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ISE acquires tech firm Longitude


International Securities Exchange (ISE) last week announced the acquisition of Longitude, a technology firm providing the engine for event-driven contracts and auctions on two futures exchanges.

ISE purchased a majority stake in Longitude while Goldman Sachs (GS) increased its stake in the company as a minority partner. GS has used the Longitude platform to clear risk and build liquidity for...

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