Jens Bartenschlager

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eSM is a compliant e-invoicing format - whether you adopt or receive it

Jens Bartenschlager: Aug 28, 2026, 3:13:30 PM

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Why post-trade automation is now critical in modern energy markets

Jens Bartenschlager: May 26, 2026, 8:49:01 PM

Post-trade automation in energy trading is the use of digital workflows, data standards and integrated platforms to manage confirmations,...

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Fragmented Invoicing, Hidden Risk: Why European Energy Traders Need Interoperable eSM Now

Jens Bartenschlager: Apr 21, 2026, 12:23:10 PM

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The Mechanics of Settlement Risk in OTC Energy Trading Markets

Jens Bartenschlager: Feb 4, 2026, 3:58:01 PM

Settlement is the critical final stage of the trade lifecycle, where notional P&L becomes actual cash flow and physical title transfer. It is also...

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From M+20 to T+1: Why eSM Is the Missing Link in Accelerated Energy Settlement

Jens Bartenschlager: Feb 3, 2026, 1:34:32 PM

This article is the second part of our eSM series exploring settlement risk in OTC energy markets. It focuses on operational readiness for faster...

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Why Settlement Risk Is Still the Biggest Blind Spot in OTC Energy Trading

Jens Bartenschlager: Feb 3, 2026, 1:30:40 PM

This article is part of our a two-part series that provides a comprehensive analysis of the settlement risk landscape within OTC energy markets,...

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The value of 10+ years at ETW: Insights, innovation and collaboration

Jens Bartenschlager: Sep 22, 2025, 9:35:31 PM

This year marks more than a decade of attending Energy Trading Week (ETW) Europe for me personally, and my sixth year representing Fidectus as CEO....

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America's AI Action Plan - Implications for European Energy Industry

Jens Bartenschlager: Jul 24, 2025, 9:49:40 PM

Yesterday, July 23, 2025 the White House has unveiled "Winning the Race - America's AI Action Plan". The plan is framed as a national imperative to...

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Interoperability in European Energy Markets

Jens Bartenschlager: May 9, 2025, 12:04:55 PM

In today’s fast-moving energy trading markets, one fact is undeniable: interoperability is not just important, it’s mission-critical.

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E-world Insights & Why Fidectus is Excited About the Future

Jens Bartenschlager: Jan 8, 2025, 1:39:59 PM

As we approach E-world 2025, it's clear that this year's event will be a pivotal moment for businesses seeking to stay at the forefront of...

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Revolutionising Energy Trading: Technology and Community at ETW 2024

Jens Bartenschlager: Sep 1, 2024, 11:56:24 PM

As someone who has attended Energy Trading Week (ETW) for the past 10 years, I’ve seen firsthand how this event has grown in scope and significance,...