Geopolitics is now a critical macro and market variable... [more]By Opalesque: According to Amundi Investment Institute's "Investing in a 'Low Trust' World" report published last month, geopolitics has moved from being a peripheral, episodic risk to a central variable shaping macroeconomic policy, market behaviour, and portfolio construction
Legends4Legends 2026: Blockchain enters the heart of global finance... [more]Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: Theta Capital Management has announced Legends4Legends 2026, the premier annual blockchain conference for institutional allocators, family offices, and wealth advisors. The
Gotbit's Fraud Unraveled: How fake trading volume became Federal crime... [more]Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: On August 3, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced the proposed final judgment settling its fraud and market manipulation claims against Gotbit Consulting
Coatue's hedge fund sinks 8% in worst drop in more than a year... [more]Coatue Management's flagship hedge fund fell 8% during the month, marking its steepest decline in more than a year. The losses were driven primarily by the sharp reversal in AI-related technology stocks that had previously fueled strong gains.
Millennium lost 2% last month as AI trade whipsawed hedge funds... [more]Millennium Management lost approximately 2% during the month as the rapid reversal in AI-related positions hurt multi-manager hedge funds. Despite the setback, the firm remains positive for the year and continues to emphasize diversified portfolio construction.
How the arrogant 24-year-old hedge fund manager was saved by the old guys... [more]It's not often that superhero types are depicted as a bunch of suited hedge fund guys in their late 50s, but maybe we should all be momentarily thankful this morning that 57-year-old Ken Griffin and his assorted crew of similarly aged men leapt into the fray and plucked the publicly listed investmen
Citadel Securities: Bull market momentum remains robust... [more]Citadel Securities, the largest U.S. market maker, stated on August 4, "the bull market momentum remains robust after speculative trading by individual investors has been recalibrated," adding, "The factors that drove U.S. stocks to record highs this year are still firmly in place.&qu
How AQR turned tax-loss harvesting into a billionaire business... [more]Bloomberg profiles AQR Capital Management's tax-loss harvesting strategy, which has become a major business serving wealthy investors. The firm's technology-driven approach helps clients reduce tax liabilities while maintaining long-term investment exposure.
Best robo-advisors of 2026... [more]Forbes Advisor reviews the leading robo-advisors for 2026, comparing investment features, fees, portfolio construction and customer experience. The guide highlights platforms suited for a range of investors, from beginners to high-net-worth individuals.
Aberdeen pays undisclosed fee to reach Saba standstill across trust range... [more]Aberdeen has agreed to pay an undisclosed amount to activist investor Saba Capital as part of a standstill agreement covering several investment trusts. The agreement brings an end to a period of shareholder activism while allowing Aberdeen to focus on long-term management of the trusts.
AI server shipments to surge 31%... [more]Global artificial intelligence server shipments are expected to grow 31 percent this year to nearly 2.8 million units, driven by surging investment in AI infrastructure by major cloud service providers and stronger demand for rack-scale AI server systems, TrendForce Corp said yesterday.
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Crypto prime broker FalconX cuts workforce amid market downturn... [more]Digital asset prime broker FalconX has reduced its workforce as weaker cryptocurrency markets continue to pressure trading volumes and profitability. The company said the layoffs are intended to improve operational efficiency while positioning the business for long-term growth.
And, finally: Message in a Bottle... [more]From Newsoftheweird: A 53-year-old message in a bottle has finally made its way home. John Kauterman of New Jersey was doing his regular clean-up of the wetlands in Upper Township when he came across the artifact. Inside was a note written by Laurie Blair, who would have been 9 years old when she di
In an era of deepfakes, phantom fortunes, and narrative warfare, the challenge of distinguishing reality from illusion has never been more acute. For those stewarding generational wealth, the stakes are existential. This 11th edition of Horizons delves into the critical quest for clarity, offering a toolkit to navigate a world rife with deception and to build a foundation of verifiable trust.
Our journey begins with a chilling investigation into
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Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: On July 9th, participants from 28 countries joined Opalesque's "Kant & Capital" webinar - not for a lecture, but for a workshop. The premise: after sixty years of labels - SRI, triple bottom line, ESG, impact - each of which fell short of its promise, i..
