Data & Trading: The Change in Capital Markets Infrastructure

Data is the most valuable asset a company has, and what a company does with that data can be a great indicator of their success. But what does data and trading mean for you? In this episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet CFA Peter Kerr is joined by Francis Wenzel as they discuss the role and accessibility of data as it relates to trading, compliance, artificial intelligence and machine learning within the financial markets. Francis is a financial data and technology expert who is applying his knowledge and experience to TickSmith, a true “FinTech” software company that combines cutting-edge technology and deep knowledge in Capital Markets to reach new summits of innovation. Driven by more data-intensive data requirements for trading, compliance, artificial intelligence and machine learning, there has never been so much traditional and alternative data to work with. TickSmith's highly scalable, modular platforms, built on open-source technologies are crucial in today’s data-driven world.Key Takeaways:[1:46] Enterprise software company or cutting-edge fintech? TickSmith is actually both.[5:52] Data privacy concerns at every usage level of company and individual data.[8:31] Why are capital markets so interested in data?[12:25] Correcting the pitfalls in the buy-side capital markets and a look at one of the biggest new trends in data sharing.[15:00] TickSmith’s role as a data platform seller, and how data might be utilized moving forward.[20:17] Benefits of using charting and technician analysis tools.[23:15] The financial potential that comes with understanding and utilizing data.[25:06] Practical use cases of data in blockchain and cryptocurrencies.[28:17] The computer revolution is bigger than the industrial revolution.Mentioned in This Episode:Yieldstreet