Trading Tech
FSMLabs Selects Arista Switches
The precise switches will be used in the TimeKeeper time management software for high-frequency trading.
BT Rolls Out Services in Equinix Datacenters
The partnership adds 10 locations to the BT Radianz global footprint.
ICE, Cetip to Partner on Brazilian Bonds Platform
The move signals yet more demand for enhanced, local trading capacity in emerging markets.
For Commodities Swaps Dealers, Agenda Moves from Definitions to Reporting
Decomposition and aggregation tools will be needed for trades crossing multiple commodities, as will a flexible framework for potential future rules changes.
Japan's Pension Fund Association to Tap MSCI for Hedge Fund Vetting
The PFA will use RiskMetrics HedgePlatform to perform due diligence, achieve greater transparency.
Everis Adds Numerix Analytics
The global consultant will incorporate risk and pricing valuations into its risk management suite.
Form PF Shines Light on Golden Copies and Mapping Requirements
While the SEC says that it will only take about 53 man hours to complete a Form PF filing, a new whitepaper by Eze Castle Software estimates that number to be on the low end of the spectrum.
BT Radianz Achieves Global Reach with Mass Connectivity Drive
Cloud product offers access to worldwide venues.
New Version of TradePlus Debuts in Brazil
The co-located version of TradingScreen's sell-side OMS is the first of several global stops.
QuantHouse Updates Algorithmic Trading Tool
QuantFactory 5.3.0 has Walk Forward optimization, latency simulation, back-testing initialization, datafile splits and full support of Microsoft.Net 4.0.
TriOptima Debuts TriBalance for Credit Risk
The triBalance service lowers systemic risk by rebalancing counterparty credit exposure for OTC derivatives.
Lombard Risk's Colline Making Inroads in Vienna
Risk management firm signs deal with Austrian bank BAWAG P.S.K. for collateral management solution.
QuantHouse Updates Algorithmic Trading Tool
QuantFactory 5.3.0 has Walk Forward optimization, latency simulation, back-testing initialization, datafile splits and full support of Microsoft.Net 4.0.
CFN Services Expands Cloud-Based Alpha Platform in Europe
Initially available in London and Frankfurt, the vendor plans to expand to additional hubs in Madrid, Milan, Moscow, Stockholm and Zurich.
Colt First Through the Door at NYSE Euronext’s Basildon Datacenter
Colt to provide low-latency connectivity to NYSE Euronext, following the exchange’s decision to open its Basildon, UK, datacenter to third-party network providers.
BNY Mellon, Investor Analytics to Enhance Funds' Risk Management
The firms will partner to add Investor Analytics' liability modeling to BNY's institutional clients solution.
How to Spell the Future of 'SEF'? Aggregation and Consolidation
Tim Bourgaize Murray considers the future once SEFs are operational, including what smaller SEFs might do, how the sell side will leverage its previous advantages, and the lingering challenges that lie ahead.
SunGard Adds TOM MTF Connectivity to Platform
SunGard's Valdi Market Access trading platform to gain acess to shares, derivatives and exchange-traded funds traded on Dutch MTF.
A New 'Trinity' Unveils its 'Shrink-Wrapped' Hedge Fund
eClerx, Arbor Financial Services and Trinity Fund Administration have teamed to provide a front-to-back offering to hedge funds.