Contact & Collaboration
Get In Touch
Interested in discussing trading research, market microstructure, or algorithmic trading strategies? I'm always open to connecting with fellow researchers, academics, and practitioners in the quantitative finance space.
Primary Contact
oscarmalik[at]protonmail[dot]comResearch Collaboration
- • Joint research projects on market microstructure
- • Data sharing and analysis partnerships
- • Academic paper collaborations
- • Conference presentations and discussions
Knowledge Exchange
- • Questions about research methodologies
- • Discussion of market observations
- • Trading strategy insights and feedback
- • Industry networking and connections
Professional Background
I'm an independent practitioner focused on understanding the intricate plumbing of modern financial markets, particularly the impact of high-frequency trading and algorithmic strategies on market microstructure.
I have spent a considerable amount of time learning from discretionary portfolio managers when I interned at three different long only asset management firms, and was able to deduct that most discretionary traders have no idea how modern financial markets operate at a microstructural level.
I have been told that to enter into the world of quantitative finance I need to have a PhD in a quantitative field, that bothered me alot. My ability to recognize patterns in time-series data and edetic memory allow me to create a predictive models in a way that modern machine learning algorithms still are not able to, similar to how AGI can't be created on current infrastructure since stacking transformers on top of each other doesn't truly make something alive.
My approach combines real-time market data analysis, machine learning applications in trading, and an understanding of market behaviour from both a system and humans POV. Additionally, I have shared some insights on HFT via my TradingView account.
This research site represents my commitment to bringing visibility to current market dynamics and collaboration within the quantitative finance community, fostering transparent discussion about market dynamics and trading technologies.
I would much rather learn from others and keep to myself than figure everything out alone and share with people who have no interest in learning. Both approaches have their merits, but I believe in the power of collective intelligence.
Research Areas of Interest
Current Focus
- • Market microstructure analysis
- • HFT impact on price discovery
- • Algorithmic trading pattern recognition
- • Tactics employed to deceive the public
Emerging Interests
- • Directionless news sentiments impact on markets
- • Data interpretation and aggregation by computers
- • Regulatory impact on algorithmic trading
- • Market fairness and efficiency metrics
Community Building
Beyond individual research, I'm passionate about building connections within the quantitative finance community. Whether you're working in academia, at a trading firm, or as an independent researcher (like myself), I believe in the value of sharing knowledge and insights.
Ways to engage:
- • Share this site within your research network
- • Discuss findings from your own market observations
- • Propose collaborative research projects
- • Connect me with other researchers in related fields
Note: All discussions are conducted with respect for proprietary information and ethical research practices.