2020 – Quinlan & Associates

Time To (Ex)change: The Evolution of Stock Exchanges from Trading Venues to Data Providers

webadmin — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 14:27:34 +0000

Over the past few decades, stock exchanges have undergone a fundamental evolution in their business models – from hand signals and verbal communications under the open outcry system, to the current stage of electronic trading. These changes have brought about a range of unique opportunities and challenges, and exchanges worldwide have been actively exploring ways in which to enhance their…

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End of the Opt-In Era: Hong Kong’s Clampdown on Virtual Asset Trading Platforms

webadmin — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 14:20:00 +0000

This report looks at the recently announced ban being proposed on the trading of cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets by retail investors in the city. Many exchanges are starting to re-evaluate their future strategy and operating model, including the implications of being licensed entities.

The Human Factor

webadmin — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 14:33:00 +0000

In recent years, the world has seen the rise of a plethora of new technology players, including a growing number of innovative FinTech companies, who have recently entered – or are on the verge of entering – “unicorn” territory. For the largest firms, operating footprints now span multiple countries, with employees numbering in the thousands. Despite impressive headline growth numbers…

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Beyond The Buzz

webadmin — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:37:00 +0000

If history has taught us one thing, it is that companies need to continuously innovate in order to survive. In the past decade alone, the world has witnessed a number of household names, including the likes of Kodak, Nokia, Blockbuster, Blackberry, and Myspace descend from global market dominance to economic irrelevance. Many of these firms fell victim to a wave of digital disruption…

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Beating The Coronavirus Pandemic (BCP)

webadmin — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 15:44:00 +0000

This report examines the importance of business continuity planning in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In particular, it provides a robust framework to design, implement, and evaluate a firm’s BCP strategy. The report also provides quick tips on how businesses of all sizes can best navigate these trying times.