MiFID II tick size regime sees increase in certain transaction costs
The French financial regulator has found MiFID II’s tick size regime has widened the spread on certain transactions and impacted HFT market makers.
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DRW to acquire rival in latest HFT tie-up
Terms of the deal were not disclosed but it is expected to close by the end of September.
HFT: Not so flashy anymore
After a string of M&A deals in the HFT space at the beginning of the year, does it spell an end to the traditional HFT business model? Writes Joe Parsons.
First global HFT database being developed
Economists and financial experts to build the world’s first HFT database.
HFT supports liquidity in times of market stability – study
French watchdog publishes study on HFT on Euronext during times of market volatility.
MiFID II’s algo plans come under fire
Rules to restrict and flag algorithmic traders has led to a wave of criticism from market participants, but will the rules do any good?
Trump appoints HFT trader to head up US Army
Founder of Virtu, who formerly served in the US Army, will join US government in January.
Horizon Software links up with Singapore smart trading platform
The partnership with NPG is the latest move from Horizon as it looks to expand its Asian footprint.
Flash crash trader admits spoofing
Navinder Sarao’s plea bargain means he now faces two charges and up to 30 years in prison.
The Big Interview: Doug Cifu
The Trade speaks to Virtu Financial's chief executive officer, Doug Cifu about the firm's often misunderstood business model, its move into the derivatives swaps market, and European regulation.