Alt Data Council Announces New Expert Network Workstream and First Publication—Compliance Due Diligence Questionnaire

Recently the FISD Alternative Data Council determined to expand its purview to cover the expert network research space and have recently published a new member resource. The Compliance Due Diligence Questionnaire for Expert Network Research Providers is designed to evaluate the compliance framework, operational controls, and risk management practices of expert networks and other vendors that provide access to expert-derived products. The group’s efforts are ongoing. All FISD members are invited to participate in projects. Please contact Tracey Shumpert if you wish to join.

WFIC Rising Stars Fellowship Applications

FISD is offering five Rising Stars Fellowships for WFIC 2026 (Oct. 11-14 in Copenhagen). The fellowship provides free admission to WFIC and comes with special recognition and responsibilities. Fellowship winners will have a speaking opportunity, be recognized on stage, and co-host the Rising Star happy hour, sponsored by Bloomberg. Applications are open through June 24 and will be anonymously reviewed by the FISD Rising Star steering committee, with winners notified in early July. Learn more and apply here.

AsiaFIC 2026 Highlights

Last week, more than 340 financial information professionals gathered in Singapore for AsiaFIC 2026, including a record 95 consumer delegates. The event brought together representatives from more than 75 companies across 20 countries. Discussions focused on the increasing adoption of AI in capital markets, the ongoing convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, the transformation of market data distribution models, and the heightened emphasis on tokenization and next-generation market infrastructure. 

We are grateful to our sponsors, speakers, and members for creating such a compelling and well-attended event. FISD will begin planning for AsiaFIC 2027 very shortly. Please contact Peter Tierney if you’d like information about developments.

Update from SIIA