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Tradier Brokerage, Inc. Empowers OptionNET to Launch New Trading Solutions

Written by Tradier Inc. | May 21, 2015 4:00:00 AM

FinTech Platform Integrates with Tradier API to Enable Seamless Access to Brokerage Technology

Charlotte, North Carolina - May 21, 2015 — Tradier Brokerage, Inc., the leading cloud-based financial services brokerage firm, today announced that options trading provider OptionNET has integrated with the Tradier API. OptionNET Explorer is a complete options trading and analysis software platform. Customers can now use OptionNET Explorer for free to access options analysis technology, and also execute trades at $0.35 per option contract and $3.49 per equity trade. The integration will empower the trading tool platform to become a one stop shop for traders, with direct access to brokerage technology and unique trading solutions.

Tradier is an accelerator of innovation for fintech organizations looking to launch new solutions. The Tradier Brokerage API is democratizing access with cost effective brokerage execution and technology, making it possible to open up access to new entrants without having to cross the barrier of legacy companies.

The Tradier integration enables OptionNET to offer exceptional pricing and free subscription options to users. The new relationship will also enable OptionNET to enhance services with a data source that provides a no cost option.

“We believe in the democratization of the financial services industry and empowering new solutions to go to market, which will ultimately bring much needed innovation to the community,” said Steve Agalloco, VP of Engineering of Tradier, Inc. “OptionNET shares our vision of elevating the investor and trading experience with unique service options. By adopting our open brokerage API and Tradier cloud technology, OptionNET can offer a seamless trading experience, quickly and comprehensively."

“We’re excited about the new options we can provide our user base with the Tradier Brokerage integration. By connecting with Tradier Brokerage we are able to offer value and choice to our trader community” said Andy Mitchell, Managing Partner at OptionNET LLP. “The Tradier API was simple to integrate and allows us to expand our services, creating a seamless experience and new functionality to our user community.”

For information on Tradier Brokerage, Inc., visit brokerage.tradier.com or contact us at 980.272.3880.

About OptionNET

Since 2010, OptionNET has been a leader in options analysis and trading software, providing its customers with professional level analytics and software services. The company provides both professional and retail traders with cutting-edge platform, technology and educational services, including stock and options back testing, real time analysis, monitoring and execution.

Additional information about OptionNET and its products and services can be found at www.optionnetexplorer.com.

About Tradier Brokerage Inc.

Tradier Brokerage, Inc. — a member FINRA and SIPC is an independent subsidiary of Tradier, Inc. The Brokerage API enables entrepreneurs, businesses, developers and active traders to solve their trading and brokerage challenges using independent content and tool providers of their choice — at simple and competitive prices.

About Tradier, Inc.

Tradier, Inc. is a cloud-based financial services provider and brokerage API company that offers a groundbreaking platform to serve Platform Providers, Advisors, Developers and Individual Investors. Tradier delivers an innovative set of fully hosted API's, modules and "out of the box" tools that are leveraged by a growing list of providers seeking to create innovative trading and investing experiences.

Created by developers, Tradier is a technology linchpin that works with organizations that want to democratize access to data, trade execution, low cost trading and market connectivity through cloud access. In addition, Tradier’s APIs empowers third-party developers to build applications such as algorithmic and robotic trading systems.

The Tradier solution features REST-based and Streaming APIs, and turnkey tools that deliver speed, choice and simplicity – all on a secure platform.