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SMBC Americas implements Fenergo
07 January 2026 US
Reporter: Tahlia Kraefft
By standardising and automating workflows, the solution drives operational efficiency, while enabling the reuse of verified Know Your Customer data
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How modern data architecture is reshaping asset servicing
Tahlia Kraefft examines how data architecture has emerged as a key strategic differentiator for asset servicing firms, enabling growth and client service, as the sector undergoes a structural change driven by increasing regulatory pressures, diverse client needs, and fintech-led market transformation
2027, a new T+1 deadline for the funds industry?
As Europe looks forward to a faster settlement cycle, Nicki Pelling, director at Calastone, looks at the pressure the fund environment is facing, and the lessons that can be learned from the US experience
Champagne and celebration
Back for its fifth year, the Asset Servicing Industry Excellence Awards recognised the outstanding efforts and contributions of individuals and firms, who are essential in this field
Life after T+1
Lloyd Sebastian, vice president of global financial institutions at CIBC Mellon, discusses Canada’s post T+1 evolution, the shift toward data-driven servicing, and how the firm is leveraging AI and digital innovation to meet client demand
The real bottleneck is inconsistent data
Despite new tools and rising interest in AI, speakers at CorpActions 2025 warned that poor issuer data and fragmented standards remain the biggest obstacles to smoother, safer corporate actions
Treasury transformation
Bana Akkad-Azhari, head of Treasury Services Europe, Middle East and Africa at BNY, speaks with Tahlia Kraefft about how firms are shifting their treasury operations from facilitators of operational efficiency, to enablers of strategic value
New ESG benchmark for asset servicing
Tahlia Kraefft speaks with Helle Eis Pallesen, senior treasury manager in Government Debt Management Danmarks Nationalbanken, on how Denmark’s landmark launch of a green bond aligned with the European Green Bond Standard sets a precedent for other sovereigns
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Carne Group
Miles Garzke
Miles Garzke, senior manager of Business Development at Carne Group, reflects on early setbacks, steep learning curves and the value of humility in financial services
CSD
Maxim Neshcheret
From Pakistan’s Raast to Brunei and Vietnam’s CSDs, Maxim Neshcheret, regional director, APAC, at CMA Small Systems, explains how the firm’s DEPO/X RTS/X platforms are linking markets and advancing digital readiness
Hawksford
Maxine Wessels
Having built her career across South Africa, the US and the Cayman Islands, Maxine Wessels, director – funds, at Hawksford, shares how curiosity, mentorship and a global outlook have shaped her path — and why she believes lifelong learning is key to growth
Broadridge
Osman Nur
Broadridge’s Osman Nur, senior manager, International Strategy, discusses his move from investment banking into asset servicing, the blend of strategy and technology shaping the industry’s future, and why embracing curiosity and continuous learning is key to long-term success
Temenos
Mick Fennell
Mick Fennell, business line director, Payments, at Temenos, discusses the key drivers of change in the payment industry, including the need for innovation, protection, regulation, and optimisation
Standard Chartered
Margaret Harwood-Jones
Margaret Harwood-Jones, managing director, global head of Financing and Securities Services at Standard Chartered, speaks to Zarah Choudhary about accelerating growth in Europe, the role of AI in securities services, and how frontier markets are driving the next wave of innovation
BNP Paribas
Jules Bottlaender
Asset Servicing Times speaks with Jules Bottlaender, head of Sustainable Finance APAC for Securities Services at BNP Paribas
Duco
Kaja Zupanc
Kaja Zupanc entered the world of asset services in an unconventional way. She shares her journey from holding a doctorate degree to being the head of AI at Duco
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News and people moves roundupSettlement
Nicki Pelling of Calastone looks at the pressure the fund environment is facing.Canada
CIBC Mellon’s Lloyd Sebastian discusses Canada’s post T+1 evolution.Industry Excellence Awards
The Asset Servicing Industry Excellence Awards returns for its fifth year
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Custody
Digital assets
