Product & Service Launches

Guardian Payroll Services Launches End-to-End Payroll Solution 

Guardian Payroll Services launched its end-to-end payroll solution. The platform, also accessible via mobile app, includes self-service features that allow employees to view their compensation and benefits data and paid-time-off usage. 

“We’re more than a payroll provider—we’re a partner to our clients, using our expertise to help them navigate a complicated payroll and tax environment in a collaborative effort,” said Matt Taylor, president of Guardian Payroll, in a statement. “We combine smart technology with human-first guidance to deliver tailored solutions as unique as each team we serve.” 

Cambria Rolls Out Global Equal Weight ETF 

Cambria announced the rollout of its Global Equal Weight exchange-traded fund, effective June 4 and anticipated to launch September 25. The fund’s contribution deadline is September 3. 

The GEW ETF provides diversified exposure to global equities through an equal-weighted portfolio. The ETF is part of a 351 Exchange, which allows investors to contribute stocks or other securities to a newly formed ETF in exchange for ETF shares.  

AllianzIM Adds Buffered ETFs to its Product Suite 

Allianz Investment Management launched two new ETFs: the AllianzIM U.S. Equity Buffer100 Protection ETF and the AllianzIM U.S. Equity Buffer15 ETF. Both funds, with ticker symbols AIOO and QBSF, respectively, are designed to reset quarterly, allowing investors to refresh their downside risk parameters and refresh upside more frequently. 

AIOO seeks 100% buffered protection against market losses over each three-month outcome period, capturing a portion of market gains determined by a quarterly participation rate. QBSF seeks a 15% buffer against market declines, capping upside exposure and resetting every three months before accounting for any fees or expenses of the fund. 

Both ETFs will be offered at an expense ratio of 64 basis points annually. Each will be traded on the Cboe BZK exchange. 

Neuberger Berman Launches Tax-Managed Long/Short Strategy 

Investment manager Neuberger Berman has launched a tax-managed long/short strategy as part of its expansion of the Neuberger Custom Direct Investing platform. The strategy uses leverage (e.g., 130% long and 30% short) to improve both pre-tax and after-tax returns. 

According to the firm, the strategy addresses the growing market interest in long/short approaches and may help high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals to better manage their tax liabilities. 

The NB CDI platform managed $6.6 billion in assets as of May 30, 2025. 

SoFi Announces New Global Remittance Service and Crypto Investing 

SoFi has launched a new self-serve offering for international money transfers, also known as global remittances, as well as cryptocurrency investing, which is slated to launch later this year. Both products currently have waitlists for members to gain access once they are available. 

Eligible SoFi Money members will be able to initiate a transfer in the SoFi app by entering the recipient’s contact details and amount to send in U.S. dollars. Funds will automatically be transferred on secure blockchain networks, converted into local currency at the destination, and deposited into the recipient’s account. 

The new crypto offering will allow SoFi members to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. SoFi also intends to offer stablecoins and other services, such as providing members the ability to borrow against their crypto assets, expanding payment options and introducing new staking features. 

CAIS Launches First Series for Models Marketplace 

Alternative investment platform for advisers, CAIS, launched its first series of investment models onto the CAIS Models Marketplace. The models are developed by managers BlackRock, Carlyle, Franklin Templeton and KKR Model Portfolios. 

The new models enable advisers to leverage single-click model allocations across private and registered funds, for both subscription-based and ticker-traded products on the CAIS platform. 

The four developers offer multi-asset models, including allocations to areas such as private equity and private credit, as well as public equity and debt. 

S&P Dow Jones Indices Collaborates to Bring the 500 Index On Chain 

S&P Dow Jones Indices announced Tuesday a collaboration with decentralized infrastructure provider Centrifuge to bring the S&P 500 index on chain. The two will license the index to access the fund tokenization space through Centrifuge’s real-world asset integration. 

The providers plan to create one of the first digital tokens that represent exposure to the S&P 500 index. The tokens can then be owned, used and transferred through the blockchain, providing access to a broader range of market participants.

Anemoy Capital, a web3 native asset manager powered by Centrifuge, has been licensed by S&P DJI and global asset manager Janus Henderson—the sub adviser for the fund—to offer the Janus Henderson Anemoy S&P 500 Index Fund Segregated Portfolio. The portfolio is expected to launch later this year, subject to regulatory approval.