Private Markets Insights
Perspectives on private markets technology, operations and innovation.
qashqade's new MCP layer lets your AI tools talk to qashqade directly. Ask in plain language, trigger a calculation, and read back validated results. In this walkthrough, CTO Paul Foley shows how to get it running and turn a simple request into a fully branded dashboard.
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Behind the Waterfall: Caroline Fink
In this edition of Behind the Waterfall, we speak with Caroline Fink, Head of Marketing at qashqade, about her journey from investment conferences and investor relations into private markets technology. Drawing on her client-side experience at a fund of funds manager, Caroline reflects on her journey to technology-driven allocation management.
Inside Private Markets: Simplifying Fund Operations
In this edition we speak with ASK about what makes Norway’s private markets distinct. From the role of trust and administrative discipline to the challenge of building an effective fund tech stack, the conversation explores how rule-based, cloud-enabled solutions are shaping the future of fund operations in Norway.
Behind the Waterfall: Tom Sebastian
In this edition of Behind the Waterfall, Tom Sebastian reflects on his journey from early platform development to shaping qashqade’s modern architecture. He discusses the evolution of the technology stack, the unique challenges of building for private markets, and why solving complex, high-impact problems with a collaborative team keeps him motivated.
Scaling carry modelling
IQ-EQ is a global fund administrator with deep technical accounting expertise, supporting private market managers globally. As client demand grew and fund structures became more complex, the team sought to enhance and scale their carry modelling service for fund manager clients across the EMEA region.
How Regulations Are Raising the Bar for Technology
As regulatory frameworks come into focus, expectations of technology partners in private markets are rising. In this piece, Paul Foley, CTO of qashqade, shares his perspective on why regulation should be seen not as a compliance exercise, but as a reflection of what clients already demand: resilience, transparency, and accountability.
Behind the Waterfall: Roksana Klapkowska
In this edition of Behind the Waterfall, Roksana Klapkowska reflects on her journey from a UK pension fund to qashqade, sharing insights on transparency, governance, and how technology can help asset owners navigate private markets more efficiently.
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