In a recent episode of the FinanceFeeds Podcast, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Nikolai Isayev, Matt Barrett, CEO and co-founder of Adaptive, shared his insights on the inevitable shift of brokers to public cloud infrastructure. Adaptive is well-known for its open-source technology and expertise in creating bespoke trading solutions and helping firms migrate their front-office operations to the cloud.

Barrett detailed his journey from a software engineer in New Zealand to founding Adaptive in 2012. The company focuses on building institutional-grade systems for brokers, exchanges, and market operators, using a bottom-up approach with open-source software tailored for the financial services sector.

A key topic of discussion was the mass migration of trading systems to the cloud. Barrett highlighted the economic, performance, and scalability benefits driving this shift. He noted that Aeron, a high-performance, low-latency messaging protocol acquired by Adaptive in 2022, is particularly well-suited for cloud environments.

Addressing common security concerns, Barrett asserted that modern cloud providers offer robust security measures comparable to traditional data centers. He also pointed out the engineering advantages of cloud infrastructure, such as access to the latest CPUs designed by cloud providers.

The conversation included several case studies showcasing Adaptive’s work with clients like ADSS, Tradu (FXCM), EDX Markets, and Kepler Cheuvreux. Barrett described how Adaptive helped these firms build and deploy innovative trading platforms, often leveraging cloud-native solutions.

Reflecting on broker technology decisions, Barrett noted a disconnect between business strategy and technological advancements. He explained that many brokers undervalue the importance of owning their technology stack, which can offer greater customization and control.

Looking ahead, Barrett advised brokers to prepare for rapid changes in the market, driven by regulatory shifts, geopolitical events, and new asset classes. He emphasized the need for agility and frequent, smaller bets rather than large, long-term investments.

Barrett concluded by stressing that cloud migration should be seen as a strategic enabler rather than just a technological upgrade. This perspective can unlock significant business outcomes.

Listen to the podcast

Listen to the full conversation and podcast on all major streaming platforms to gain deeper insights into the future of trading technology and cloud migration.

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Cloud solutions are becoming increasingly important for financial services institutions, enabling them to scale operations quickly and efficiently as they adapt to evolving market demands.

In the trading world, cloud computing is breaking new ground by enabling platforms to process large amounts of data quickly, a crucial requirement in a fast-paced environment where microseconds can impact results.

As a leading expert in custom trading technology solutions, Adaptive designs and builds bespoke front-office trading platforms for all asset classes, empowering firms to own their technology stack and differentiate themselves in the long-term.

The company works with banks, brokers, asset managers, digital asset companies and FinTechs, to modernise trading infrastructure, boost UI/UX and desktop strategies, and move trading operations to the public cloud, enabling clients to better serve their customers in an increasingly digital landscape. The key is a unique combination of capital markets expertise coupled with world-leading technology.

One such technology is AeronⓇ, Adaptive’s cloud-native, open-source solution designed to address the technical challenges of running capital markets in the cloud. It facilitates the development of high-performance, resilient electronic trading systems that deliver microsecond latency, extremely high throughput (millions of messages per second), and fault-tolerant services, regardless of where systems are deployed.

The company’s collaboration with ADSS, a leading FX and CFD broker, saw the specialist replace ADSS’s legacy infrastructure to launch a fully cloud-based retail trading platform, which has led to transformative results, including a superior trading experience with lower latency and better resource management.

Adaptive has also partnered with KCx, the execution services division of Kepler Cheuvreux, helping deliver a nextgen trade execution platform based on a hybrid deployment model which led to increased performance and the scalability and flexibility needed to deliver sophisticated execution capabilities.

With increasing customer demand for cloud-native and hybrid solutions that balance resilience, efficiency and performance, Adaptive seeks to remain at the forefront not only with its technology innovations, but also through its partnerships.

During the past two years, the company has made Aeron available on all major cloud provider marketplaces, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace, Google Cloud’s Marketplace, and the Microsoft Azure Marketplace.

It also teamed up with Google Cloud and AWS to conduct tests on Aeron’s performance in a cloud environment, demonstrating that with Aeron technology, the cloud’s latency and fault tolerance can rival on-premises solutions.

In their evaluation, the judges stated that the company’s cloud-native solutions have redefined trading performance, offering bespoke platforms that leverage advanced technologies and collaboration, promoting forward-looking innovation in financial services.

