big xyt Withdraws from EU Equities CTP Bid After Strategic Review
big xyt, the independent provider of market data and analytics, has withdrawn from the bidding process to become the European Consolidated Tape Provider (CTP) for Equities and ETFs, citing a lack of sufficient financial backing to support its continued participation. The company formally entered the competitive tender earlier this year, positioning itself as a strong...
1 July 2025 10:00am ET | 3:00pm London | 4:00pm CET Duration: 50 Minutes The surge in trading volumes combined with the emergence of new digital financial assets and geopolitical events have added layers of complexity to market activities. Traditional surveillance methods often struggle to keep pace with these changes, leading to difficulties in detecting…
Now in its 15th year the Data Management Summit NYC brings together the North American data management community to explore how data strategy is evolving to drive business outcomes and speed to market in changing times.
AI is no longer on the horizon – it’s embedded in the infrastructure of modern capital markets. But separating real impact from inflated promises requires a grounded, practical understanding. The AI in Capital Markets Handbook 2025 provides exactly that. Designed for data-driven professionals across the trade life-cycle, compliance, infrastructure, and strategy, this handbook goes beyond…
big xyt, the independent provider of market data and analytics, has withdrawn from the bidding process to become the European Consolidated Tape Provider (CTP) for Equities and ETFs, citing a lack of sufficient financial backing to support its continued participation. The company formally entered the competitive tender earlier this year, positioning itself as a strong...
On 4 June 2025, Smarsh unveiled what it calls its “largest platform refresh in years,” layering next generation artificial intelligence, a Copilot ready capture service and an open API suite onto the company’s cloud compliance stack. The launch positions the Portland based vendor to help banks and brokers contend with the coming wave of generative...
Meta Integration founder and chief executive Christian Bremeau loves cars. He speaks animatedly about motor racing, is a fan of the UK TV driving show Top Gear and admires its controversial former presenter Jeremy Clarkson. His fascination with the motor car also extends to his portrayal of Meta Integration’s newest product, MetaKarta, a metadata management...
The move toward 24 hour trading is becoming a reality due to significant retail interest and a greater need for real-time market access, with major exchanges actively exploring extended hours. This shift requires a deep examination of the practicalities and the significant organisational and technological demands on market participants adapting to continuous operations. Key challenges...
Financial institutions are among the largest users of AI, deploying it for a range of use cases that, while already wide, will broaden in the future. A report by the International Monetary Fund has forecast that institutional spending on AI will surge 29% to US$97 billion by 2027. The technology has become crucial to automation...
Two years after ChatGPT brought Generative AI (GenAI) into the mainstream, financial institutions are still exploring how best to harness this technology within their compliance functions. While the promise of increased efficiency and enhanced accuracy is clear, many compliance teams proceed cautiously, mindful of risks related to data security, regulatory compliance, and the need for...
Wedbush Securities has adopted a cloud-ready platform from trading technology provider Rapid Addition to upgrade its trading infrastructure. This integration supports multi-asset class trading, improves risk management, and streamlines post-trade operations, aligning with Wedbush’s commitment to innovation and high client service standards. The platform helps unify front and middle-office processes, offering greater efficiency and scalability….
