Alternatives July 1, 2025

Opportunity Awaits Asset Owners in Tokenization

Blockchain-based investments could provide liquidity and operational efficiency for institutional investors.

Digital Assets and Tokenization

An examination of issues affecting how, and if, institutions include digital — or tokenized — assets in their portfolios and what kind of changes might increase the investment structure’s appeal. 

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Newsmakers July 8, 2025

William Blair Names Robert Kendall as Global Head of Investment Management

The former Raymond James Investment Management president will succeed Stephanie Braming.

Pensions July 8, 2025

Ohio Legislators Reshape Teachers’ Pension Board Structure

According to the recently passed state budget, teachers will see their representation on the State Teachers’ Retirement System of Ohio’s board slashed to three from a majority of seven by 2028, following years of governance conflict.

Opinion July 8, 2025

Outdated Financial Theory Is Failing Us All: What CIOs Must Rethink About Risk, Return and Resilience

Today’s systemic threats—from climate breakdown to democratic backsliding—demand a fundamental shift in how CIOs understand and manage long-term value creation.

Newsmakers July 7, 2025

April Wilcox Named Senior Investment Director at CalSTRS

Promoted from director of investment services, Wilcox will direct the investment operations of the $358 billion plan.

Asset Allocation July 7, 2025

CIO Interview Series: Barry Kenneth, CIO of the UK’s Pension Protection Fund

The CIO of the UK's Pension Protection Fund discusses investing in the private markets and investing trends.

Corporate Moves July 7, 2025

Aquiline Closes Acquisition of SEI Family Office Services Unit

The business has been rebranded as Archway, effective June 30.

Newsmakers July 3, 2025

President Trump Signs Tax, Policy Bill

The massive measure raises taxes on certain endowments, extends the federal debt limit, makes cuts to federal benefits and much more.

Corporate Moves July 3, 2025

Apollo, Athene Backed Athora to Acquire PRT Provider Pension Insurance Corp.

The $7.78 billion acquisition of the UK based defined benefit insurer will create a group with $158 billion in assets.

Pensions July 3, 2025

NC State Legislation Moves Sole Pension Investment Decisions Away From Treasurer

The newly created North Carolina Investment Authority’s five-member board will oversee all investment activities for the state’s retirement system.

Pensions July 3, 2025

Asset Gains for 100 Largest Public Pensions Surge $98B in May; PRT Costs Decline

Funded levels for the plans rose to 81.1% during the month.

Newsmakers July 3, 2025

Barry Kenneth Talks Infrastructure and Institutional Investing

The CIO of the UK's Pension Protection Fund discusses investing in the private markets and investing trends in a webinar with CIO.

Market Moves July 2, 2025

JFK Airport Lands Australia’s TelstraSuper as New Investor

The investment, of an undisclosed amount, “aligns with our long-term approach and our commitment to supporting essential infrastructure,” a fund official said.

Corporate Moves July 2, 2025

Ex-GIC Tech Boss Launches Inaugural VC Fund

Jeremy Kranz’s Sentinel Global has raised $213.5 million in committed capital.

Newsmakers July 2, 2025

Georgetown University Taps Lehigh Endowment for New CIO

Kristin Agatone will become the investment chief of the $3.7 billion endowment, effective September 15, succeeding Michael Barry. 

Alternatives July 1, 2025

Tokenization Gets a Boost, but Questions Remain

Regulators are making it easier to tokenize assets, but market structure will have to evolve to support widespread adoption.