Adaptive’s cutting-edge native cloud technologies, coupled with its forward-thinking approach to addressing the technical and competency challenges of capital markets firms, made the company a clear winner of the Cloud Innovation of the Year award.

Learn more about Adaptive’s cloud experience here.

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Adaptive provides award-winning exchange and matching engine technology that gives businesses the flexibility, control, and agility they need to stay ahead.

Whether you are establishing a new exchange or upgrading your legacy exchange technology, the approach you choose needs to meet your current demands and also adapt to future challenges. Traditional exchange technology vendors, offering SaaS or on-prem solutions, allow you to get started quickly but limitations quickly transpire when it comes to customization or innovation at pace.

• “We can’t get on to our vendor’s product roadmap.”
• “We have very limited control over innovation.”
• “Their slow rate of change stifles our ability to compete.”
• “We are being forced to upgrade – at a very inconvenient time.”

Those are comments we hear more often than not. That’s why Adaptive offers an alternative approach.

Here is how Adaptive’s open Exchange Accelerator model is different

Adaptive licenses you the source code and grants you the right to make any modifications you want to our award-winning open Exchange Accelerator platform, rather than offering a proprietary, closed, and highly prescriptive matching engine that remains under vendor control. Read on to understand more about how we make this approach work for you.

Rapid deployment: Bespoke matching engine technology in weeks

Adaptive offers a production-proven open Exchange Accelerator platform that has passed stringent security and quality audits by major financial institutions. It provides a core set of trading features out-of-the-box to get started quickly, like order handling, validation, price-time priority matching, risk management, compliance reporting, and full audit trails – while delivering performance requirements: low latency, high throughput, and reliable uptime. These foundational capabilities, available from Day 1, equip you to manage common scenarios out-of-the-box, but crucially, they’re also structured as building blocks that can be expanded and customized for more specialized needs, including 24/7 trading hours.

For example, to support new market models or to extend into new asset classes, our open Exchange Accelerator gives you the flexibility to tailor the functionality to match your unique requirements. It also includes connectivity components to enable seamless integration with external systems like settlement and reference data services, using FIX or other protocols. Disaster recovery is embedded in the design, covering multiple racks, data centers, and geographic regions to maintain operations in all conditions.

Unlike closed, proprietary offerings, we license our source code so you have the freedom to customize and build upon the existing feature set. Meanwhile, Adaptive continually maintains and optimizes the underlying technology, ensuring security hardening, portability across cloud providers, and ongoing performance enhancements. This model lets you focus on the business logic and matching workflows that differentiate your exchange, while relying on a secure, adaptable foundation that’s ready to scale with you as your needs evolve. Furthermore, our clients are in full control and can choose when they update their platform. They do so with the confidence that comes from a full set of automated test infrastructure and operational tooling included in Adaptive’s open Exchange Accelerator.

The Adaptive open Exchange Accelerator

Client ownership of IP and source code access

At Adaptive, we believe that our clients should have full control over their technology. We are for people that value differentiation via technology. That’s why our clients own the IP and can access the source code of the solutions we build with them. This ownership ensures that they have complete control over their product roadmap and the freedom to innovate independently. There’s no vendor lock-in, and clients can evolve their tech stack as they desire over time. This level of control is crucial for exchanges that need to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and regulatory requirements. By owning their IP, clients can make changes and improvements without being dependent on a vendor’s development schedule.

Flexible deployment models; cloud, hybrid, on-prem

Adaptive open Exchange Accelerator supports cloud, hybrid, and on-premises deployment models. We specialize in high-performance cloud implementations and partner with all major providers, ensuring scalability and cost-efficiency. Our hybrid solutions integrate cloud and on-premises environments, offering flexibility. This flexibility allows exchanges to adapt their deployment strategy to meet specific needs and future-proof their technology.

If you are not yet ready to deploy your exchange to the cloud, but would like to retain the option, our open Exchange Accelerator makes migration simple. Aeron, the open source technology that underpins our platform, is highly performant on-prem, in co-lo and in the cloud. It facilitates the development of high-performance, resilient electronic trading systems that deliver microsecond latency, extremely high throughput (millions of messages per second), and fault-tolerant services, regardless of where systems are deployed. Recent cloud performance testing conducted on Google Cloud and AWS demonstrated that Aeron meets or exceeds the demands of all but the lowest latency and highest throughput markets in the public cloud – affirming that with Aeron technology, the cloud’s latency and fault tolerance can rival on-premises solutions. More information regarding the performance test results can be found here.

