Risk Management

Risk management is one of the most important factors to consider in the financial industry. With challenges around every corner, considering the risks before they become inflamed is one of the cornerstones of the industry.

As a result of the seismic changes from the pandemic, and a growing ESG movement, the need for an integrated and holistic approach to risk management has never been greater.

The crypto industry has been on a white-knuckle rollercoaster over the last few years. Establishing a market presence back in 2013, the price of Bitcoin rose from just over $10,000 in 2017 to over $61,000 in October 2021. However, the market is now undergoing a crash. Was a failure to regulation to blame?

Despite the pandemic being the main influencer of the hybrid work trend, the model appears now to be here for good. With more people working from home than ever before, how can companies manage internal fraud cases?

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is currently consulting on reviewed guidelines on MiFID II product governance guidelines.

Switzerland’s Federal Council has launched Swiss Climate Scores, which is based on a series of indicators focused on providing transparency into the connection of firms and global climate goals.

Cyber risk management technology developer KYND has launched its services into the investment management sector, as cyber risks continue to surge.

A recent discussion hosted by Clausematch has found despite the global economic downturn, regulatory technology is maintaining its attractiveness amongst investors.

Squirro, a company that links and analyses data to provide new insights as a basis for decision making, has integrated with ESG firm radicant.

MCO (MyComplianceOffice), a global conduct risk and compliance provider, has launched its new governance and oversight tool, Know Your Risk (KYR).