27 July 2026

In the high-velocity landscape of UK fintech and wealth management, the technical architecture supporting equity trading is not merely a utility: it is the heartbeat of the firm. For many of the UK’s most established financial institutions, this heartbeat is powered by Figaro, a robust wealth and portfolio management system. When hosted on the IBM i (IBM Power Systems) platform, Figaro offers a level...

In the high-stakes world of UK Fintech, resilience is not a feature: it is a prerequisite. For firms operating on the robust, time-tested architecture of IBM i, the challenge is twofold: maintaining the legendary stability of the platform while navigating an increasingly aggressive cyber-threat landscape and a tightening regulatory environment. The reality for many financial institutions is that...

In the high-stakes environment of UK wealth management and institutional brokerage, the technology stack is not merely a utility; it is the fundamental engine of the business. For many of the UK's most established financial institutions, this engine is built upon the robust, high-performance architecture of IBM i. Specifically, the integration of Order Management Systems (OMS) like Figaro on these...

The landscape of UK Fintech is undergoing a tectonic shift. As we navigate through 2026, the directive from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Accelerated Settlement Taskforce (AST) is no longer a distant theoretical goal; it is a pressing operational reality. By the end of this year, firms are expected to have completed the system and process changes necessary for T+0 post-trade capability....

In the high-stakes world of UK Fintech, where trading volumes are measured in milliseconds and regulatory scrutiny is a permanent fixture, the underlying infrastructure is often a blend of the cutting-edge and the battle-hardened. For many established financial institutions and rapidly scaling Fintech firms, the IBM i (Power Systems) remains the silent engine of the back office. It is a platform...