High-frequency trading (HFT) in currencies could face "speed limits" in an attempt to create a fairer system. HFT, where computer-driven deals are done in micro-seconds, has increasingly caught the attention of regulators. Now a big player in the foreign exchange market, EBS, is to discuss with clients using its trading platform ways to slow things down. EBS, part of UK-listed broker ICAP, said HFT gave an advantage to those investing in the fastest computers. Next week, EBS will begin discussions with foreign exchange clients about speed limits. One idea is to end the "fastest wins" rule and instead batch ... (full story)