Pay Up for Proximity: Nasdaq Charges for Faster Server Hugs
Published Date: 1/28/2025
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Summary
Nasdaq BX is rolling out new fees for its expanded co-location services, which let traders place their computers super close to the exchange’s servers for faster trades. This change affects anyone using these services and kicks in right away, so get ready to pay up if you want that speed boost. The SEC is open to feedback but the fees are already in effect as of January 8, 2025.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New Fees for Co-Location Services
Nasdaq BX established new fees for its expanded co-location services, which let traders place their computers physically close to the exchange servers. The fees took effect immediately on January 8, 2025, so anyone using those co-location services will now pay the new charges.
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