With 2013 upon us, one of the stories to watch this year is the implementation of a section of Dodd-Frank rules that are slated to go into effect. Although the new Regulation is imminent, many financial companies are still struggling with understanding clearly the scope of the new laws as well as effort involved to fully comply. Catering to this need, technology consultant to the financial trading industry, HFT Technologies has announced the launch of HFT Pros. HFT Pros is a new company that will provide compliance and IT consulting to meet Dodd-Frank driven demand. HFT CEO Tony Verga explained the worries that are hitting companies due to Dodd-Frank, “For financial firms, 2013 will be Y2K all over again. Wrapping up IT projects now will be critical to having capacity to implement the new rules later in the year.”
HFT Technologies LLC Opens New Consulting Company to Help IT Departments Prepare for Dodd-Frank and 2013 Regulatory Deadlines
New HFT Pros from HFT Technologies provides on-site IT and compliance specialists with trading systems and financial industry experience.
Chicago IL (PRWEB) January 23, 2013
HFT Technologies LLC announced the launch of a new company, HFT Pros, to provide on-site consultingand staff supplementation services to financial firms throughout Chicago, New York City and other major financial centers. Demand for IT consultants with trading systems experience is expected to rise sharply, according to executives at HFT Technologies. Dodd-Frank and new EU regulations on high-frequency trading will require substantial revisions in software systems, reporting and documentation.
“For the past two years, we have been building the technology – a new, sub-4 microseconds CME FIX Gateway and CME Price Feed Handler. We expanded our CME co-locating services by adding full Hosting capabilities at the CME Aurora Data Center,” said CEO Tony Verga. “With HFT Pros, we can now send teams of consultants to help our clients implement the faster, more efficient systems in time to meet regulatory deadlines.”
With Dodd-Frank compliance deadlines – and the likelihood of additional federal regulations aimed at high-frequency trading – it’s imperative that firms complete current IT projects, streamline maintenance procedures and have documentation in place ahead of time.
“For financial firms, 2013 will be Y2K all over again,” said Verga. “Wrapping up IT projects now will be critical to having capacity to implement the new rules later in the year.”
In highest demand are financial programmers, network engineers, project managers, co-location implementation specialists and market data experts. All HFT Pros consultants have a minimum of 5 years of experience with trading software and financial infrastructure.
Project managers are needed most urgently. Their documentation skills will prove invaluable, as even more regulations are likely to come from SEC, CFTC and many European agencies throughout next year.
Further information is at https://www.hftpros.comAbout HFT Pros
HFT Pros provides on-site consulting and staff supplementation services for algorithmic trading firms, clearing firms, hedge funds, private funds and banks. All consultants have financial industry experience and are backed by HFT Technologies’ founding partners, leaders in the development of connectivity solutions for the high-speed trading industry for more than 15 years.
About HFT Technologies
A leading provider of consulting, networking and technology solutions, HFT Technologies LLC specializes in infrastructure and application development specific to algorithmic trading and market making. Additional services include global co-hosting, 24/7 server maintenance and monitoring, and custom programming LAN/WAN design, proximity co-location, and algorithmic trading application design and engineering.
With 2013 upon us, one of the stories to watch this year is the implementation of a section of Dodd-Frank rules that are slated to go into effect. Although the new Regulation is imminent, many financial companies are still struggling with understanding clearly the scope of the new laws as well as effort involved to fully comply. Catering to this need, technology consultant to the financial trading industry, HFT Technologies has announced the launch of HFT Pros. HFT Pros is a new company that will provide compliance and IT consulting to meet Dodd-Frank driven demand. HFT CEO Tony Verga explained the worries that are hitting companies due to Dodd-Frank, “For financial firms, 2013 will be Y2K all over again. Wrapping up IT projects now will be critical to having capacity to implement the new rules later in the year.”
HFT Technologies LLC Opens New Consulting Company to Help IT Departments Prepare for Dodd-Frank and 2013 Regulatory Deadlines
New HFT Pros from HFT Technologies provides on-site IT and compliance specialists with trading systems and financial industry experience.
Chicago IL (PRWEB) January 23, 2013
HFT Technologies LLC announced the launch of a new company, HFT Pros, to provide on-site consultingand staff supplementation services to financial firms throughout Chicago, New York City and other major financial centers. Demand for IT consultants with trading systems experience is expected to rise sharply, according to executives at HFT Technologies. Dodd-Frank and new EU regulations on high-frequency trading will require substantial revisions in software systems, reporting and documentation.
“For the past two years, we have been building the technology – a new, sub-4 microseconds CME FIX Gateway and CME Price Feed Handler. We expanded our CME co-locating services by adding full Hosting capabilities at the CME Aurora Data Center,” said CEO Tony Verga. “With HFT Pros, we can now send teams of consultants to help our clients implement the faster, more efficient systems in time to meet regulatory deadlines.”
With Dodd-Frank compliance deadlines – and the likelihood of additional federal regulations aimed at high-frequency trading – it’s imperative that firms complete current IT projects, streamline maintenance procedures and have documentation in place ahead of time.
“For financial firms, 2013 will be Y2K all over again,” said Verga. “Wrapping up IT projects now will be critical to having capacity to implement the new rules later in the year.”
In highest demand are financial programmers, network engineers, project managers, co-location implementation specialists and market data experts. All HFT Pros consultants have a minimum of 5 years of experience with trading software and financial infrastructure.
Project managers are needed most urgently. Their documentation skills will prove invaluable, as even more regulations are likely to come from SEC, CFTC and many European agencies throughout next year.
Further information is at https://www.hftpros.comAbout HFT Pros
HFT Pros provides on-site consulting and staff supplementation services for algorithmic trading firms, clearing firms, hedge funds, private funds and banks. All consultants have financial industry experience and are backed by HFT Technologies’ founding partners, leaders in the development of connectivity solutions for the high-speed trading industry for more than 15 years.
About HFT Technologies
A leading provider of consulting, networking and technology solutions, HFT Technologies LLC specializes in infrastructure and application development specific to algorithmic trading and market making. Additional services include global co-hosting, 24/7 server maintenance and monitoring, and custom programming LAN/WAN design, proximity co-location, and algorithmic trading application design and engineering.
Integral’s SG1 Demand Jumped to 1 Million Daily Tickets, Triples Data Centre Presence
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/financemagnates
▶️ YouTube: /@financemagnates_official
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
