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Verdict Staff

CFTC adopts new rules to combat cyber vulnerabilities in financial markets

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has adopted new rules that require US exchanges, clearing houses, trade repositories and dealing platforms to frequently test their technology for cyber vulnerabilities.

Class collaborates with fintech startup Simply Wall St

Australian financial software firm Class has joined forces with Sydney-based investment technology start-up Simply Wall St to help advisors make better decisions.

Deutsche Bank sets up data lab in Dublin

German banking group Deutsche Bank has opened a data lab in Dublin, Ireland, known as The Hive.

Rawlinson & Hunter receives trust licence in Singapore

British financial advice firm Rawlinson & Hunter has secured a trust license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

Half of Americans financially unprepared for future: Fifth Third Private Bank survey

Nearly half of the Americans have serious concerns that they may outlive their money in retirement, a survey commissioned by Fifth Third Private Bank (FITB) has found.

Tobam opens three news offices to expand global footprint

French asset management firm Tobam has expanded its global footprint by opening new offices in Zürich, Toronto and Dublin.

UBS Asset Management names head of ETFs Spain

UBS Asset Management has hired Pedro Coelho as head of UBS ETFs Spain.

Mattioli Woods acquires pension admin firm MC Trustees

Wealth management firm Mattioli Woods has acquired rival SIPP provider MC Trustees in a deal worth £2.2m.

Infocus Group launches national masterclass programme in Australia

Australia-based Infocus Group has introduced a national masterclass programme that will focus on client engagement, presentation and implementation of quality advice.

Fitch fires warning shot over wealth management products by mid-tier Chinese banks

Fitch Ratings has warned that wealth management products (WMPs) issued by Chinese banks remain a key source of credit and liquidity risk for smaller financial institutions.