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: Hester Bernard
Behind every innovation is a great team. In our latest edition of "Behind the Waterfall," meet Hester Bernard, who shares her journey into private markets and what excites her about qashqade.
DORA – What you need to know
As we all know, in January 2025, DORA (the Digital Operational Resilience Act) comes into force for financial companies – but what does this mean for the rest of us?
Inside Private Markets with Jordan Rothberg, IQ-EQ
Jordan Rothberg, Co-Head of Private Equity Fund Administration, U.S. for IQ-EQ shares his thoughts on fund administration challenges, key person risk, the difference dedicated technology is making, and some fund accounting career building tips.
How small operational spreadsheet errors can have huge consequences
Studies show that nine out of ten spreadsheets (with more than 150 rows) contain errors, and it’s not just in financial services that spreadsheet blunders are causing headaches.
Misinterpreted LPA terms and their (potentially huge) consequences
Misinterpreted terms from LPAs can lead to inaccuracies, overpayments, and discrepancies with fund returns. We delve into some real-world examples with their potential effect on a hypothetical investment.
The evolution of private equity compensation: navigating the latest trends and challenges
As the industry continues to evolve, compensation packages are becoming increasingly complex, with a focus on carried interest, clawback provisions, performance-based incentives, and total compensation.
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