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Advanced Quantitative Strategies in High Frequency Trading Hidden Markov Models and Order Flow Toxicity Detection
We present novel approaches, including latent liquidity modeling, Bayesian toxicity scoring, and reinforcement learning-enhanced high frequency trading Hidden Markviol Models (HMMs), which remain largely undocumented in public literature.
Bryan Downing
2 days ago3 min read


Comprehensive Futures Contract Analysis & Forecast
I've analyzed four futures contracts using advanced quantitative techniques including volatility modeling, momentum decomposition, microstructure analysis, and regime detection. Below is a detailed analysis of each contract followed by a comparative ranking with forecasted portfolio metrics. 1. S&P 500 E-mini (SPZ5) - 15 Minute RTH Statistical Profile The contract spans from November 5 to December 2, 2025, with the most recent close at 6842.75. Over this period, price ranged
Bryan Downing
3 days ago9 min read


Derivatives Mandate: Why Futures and Options Are Non-Negotiable for Quant Trading Firms
The romanticized image of a trader in quant trading firms, running on gut instinct and adrenaline, is a ghost of a bygone era
Bryan Downing
Jul 1812 min read


Overview of the Project: Nonlinear Correlation Analysis
I’m thrilled to share with you an intriguing quantitative finance project that I’ve been working on. This particular project is coded in Python, and while I’ll be rolling out more advanced projects and demos in C++ as we dive deeper into advanced AI with tools like Anthropic, today’s focus is a simpler yet insightful example of pure quant finance. So, let’s check it out!
Bryan Downing
May 309 min read


Unveiling the Inner Workings: A Glimpse into Options Futures and Derivatives Trading at Optiver
Optiver is a market maker that trades a wide range of financial instruments across various asset classes. These include equities, fixed inco
Bryan Downing
Jan 62 min read


How to Optimize Low-Latency Trading with a Microcontroller Approach
A deep dive into a novel approach to high-frequency trading
Bryan Downing
Dec 14, 20242 min read
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