Client empowerment

Success for Adaptive means helping our clients get to market quickly and operate independently. We train our clients’ IT departments and build alongside them until they are ready to take over. This empowerment ensures that clients can continue to innovate and evolve their technology without being dependent on a vendor. Our collaborative approach fosters a strong partnership with our clients, often lasting for years.

Exceptional Managed Service

Owning the IP and having access to the source code of your exchange has, until now, meant having software engineering talent in-house. For an exchange operator traditionally reliant on vendor-provided technology, building this capability can be intimidating. For those exchanges that wish to remain focused on their clients, and not build out an engineering or support capability, Adaptive offers a solution. We provide all the advantages of a managed platform, while you retain ownership. This optional service ensures that clients can focus on their core business while we handle the technical and operational complexities. Our managed service provides everything from routine maintenance and updates to comprehensive support for complex technical issues, as well as managing the underlying cloud or physical infrastructure provider.

Ready to transform your exchange technology?

Adaptive’s open Exchange Accelerator offers a unique hybrid approach that combines the best of both worlds: rapid implementation with cutting-edge tech foundations and a matching engine tailored to each of our client’s needs.

Empower your exchange with technology that evolves with you.

 
Ready to take control of your exchange technology? Schedule a consultation with our experts to discuss your specific needs and discover how our open Exchange Accelerator can drive your success.

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Exploring digital defense trends

What happens when some of the sharpest minds in technology come together to share ideas, solve complex problems, and push the boundaries of digital defense?

That’s exactly what Andrew Fuentes, DevSecOps Engineer at Adaptive in Manila, discovered during RootCon Hacking Conference — a dynamic mix of technical challenges, eye-opening sessions, and unexpected wins.

Adaptive’s commitment to innovation and excellence drives us to create an environment where learning never stops. Whether it’s through exploring cutting-edge technologies, exchanging ideas with industry experts, or tackling real-world challenges, we empower our people to expand their skills and make an impact. That’s why we actively support our team’s development through a variety of training opportunities, including courses, conferences, and workshops.

A great example of that is the RootCon, where Andrew not only gained valuable insights but also brought back fresh ideas to share with the team. In this blog post, he walks us through his personal journey, highlighting the standout moments, key takeaways, and lessons learned from both the hands-on activities and thought-provoking discussions.

Whether you’re curious about the world of cyber resilience or looking for inspiration to level up your skills, there’s something here for you.

What is RootCon Hacking Conference and why is Adaptive attending?

RootCon is the premier cybersecurity conference in the Philippines, uniting cybersecurity professionals, tech enthusiasts, and hackers from all over the country. Founded in 2008, the name “RootCon” combines “root” (the Unix superuser) and “con” (short for conference), signifying its deep roots in the security and hacking community.

RootCon 18 was held from September 25 to 27, 2024 at the Taal Vista Hotel in Tagaytay overlooking Taal Lake and its active volcano, about a 2-hour drive south from Metro Manila. The conference was a hub for learning, collaboration, and hands-on experience. It featured talks, workshops, and demonstrations covering the latest trends and best practices in cybersecurity. RootCon was an interactive experience that encouraged participants to engage directly with the material.

To top it all off, RootCon offered a collection of specialized “hacking villages” which were dedicated spaces focusing on different aspects of hacking and security. We will dive into this later!

RootCon Workshop Tracks

There were two different workshop tracks during RootCon. A participant could only choose one track, as they were concurrent:

Combating Cyber Extortion: This workshop track covered ransomware’s evolution, mechanics, and tactics; covering encryption,locking, and mobile technology. It explored Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) and highlighted targeted organizations, equipping participants to mitigate this threat.

Cyber Defense Analyst (Offensive Security Defense Analyst Starter Course): This workshop track introduced key Security Operations and Defensive Analysis topics , including the NICE Framework (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education), Windows and Linux endpoint features, and diagnosing cyber attacks through log analysis.

Day 0: The CyberDefense Analyst Training Experience

RootCon named its days as follows: Day 0 was exclusive to Human+ ticket holders, Day 1 marked the start of the talks, and Day 2 featured more talks and the awards ceremony.

Day 0 kicked off with a bang, and we received some cool merchandise: stickers, an ID badge made of metal (something you don’t see every day). I loved the stickers! They combined art, humor, and tech in a way that truly captured the hacker vibe. The packaging itself screamed creativity, and the stickers from OffSec and Kali Linux were absolutely on fire!

