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S2 THE DIVIDED DIAL EPISODE 4: Wall St. Wants Your Airwaves

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Shortwave Technology in High-Frequency Trading

This chapter explores the unconventional use of shortwave technology by high-frequency traders who utilize experimental licenses for faster transactions. It examines the confidentiality surrounding these applications and the regulatory challenges of managing the electromagnetic spectrum as a public resource. The discussion raises important questions about the impact of corporate control over airwaves on public interest and access, particularly in the context of trading and communication technologies.

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