Fee pressure and improvements in data and analytics are among the leading issues the industry faces today, executives say.

The barriers for firms to enter into multiple financial services has dropped significantly and digital advisory firms are taking advantage.

Players on both sides of the fence are being forced to rethink past practices.

The new open architecture platform will minimize the “swivel chair experience” for advisors.

Executives say the race to zero in fund fees and improvements in data and analytics are among the top issues impacting asset management.

Firms that generate 75.5% profit margins are hiring, buying and automating, according to FA Insight.

It’s a tool, not a business model said the CEO at LINC conference; competitors beg to differ.

The ex-CEO of a tax-focused firm acquired by the network in 2012 now leads HD Vest and 1st Global following the $180-million deal.

The new player aims to disrupt the sector despite losing some 300 reps to other firms.

The tech stack is about much more than efficiency and scale.