LEGAL ASPECTS OF ALGORITHMIC TRADING
This advanced-level course offers an in-depth look at the legal landscape surrounding algorithmic trading, focusing on how law intersects with technology and finance. We delve into a variety of topics ranging from intellectual property rights in trading algorithms to the ethical implications of machine-driven trading. Students will gain a nuanced understanding of relevant statutes, regulations, and case law, and will be equipped to identify, analyze, and navigate complex legal issues in the rapidly evolving domain of algorithmic trading.
Course Objectives
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Understand the foundations of algorithmic trading and its legal implications.
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Develop a deep knowledge of the regulatory framework around algorithmic trading.
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Examine the ethical, social, and economic consequences of algorithmic trading.
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Analyze landmark cases and legal arguments that have shaped the industry.