Mike Esson, chief information security officer of $6 billion AUM Plancorp, seeks an edge through the latest technology but always weighs it against data security.
Able to create personalized portfolios in minutes, the SaaS platform has attracted funding in a venture capital round led by ETFS Capital.
The brokerage app sued Commonwealth Secretary William Galvin, arguing against the validity of Massachusetts’ fiduciary standard. The state’s highest court ruled in favor of Galvin.
Amidst the sea of hype over how spot Bitcoin ETF rollouts will unlock a fresh wave of advised money, it is a challenge to find advisors showing them love.
The partnership will incorporate iCapital’s research and tools into Morningstar’s Advisor Workstation to help advisors vet, and invest in, alts from inside the portfolio platform.
It’s a stark difference from the other nine spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have pulled in a total of nearly $1.4 billion.
Known for helping RIAs with cash management and crypto, the company is now tackling the thorny world of annuities.
Clint Walkner of $560 million AUM Walkner Condon likes the scope of an all-in-one platform but at times misses some best-of-breed tools.
Also, Smartleaf Asset Management collaborates with Clearstead Advisors and retirement assets in automated state savings programs reach $1 billion.
The virtual platform is meant to streamline business administration and tech management for sub-$100 million advisors.