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Hedge fund technology spending projected to top $2 billion in 2011

Investments in risk, collateral and data management systems are driving hedge fund technology spending above $2 billion. Annual hedge fund technology spend amounts to almost 10bp of industry AUM.

Hedge Funds Review | 29 Sep 2011secure

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Asian hedge funds eschew custody arrangements to safeguard assets

As emerging Asian hedge funds become more popular with investors outside the region, questions are being raised about the custody arrangements – or lack of them – which are causing some concern.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Aug 2011secure

Introducing prime broker Merlin Securities moves into Canada

Prime brokerage services provider Merlin Securities is to offer custody and clearing through the National Bank Correspondent Network (NBCN), a subsidiary of National Bank Financial in Canada.

Hedge Funds Review | 11 Nov 2010secure

Hedge funds ponder necessity of independent fund administrator

Selecting a fund administrator can be crucial to the success of a hedge fund. Managers and investors believe the choice has a significant impact on the fund’s ability to seek and retain capital.

Hedge Funds Review | 05 Oct 2010secure

Prime broker profile: Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs has one of the most experienced teams in prime brokerage. It is a global leader in the industry and expects over the next decade to retain its premier position servicing hedge funds.

Hedge Funds Review | 07 Sep 2010secure

Significant changes to service providers over past decade as hedge funds sector matures

Major changes in prime brokerage and fund administration have changed the landscape in 2010 compared with 2000. How these services develop as the hedge fund industry evolves is an open question.

Hedge Funds Review | 07 Sep 2010secure

Hedge funds focus on prime broker counterparty risks and financing

Hedge funds are putting an emphasis on counterparty risk and access to financing when selecting a prime broker. Kris Devasabai reports

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Jul 2010secure

EXCLUSIVE: Galle turns to Traiana for post-trade processing

Galle Global Macro Partners has joined Traiana’s Harmony network in a move which reflects the emphasis many hedge funds are placing on improving post-trade efficiency and reducing operational risks....

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Jul 2010

AIFM directive could create systemic risk warns industry

The number of companies operating as custodians and prime brokers could be reduced if the current alternative investment fund managers (AIFM) directive proposals come into force. Many also believe systemic......

Hedge Funds Review | 30 May 2010secure

Prime movers: an inside look at small and mid-sized prime brokers

The market for small and mid-sized prime brokers has seen explosive growth in recent years. Hedge Funds Review assesses the main players.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 May 2010secure

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