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FundsNetwork has launched a third version of its Tax Wrapper Analyser, including additional functionality following changes to the CGT regime last year.

Transact's Malcolm Murray thinks new players will enter the platform fold in 2011 - a year which could see the banking community grab a slice of the market.

Wow - what a year for platforms! Where do you stand on the great rebate debate? We look back on the most important developments.

IFAonline goes into Christmas pantomime mode with a light-hearted look at the year's heroes and villains in the platform world. Join in the fun and if you find yourself shouting out "Oh no he's not" to one of the personalities we deem a hero then please...

Nucleus has completed its £15m rights issue slightly ahead of schedule, with CEO David Ferguson hailing it a "brilliant" end to the year.

Ascentric chief Hugo Thorman says the FSA's "shocker" of a proposal to ban cash rebates is "fraught with difficulties" and has vowed to focus his energy on overturning the decision.

True Potential is launching a platform next year which could be up and running by Q1.

Transact has reduced its annual commission charged on investments as the wrap prepares to post an increase in profits for the year.

Fidelity says it is looking to include a "broader range" of platforms in its draft disclosure document as it seeks to create a consistent consensus across the industry.

How do you ensure the platform you choose is not going to fail. Maria Merricks reports.