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Software engineering is changing fast in the age of AI, and the way we design, build, and ship software is evolving with it. This multi-part series dives into practical techniques for using AI to boost productivity, keep code quality high, and help your teams move faster—without losing control of your architecture or standards.
In our latest research with APAC insurance asset managers – representing $2.6 trillion in AUM across Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia – found insurers are becoming far more comfortable handing a larger share of their assets to external managers.
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The chart-busting growth of alternative assets over the past decade has prompted many asset managers to increase their allocations to a wide range of private credit, equity, real estate, and hedge fund strategies. Multiple surveys and reports, including our recent Rise of Alternatives analysis, have commented on this phenomenon. But few (if any) have had access to CWAN’s database of nearly 400 insurers representing $4.4 trillion in combined AUM (as of August 2025).
Large Language Models (LLMs) have transformed the landscape of natural language processing, yet their potential can be significantly elevated through the practice of instruction fine-tuning. A vital element in this process involves the sourcing of high-quality, diverse questions to train…
Firms must act today to align operating models to their future business models. For technology and ops leaders, the future is already here.
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners recently put out new guidance regarding its Principles Based Bond Definitions (PBBD) within statutory accounting. They want to ensure that only securities embodying true creditor relationships are reported as such. This impacts how investments…
Find out how advanced technologies and system integrations are helping hedge funds improve risk visibility and gain a competitive edge.
Fragmented regulations, liquidity constraints, and diverse conventions make inventory management essential to capturing APAC's potential.
Beacon’s Neil Palmer, Co-Head of Quant Engineering, recently had the opportunity to sit down with Joanna Simpson at QuantMinds International in London. In this brief interview, he discusses the impact of risk in today’s markets on both hedge funds and…
Find out how advanced technologies and system integrations are helping hedge funds improve risk visibility and gain a competitive edge.
Overview As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries and reshape our daily lives, the need for robust AI risk management frameworks has never been more critical. These frameworks serve as essential guideposts for organizations developing, deploying, and using AI…
Explore the evolving technology landscape for hedge funds and how they can capitalize on diverse opportunities with the right technologies.
Peek behind the code at CWAN Engineering. Discover how our team tackles challenges like AI orchestration, auto‑scaling, and zero‑trust.