From Pit to Pixels

Who This Book Is For

Experienced technologists and ambitious professionals who want to deepen their understanding of the business and technology of modern electronic trading. Whether you’re an engineer, data specialist, or architect looking to specialise in fintech and trading infrastructure, this book equips you with the knowledge to connect technology decisions with business impact in hedge funds, wholesale banks, and high-frequency trading firms.

Sharpen Your Edge

Markets have evolved from chaotic trading pits to digital ecosystems where microseconds matter. This book explores how storage, infrastructure, and system design shape the competitive advantage of the world’s most sophisticated financial players. Written by Feisal Anwar, a global technology strategist with three decades of experience building and leading trading platforms for top-tier institutions, it bridges the gap between technical architecture and business performance.

What You'll Learn

• The transformation of markets from open outcry to high-frequency electronic trading.
• How leading trading firms and banks engineer ultra-low latency systems for competitive edge.
• The central role of storage and infrastructure in enabling strategy, risk management, and scalability.
• How seasoned technologists can position themselves to specialise in electronic trading and fintech leadership roles.