{"id":43468,"date":"2016-03-22T10:00:37","date_gmt":"2016-03-22T15:00:37","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-02-08T11:52:02","modified_gmt":"2025-02-08T17:52:02","slug":"a-briefing-from-boca-the-futures-industrys-annual-conference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradingtechnologies.com\/blog\/2016\/03\/22\/a-briefing-from-boca-the-futures-industrys-annual-conference\/","title":{"rendered":"A Briefing from Boca, the Futures Industry’s Annual Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"

TT was once again down in Florida to gain key insights from some of the industry\u2019s leading minds at the 41st Annual FIA Conference in Boca Raton. We had the opportunity to meet with the media, partners and customers to talk about how we\u2019ve changed in the past year<\/a>. Here\u2019s a recap of the eventful week:<\/p>\n

Things kicked off with a new initiative on Tuesday, March 15: the inaugural TT\/FIA tennis tournament, benefiting Futures For Kids<\/a>. We were pleased to have a strong turnout, and it was a fun and fit way to meet new people and catch up with longtime industry friends.<\/p>\n

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Great time playing tennis at #FIABoca<\/a> @FuturesForKids<\/a> Thanks @Trading_Tech<\/a> for putting this together for great cause https:\/\/t.co\/eGBu3qxn5I<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Anthony Crudele (@AnthonyCrudele) March 15, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

The heart of the Boca program began on Wednesday with panels on topics impacting the industry. The Exchange Leaders panel was a big draw, featuring the CEOs of Deutsche Borse, CME Group, ICE, SGX and Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing. The key takeaway was that these exchange groups — each one of them — are looking to technology to drive innovation and their organizations\u2019 futures.<\/p>\n

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\n@ICE_Markets<\/a> on product dev: Stay close to customers. They say, here’s what I’m trying to solve & then you don’t need an R&D dept. #FIABoca<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 16, 2016<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Blockchain and AI were clearly the most discussed new technologies on Thursday\u2019s panel. And the ramifications of the LSE\u2019s and Deutsche Borse\u2019s proposed blockbuster deal also had attendees abuzz.<\/p>\n

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On innovation: If you have great people, it’s easier. With the wrong people, it’s nearly impossible @Markit<\/a> #FIABoca<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/nEH834jux5<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 17, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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\n@OverstockCEO<\/a>: Regulators know #blockchain<\/a> can’t be stopped & have legitimate concerns, but they’re receptive & want to learn. #FIABoca<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 17, 2016<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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Jeff Sprecher of @ICE_Markets<\/a> says “we have access to capital” as LSE\/Deutsche Boerse deal heats up #FIABoca<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Matt Leising (@mattleising) March 16, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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\n#FIABoca<\/a> top three topics in every conversation, in no order: Trump, Brexit, LSE-DB deal<\/p>\n

\u2014 Philip Stafford (@staffordphilip) March 17, 2016<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

The week had marquee keynotes as well. Most notably, former secretary of state Condoleezza Rice gave a thoughtful talk that touched on the current presidential race, national security and the U.S.\u2019s role as a global superpower.<\/p>\n

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Insightful lunch w\/@CondoleezzaRice<\/a>. “Free markets and free people rebuilt Europe and Asia.” Thx @OptiverUS<\/a> #FIABoca<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/LecMrWAun5<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Neurensic (@neurensic) March 16, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

The panels and keynotes are always interesting and even entertaining, but the best part of Boca is the face-to-face discussions with customers, partners, reporters and regulators. Boca gives TT the opportunity to interact with experts and leaders and get a sense of what they think the next year will hold for our industry.<\/p>\n

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\nCEO @R1ck_L4n3<\/a> with @FTTradingRoom<\/a> looking back on the TT platform’s first year. https:\/\/t.co\/XAHX9MTOUk<\/a> #FIABoca<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/RK8eoyH6bu<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 17, 2016<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Last but not least, the conference is a time for us to share our important company and product updates, and this time it was all about what\u2019s been happening with the TT platform since we announced its broad availability at Boca last year. We shared the significant improvements in the platform\u2019s performance metrics. We are near feature and market parity. We are continually onboarding new exchanges and distribution partners. And the platform gives us the flexibility to enter new lines of business. For the first time in our 22 year history, we\u2019ll be offering options on TT.<\/p>\n

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1\/3 Trade Talk: @R1ck_L4n3<\/a> examines TT’s numerous improvements since the platform’s launch at last year’s #FIABoca<\/a>. https:\/\/t.co\/XAHX9MTOUk<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 16, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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\n2\/3 The TT platform is faster than ever before. Compare our latency numbers & see the speed for yourself. #FIABoca<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/2Qm2q2ml0I<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 16, 2016<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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3\/3 TT’s list of distribution partners & exchanges continues to grow, most recently w\/@rjobrien<\/a>, the USA’s largest independent FCM. #FIABoca<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Trading Technologies (@Trading_Tech) March 16, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

We\u2019re excited about the strides we\u2019ve made with TT, and about the positive feedback we received, not only at the conference but over the past year as a whole. As our story is one of continuous improvement and innovation, I can\u2019t wait the see what is in store for Boca 2017. Stay tuned.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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