Technology

Ascentric is launching a direct-to-consumer (D2C) platform for adviser clients early next year.

GHC Fund Management has launched its Resilient range of OEICs on the Novia platform.

Bramdean Asset Management has confirmed it is launching an execution only funds supermarket next year, quashing reports the launch had been shelved due to concerns over platform regulation.

Axa Wealth has launched a new financial advice service for Co-operative's retail banking customers.

Fidelity Fundsnetwork has unveiled a shortlist of 16 funds approved by Old Broad Street Research (OBSR) as suitable for Junior ISAs.

Legal & General International (Ireland) and Suffolk Life have announced Skandia as their new distribution partner.

A ban on fund manager rebates to SIPPs would make sense if a similar ban is applied to platforms, SIPP providers have said.

Zurich UK Life has recruited 20 staff from rival platforms as it prepares to launch its retail platform later this year.

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Skandia is considering expanding its risk rated fund range to include an income solution for those nearing or at retirement.