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ION wins ‘Best SOR application’ at TTI Europe Awards 2024

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FastTrade MBP, a multi-asset OMS and EMS front-office platform developed by ION-owned LIST, won “best smart order routing (SOR) application”

LONDON, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ION, a global leader in trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics and insights, and strategic consulting to financial institutions, central banks, governments, and corporates, announces that FastTrade MBP – developed by ION-owned LIST – won ‘Best smart order routing (SOR) application’ at the TradingTech Insight (TTI) Awards Europe 2024.

“FastTrade helps our clients stand out against the competition. We are thrilled that FastTrade MBP won ‘Best SOR application’ at the TTI Europe Awards 2024,” says Mirko Marcadella, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at LIST

The annual TTI Europe Awards recognize excellence in trading solutions, services, and consultancy for capital markets, focusing on vendors that provide exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology, and data solutions. To determine the category winners, the TTI Europe Awards program combines the results of online voting with input from the TTI Advisory Board. This year’s TTI Europe Awards ceremony coincided with the TradingTech Summit 2024 in Canary Wharf, London.

FastTrade MBP is LIST’s multi-asset order management system (OMS) and execution management system (EMS) front office platform. Its embedded SOR engine, liquidity aggregation capabilities, and programmable algo trading framework deliver best execution across multiple trading venues and different asset classes.

Order execution can be fully automatic (low touch), manual (high touch), or a combination of the two (both ways: high touch child orders may be released to an automated algorithm; an unexecuted low touch order can end up in the blotter for manual intervention). Key features of FastTrade MBP’s configurable SOR and best execution workflow include liquidity aggregation and price discovery; pre-trade transaction cost analysis (TCA); optimized, multi-venue execution; and reporting.

“We are thrilled that FastTrade MBP won ‘Best SOR application’ at the TTI Europe Awards 2024,” says Mirko Marcadella, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at LIST. “As trading and execution become increasingly competitive, vendors seek to differentiate themselves. FastTrade helps our clients stand out against the competition. The platform complies fully with existing regulations on automated trading – notably MiFID II requirements on best execution, transparency, and algorithmic trading. And it offers an out-of-the-box, comprehensive, fully customizable solution for multi-asset best execution.”

Evidencing ION’s track record for award-winning products, ION Fidessa won ‘Best Sell-Side OMS’, and FastTrade won ‘Best SOR System’ at the TTI Europe Awards 2023. And FastTrade won ‘Best SOR System’ at the TTI Europe Awards 2022, while ION MarketFactory won ‘Best Low Latency Data Feed Provider – Managed’ at the same forum.

About ION
ION provides mission-critical trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics and insights, and strategic consulting to financial institutions, central banks, governments, and corporates. Our solutions and services simplify complex processes, boost efficiency, and enable better decision-making. We build long-term partnerships with our clients, helping transform their businesses for sustained success through continuous innovation. For more information, visit https://iongroup.com/

About ION Markets
ION Markets provides transformative technology and solutions to financial institutions dealing in asset management, cleared derivatives, equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, and secured funding. Our award-winning end-to-end solutions simplify clients’ operations by automating the full trade lifecycle, providing tools to manage risk, and maximizing access to liquidity, while giving real-time access to critical information required for timely operational decisions and execution on a global scale. For more information, visit https://iongroup.com/markets/.

About LIST
An ION company, LIST is a leading financial technology provider to the global trading community, including trading venues, market makers, brokers, asset managers, risk managers, and compliance officers. LIST’s innovative turnkey products and delivery, driven by customers’ needs, together with a skilled, and determined young team play a key role in supporting successful business growth in today’s volatile times. Continuous innovation and client partnerships around the globe have built trust and reliance on LIST’s unique real-time and data analytics capabilities. For more information, visit https://www.list-group.com/

About Trading Tech Insight Europe Awards
The TTI Europe Awards recognize excellence in trading solutions, services and consultancy for capital markets, and focus on vendors providing exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology, and data solutions. They shine a spotlight on trading solutions and services, along with the vendors that provide an exceptional trading infrastructure, and technology. In this rapidly changing industry, these awards are designed to recognize the vendors that overcome those challenges and achieve excellence.

