The obligation to achieve ‘Best Execution’ in the trading world is clear, but is this just a matter of rhetoric for many fixed income buy-side firms, or is it a tangible reality? As we dive into the specific challenges of executing trades in bonds and derivatives, we question whether the traditional methodologies stand up to scrutiny or if there’s a …
Understanding SaaS and how to make the right choice
At the heart of digital transformation lies Software as a Service, or SaaS. A term that, despite being ubiquitous, is often shrouded in mystery for many. Today, let’s lift the veil and explore how SaaS solutions are shaping the future of businesses. What is SaaS? As a model of software delivery, SaaS lets vendor hosted applications remotely and avail them …
Is your EMS integration as simple as it could be?
In the fast-paced world of electronic trading, an effective EMS plays a pivotal role in helping buy-side firms streamline their trading operations, make informed decisions, and swiftly respond to market changes. EMS integration, if done well can be the critical edge that transform a trading desk from being just another player in the competitive financial market to being a market …
Ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of fixed income trading?
Imagine a world where your fixed income trading needs are met seamlessly, intuitively, and effortlessly, regardless of market volatility or liquidity challenges. At THETA, we’ve brought that vision to life with Apollo, our cloud-native SaaS platform designed specifically for the modern fixed income buy-side trader. We understand that fixed income traders require transformative technology solutions that seamlessly integrate into their …
How crucial is an immediate tech overhaul for buy-side traders?
The buy-side is on the cusp of a significant transformation, fuelled by volatile market conditions, regulatory changes, and rapid technological advancements. As Gavin Little-Gill from Aite-Novarica rightly highlights, technology has become the great enabler. However, I would like to offer an alternate perspective on the progress made by incumbent buy-side trading technology providers. While some advancements have brought about useful changes, the …
Protecting your business in the digital age
Cybersecurity is a significant concern for businesses in the digital age. With increasing numbers of high-profile cyber attacks, it is imperative for organisations to take proactive measures to safeguard their systems and data from potential threats. THETA selected Microsoft Azure as its cloud technology partner, benefiting from their robust security features that help minimise the risk of cyber attacks. The …
The Third Wave of Electronic Trading
Source: OTC Space Future Focus Interview on 1 April 2020 Future Focus – The Third Wave of Electronic Trading We spoke with Abdullah Hiyatt, CEO and Co-Founder of THETA Trading Systems, about the changing requirements of the buy-side, the inflexibility of incumbent vendors’ solutions, and the need for a modular and flexible technology infrastructure to increase efficiency, flexibility and transparency. …