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Waters Wrap: S&P-IHS Markit and the Land of Giants (Also, More on AML Tech)
Anthony provides some of his initial questions and thoughts following the S&P-IHS Markit deal. He also takes a second look at AML technology after getting some sage feedback.
Fidelity Quietly Shutters ActionsXchange; Low Margins of Corporate Actions Biz Blamed
Officials remain silent on the closure, which has been in the works since last year, sources say.
Two Former Fidessa Employees Make Push into OMS Interop Space
Two former Fidessa employees are working with Glue42, which in turn is working with Fidessa and Ion, on bringing interoperability to the OMS space.
SEC Issues Another CAT Reprieve as Monday’s Milestone Passes Quietly
While the CAT is now live, few—if any—are reporting. Additionally, there are still concerns among large broker-dealers about the CAT Reporter Agreement.
People Moves: AWS, DTCC, Refinitiv, CloudMargin and More
A look at some of the key recent 'people moves', including Adam Honore (pictured) who joins Amazon Web Services from CME Group.
Sluggish Back-Office Systems Added to Margin Pressures
Systems supplied by FIS struggled to handle a massive spike in March trading volumes, according to multiple sources.
FIS to Double Down on RegTech and Multi-Asset Coverage
The company's Investment Operations Suite for asset managers is adapting to regulation and changing investment strategies alongside clients.
FIS Acquires Virtus to Expand Managed Services in Credit Space
FIS is looking to integrate Virtus technology platforms into its back-office solutions.
The Secret Source: Machine Learning and Open Source Come Together
A deep-dive into how capital markets firms are using open-source tools to experiment with machine learning.
FIS Turning to Machine Learning for Private-Equity Solutions
FIS is pushing to add greater automation for its private-equity business in an effort to streamline workflows.
Waters Rankings 2019: All the Winners and Why they Won
This year's Rankings featured several companies that were involved in major acquisitions over the last 12 months.
DTCC Sets Testing Schedule for SFTR Services
Third-party partners and clients to begin testing SFTR messaging and connectivity to its Global Trade Repository in two months.
TNS Hires Fintech, Data Sales Exec Burke for BizDev
Burke has also worked at CJC, FIS and Activ Financial, covering sales, service, and account management.
SimCorp Taps Ex-TIA Technology CEO Kromann for COO
Kromann will oversee global sales and marketing for SimCorp.
Wavelength Podcast Episode 155: Martin Boyd of FIS; A Look at the CAT
First, some pointed comments about the Consolidated Audit Trail and then Martin Boyd discusses the fintech market.
CAT’s Tale: How Thesys, the SROs and the SEC Mishandled the Consolidated Audit Trail
WatersTechnology investigates the torturous journey to create a stock-trading database for the US, and where the project goes from here.
NeoXam Hires Data Sales Vets in Key Growth Markets
The vendor is positioning its sales force to meet anticipated increases in demand for data management solutions from buy-side firms and tier-two banks around the globe.
MAR and Mifid II Compliance: Consequences for Trade Surveillance
The implementation of Mifid II in January 2018, along with the existing Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) introduced new responsibilities and obligations for market participants