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FNZ hits back at watchdog over GBST merger ban

In its probe, the CMA had distinguished between retail and non-retail platforms, and considered FNZ and GBST’s main clients to be retail platforms.

Backstop Solutions Group launches enhanced version of multi-asset class RMS platform

Backstop’s newest RMS significantly reduces the time and effort it requires to create a cohesive view and analysis of information that draws on multiple asset classes by eliminating the information silos and process differences that often exist betw

CREALOGIX launches Conversational Banking as SaaS solution to help drive customer loyalty

Conversational banking opens up a world of opportunities in wealth management and retail banking.

Tokenisation: Revolution or Evolution?

Tokenisation of an asset, in a nutshell, is the issuing of a digital representation of that asset, administered on a blockchain, which is the infrastructure layer of an enhanced network architecture, such as the internet.

Rise of the central bank digital currencies: drivers, approaches and technologies

This paper looks at the economic and institutional motives behind current CBDC projects and asks how they might shape the design of such currencies.

Nucleus introduces flexible approach to e-signatures

The move to accept e-signatures came into effect on 24 August.

Pandemic boosts digitalisation

Robotics and Artificial Intelligence will doubtless play key roles in taking this to the next level and beyond.

Intelliflo and Hubwise announce 'game-changing' tech tie-up

Both companies hope the change will result in a smoother client onboarding process.

Bankia accelerates democratization of wealth management with Avaloq

Avaloq has been selected to help Bankia capitalize on its market proposition and accelerate its wealth ambitions across all client segments

Digital advice is growing London’s wealth

But this sector is now adopting the latest tools to better serve both high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and the mass affluent by re-tooling digital advice for these demographics.

Blockchange and Gemini enable RIAs to buy digital assets

Wealth management firm Quantum Capital Management will use the solution to manage digital assets for its clients. It will also utilise the solution to deliver digital asset management services to other RIAs.

Contemi Partners with GBG to automate KYC, AML & Verification process for its Onboarding solution

GBG uses layered identity document verification and biometric checks to authenticate customers in real time for a safe onboarding process.

St James’s Place selects eVestment in increasing institutionalisation of investment manager selection process

The FTSE100 company currently holds over GBP115 billion AUM.

Digital transformation in retail banking is shifting gear

As many as 57% of consumers worldwide now prefer online banking, compared to 49% before coronavirus, according to Capgemini's World Retail Banking Report 2020.

At Avaloq, Francisco Fernandez Eyes Up Legacy

The move, set to wrap by year-end, leaves few winners.

Fairstone moves to remote advice post crisis

The remote service will allow clients to see their adviser using Microsoft Teams and provides a screen sharing function which is using Adobe Sign to allow e-signatures.

Fairstone launches ‘virtual’ Financial Planning service

The Newcastle-based wealth management firm believes it is one of the first national firms to launch an entirely remote advice process.

Is your cultural foundation strong enough for the disruption ahead?

The customer experience is a vital way for firms to differentiate themselves and build long-term relationships with clients.

The Need for Automation in ESG Investing

Some 35% of respondents believed that there would be significant increases while 52% thought there would be marginal gains for ESG.

Profile: Half-Year Review in Distinctions

Profile Software was included in the 100 “Most Innovative Company 2020” by WealthTech100, which showcases the world’s most innovative WealthTech companies in the key highlights for the year.

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