2026 Predictions: 25G, Legacy Technology, Rising Trading Volumes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2 December 2025, Mississauga, Canada: The industry has seen impactful changes in 2025. As this year comes to a close, LDA Technologies (LDA), the innovation leader in advanced ultra-low-latency FPGA and network solutions for capital markets, has gathered predictions for the coming year, diving into what is expected in the market.
Vahan Sardaryan, CEO of LDA Technologies, said: “Looking ahead to 2026, as older systems reach end-of-life and exchanges plan to move to 25G, we're seeing firms steadily preparing for the change, even if full adoption hasn't happened yet. While some firms are already ensuring they have the technology to make the switch faster when the time comes; others will take a slower path depending on the scale of their upgrades. With trading volumes across markets continuing to rise, higher bandwidth is becoming unavoidable. Agile vendors will work more closely with strong technology partners, playing a big role in closing gaps and bringing new products to market faster. Exchanges are already moving forward on fairness and 24/7 trading, showing that meaningful progress doesn't always need to be regulation-driven.”
- 25G adoption is on the horizon, driven by rising trading volumes: As bandwidth demand increases due to data growth, some exchanges are expected to move to 25G. This will mean firms need to adapt their whole stack to the demands of 25G, including software, FPGAs, and the IP stack. However, many customers remain hesitant about 25G solutions or feel too locked into their existing infrastructure to transition. As many of these systems approach end of life, the pressure to upgrade will increase. In a market that's advancing quickly, to remain competitive, firms must ensure their trading platforms support 25G.
- Vendor partnerships will close technology gaps: More agile vendors, such as LDA, which can quickly customise technology to client needs, are stepping in to fill the gaps left by legacy technology. Strategic partnerships with other vendors are expected to play a big role in bridging the divide and delivering the innovations needed to upgrade technology without the long wait times from concept to implementation that larger vendors typically face.
Moving into 2026, LDA Technologies remains committed to driving innovation and delivering unique offerings shaped by customer needs. By working closely with clients to address real pain points, the company will continue to strengthen its competitiveness in a market that is constantly evolving.
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About LDA Technologies:
LDA Technologies is the leading provider of cutting-edge technology in ultra-low-latency networking and FPGA applications. Backed by 20+ years of research and development, the company offers next-generation, high-performance off-the-shelf products and consultancy services, helping clients gain a competitive advantage.
Formed in 2010, LDA Technologies is an independent, agile, and flexible business developing innovative technology for HPC and Capital Markets., The company is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada. LDA's team has extensive knowledge and years of experience designing products for industries such as networking, information security, and trading.
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