8th May
The Finance Hive team touched down in Boston last week for our annual FX US Members Meeting.
In typical Hive fashion, we kicked off the meeting with opening remarks from our Senior Conference Producer, Megan Herzl before welcoming Lee Ferridge, Head of Macro at State Street to the stage for an inspirational keynote session on managing FX volatility.
Alongside tailored masterclasses and 1-1 meetings, our members took part in a series of interactive roundtable discussions, honing in on some of the many topics dominating the industry. Here’s our favourite actionable takeaways…
End-to-End Workflow Optimisation for Complex FX Trades
Hosted by: Bloomberg
- Full automation of trading strategies remains challenging, but AI may play a pivotal role in bridging gaps
- Firms must determine what to automate and how it fits into existing workflows
- Automation is highly bespoke—there is no one-size-fits-all approach
- AI is emerging as a customisation enabler, allowing much more tailored workflows
- Data is the backbone of both automation and optimisation efforts
Automating FX Workflows with Modern Protocols and Accurate OTC Data
Hosted by: SGX FX
- Automation is no longer optional—it’s a requirement across firms
- Data is a critical asset—it must be both accurate and easily shared
- Automation includes handling latency-sensitive orders
- New initiatives focus on automating data for both pre- and post-trade TCA
The Latest Innovations Shaping Buy Side FX Desks
Hosted by: 360T
- Independent algo providers are gaining traction (beyond banks)
- AI is being explored for algo enhancement and multilingual market research
- There is a distinct divide between market structure innovation and pure tech innovation
- New tech enables desks to “do more with less”
- There is an increased focus on non-spot FX automation and data as a strategic advantage
The Challenges in Data Integrity and Validation
Hosted by: LSEG
- Reliable, real-time data is essential for quant models and investment decisions
- Data integrity involves both quality and connectivity—clean data must be accessible at speed
Setting the Stage for Efficient FX Execution
Hosted by: FX Connect
- Pre-trade TCA is gaining traction, helping firms to make more informed decisions
- Gaining visibility into potential market impact before execution improves trade justification
As always, a huge thank you to our members and partners who joined us last week.
We’re delighted to be returning to Boston on the 7th May next year for our 2026 FX US Members Meeting, where we’ll be delving deeper into these topics and many more areas of interest.
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