Private Markets Insights

Perspectives on private markets technology, operations and innovation.

Behind the Waterfall: Paul Foley

In this edition of Behind the Waterfall, we speak with Paul Foley, CTO of qashqade. Paul talks about what that unusually global, cross-sector path teaches you about building mission-critical systems, and why he doesn't see innovation, stability and security as competing objectives.

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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.

What Allocation Errors Are Really Costing Private Market Firms

Allocation and fee calculation errors in private market funds can quietly compound into material financial and compliance risk. SEC cases highlight the visible consequences and a broader operational challenge.

A Year in Perspective: Industry, Technology, and What Comes Next

A candid year-end conversation with our CEO Oliver Freigang and CPO Gregor Kreuzer on 2025, the evolution of our platform, and how technology (including AI) will drive greater efficiency and growth in 2026.

Strategic partnership spotlight Entrilia

qashqade and Entrilia’s ongoing partnership continues to bridge the gap between fund accounting and carry modeling, delivering seamless, data-driven workflows that enhance accuracy and transparency. In this Partner Spotlight, leaders from both teams share how their collaboration is shaping the future of private markets operations.

Supply Chain Resilience in Private Markets

Paul Foley, CTO of qashqade, has long believed that operational resilience doesn’t stop at your own firewall. As private markets continue to digitize and outsource critical operations, the weakest link is no longer inside your systems, it’s in your supply chain.
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