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Morningstar acquires RightPond, data analytics provider on defined contribution and defined benefit plans
FINTECH MAR 31, 2016
Morningstar acquires RightPond, data analytics provider on defined contribution and defined benefit plans

The acquisition comes as the entire industry is waiting for the Department of Labor to release the final ruling on its fiduciary standard.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH MAR 30, 2016
Lack of regulation on CRM note-taking can put advisers in sticky software scenarios

Modifying information could end up costing advisers money, which happened in one recent case.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH MAR 30, 2016
Massachusetts regulator Galvin questions robos' ability to act as state-registered investment advisers

The statement is targeted at direct-to-consumer platforms seeking registration in the state.

By Alessandra Malito
Salesforce debuts adviser-focused client relationship management platform
FINTECH MAR 30, 2016
Salesforce debuts adviser-focused client relationship management platform

Called Salesforce Financial Services Cloud, the platform is the company's entry into the wealth management industry.

By Alessandra Malito
Fidelity starts testing robo-adviser service on clients
EQUITIES MAR 29, 2016
Fidelity starts testing robo-adviser service on clients

Fidelity Investments, the second-largest U.S. mutual fund company, will test an automated-investment service starting Wednesday on a small group of existing customers.

By Bloomberg
Robo-advisers aim to better link investments and financial planning
FINTECH MAR 29, 2016
Robo-advisers aim to better link investments and financial planning

Automated online platforms are putting benchmarking metrics aside, and measuring success by how they help clients reach their financial goals.

By Alessandra Malito
Reviewing two apps that make it easier for advisers to work remotely
FINTECH MAR 29, 2016
Reviewing two apps that make it easier for advisers to work remotely

If you enjoy the convenience of an iPad, this pair of apps can help save countless hours.

By Sheryl Rowling
FINTECH MAR 28, 2016
Investopedia to boost networking services on its Advisor Insights website, CEO says

In the next year, it will add follower capabilities, a portal for adviser peers to share best practices, adviser video tools.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH MAR 25, 2016
Can robo-advisers be fiduciaries?

Responsibility for advice — even that which is incidental to a transaction — cannot be palmed off on an inanimate object.

By MFXFeeder
Advisory firms' dilemma: "Who owns client data?"
FINTECH MAR 25, 2016
Advisory firms' dilemma: "Who owns client data?"

Data ownership is emerging as a hot topic in the financial advice industry.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH MAR 20, 2016
MoneyGuidePro updates new version in line with DOL fiduciary rule requirements

Updates for the latest version include features on client goals, life expectancy, household risk tolerance, health care and Social Security.

By Alessandra Malito
eMoney names Fidelity's Ed O'Brien as new CEO, replacing Mike Durbin
FINTECH MAR 18, 2016
eMoney names Fidelity's Ed O'Brien as new CEO, replacing Mike Durbin

The new exec is taking place of founding chief executive Edmond Walters, who stepped down in September

By Alessandra Malito
eMoney's CEO choice of Fidelity veteran Ed O'Brien was a bold, but expected, move
FINTECH MAR 17, 2016
eMoney's CEO choice of Fidelity veteran Ed O'Brien was a bold, but expected, move

The hire gets a thumbs up from advisers, based solely on his technology background

By Alessandra Malito
Fidelity using eMoney to create custodial competitor's nightmare
FINTECH MAR 17, 2016
Fidelity using eMoney to create custodial competitor's nightmare

Fidelity Investments has set its sights on the ultimate data dashboard for its advisers, likely using eMoney Advisor's technology and the financial planning software's relationships with custodial competitors.

By Alessandra Malito
DOL fiduciary rule is spurring technology adoption and innovation: Cerulli report
FINTECH MAR 16, 2016
DOL fiduciary rule is spurring technology adoption and innovation: Cerulli report

Advisers won't have a choice when it comes to picking up new tech to serve smaller accounts.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH MAR 13, 2016
Envestnet flexes its muscles with new Yodlee app innovations expected by end of year

Last year's acquisition will bring the firm information on held-away assets and widgets to analyze all aspects of clients' financial decisions.

By Alessandra Malito
Betterment funding jumps $100 million, boosting valuation to $700 million
FINTECH MAR 11, 2016
Betterment funding jumps $100 million, boosting valuation to $700 million

The robo-adviser saw a 55% increase of total rounds since 2010.

By Alessandra Malito
Exclusive: Robo-adviser Marstone has partnered with IBM Watson to deliver cognitive computing-powered advice
FINTECH MAR 11, 2016
Exclusive: Robo-adviser Marstone has partnered with IBM Watson to deliver cognitive computing-powered advice

The service will help advisers create and manage investments for clients.

By Alessandra Malito
Finra issues report on digital investment advice for financial firms and investors
FINTECH MAR 11, 2016
Finra issues report on digital investment advice for financial firms and investors

Financial services firms that want to offer better digital investment advice must focus on training and education to better serve clients, according to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

By Alessandra Malito
Top 5 robo-advisers by AUM
RIA NEWS MAR 11, 2016
Top 5 robo-advisers by AUM

It is no secret that financial giants like Charles Schwab and Vanguard Group have disrupted the robo-adviser industry. Just look at their assets under management.

By Alessandra Malito