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The AI Co-Pilot: How Wall Street is Really Using AI for a Competitive Edge
The headlines paint a dramatic picture: autonomous AI traders making split-second decisions, rendering human portfolio managers obsolete. But for technology professionals on the ground, the reality of artificial intelligence in capital markets is proving to be both more pragmatic and, in many ways, more powerful. Discussions at A-Team Group’s recent TradingTech Briefing New York revealed…
Shifting from Traditional Buy-or-Build Models to a More Agile Buy-AND-Build Approach
In this special edition of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live at the TradingTech Briefing in New York City, Toby Babb from Harrington Starr speaks with Matt Rafalski, Head of Sales for North America at Velox. Matt shares his insights into how capital markets firms are moving beyond the traditional buy-or-build dilemma and embracing a more…
Trading Technology Leaders in APAC Revealed in A-Team Insight’s 2025 Awards Introduction
A-Team Group is delighted to announce the winners of the inaugural Capital Markets Technology APAC Awards 2025, celebrating the leading solution providers and innovators shaping the future of trading in the Asia Pacific region. To coincide with the awards, we have also published our comprehensive annual report, “The State of Capital Markets Technology in Asia…
Unlock the Future of APAC Capital Markets: Your Definitive Guide to Technology, Data & Innovation
The Asia Pacific (APAC) capital markets are navigating a period of profound transformation, driven by relentless technological advancement and a complex regulatory environment. To stay competitive and drive sustainable growth, financial institutions need a strategic roadmap built on authoritative insights. A-Team Group presents “The State of Capital Markets Technology in Asia Pacific,” a comprehensive new…
Euroclear Launches AI-Driven EasyFocus+ Platform to Support T+1 Transition
Euroclear has launched EasyFocus+, an enhanced version of its exception management platform, developed in collaboration with Meritsoft, a Cognizant business, and Taskize, the Euroclear-owned investment operations collaboration platform. The initiative is aimed at supporting the industry’s transition to T+1 settlement in Europe by October 2027. Running on Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure, EasyFocus+ integrates AI-driven analytics and…
Exegy Unveils Nexus Market Data Platform to Tackle Latency, Scale and Cost Trade-Offs
Exegy has launched Nexus, a new market data platform designed to streamline infrastructure for high-volume, low-latency trading environments. The FPGA-based system replaces traditional, server-heavy feed handlers with a combination of managed appliances and network interface cards that deliver microsecond-level performance and reduce datacentre footprint by over 40%. “Across the buy side and sell side, market…
Railbird Exchange Selects Connamara’s EP3 Platform for Newly Approved U.S. Prediction Market
Connamara Technologies has announced that Railbird Exchange will deploy its EP3 exchange platform to power Railbird’s regulated prediction market in the United States. Railbird, founded in 2021, enables users to trade on real-world event outcomes, spanning economic, entertainment, and cultural themes. The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) granted Railbird Designated Contract Market (DCM) status…
BPX Gains FCA Authorisation for MTF, AIFM, and Crypto Services; Advances Toward Live Operations
BPX has received regulatory authorisation from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF), Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM), Cryptoasset Exchange, and Custodian Wallet Provider. These approvals support BPX’s plan to build an institutional-grade, fully integrated marketplace for the full lifecycle of securities – including issuance, trading, and collateralised…
Nasdaq Integrates Blockchain Capabilities into Calypso Platform for Enhanced Collateral Management
Nasdaq has announced the integration of blockchain-based workflows into its Calypso platform via the Canton Network, in partnership with QCP, Primrose Capital Management, and Digital Asset. This initiative demonstrates how on-chain technology can enhance collateral mobility and management across all asset classes for institutional clients. The integration aims to support real-time, automated 24/7 margin and…
Wedbush Securities Enhances Trading Infrastructure with Rapid Addition’s Cloud-Ready Platform
Wedbush Securities has adopted a cloud-ready platform from trading technology provider Rapid Addition to upgrade its trading infrastructure. This integration supports multi-asset class trading, improves risk management, and streamlines post-trade operations, aligning with Wedbush’s commitment to innovation and high client service standards. The platform helps unify front and middle-office processes, offering greater efficiency and scalability….