Technology and data
Advances in technology and data are transforming every facet of the capital markets. From banks deploying sophisticated analytics to better model capital exposures, or leveraging cloud technology to scale stress-testing capabilities and build new risk applications. To asset managers sifting alternative data to gain competitive insight or using intelligent algorithms to activate trading strategies in milliseconds, Risk.net’s coverage explores the potential and limitations of new technologies such as AI, machine learning and blockchain, and the challenges for regulators in keeping pace with cutting-edge innovation.
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Technology risk management: detection to protection
From simple risk detection to comprehensive protection by expanding your vision, capabilities and influence
Technology risk management: detection to protection
From simple risk detection to comprehensive protection by expanding your vision, capabilities and influence
Strengthening technology resilience and risk controls against multidomain disruption
The consequences of multidomain disruption and best practice strategies to enhance digital resilience
The key traits of resilient E/CTRM systems
An Energy Risk Europe panel explored whether E/CTRM systems are meeting the evolving demands of traders
Revolutionising compliance: next-gen technology for new-age regulation
A whitepaper exploring prevailing compliance challenges and the implications of regulatory changes on data and reporting technology
From faxes to fintech: reflecting on more than 20 years of industry evolution
Financial markets have evolved from manual processes to streamlined, technology-driven workflows. This article covers this transformation and the collaborative innovations reshaping post-trade operations
Elevating risk management to a strategic partner in investment decision-making
How risk management is evolving from a compliance role to a strategic partner
Independent audits drive compliance in FRTB data solutions
The EU and the Basel Committee have introduced strict audit standards for data vendors to uphold the FRTB rules, and audited solutions are critical to ensure compliance, minimise NMRFs and reduce capital requirements
Ultra-low latency trading: how low can you go?
In the world of high-frequency trading, nanoseconds gained in trade execution can mean the difference between success and failure
Direct feeds: life in the fast lane
Financial services firms are consuming more data than ever to drive a number of front- and middle-office use cases, including algo, proprietary and HFT, market-making functions and backtesting trading strategies
Pricing and reference data in the cloud: fuelling opportunity today
A cloud-based security master can transform data management, analytics, automation and innovation across the enterprise
The changing shape of risk
How firms are adjusting their strategies and capabilities to embrace a more holistic view of risk
Yield curve chronicles: mastering fixed income in volatile markets
A series of four podcasts that examines fixed income investment strategies against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, potential rate cuts and market volatility
Risk and return: volatility strategies for uncertain times
As the pace of change accelerates, financial firms must consider how to adapt their volatility strategies to maximise opportunities and manage risk
Streamlining shareholding disclosure compliance
Shareholding disclosure compliance is increasingly complex due to a global patchwork of regulations and the challenge of managing vast amounts of data
Revolutionising financial data with large language models
With the integration of LLMs, LSEG is reshaping data analytics, utilisation and management
Adapting to ever-evolving technology for trading and risk management
The challenges faced by financial institutions, and the innovative technologies and tools that are helping organisations stay ahead in the Apac financial market
Elevating financial crime compliance and data management through AI
AI, process automation and strategic data management can effectively combat financial crime. However, the power can be in the hands of good and bad actors
Managed services under the spotlight
A report focusing on the advantages and possible drawbacks of taking on managed services, and outlining LSEG’s managed services strategy
From chaos to clarity: the role of clean data in banks’ digital journeys
In a Risk Live Europe panel session sponsored by Numerix, experts explored the role that clean and accurate data plays in digital transformation. Here we examine the main themes arising from the discussion
Three key drivers of middle-office outsourcing
This white paper examines the evolving trend of middle-office outsourcing among asset and fund managers, driven by the need for operational efficiency and cost control
Model risk mitigation for pricing services: from the model owner’s lens
Financial markets rely heavily on quantitative models for decision-making, making effective model risk management crucial. Attika Raj, senior specialist, complex securities pricing at LSEG Data & Analytics, emphasises the importance of the first line of…
Modernising compliance functions with regtech
Regtech addresses the complexities of regulatory requirements, offering innovative tools to modernise compliance functions, streamline processes and enhance efficiency. This article explores its role in compliance and reporting within the banking sector,…
Trends, challenges and opportunities in fixed income trading
Is 2024 the year of the bond?