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Ryan W. Neal

Originally from Northern California, Ryan received bachelor's degrees in English and philosophy from UC Santa Barbara before beginning a career in journalism at the Santa Barbara Independent. After a few years of freelancing, bartending and snowboarding in Colorado, Ryan moved to New York to earn a master's degree in journalism at Columbia University. He has covered the advisor fintech beat since 2014. He Tweets at: @ryanWneal

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Google’s move into cybersecurity would be a win for advisers

Chronicle, Google's latest "moon shot," wants to level the playing field between large and small security teams.

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Advisers can use online info to learn more about prospects — but should they?

At Broadridge's Get Connected conference, panelists discussed the opportunities and challenges of data tracking.

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What advisers think of JPMorgan’s new mobile investing app

With its offer of free trades and plans for a robo-adviser, JPMorgan could be a direct competitor for millennial money.

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Betterment introduces investor solution for rising interest rates

Smart Saver intends to help investors use extra cash to take advantage of rising interest rates.

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Broker fined, barred by SEC for cherry-picking

Cease-and-desist order alleges Roger Denha allocated profitable trades to his personal account at the expense of clients.

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When it comes to regulating AI in financial services, murky waters are ahead

Laws are unclear on how the technology fits in with compliance.

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Ladenburg platform to help IBDs with succession planning, acquisitions

It's the first in a comprehensive M&A toolkit the firm plans to release through next year.

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‘Billions’ star Maggie Siff touts Betterment in new ad campaign

The commercials tell investors the robo adviser can help them 'outsmart average.'

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Fintech goes international to find top tech talent

Facing stiff competition from U.S. tech giants, fintechs find greener pastures overseas.

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Allianz Life joins Envestnet digital annuities marketplace

Insurer hopes Envestnet's technology will help reintroduce annuities to fee-based advisers.