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MLC Life appoints new executive

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 5 AUG 2019
... group insurance market." "Since the launch of LifeView in 2017, we have clearly demonstrated that we are a leader in innovation and technology. It's a key component of our massive, $600 million investment in our technology transformation, including digital ...

SuperFriend boosts leadership

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  TUESDAY, 30 JUL 2019
... She was previously general manager of strategy and marketing consultant at Australian Unity and program director and innovation manager at Bupa. SuperFriend said the appointments come as key partners of the organisation express a growing need for targeted ...

Deutsche Bank slashes global workforce, exits global equities

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 8 JUL 2019
... investment banking, and fixed income and currencies operations. The bank said it will invest €13 billion in technology and innovation by 2022, while a new separate technology function will drive digitalisation of all businesses. Overall costs are expected ...

Open banking reforms a boon for fintech

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 4 JUL 2019
... of open banking is for customers to have more options to assess and manage their finances and that competition and innovation will be stimulated across the banking sector. "Data is driving change and transformation across all sectors of our economy ...

MetLife, AFA call for more diversity in advice

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 27 JUN 2019
... long journey of learning." Also this year, MetLife was announced as the first insurer to join the UN's Women's Global Innovation Coalition for Change. Applications for MetLife Progress opened on June 24 and close July 12. Applicants must identify as ...

Excellence in managed accounts recognised

HARRISON WORLEY  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 JUN 2019
... highlighted for their commitment to the sector, across various categories including single sector assets, licensees and innovation. Taking home the licensee managed account award was Viridian Advisory, beating out Canaccord, Crystal Wealth, Prime Financial ...

Frontier adds consultant from WTW

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 20 JUN 2019
... added that the role is integral to Frontier's business. "This is a very important role with a primary focus on driving innovation and client alignment in our research program," Polson said. "Additionally, Paul will work closely with our global investment ...

Myer Foundation backs new strategy

KANIKA SOOD  |  MONDAY, 17 JUN 2019
Myer Foundation and the Australian Government's Clean Energy Finance Corporation are among the early investors in a global manager's new Aussie equities strategy. AllianceBernstein's AB Managed Volatility Equities - Green ("Green MVE") is a new unit ...

MAX awards recognise industry excellence

HARRISON WORLEY  |  FRIDAY, 14 JUN 2019
... also cited for the best digital campaign of the year. Australian Ethical had a big night, taking out both the Social Innovation of the Year and Social Media Campaign of the Year categories. Joining them with double wins was La Trobe Financial, which ...

Finnies showcase best in fintech

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 13 JUN 2019
FinTech Australia announced the winners of the 2019 Finnies, showcasing innovation in financial technologies. AirWallex won three awards, including Biggest Raise of the Year for its $141 million capital raise. Afterpay took home two awards and was named ...