SOC and SIEM: Setting the Foundation

This session introduced the role of SOC (Security Operations Center) Analysts, the team responsible for monitoring and analyzing logs to defend against threats. The key takeaway was the importance of a structured approach to SIEM (Security Information and Event Management). Simply handing your SOC team a SIEM tool and saying, “Go nuts,” doesn’t work. The team needs a clear skill set, goals, and frameworks to operate effectively.

The first half of the session focused on:

• Log Sources: Understanding logs from Windows and Linux systems.
• Prioritization: Identifying high priority event logs and knowing what to look for first.
• Windows Event IDs: Breaking down their structure and relevance.
• Attack Methodologies: Analyzing logs to understand how cyberattacks unfold.

Capture the Flag (CTF) Challenge

In the second half of the day, we put our skills to the test with a CTF challenge. The scenario involved a cyber attack and our job as SOC analysts was to comb through more than 3 million log records to uncover the following:

• The first recorded attack.
• Tools used by the attacker.
• Signs of initial entry.
• Actions taken inside the system.
• Files created or downloaded.
• How the attacker achieved root admin access.

It felt like searching for a needle in a haystack. Initially, I was nervous since I had no prior experience as a SOC analyst. But I drew from my attacker side experience with CTF challenges from TryHackMe, thinking like an attacker while working as a defender.

The setup included:

• A VM with the ELK Stack.
• 3 VMs as targets.
• 1 VM simulating the attacker.

The challenge was paced exceptionally well. The lecturer and assistant lecturers provided tips and guidance, helping us understand where to start and what to focus on. These hints, based on the earlier lecture, pointed us toward key event IDs, TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and attacker behaviors.

After I made some initial progress, they stepped back, allowing us to explore on our own. Slowly but surely, I began uncovering the attacker’s trail. I felt like a detective piecing together a crime by analyzing logs.

Just as the room was deep in forensic mode, chaos struck, we all got logged out of the SOC Dashboard! Someone had changed the password and locked everyone out. The lecturer, clearly amused and smiling, said “I’m gonna find you!” with a mix of friendly banter and a subtle challenge.

Once we regained access, I focused on solving the puzzles. Piece by piece, I worked through them until, to my surprise, I saw my name climb to the top 4 of the leaderboard.

I was thrilled! I felt so close to winning. What started as a learning experience turned into a real competition for me. With no prior experience as a SOC analyst, I never imagined making it onto the leaderboard. By the end, I found almost all the flags, except for one. I finally ended up being on 9th place on the leaderboard.

I received a Hacker Badge and some awesome swag from OffSec. It was surreal, I had come just to learn but ended up in the top 9.

EOD Report

Day 0 was really a blast! This training was really the highlight of my RootCon experience. Reasons why I loved this CyberDefense Analyst Training:

• Hands-On Learning: The course provided practical scenarios that allowed us to apply what we learned in real time. The hands-on labs (CTF) were particularly engaging, giving us the opportunity to work with actual logs that simulated cyber attack scenarios.
• Expert Instruction: The trainers from OffSec were industry veterans who brought a wealth of knowledge and experience. Their insights into real world cyber threats added depth to the learning experience,giving high probability entry points of hackers and where to look.
• Comprehensive Training: The course covered a broad range of topics essential for any aspiring Cyber Defense Analyst. From understanding Windows and Linux event logs to dissecting cyber attack methodologies, the training was both challenging and enlightening.
• Interactive Environment:

With a group of like minded professionals, we engaged in discussions, problem solving, and even some friendly competition during the exercises.

Day 1 and Day 2 Talks + Key Takeaways

I woke up excited for Day 1, eager to dive into the talks and explore the exhibition booths. The previous day’s win gave me a confidence boost, and I was hoping to join the CTFs again. However, I decided to prioritize the talks, as that was the main reason I came to RootCon. The event was packed with engaging, thought provoking and sometimes downright scary talks that highlighted the fast paced and constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape. While I can’t cover every session in detail, I want to spotlight my favorite talk and mention some of the more memorable ones.

Apocalypse: The Perils of Generative AI

The most memorable session for me was Scott Jarkoff’s “Apocalypse: The Perils of Generative AI.” It tackled the profound dangers posed by AI, diving into its unpredictability, persuasiveness, and potential misuse. Jarkoff explained how AI could be weaponized for bioweapon engineering, autonomous cyberwarfare, psychological manipulation, or even synthetic reality overwrites.

