Investment Platforms
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October 18, 2024
SEC X Account's Alleged Hacker Arrested Over Fake Bitcoin ETF PostThe fake post, a day ahead of the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, caused the price of Bitcoin to surge.
October 18, 2024
Foundation Source Buys Fintech Firm Powering CharityvestThe acquisition will help the charitable giving technology provider offer a fund platform with an improved user experience.
October 17, 2024
Robinhood to Give Investors Access to Futures, Index OptionsThe news follows a move by competitor Fidelity Investments to launch a revamped desktop platform for traders.
October 15, 2024
Commonwealth Rolls Out Tax Planning, Efficiency Tools for AdvisorsWayne Bloom says he likes to think of Commonwealth as a time merchant for advisors.
October 10, 2024
Fidelity Reports Data Breach Hitting 77,000 ClientsA third party opened two Fidelity accounts and used them to obtain customers' personal data, the company says.
October 08, 2024
Fidelity to Unveil Revamped Desktop-Trading PlatformThe new Active Trader Pro will feature faster processing speeds and a refreshed look.
October 07, 2024
Wells Fargo Client Sues Over Data BreachThe bank discovered the breach in July; a lawsuit alleges the it waited three months to notify customers.
October 04, 2024
LPL Closes Acquisition of Atria Wealth SolutionsThe firm said it expects to meet or exceed its 80% advisor retention goal.
October 03, 2024
Morgan Stanley's 2025 Comp Plan Intensifies Cross-Selling PushThe bank has long sent business advisors' way. It wants them to return the favor.
October 02, 2024
How Private Equity Ownership Will and Won't Change AssetMarkTwo top executives from the firm offered ThinkAdvisor an inside look at AssetMark's growth strategy.