The purpose of AQX Trader is to give brokers an excellent, seamless trading experience. AWS Cloud is one of the foundations that sustain this sturdy platform. We will examine the four main AWS services that AQX Trader uses in this post: Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Availability Zones (AZ), Web Application Firewall (WAF), and Identity and Access Management (IAM).

Let’s examine each of these services’ functions and how they enhance the dependability, security, and performance of AQX Trader.

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

What is WAF?

Consider WAF to be your website’s bouncer. It controls entry by standing at the door and enforcing a set of security regulations. AWS WAF specifically aids in defending your web apps against prevalent online exploits and vulnerabilities that may impair program availability, jeopardise security, or use excessive amounts of resources.

Why is WAF important for AQX Trader?

Security is the top priority for an AQX trader. WAF makes sure that our platform is shielded against threats like cross-site scripting (XSS) and SQL injection, among others. Brokers may now concentrate on their core business knowing that their data and operations are secure.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

What is IAM?

IAM is like the guard at the gate who has a master key. It manages who has access to relevant resources after being verified (signed in) and granted authorisation (permissions). We can safely control who has access to AWS resources and services thanks to AWS IAM.

Why is IAM important for AQX Trader?

With IAM, AQX Trader can ensure that only authorised personnel can access sensitive information and perform critical tasks. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity and security of the platform. Brokers can have peace of mind knowing that their data is only accessible to the right people with the right permissions.

Availability Zones (AZ)

What are AZs?

Imagine a well-planned city with multiple neighbourhoods. Each neighbourhood (or Availability Zone) is isolated but interconnected, ensuring that if one goes down, the others remain unaffected. AWS Availability Zones are data centres in different locations within a region that operate independently but are connected through low-latency links.

Why are AZs important for AQX Trader?

AQX Trader provides fault tolerance and high availability by utilising several AZs. The platform may automatically move to another AZ in the event that one has a problem, minimising downtime and guaranteeing that brokers can carry on with their trading.

Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)

What is EC2?

Consider EC2 as a virtual, adaptable computer. Businesses may run apps on virtual servers without worrying about the underlying physical hardware thanks to its scalable cloud computing capabilities.

Why is EC2 important for AQX Trader?

EC2 gives AQX Trader the flexibility to scale up or down based on demand. This means during peak trading times, the platform can handle increased load without breaking a sweat. Additionally, EC2’s flexibility allows for rapid deployment of new features and updates, ensuring that brokers always have access to the latest tools and capabilities.

Helping Brokers Acquire, Retain, and Expand Their Traders

Acquisition: Brokers may promote the strong security features of AQX Trader to prospective traders with confidence now that WAF and IAM are in place. The platform attracts new users since they can be sure that their transactions and data are secure. Furthermore, the high availability provided by AZs guarantees minimum downtime for novice traders, improving their first experience.

Retention: Traders are looking for consistency and output. Because of EC2’s scalable infrastructure, AQX Trader can provide a seamless trading experience even during times of high traffic, which keeps traders happy and committed. The platform is kept current and competitive with regular updates and new features that are smoothly integrated with EC2.

Expansion: AQX Trader’s infrastructure is designed to grow with brokers and their trading community without difficulty. Brokers are able to manage a growing number of traders without seeing a decline in performance because of EC2’s flexibility. Furthermore, the platform’s high availability and security features guarantee that it will continue to be dependable and safe even as the number of traders grows.