One chilling example was the potential misuse of deepfakes. Imagine receiving a video call from your CEO, complete with their familiar face and voice, instructing you to take a critical and potentially damaging action. How could you verify authenticity in such a scenario? Jarkoff proposed using a company safe word – a secret, internally shared phrase that isn’t documented anywhere.

For instance, if your CEO instructed you to “destroy the production database” and he/she used the safe word “alakazam,” you would know the request was legitimate (hopefully, your CEO would never give such an order!). This talk left me a lasting impression of the vulnerabilities we face in a world of rapidly advancing AI.

More interesting talks

• Security of CI/CD Pipelines: The main challenge in CI/CD pipeline security is not only prioritizing security but also ensuring visibility. Without a clear understanding of the attack surface, securing it becomes impossible. For instance, do you know how many jobs are currently running and whether they are legitimate or malicious? The proposed solution involves visualizing all agents and dependencies. This can be achieved by using color-coded indicators to represent critical states, such as vulnerable dependencies or failed jobs, and linking them visually for enhanced clarity and monitoring.
• LOLBAS (Living Off The Land Binaries and Scripts) discussed techniques attackers use to evade detection.
• Using Microsoft Products for Malware Delivery provided insights on exploiting legitimate tools to bypass defenses.
• Securing Cyber Security Budgets gave practical advice on communicating risks in financial terms to gain organizational support. The key steps are: understand compliance and laws in your region, analyze risks, and frame arguments in business language.

The range of topics was incredible, from speakers demonstrating how they discover and report Zero-Day vulnerabilities to government affiliated professionals recounting real life stories of recent malware and ransomware attacks on government agencies. These speakers shared how they identified and mitigated threats, providing invaluable insights.

Each session added depth to my understanding of the cybersecurity world, blending inspiration with practical takeaways. This event truly enriched my perspective on the challenges and innovations shaping our field.

The Hacker Villages

RootCon offered a diverse collection of specialized “hacking villages” dedicated spaces focusing on different aspects of hacking and security:

Hardware Hacking Village

Ideal for tinkerers and DIY enthusiasts, this village welcomed all skill levels to explore microcontrollers, soldering, circuit design, IoT projects and more. The village provided a supportive environment that fostered creativity and hands-on learning, complete with tools like microcontroller dev boards, soldering equipment, and even 3D printers.

Car Hacking Village

Focusing on automotive security, this village educated attendees about how cars can be vulnerable to hacking. Inspired by similar initiatives at DEFCON (one of the largest hacking conferences in the world), it offered insights into the latest research and trends in automotive cybersecurity, featuring tools like CAN Bus hacking devices and SDR (software defined radio) equipment.

Cellular Assault Village

This area shed light on the security risks associated with cellular communications. Through demonstrations of attacks such as SMS interception and call spoofing, participants learned about vulnerabilities in cellular networks and how to protect against them.

Red Teaming Village

Designed for those interested in offensive security, this village immersed attendees in the mindset of an attacker.Personally, the Red Teaming Village was my favorite because it gave me a new perspective on hacking. The speaker was a highly skilled Red Team professional (an Offensive Security Manager at Red Rock IT Security Inc with significant progressive industry experience working with public and private entities, holding multiple industry certifications) who shared what really happens in real life scenarios, providing valuable insights into offensive security.

One of the key takeaways for me was the importance of understanding the highest probability paths to gain access, rather than just running tools and hoping for the best. Sometimes you don’t need to root or escalate privileges on every single machine, just enough to achieve your true objective.

The session also revealed tactics used by real world threat actors, such as grooming domain names or purchasing expired legitimate business domains to use as phishing infrastructure or as command and control servers. This clever approach leverages the trust and history of the domain, making attacks harder to detect and more likely to succeed. These practical insights were eye opening and underscored the sophistication of modern adversaries.

Recon Village

Focusing on reconnaissance, OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence), and cyber threat intelligence, this village provided talks, live demos, workshops, and Capture The Flag (CTF) events. It was a space for sharing knowledge about how information is gathered and used in cybersecurity operations.

Lock Pick Village

Highlighting the physical aspect of security, this village teaches the art of lock picking and the vulnerabilities of physical locks. This year’s focus was on high security locks, offering in depth discussions and hands on demonstrations.

