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The importance of Internet Exchange Points

30/09/2020

Peter Walker

Editor, FStech

Nurani Nimpuno

Head of Global Engagement, London Internet Exchange (LINX)

The Coronavirus crisis has accelerated the rate of digital transformation within financial services, with companies from incumbent institutions to disruptive startups making sure they have the tech infrastructure to cope with increased online demand.

But one often overlooked factor in these strategic shifts is the role of Internet Exchange Points, with more and more FinTech firms looking to take control of their connections, rather than use third parties.

So this podcast features a discussion with Nurani Nimpuno, Head of Global Engagement at the London Internet Exchange (LINX) - one of the longest serving global link points - to talk through the trends and assess the future of this sector.

LINX: https://www.linx.net

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