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HAWTHORN ADVISORS, HAWTHORN ADVISORS, +44 20 3745 4960, ion@hawthornadvisors.com, https://www.hawthornadvisors.com/

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Swoop partners with STL to upgrade fibre connectivity in Western Australia

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MUMBAI, India and SYDNEY, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — STL (NSE: STLTECH), a leading optical and digital solutions company, has partnered with Swoop Holdings Limited to upgrade ~1,000 homes in Western Australia with high-speed Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) connectivity. Under this partnership, STL will supply Swoop Infrastructure with state-of-the-art optical networking and connectivity solutions, further strengthening digital infrastructure in the region.

The collaboration builds on Swoop’s acquisition of conduit and fibre assets in Seacrest Estate near Geraldton, Western Australia. It marks a significant step in Swoop’s commitment to expanding its fibre broadband network. This project is led by Swoop’s Head of Infrastructure, Anthony Camilleri, as part of the company’s broader Fibre Broadband strategy for both retail and wholesale services.

STL has a strong track record of enabling network operators to deploy and scale fibre networks with sustainable, high-performance optical solutions. Manufactured at STL’s “Zero Waste to Landfill” certified facilities, these solutions set new industry standards for durability and environmental responsibility.

Through this partnership, STL will support Swoop’s network upgrade with robust Layer-1 optical solutions tailored for brownfield deployments. These include:

OptoHaul – A versatile, single-fibre Plug & Play solution for underground, aerial, or direct-buried installationsMicro Cables – Slim, high-density fibre cables engineered for underground air-blown installation in microducts. Ideal for last-mile FTTH and access networks, with options for termite-resistant jackets and enhanced tensile strength.Optical Closures – Compact and pre-configured closures (MAX and MicrOTP) designed to streamline installation and minimise space requirementsOptical Termination – Rack-mounted splicing and patching shelves (nPTD) with pre-installed splitters and a pivoting tray for ease of installation at Point-of-Presence (PoP) sites

Anthony Camilleri, Head of Infrastructure at Swoop, said: “We’re excited to partner with STL to deliver high-speed, ultra-reliable fibre connectivity to homes in Western Australia. Our goal is to make Swoop Infrastructure, as part of Swoop Holdings, the preferred choice for developers by offering top-tier service and value. With STL’s cutting-edge optical technology, we’re confident in delivering a future ready network that enhances the digital experience for our customers.”

Rahul Puri, CEO of Optical Networking Business at STL, added: “We are thrilled to be working with Swoop, one of Australia’s leading challenger telecom brands, to bring ultra-fast broadband to regional communities. With our comprehensive portfolio of advanced optical solutions, we are enabling Swoop to build a high-performance, reliable network that delivers next-generation connectivity. This project reinforces Swoop’s ongoing investment in regional broadband infrastructure, ensuring communities have access to world-class internet speeds and service quality.”

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STL is a leading global optical and digital solutions company providing advanced offerings to build 5G, Rural, FTTx, Enterprise and Data Centre networks.
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Wondershare Filmora Partners with AMA to Empower Future Marketers Through Creative Video Storytelling

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VANCOUVER, BC, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As storytelling becomes an essential skill for marketing professionals, Wondershare Filmora, a leading video creativity software, is dedicated to providing easy-to-use yet powerful video editing tools for marketers creating content for various initiatives. As part of Filmora’s Education Supports program, the company has announced its sponsorship of the Instagram Reel Contest at the American Marketing Association’s (AMA) International Collegiate Conference, aiming to inspire students and young marketing professionals to bring their creative video ideas to life.

“The Filmora Education Program is dedicated to amplifying the voices of educators and students,” said Envy, Head of Brand Communications Center at Wondershare. “We’re thrilled to partner with AMA for the International Collegiate Conference. As AI and emerging technologies reshape the industry, this year’s theme, ‘Evolve,’ perfectly reflects the transformation we expect in the coming years.”

Taking place in New Orleans, LA, from April 3–5, 2025, the AMA International Collegiate Conference is a premier event for marketing students, offering expert-led sessions, competitions, and career development opportunities. Centered around the theme “Evolve,” the 2025 conference highlights industry transformation and personal growth, equipping students with the skills and insights needed to thrive in an ever-evolving marketing landscape.

