Clearing and settlement
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 101: The Top 10 Stories of 2017
Anthony, James and Emilia discuss the 10 biggest trends that unfolded in 2017.
ASX Gives Green Light to Clearing Blockchain
The exchange expects to release the proposed timing for transition for market feedback by the end of March 2018.
Fintech Could Demolish Europe’s Capital Markets Union Barriers
Influential lobby group urges European authorities to consider how technology could resolve outstanding issues with its single-market project.
CFTC Examining SEF Reform amid Europe Clearing Row
Chairman criticizes European Commission proposals for clearinghouse oversight.
LCH Makes US Head John Horkan COO Amid Post-Brexit Rumblings
Clearinghouse operator makes US head new COO as it suggests it could move to the US post-Brexit if forced.
US Market Mulls Next-Day Settlement Options
Elements of the market consider capitalizing on the momentum gained after its recent T+2 move.
T+2 Implementation Moves Forward Without a Hitch
The T+2 Industry Working Group is gathering data for a report to regulators.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 86: Nasdaq’s Use of Machine Learning & T+2 Comes to North America
Joakim Strid joins the podcast to discuss how Nasdaq is deploying machine-learning techniques for surveillance. Then Emilia David joins the podcast to discuss T+2’s launch in the US, Canada, Mexico and Peru.
T+2 Settlement Begins in US Markets
Trades executed on September 5 will now settle on September 7 under new rules.
T+2 is Here, but Don't Hold Your Breath for T+0
Talk of shortening the settlement cycle further is premature and ignores the upheaval it would cause.
CME Withdraws European Clearinghouse Registration
CFTC vacates European clearinghouse registration at CME's request
Euroclear and Paxos Break Up over Blockchain Project
Euroclear abandons Bankchain platform but startup says launch will go ahead in 2018
Frontier Finance: Shaky Foundations Hinder Digital Currencies
Digital currencies are going through birth pains as an asset class, but some believe they can become the next commodity of choice for traders
CFTC Approves LedgerX Bitcoin CCP
Long-awaited ruling shows digital currencies are pushing for institutional-grade market structure
TMX to Replace Legacy Tech for Clearing and Implement New Mutual Funds Channel
Canadian exchange operator details latest updates regarding new clearing and settlement platform, progress of new mutual fund platform.
Icma Warns on Euro Clearing Relocation
Trade body says any forced move could increase risks and costs for derivatives users
The Wind of Change
Asset managers are facing a stark choice between technology investment or obsolescence.
LedgerX Gains SEF Approval for Bitcoin Derivatives
US regulator grants full approval for bitcoin options venue, which will offer institutional-grade infrastructure for digital currencies.
LCH Adds BNZ as Clearing Member
Clearinghouse adds first New Zealand member amid other developments in Asia-Pacific
Tech Challenges Loom as Europe Eyes London’s Clearinghouses
New EU rules suggest London-based clearinghouses may be forced to relocate to the eurozone.
Davie Returns to LCH in Rates Role
Former COO returns to clearinghouse to head up rates, compression and uncleared derivatives projects.
After ECC, EEX Clearing Rollout, KB Tech Eyes Data Deals
KB Tech's initial deal with ECC covers post-trade and clearing-related data, though, this may expand to other areas in future.
London Stock Exchange-Deutsche Börse Merger Killed Off by European Commission
European Commission prohibits deal on basis it would create a monopoly for fixed-income clearing in Europe.
Baymarkets Launches Clarity Platform for Automated Workflows and Regulatory Compliance
The platform includes two key services, Clarity Limit and Clarity Hub, addressing all stages of the trading cycle.