Pico, a leading global provider of mission-critical technology services, software, data and analytics for the financial markets community, announced a connectivity partnership with Blue Ocean Technologies, LLC (BOT), a capital markets fintech leader in global trading and data, to expand Pico’s market services for after-hours trading. As a result, PicoNet™ clients will now be connected to BOT’s Blue Ocean ATS to access enhanced overnight trading capabilities for US equities.
Blue Ocean ATS offers after-hours trading between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m. Eastern Time from Sunday to Thursday. This addition to PicoNet is particularly valuable for APAC investors, who can now manage their risk in real-time and trade US stocks during their daytime hours.
“We are thrilled to integrate Blue Ocean ATS into PicoNet, offering reliable access to after-hours trading for US equities,” said Jarrod Yuster, CEO of Pico. “This partnership empowers our clients, especially in the APAC region, to manage risk in real-time during local market hours, reinforcing our commitment to providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions.”
“We are delighted to grow our reach and access to traders globally given our new partnership with Pico,” said Brian Hyndman, President, and CEO of Blue Ocean Technologies. “Our mission is to continue to drive market accessibility with our innovative approach that offers global traders the opportunity to trade during unconventional market hours. As the first leading market operator enabling 24 hour trading days in equities, we are excited to partner with a top-tier market technology provider like Pico to drive our growth among their Asia Pacific and other global subscribers.”
Key partnership benefits include:
Reliable and Fast Connectivity: Clients benefit from seamless and uninterrupted connectivity to Blue Ocean ATS, ensuring efficient access to after-hours trading.
Comprehensive Real-Time Data Access: Access to real-time data during the extended trading window enhances decision-making and trading strategies.
Scalable and Secure Solutions: Pico’s comprehensive global infrastructure supports scalability to meet growing client needs while maintaining the highest data security standards.
Proactive Customer Support: Dedicated support teams with specialized knowledge provide proactive guidance and immediate issue resolution during after-hours trading sessions.
The addition of Blue Ocean ATS to PicoNet aims to serve US equities clients and APAC investors seeking reliable and comprehensive after-hours trading solutions. Pico’s advanced technology infrastructure ensures clients receive high-quality data and connectivity services, supporting their trading activities and strategic decisions.
Source: Blue Ocean