Takeaways from the cybersecurity experience

Attending an event like this can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not deeply familiar with cybersecurity. With so much happening at once, it’s impossible to absorb everything, so having a clear goal is essential.

Lessons Learned:

1. Set a Goal Beforehand: Decide what you want to learn or focus on before the event. This helps you navigate the schedule and prioritize effectively.
2. Stay Focused and Prioritize: Events like this are fast paced, with multiple sessions happening simultaneously. Knowing your priorities helps avoid decision paralysis and ensures you get the most out of the experience.
3. If you plan to attend RootCon 19 or a similar event in the future, come prepared with a clear path or focus in mind. This will help you manage the overwhelming pace, make better decisions, and maximize what you take away from the event.

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A-Team TradingTech Insight Awards Europe 2025

The A-Team TradingTech Insight Awards Europe are renowned for recognizing excellence in trading solutions and services within the capital markets sector. Focusing on vendors who provide exceptional trading infrastructure, technology, and data solutions, these awards highlight the industry’s best and most innovative firms. Securing the “Best Specialist Trading Technology Consultancy 2025” title is a significant milestone for Adaptive, reflecting our dedication to excellence and innovation.

Angela Wilbraham, CEO at A-Team Group, and host of the 7th annual TradingTech Insight Awards Europe 2025, commented “Congratulations to Adaptive for winning the Best Specialist Trading Technology Consultancy award in this year’s A-Team Group TradingTech Insight Awards Europe 2025. These awards recognise excellence in trading solutions and services for capital markets and focus on vendors providing exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology, and data solutions. Our congratulations for their achievement in winning this award in a highly competitive contest.”

See the all the winners here, and visit TradingTech Insight for more info.

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• Partnership with Rapid Addition enables Adaptive to integrate comprehensive FIX capabilities within its custom trading technology platforms

• Aeron®-based Rapid Addition platform allows for seamless integration

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The Adaptive journey: how it all started

The shifting landscape of financial technology

Technological convergence drives differentiation

There have been many drivers of our evolution – but two stand out.

1. Technology accelerators:

   Rather than building from the ground-up every time, we designed a proprietary platform that can be leveraged to rapidly build a wide range of bespoke solutions – from execution venues, to matching engines and broker platforms. We called this technology Hydra.

   Why did we, a consultancy, develop a proprietary platform like Hydra? We found that we were repeatedly building the same non-differentiating elements around resilience, latency, throughput and market connectivity. To streamline this process, we rolled these common components into our own tech by creating Hydra as a development accelerator for trading platforms.
   Over the years, Hydra has allowed for faster delivery of bespoke trading technology, de-risked builds, has been trialed and tested by dozens of firms and saved significant costs. Crucially, this accelerator significantly reduces time to market and makes building differentiated proprietary trading tech possible.

2. The acquisition of Real Logic in 2022:

   The Real Logic team are the originators and architects of the revolutionary low-latency, highly resilient and open-source technology, Aeron. The acquisition has allowed us to fuel this powerful open-source technology and take pole position in deploying it in innovative new ways – especially with the sight of capital markets firms and exchanges moving to the cloud and requiring the best high performance, fault tolerant infrastructure out there.

   Open-source technology has harnessed the hive mind of global developers to create possibilities and solutions that were not possible a decade ago. Cloud technology has also vastly increased the computing power available to firms across the board – removing the need for cumbersome on-premises systems and easing delivery.

Domain expertise meets world-leading technology – the Adaptive of today

1. Trading in the cloud: Cloud forms the future foundation of the capital markets technology toolkit and we guide firms at every stage of their cloud journey to de-risk and accelerate cloud transformation. Partnering with the major hyperscalers, running regular cloud performance tests of our Aeron tech and having delivered numerous cloud and hybrid implementations, we enable firms to navigate inevitable disruption.
2. Bespoke trading technology: In an industry where differentiation is key, we help firms turn their trading vision into a reality. With multi-asset expertise, full-service capabilities and an established track record, we can deliver complete front-to-back solutions to production, in a fraction of the time.
3. Architecture modernization: A web of intertwined legacy or vendor solutions are holding many firms back. Adaptive can help modernize for scalability, performance, and security looking at tech stack modernization and infrastructure refresh.
4. Consulting services: Whether clients are looking to modernize, innovate, migrate or integrate, we can deliver on their strategy and help firms navigate capital markets complexity.

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