Options Technology Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation and Success in Global Capital Markets

London, New York, Hong Kong - Options Technology today marks a significant milestone as it celebrates its 30th anniversary as the leading infrastructure and market data provider to the global capital markets. Since its inception in 1991, Options has been at the forefront of delivering high-tech solutions and has become a trusted partner for leading investment banks, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and more.

The journey of Options began when founder Nigel Kneafsey, at the age of 14, won a competition in Computer Magazine to build a high-performance workstation. This achievement caught the attention of the London office of Goldman Sachs, who offered him a consulting opportunity to build hardware for their trading floor. In 1993, at the age of 18, Nigel incorporated Options as a hedge fund technology services provider.

Over the years, Options has evolved and expanded its offerings to meet the ever-changing demands of the capital markets. Today, the company delivers high-performance managed trading infrastructure and cloud-enabled managed services to its global clients. Options has built a reputation for hiring world-class engineering talent and staying ahead of the curve by embracing emerging technologies.

Nigel Kneafsey, now a board member of Options, stated, "From day one, we have focused on delivering high-tech solutions to meet the most demanding requirements within the Capital Markets. Our people have been the cornerstone of our long-term success, allowing us to evolve with the sector."

Danny Moore, President and CEO, who has been with the company for over 11 years, emphasized the importance of the company's people and culture. He said, "The combination of technical expertise and client focus sets us apart. Our engineers can tackle any problem, and our culture fosters collaboration and dedication to serving our clients."

As Options celebrates its 30th anniversary, it reflects on the significant achievements and milestones it has reached over the years. The company has recently made several exciting developments, including a new five-year global investment in Pure Storage, which will transform its data services. Additionally, Options has announced the availability of 100Gb ultra-low latency connectivity via StrataNet, showcasing its commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for its clients. Furthermore, Options has successfully completed seamless 100Gb OPRA data feed migrations, solidifying its position as an industry leader in global delivery.

Options Technology has been a trailblazer in the industry, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. The company was one of the first cloud infrastructure providers to achieve SOC 2, Type II compliance, making it a trusted partner for clients in terms of data security and governance, especially in the financial sector.

Options has also established itself as the best-in-class provider of Microsoft Cloud solutions, revolutionizing integrated cloud technology for the financial markets. Its partnership as an official Microsoft Solutions Partner highlights its expertise and leadership in this domain.

In 2019, Options received a growth investment from Abry Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm. This investment has enabled Options to accelerate its growth strategy, expand its technology platform, and strengthen its presence in key financial centers around the world.

To further enhance its offerings and market reach, Options made two strategic acquisitions in 2021. It acquired Fixnetix, bolstering its competitive edge and expanding its suite of offerings, followed by the acquisition of Activ Financial, which secured its market data portfolio. These strategic moves have enabled Options to provide comprehensive solutions and services to its clients, cementing its position as a leader in the industry.

Options takes pride in its commitment to talent development and growth. Earlier this year, the company announced the creation of 200 new jobs in its Belfast office, along with its award-winning Graduate and Placement Programme. With a workforce of over 500 globally, Options continues to foster a culture of innovation and excellence.

As Options celebrates its 30th anniversary, it looks forward to celebrating this milestone with its colleagues, clients, and partners who have been instrumental in shaping its history and success.

About Options Technology:

Options Technology is the leading provider of IT infrastructure to global capital market firms. Since its founding in 1993, the company has been dedicated to delivering high-performance managed trading infrastructure and cloud-enabled managed services to over 550 firms worldwide. Options is trusted by leading investment banks, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and more. The company has been recognized as one of the UK's leading growth companies in the Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 league table.

For more information, please visit www.options-it.com

About Abry Partners:

Abry Partners is a renowned private equity investment firm with a focus on sector-specific investments in North America. With over $82 billion of leveraged transactions and other private equity placements, the firm has a proven track record of success. Abry Partners manages over $5.0 billion of capital across their active funds.

For more information, please visit www.abry.com