BNP Paribas rolls out NeoLink portal upgrades
Update adds collateral, securities lending and proxy voting capabilities alongside updates to existing applications.
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Global custody market AUC/A hits $350trn; Citi tops growth in 2025
Quarterly data suggests growth accelerated through the second half of 2025, as rising market valuations and continued institutional inflows boosted asset servicing volumes.
Northern Trust expands First Sentier mandate with US mutual fund transition
Move to Datum One Series Trust deepens long-standing relationship as the asset manager scales its US mutual fund strategy.
Association of Global Custodians names JP Morgan exec as chair
Appointment brings more than 25 years of industry experience across JP Morgan, HSBC and BNY to the position.
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Société Générale to divest French retail securities services unit
Expected to be completed in 2028, the proposed deal with Crédit Mutuel Arkéa marks further strategic shift toward wholesale clients for SGSS.
BNY selected to support multi-year operating model optimisation at AllianzGI
Mandate will focus on global middle- and back-office solutions, custody, fund administration and depositary services.
BNY, Coinbase named custodians for Morgan Stanley’s proposed Bitcoin ETF
Updated filing outlines custody arrangements as the bank expands its digital asset ambitions.
BNP Paribas the major winner as Australian custody assets climb to record highs
Latest figures point to a story of growth in Australia, as all 11 of the largest asset servicers post increases in AUC over the last six months.
Standard Chartered appointed digital asset custodian by TP ICAP
Bank to also provide settlement services as institutional crypto infrastructure continues to evolve.
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From wooden tills to landmark deals: State Street’s Chris Rowland on evolution, legacy and the art of listening
Global Custodian sits down with State Street’s head of custody, digital and fund services, Chris Rowland, to explore his journey across the financial services industry, the lessons that have shaped his leadership, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.