Through its sponsorship of the AMA Instagram Highlight Reel Competition, Filmora encourages attendees to edit and share their conference experiences in engaging video formats. Participants can showcase key insights, learning moments, and networking highlights through creative short-form videos. Exceptional submissions will be awarded a $100 gift card following the event.

Filmora believes that compelling storytelling and visual creativity are crucial for effective marketing. With this in mind, Wondershare Filmora is committed to equipping student marketers with the tools to develop these essential skills. By supporting events like the AMA International Collegiate Conference, Filmora empowers students to turn ideas into captivating visual narratives, giving them a competitive edge in today’s ever-evolving marketing landscape.

About Wondershare Filmora

Launched in 2015, Wondershare Filmora is designed with its user in mind, featuring smoother performance and an intuitive user interface, and has attracted a cumulative global user base of nearly 300 million across 150+ countries and regions.With advanced AI features boosting content generation and editing, over 2.3 million creative assets, commercially available music, 3D LUTs, effects, and pre-set templates, Filmora stands out as a leader in video editing software. Consistently introducing innovative tools, it enhances video creation and makes the process more efficient and accessible for all skill levels.

About Wondershare Technology

Wondershare is a globally recognized software company founded in 2003, known for its innovative solutions in creativity and productivity. Driven by the mission “Creativity Simplified”, Wondershare offers a range of tools, including Filmora, Virbo, and DemoCreator for video editing; PDFelement for document management; EdrawMax, EdrawMind for diagramming; and SelfyzAI, Pixpic, FaceHub for image recovery and editing. With over 1.5 billion users across 200+ countries and regions, Wondershare empowers the next generation of creators with intuitive software and trendy creative resources, continually expanding the possibilities of creativity worldwide.

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PayPal’s Xoom partners with Tenpay Global to offer cross-border remittances to Weixin

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New collaboration enables convenient and secure remittances to Weixin Pay users in China

SINGAPORE, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Starting today, Weixin Pay users can now receive cross-border transfers from Xoom, a PayPal service and a pioneer in digital remittances. This new partnership between Tenpay Global, Tencent’s cross-border payment platform, and Xoom allows Weixin Pay users to receive money directly into their Weixin Pay Wallet Balance or bank accounts linked to Weixin Pay through Xoom or PayPal’s mobile app and website.

Xoom and PayPal users in United States, Canada and Europe can now access reliable and affordable cross-border money transfers to their own or family members’ Weixin Pay accounts, with additional countries to come in the future. Weixin Pay users can receive the funds frictionlessly, typically in as fast as a few minutes, for flexible use within the Weixin app for transfers, top-ups and shopping.

“Xoom has long been known as a fast, easy, inexpensive way to send money to friends and family across borders – and now, being able to send funds to Weixin Pay users from the US, Canada and Europe, we’re continuing to connect users wherever they might be and for what they might need funds for,” said Paul Bances, Vice President of Market Development for Xoom.

“This partnership reaffirms Tenpay Global’s commitment to not only bridging the Weixin ecosystem with the global markets but also enhancing user value through streamlined and secure cross-border remittances. By addressing everyday needs—from family support to daily expenses—we aim to create meaningful value in our users’ lives beyond mere transactions,” said Wenhui Yang, CEO of Tenpay Global (Singapore).

The service is now live and available through the Xoom and PayPal mobile app. Users may also visit Xoom.com or PayPal.com to start the remittance experience.

About Xoom

A pioneer in digital remittances, Xoom is a fast and easy way to send money, pay bills and reload phones for friends and family in approximately 160 countries globally. With Xoom, customers can access a fast and reliable way to send money, by simply downloading the Xoom or PayPal mobile app, or visiting Xoom.com or PayPal.com.

About Tenpay Global

Tenpay Global, the cross-border payment platform of Tencent, is the gateway to seamless cross-border payment solutions for businesses and individuals. Tenpay Global offers scenario-based services for different customer groups, including cross-border consumption, cross-border remittances, and cross-border commerce scenarios. Together with global partners, Tenpay Global is committed to bridging the world’s payment networks with Weixin’s ecosystem in China.

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