
02/17/2019
Wealthtech Nutmeg Doubles Down With Goldman's Investment For Global Expansion
The move will likely see Goldman position Nutmeg alongside its retail savings platform Marcus.
02/17/2019
JP Morgan Chase to create digital coin for faster transactions
Move comes after CEO's dismisal of cryptocurrencies as "fraud"
02/15/2019
Personal Capital launches new route to PE investments for HNW clients
Historically, access to non-liquid alternative investments such as private equity has been limited to large institutional investors.