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Investment managers ramp up AI use in front offices

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 20 JAN 2026
... new data sources and technologies emerge." Buy-side firms are focused on achieving a competitive advantage through innovation, with 58% of those surveyed focusing on consolidating technology vendors and platforms. Cloud noted how different regions adopt ...

BlackRock, State Street see assets climb

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 19 JAN 2026
... transformation across the franchise, continued growth of our core business, and expanding client solutions through innovation," O'Hanley said.

Geoeconomic conflicts, extreme weather threaten global stability: WEF

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 16 JAN 2026
Geoeconomic confrontation is the "most severe risk" that will herald a new phase of volatility over the next two years, while climate change will be the biggest threat over the long term, a report from the World Economic Forum finds. Released ahead ...

Australian Ethical FUM dips on negative performance

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 16 JAN 2026
... managing director John McMurdo said. "The solid pipeline we've built in our newer channels, as well as upcoming product innovation also positions us well for ongoing success and continued growth into the second half of the year." It also noted that the ...

State Street boosts digital asset access with new platform

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 16 JAN 2026
... ongoing evolution in line with market needs and regulatory expectations, reduces complexity while opening the door to innovation in a rapidly evolving digital financial landscape." This comes as global adoption of digital assets grows rapidly. "Institutional ...

Diverse leadership cements business growth, positive workplace culture: HESTA

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 14 JAN 2026
... said. "We also acknowledge there remains much more to do. Embracing diverse perspectives is a driving force behind innovation, resilience, and sustainable success in an ever-evolving world and we have yet to fully unlock these benefits across the economy." ...

Lazard sets up new chief investment role

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 7 JAN 2026
... portfolios," Van Nostrand said. "I look forward to partnering with our investors to reinforce the culture of curiosity and innovation that has always been at the core of Lazard's analytical approach to investing on behalf of our clients."

AllianceBernstein promotes private wealth head to president

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 6 JAN 2026
... "Since joining AB, I've been inspired by our colleagues in offices around the world, our firm's commitment to innovation, and our collective passion to ensure client success," Erzan said. "I'm honoured to step into the role of president and ...

FEATURE | Recruitment: Laying foundations

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 5 JAN 2026
... communications specialists. Meanwhile, for product roles the greatest opportunities for candidates are in retirement product innovation and enhanced member engagement strategies. This also means a rise in bonuses, where they receive 10-15% more. A chief ...

AirTrunk plants second data centre in Victoria

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 DEC 2025
... infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI). It will also enable "smarter" government services, faster business innovation, and stronger human connection, AirTrunk said, while creating opportunities for local talent and suppliers. Victorian Premier ...