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New Global Tech Hubs Emerge In Surprising Locations
November 30, 2012 @ 14:08 PM | By Melanie Rodier
A number of cities around the world that were formally quiet on the tech front are now making a stand.
continued...Surveillance and Monitoring Through the Looking Glass
November 21, 2012 @ 09:59 AM | By Magnus Almqvist- SunGard
Looking ahead to 2013, European regulations are stepping up the need for automated surveillance and monitoring solutions on the buy side, writes SunGard Protegent's, Magnus Almqvist, who says firms must have audit trails and quick answers to questions on suitability and personal dealing.
continued...SEC Expands Probe Into Whether Exchanges Favor HFT
November 20, 2012 @ 11:04 AM | By Melanie Rodier
The heightened regulatory scrutiny comes on the heels of a series of major technical glitches at capital markets firms that have damaged investor confidence.
continued...Citi Traders Join Wall Street Masses With Pink Slips
November 19, 2012 @ 11:22 AM | By Melanie Rodier
Another round of cuts is underway on Wall Street. Meanwhile, here is some advice for those who will be looking for new jobs in 2013.
continued...A Disappointing Day For Wall Street Technologists
November 16, 2012 @ 13:41 PM | By Melanie Rodier
Goldman Sachs named 266 new managing directors, but only 3% of them are technologists.
continued...SEC Ruling Creates New Job Opportunities
November 15, 2012 @ 12:26 PM | By Melanie Rodier
While many Wall Street firms are laying off employees, the SEC is providing some unexpected new opportunities.
continued...As iPad Continues To Flourish, PC Accelerates Its March Towards Death
November 14, 2012 @ 12:53 PM | By Melanie Rodier
The PC industry’s future appears to be even gloomier than previously thought. And it isn't doing anything to reverse, or adapt, to the trend.
continued...BlackBerry Will Finally Announce Its ComeBack ... in January
November 12, 2012 @ 10:45 AM | By Melanie Rodier
BlackBerry 10 has some cool new features. But will Wall Street execs leave their iPhones for the BlackBerry?
continued...My Personal Cloud-Like Business Continuity Plan
November 08, 2012 @ 15:45 PM | By Greg MacSweeney
Local establishments with free wifi can serve as temporary offices for many during times of crisis.
continued...Did PwC's Role as Auditor Rubber Stamp MF Global's Internal Controls and Allow it to Raid Customer Funds?
November 05, 2012 @ 11:47 AM | By Ivy Schmerken
PricewaterHouse Coopers was added to a lawsuit by MF Global Customers, which accused it of turning a blind eye to the firm's internal controls.
continued...How Presidential Election Results Will Impact Wall Street Compensation
November 05, 2012 @ 11:15 AM | By Melanie Rodier
An eFinancialCareers survey of over 900 financial professionals showed that the vast majority expect the Nov 6 election to have a big impact on executive compensation.
continued...Cash Still Rules: 2 Sandy Tales of Customer Service
November 01, 2012 @ 11:35 AM | By Greg MacSweeney
When it comes to good customer service, sometimes the little things count more than complex technology or innovative tools.
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