Regulation
FCA Sets Regulatory Roadmap for Crypto
The introduction of a regulatory framework could revitalize interest in waning ICO funding.
IT Advances Insufficient to Beat Compliance Challenges
Outsourcing reporting could create technological dependencies that could add to firms’ problems in the future.
Industry Lukewarm on ‘Quick Fixes’ to PRIIPs Rules
Many fear performance scenarios will remain misleading and expose providers to mis-selling claims.
Bloomberg Gets Dutch Approval for ARM and APA
Authorization enables Bloomberg to continue servicing its EU27 client base following Brexit.
Encompass Adds Bisnode for KYC
The integrated offering will enable Nordic institutions to automate KYC and customer onboarding processes more effectively.
Regtek.Solutions Hones in on SFTR
Fintech hires SFTR specialist and beefs up its reporting tool.
Concerns Mount as Trade Repositories Face Brexit Split
Months away from the UK’s departure from the EU, much of the industry is still in the dark over operational requirements post-Brexit, and time is running out.
Tradeweb, Bloomberg Gain Dutch Approval Ahead of Brexit
The green light will enable the firms to continue serving their EU27 clients following Brexit.
Esma Calls for Unified Crypto Rules in Europe
The EU's market cops have urged the adoption of a unified approach to crypto assets across member states.
DTCC Trade Repository Receives Swiss Green Light
The trade reporting provider will have authorization to serve Switzerland's derivatives market.
Third Country Benchmark Administrators Struggle Ahead of BMR
Failure to comply by 2020 will result in EU supervised entities’ inability to invest in products that reference benchmarks not approved by Esma.
A Look Back at Major Developments in Asia from 2018
From the data battle between the SGX and India to the ASX green-lighting its clearing blockchain project, Wei-Shen Wong looks back on topics that made headlines this past year.
Top 10 European Stories of 2018
WatersTechnology recaps some of year’s top EU stories.
Top Stories 2018: The Crypto Round Up
The crypto space dominated headlines over the past 12 months and WatersTechnology looks at some of the top stories.
Wavelength Podcast Episode 149: The Biggest Stories from 2018
A discussion about the trends and stories that dominated the year.
The Best Longform Stories of 2018
Collating the best of our features throughout the year.
Refinitiv Head of Market Structure Previews Regulations to Watch in 2019
In the spirit of giving, Refinitiv's head of regulatory and market structure shares which regulations he's keeping an eye on in 2019.
December 2018: Getting There
Data management is more about striving than finalizing.
Hamilton Trades Derivatives for Digital Currency
Steve Hamilton joins the crypto start-up ahead of its digital securities exchange launch next year.
Fed Enlists Finra to Expand Data Collection Efforts
The expanded data collection efforts are a response to changes in fixed income trading practices and increased volatility.
Lingering Questions Remain over Mifid II
Nearly one year on from the fundamental changes to Europe’s trading rulebook brought about by Mifid II, its overall impact is still unclear. Although experts talk of greater transparency in the markets, it’s had its share of issues, some of which are…
Regis-TR Files for London Trade Repository Ahead of Brexit
The EU-headquartered trade repository is seeking approval from the FCA to continue servicing its UK clients post-Brexit.
UK Regulator Deepens Partnership with Sopra Steria
Although there were reported glitches after Mifid II went live with the Market Data Processor (MDP), the FCA signed on for bigger projects with the company that built the platform.