OptionsCity released OptionsCity Metro 2.1, software that includes performance improvements to Metro’s server-based quoting engine and enhancements to the user interface. www.optionscity.com
CME Group will launch options on Long-Term U.S. Treasury Bond (“Ultra T-Bond”) futures in June. www.cmegroup.com
The International Securities Exchange (ISE) enhanced the risk management tools available to its options exchange members connecting via FIX. ISE's members can now define hard risk management limits for their own connections and their sponsored access customers. ISE also will introduce a modified maker/taker fee structure for options on the PowerShares QQQ Exchange Traded Fund, Citigroup, Inc. and Bank of America Corporation www.ise.com
Pivot Inc. announced the availability of Instant Markets, software that identifies incoming quotes and indications, for the equity options market. www.pivotinc.com