Securities Review

Digital asset talk added a spark to the tiresome data discussions, lamenting of talent shortages and frustrating ESG commentary at Fund Forum in Monaco. 

Number of major incidents, settlement data and updates on the Eurosystem Collateral Management System project included in a new report from the ECB.

Conference aims to return to an in-person event for the first time since 2019 after two years of virtual events.

Replacement for DTCC’s legacy Benchmarks services can assist firms in preparations for move to T+1 and in the prevention of failed trade penalties, says market infrastructure provider.

Global Custodian picks five sessions you should not miss during SWIFT’s digital Sibos event for 2021, which appears to have reprioritised securities services sessions.

The 43rd instalment of Sibos will be digital, as SWIFT plans for a return to physical events in October 2022.

Our editors summarise the biggest talking points for securities services providers from this year’s Sibos digital event. 

State Street’s acquisition of Charles River sparked a ripple effect of rival custodians partnering with BlackRock’s Aladdin, but the bank’s chief says the real competition is still with Excel spreadsheets.

SWIFT plans to play a significant role in helping the industry to minimise securities settlement failures as part of its new two-year strategy.

Sibos panelists explained a shift in mindset from both post-trade firms and buy-side clients to one that is more open to collaboration could pave the way for industry utilities.