BlockFills, the digital asset trading and market technology firm, has completed its integration with brokerage technology provider Your Bourse. The partnership broadens BlockFills’ liquidity network, allowing it to aggregate liquidity across a wider pool while also acting as a liquidity provider to brokers using the Your Bourse platform. The integration supports digital assets, FX, and…
Bloomberg has introduced geopolitical country-of-risk scores for 7 million companies through a partnership with Seerist, a provider of geopolitical risk and security intelligence. Available on the Bloomberg Terminal and through Data License, the tool enables financial professionals to monitor 29 categories of political, operational, and security threats at the country level. This data helps risk…
Digital Asset has raised $135 million in a strategic funding round led by DRW Venture Capital and Tradeweb Markets, with participation from leading firms across traditional and decentralised finance, including Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, Circle Ventures, and Citadel Securities. The investment supports the expansion of the Canton Network, a public, permissionless Layer-1 blockchain designed for…
Integral, the FX technology provider, has launched a full integration with CME Group’s EBS Market and FX Spot+ platforms. This development allows clients to execute FX spot, NDF, and precious metals trades directly from Integral’s trading interfaces without requiring additional technology investment or incurring extra fees. The enhanced platform supports order submissions via trader GUIs,…
Transaction Network Services (TNS) has announced new market data connectivity to MOON ATS and OTC Overnight, the after-hours equities trading platforms from OTC Markets Group. This expansion supports TNS’s strategic focus on 24×5 equities trading, offering clients access to securities listed on major exchanges and actively traded OTC equities during overnight hours. The integration of…
TMX VettaFi, a subsidiary of TMX Group and a firm specialising in indexing, digital distribution, analytics and thought leadership, has acquired ETF Stream Limited. ETF Stream is a prominent media brand in Europe focused on exchange-traded funds (ETFs), offering news coverage, analysis, and educational content through its online platform, publications and events. This acquisition enhances…
OSTTRA and Baton Systems have announced that Partior has integrated with their on-demand payment-versus-payment (PvP) settlement network, enabling financial institutions to settle foreign exchange (FX) transactions using tokenised commercial bank money. This development adds to the existing fiat settlement options and supports 24/7 on-demand FX settlement in tokenised currencies including USD, EUR, and SGD, enhancing…
Iress has announced a partnership with interoperability provider interop.io as part of its strategic focus on core trading and market data solutions. The collaboration aims to deliver a modular and high-performance trading experience by enabling more personalised and efficient workflows for Iress’ global client base. Interop.io’s platform allows integration of multiple applications into a single,…
Trading Technologies International, Inc. (TT) has introduced Pre-Trade Portfolio Risk on its trading platform, offering enhanced pre-trade risk controls for sell-side firms. Unveiled ahead of the FIA IDX conference in London, the new functionality allows firms to assess a client’s worst-case margin position in real time, ensuring adequate buying power before order execution. This tool…
Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd (SFSPL), the Singapore-based brokerage, is enhancing its collaboration with currency technology provider Integral to strengthen client services and expand operations across Asia’s FX and precious metals markets. This includes extending its infrastructure to the SG1 data centre in Singapore, aiming to improve execution quality and liquidity for a wider range…
SOLVE, the market data platform provider for fixed-income securities, and Investortools, the investment management SaaS provider, have entered a strategic partnership to integrate SOLVE Px, SOLVE’s AI-based pricing tool, into Investortools’ Dealer Network and portfolio management system. This integration enables fixed income professionals to access real-time, predictive municipal bond pricing directly within their workflow, enhancing…
Trading Technologies International, Inc. (TT) has announced new connectivity for its clients to GFO-X, the UK’s first regulated and centrally cleared trading venue for digital asset derivatives. The integration allows clients to access GFO-X via the TT platform, aligning with the exchange’s recent market launch. GFO-X began trading Bitcoin index futures and options on 9…
Bloomberg has incorporated web analytics provider Similarweb’s web traffic data to its alternative data sets for Terminal users. Featured within Bloomberg’s Alternative Data Analytics Platform, the Similarweb feeds will enable investors to better nowcast company key performance indicators and identify trends within company performance. Similarweb’s web and app analytics are sourced from more than 200…
Scila AB, the risk and surveillance solutions provider, has successfully deployed Scila Risk at KGI Securities Singapore, to support its equities and derivatives operations. The implementation consolidates KGI’s legacy risk systems into a single, multi-asset platform, covering equities, commodities, FX derivatives, and Spot FX. This move enhances operational efficiency, optimises collateral usage, and provides a…
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. has named Kenneth MacHarg as Managing Director and Global Head of Futures and Options (F&O) Trading, effective 23 June. In his new role, MacHarg will oversee the commercial strategy and development of Broadridge’s next-generation F&O platform, a SaaS solution offering global order and execution management for futures commission merchants and agency…
