Platform Overview: Zi-HFT Trading Infrastructure
Zi-HFT is a comprehensive high-frequency trading platform designed for quantitative researchers and algorithmic traders who demand ultra-low latency execution and sophisticated market analytics.
1. Core Architecture
Built on cutting-edge infrastructure with co-location support, direct market access (DMA), and FPGA acceleration. Our platform processes over 1 million orders per second with sub-microsecond latency.
2. ML-Powered Strategies
Deploy machine learning models with real-time inference. Support for reinforcement learning, supervised learning, and ensemble methods. Adaptive algorithms that learn from market microstructure.
3. Market Data & Analytics
Access to Level 2 market data, tick-level granularity, order book analytics, and historical backtesting infrastructure. Real-time data normalization across 50+ global exchanges.
4. Risk Management
Advanced risk controls including pre-trade risk checks, position monitoring, automated circuit breakers, and portfolio-level exposure management. Real-time P&L calculation and margin monitoring.
5. Execution Quality
- Ultra-Low Latency: Sub-microsecond order execution with FPGA acceleration
- Smart Order Routing: Intelligent routing across venues for best execution
- Co-location: Server racks next to exchange matching engines
- Direct Market Access: No intermediaries between strategy and market
6. Supported Asset Classes
- Equities (US, European, Asian markets)
- Futures & Options (multi-asset)
- Foreign Exchange (FX Spot & Forward)
- Cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH, major pairs)
- Fixed Income (Government & Corporate)
7. Backtesting Engine
Test strategies against years of historical tick data with realistic transaction cost modeling, slippage simulation, and market impact analysis. Monte Carlo simulations for risk assessment.
8. Strategy Deployment
| Feature | Description | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Latency | Sub-microsecond execution with FPGA | Competitive edge in price-sensitive strategies |
| Capacity | 1M+ orders per second throughput | Handle peak market volatility |
| Data | Tick-level, Level 2 order book | Detailed microstructure analysis |
| ML Integration | Real-time inference with GPU acceleration | Adaptive strategies that learn continuously |
| Risk Controls | Pre-trade checks, circuit breakers | Protect capital from unexpected events |
| Cost | Transparent pricing, no hidden fees | Predictable operational expenses |