The program will allow U.S. users of WeChat to access market data and accounts, though privacy concerns surround the app.
The purchase will boost LPL's plans to build a next-generation, integrated adviser technology platform.
Recent market volatility serves as a reminder to prepare advisory firms for a changing environment.
A report from Redtail Technology found tech adoption to be equal across generations
Digital account aggregation has been around for decades, but may now be seeing increased adoption.
Technology sits at the nexus of clients' desire for personalization and their willingness to accept digital tools.
To get its technology in front of more advisers, the asset manager is acquiring a 4.9% share of the fintech and TAMP giant.
Growth at the biggest tech companies is slowing at the same time criticism of Silicon Valley's monopolistic tendencies is rising
WealthDesk integrates Morgan Stanley's new suite of technology in a single location.
Advisers need to change their relationship with technology to keep pace with the changing preferences of younger clients
Historical barriers are less entrenched in financial technology, and women are taking full advantage of their chance to shine.
BlackRock and PayPal are among the company's existing investors
Interacting with your community isn't something you can fake — why automating the process to save time will cost you dearly.
Robo adviser update includes more information to help advisers track client behavior.
The firm remains tight-lipped about how many investors were affected.
The financial planning startup hopes to provide tech to Commonwealth's network of 1,800 advisers.
Abysmal seven-day stretch for iPhone-maker further dragged by earnings speculation analysts say is too optimistic
Latest updates make it easier for firms to customize reports to exact specifications.
Program hopes to give advisers a fully digital client experience on par with robos.