Validus Risk Management has named Daniel Johnson as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), furthering its commitment to technology-driven growth. Based in London and reporting directly to CEO Kevin Lester, Johnson will be responsible for shaping and executing the company’s technology strategy during a phase of international expansion and product development. Johnson brings over 15…
Validus Risk Management is deepening its technical leadership as it extends its footprint across Asia, Europe and North America. In June 2025 the firm appointed Daniel Johnson as Chief Technology Officer, charging him with shaping a unified technology strategy to support rapid scale-up and feature development. This move follows a $45 million growth equity injection…
The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has announced the appointment of Nick Rustad as the new Group Head of LCH SwapClear and Listed Rates. In his new role, Rustad will be responsible for overseeing performance and growth across these clearing services, while maintaining their operational resilience. He will report to Susi de Verdelon, CEO of…
SimCorp former director of strategy Dean McIntyre has been named the investment management software provider’s chief commercial officer, the third senior appointment this year. McIntyre will be responsible for instigating international initiatives on data and operations, as well as within the frontline commercial and marketing teams. After holding senior positions at companies including Bloomberg, Schroders…
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has appointed Laura Deaner as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Deaner, who will report directly to Chief Information Officer Lynn Bishop, brings over 25 years of experience managing information security and cybersecurity programs. In her new role, Deaner will oversee DTCC’s comprehensive cybersecurity strategies designed to…
SimCorp, the global financial technology subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group, has promoted Dean McIntyre to Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately. In his new role, McIntyre will oversee global commercial operations, including data and operations management, frontline commercial teams, and marketing, to enhance support for client-facing teams worldwide. He will continue to report to Chief Revenue…
Digital automation solutions provider valantic FSA has named Dr. Holger Wohlenberg as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2025. Dr. Wohlenberg joins with significant expertise in finance, technology, and data, having previously held senior leadership positions at Deutsche Börse Group where he helped expand its data and technology businesses. His appointment signals valantic FSA’s strategic…
Taskize, the Euroclear-owned fintech and leading investment operations collaboration platform, has named David Williams as its new Chief Financial Officer. Williams joins with over 15 years of financial leadership experience, having held senior roles at EY, Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and most recently, Janus Henderson. Based in London, Williams will oversee Taskize’s financial operations and deliver…
Digital Asset has appointed Jonathan Isaac as Chief Marketing Officer, tasking him with leading global marketing across brand strategy, product marketing, and communications. His primary objective will be to elevate the profile and adoption of the Canton Network, the decentralised infrastructure platform tailored for financial markets. Isaac brings more than 20 years of marketing expertise,…
Broadridge Financial Solutions has named Tina Joshi as Head of Securities Finance and Collateral Management (SFCM) for North America. Based in New York and reporting to Darren Crowther, Joshi will oversee client delivery, business development, and operational management across Broadridge’s full SFCM portfolio. This includes automated support for securities lending, borrowing, and repo transactions. Bringing…
United Fintech has named Deepak Nair as its new Chief Operating Officer, joining the Executive Leadership Team. In this role, Nair will oversee the development and execution of the firm’s global operational strategy, focusing on scalability, efficiency, and alignment across its fintech platform and partner network. Nair brings over 20 years of experience from roles…
Global enterprise and master data management company GoldenSource has named former Fenergo senior manager Terry Flynn as its managing director, the company’s third leadership appointment in a year. The New York-based technology company said Flynn will focus on building GoldenSource’s buy-side client base. Over two decades Flynn has held senior positions at SunGard, Charles River…
Finbourne Technology has appointed a new board chair and advisory board to “enhance client focus and support continued growth”. Toby Glaysher, the new Finbourne board chair, joins the UK investment technology firm from Northern Trust. Finbourne said his track record of scaling business growth at previous posts made him an ideal choice to advise the…
Clearwater Analytics has promoted two managers to more senior roles as part of a strategy to scale the technology platform globally. Subi Sethi has been elevated to chief operating officer after five years at the company and is charged with improving client experience through the use of artificial intelligence and driving efficiencies across the enterprise….
We are excited to announce that we are broadening the focus of the RegTech Insight APAC Awards to: Capital Markets Technology APAC Awards
Congratulations go out to the winners of A-Team Group’s RegTech Insight Awards Europe 2025. These awards recognise excellence in trading solutions and services for capital markets and focus on vendors providing exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology, and data solutions.
Introducing the winners in the 7th annual TradingTech Insight Awards - USA 2025. These awards recognise excellence in trading solutions and services for capital markets and focus on vendors providing exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology, and data solutions.
