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People moves
BCB Group makes leadership appointments
30 January 2026 UK
Reporter: Matthew Challis
Tim Renew has been appointed the company’s new CEO, with BCB Group co-founder Oliver Tonkin transitioning into the role of president, reflecting BCP’s desire to grow its customer base
Digital assets
WisdomTree integrates with Solana
30 Janauary 2026 US
Reporter: Matthew Challis
WidsomTree’s full product category can be accessed by its platform users on Solana, including money market, equities, fixed income, alongside the stablecoins USDC and PYUSD
Digital assets
N3XT integrates with Fireblocks
29 January 2026 US
Reporter: Matthew Challis
The firm has embedded its infrastructure on the Fireblocks platform, allowing clients to manage their risk parameters and embed US dollar payment options
Industry
Marex launches multi-asset derivatives execution desk
29 January 2026 UK
Reporter: Zarah Choudhary
Led by the head of Listed Rates Execution, Chris Stone, the desk delivers hybrid coverage across rates, commodities and equities coupled with proprietary market analysis and execution advisory services
People moves
Crypto Finance Group appoints new CCO
29 January 2026 Switzerland
Reporter: Matthew Challis
Mike Schwitalla, who has spent over five years at the company, has been announced in the company’s newly created role of chief commercial officer
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From reclaim execution to reclaim enablement
Sarah French of TaxTec speaks with Justin Lawson about the parallels between CRS implementation and the forthcoming FASTER initiative, and what the shift towards digital-first tax relief means for financial intermediaries across Europe
Reconciling fiduciary duty with global litigation risk
WTax Class Action’s Iain Kedzlie, chief commercial officer, and Madonna-Leigh Hendry, chief operating officer and head of litigation, sit down with Asset Servicing Times to discuss how asset servicers can balance fiduciary obligations with rising global litigation risks
The digital assets Cold War
What was once imagined as a single global system is splintering into regional ecosystems. From Singapore’s pilots to Brussels’ rulemaking and Washington’s regulatory rethink, the digital-assets landscape has entered a three-way contest of ambition, ideology and market design
How modern data architecture is reshaping asset servicing
Tahlia Kraefft examines how data architecture has emerged as a key strategic differentiator for asset servicing firms, enabling growth and client service, as the sector undergoes a structural change driven by increasing regulatory pressures, diverse client needs, and fintech-led market transformation
2027, a new T+1 deadline for the funds industry?
As Europe looks forward to a faster settlement cycle, Nicki Pelling, director at Calastone, looks at the pressure the fund environment is facing, and the lessons that can be learned from the US experience
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SEB
Ann Magnusson
Ann Magnusson, Head of Investor Services at SEB, discusses with Tahlia Kraefft what sets the Nordic markets apart, and examines their reputation for efficiency and digital maturity
Ultumus
Yazz Butt
Yazz Butt, business development at Ultumus, discusses entering asset services straight from university, the value of learning on the job, and how combining data analysis with relationship-building has shaped her early career
Hawksford
Javiera Aguayo
As compliance manager at Hawksford, Javiera Aguayo reflects on a career shaped by curiosity, analytical thinking and a commitment to strengthening governance. From Swiss private banking to trust services in the Cayman Islands, she shares how early audit work, cross-functional collaboration and a passion for problem-solving continue to guide her path in asset servicing
Carne Group
Miles Garzke
Miles Garzke, senior manager of Business Development at Carne Group, reflects on early setbacks, steep learning curves and the value of humility in financial services
CSD
Maxim Neshcheret
From Pakistan’s Raast to Brunei and Vietnam’s CSDs, Maxim Neshcheret, regional director, APAC, at CMA Small Systems, explains how the firm’s DEPO/X RTS/X platforms are linking markets and advancing digital readiness
Hawksford
Maxine Wessels
Having built her career across South Africa, the US and the Cayman Islands, Maxine Wessels, director – funds, at Hawksford, shares how curiosity, mentorship and a global outlook have shaped her path — and why she believes lifelong learning is key to growth
Broadridge
Osman Nur
Broadridge’s Osman Nur, senior manager, International Strategy, discusses his move from investment banking into asset servicing, the blend of strategy and technology shaping the industry’s future, and why embracing curiosity and continuous learning is key to long-term success
Temenos
Mick Fennell
Mick Fennell, business line director, Payments, at Temenos, discusses the key drivers of change in the payment industry, including the need for innovation, protection, regulation, and optimisation
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News and people moves roundupOutlook
Broadridge’s Tom Burke looks at the priorities shaping 2026.Operational Plumbing
Tahlia Kraefft explores the capability use data across fragmented systems.Payments
Traditional AML and CTF frameworks are being pushed to their limits.
Industry
Industry
