Michael Warlan

As the US and European trading landscapes continue to evolve, it’s vital to understand the contrasts in market structure. This session explores what US traders can learn from European developments such as MIFID, DORA, and emerging regulatory frameworks—alongside innovations in fragmentation, dark pool design, and exchange models. Our speakers will examine and identify: 

• Competitive dynamics and transparency standards shaping both regions
• What structural elements could or should cross the Atlantic; and
• The biggest opportunities—and challenges—from regulatory harmonization to tech-driven liquidity solutions 

As trading environments grow more complex, O/EMS platforms must adapt to serve the evolving needs of institutional desks. This interactive forum brings together market participants and solutions providers to discuss the features and functions that matter most—ensuring future tools reflect real-world trading priorities. 

• Share direct feedback with O/EMS vendors to influence next-gen product development
• Explore key capabilities like cross-asset integration, real-time data visualization, and customizable compliance layers
• Learn how automation streamlines fragmented workflows and boosting execution efficiency; and
• Gain insights into how platforms are adapting to support scaling to new markets and asset classes