1. Monsters in the Market.
- Author
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Lavin, Timothy
- Subjects
ALGORITHMS ,PROGRAM trading (Securities) ,ELECTRONIC trading of securities ,SECURITIES trading ,FINANCIAL markets - Abstract
The article examines financial algorithms used in stock trading and their influence and effect on financial markets. It notes that some are self-learning and can be more efficient than human traders. Algorithm monitoring by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and by financial companies is discussed and the changing concept of the global financial market is explored.
- Published
- 2010