Regulations
FiDA and the long data frustration
Independent wealth managers have long faced the same structural problem: unreliable, incomplete and slow data interfaces with custodian banks. Holdings
February 26, 2026
Technology
Client Relations
Private Banking vs Independent Wealth Management
The Real Battle for UHNWIs 💼 Private Banking vs Independent Wealth Management: The Real Battle for UHNWIs The world of
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Client Relations
Global Wealth Needs Independent Guidance
Global wealth expands across borders faster than families can adapt. Regulations tighten. Tax regimes shift. Markets remain unpredictable. Families with
February 12, 2026
Personal Views
Swiss Private Banking Faces Decline: Asia and the Middle East Rise
By the time I retire, Swiss Private Banking will no longer be the global leader in wealth management. Asia and
February 10, 2026
Technology & Trends
Asia’s Quiet Expansion
I recently reviewed the websites of independent wealth managers across Asia. I looked beyond design and marketing language and focused
January 20, 2026
Industry Insight
What Wealth Managers Really Expect from a Custodian Bank in Switzerland
A recent LinkedIn poll prompted a revealing discussion about what truly matters when selecting a custodian bank in Switzerland. Many
January 17, 2026
Regulations
Financial Transparency or Just Box-Ticking? 💭
Be honest: who really reads a Cookie Policy before clicking “Accept”? Hardly anyone. We all know the routine — click,
January 15, 2026
Technology & Trends
Singapore AI
A Game Changer for Global Wealth Management While Europe continues to debate frameworks, Singapore AI is already reshaping wealth management
January 13, 2026
Industry Insight
The Ultimate Guide to Merging Two Independent Wealth Managers
Independent wealth managers face rapid change. Regulatory pressure grows. Client expectations rise. Competition intensifies. Because of this, many firms are
December 7, 2025
Technology & Trends
AI Investment Research Platforms (2025)
Independent wealth managers operate in a world where clients expect global insights, fast reactions, and well-structured investment narratives. Meanwhile, regulations
November 21, 2025
Regulations
Independent Wealth Management in the U.S.
This article summarises the structure, regulation, and terminology of the U.S. independent wealth-management industry. All factual statements are based on
November 17, 2025
Industry Insight
The Real Cost of Private Banking in Switzerland
Private banking cost Switzerland — an essential topic for affluent investors and UHNWIs evaluating whether private banks or independent wealth
November 15, 2025
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