SC Ventures will be led by Alex Manson, previously head of transaction banking.
The hub simplifies access to systematic internalisers via an API.
The launch of bitcoin futures signals institutional recognition.
Major innovation is two to four years away.
Fund Link is able to connect with other blockchains for fund distribution.
At least one global bank will offload the processes in 2018, BNP predicts.
SCS will become part of TP ICAP's energy and commodities unit.
Fund managers to adopt more electronic trading, TCA & automation in 2018.
The exchange wants to attract high- and bio-tech listings.