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History of the method of trading on stock exchanges

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Full of stories and legends, the belief that humans have always been there to support each other through difficult times. Humans have always shared stories and narratives that have shaped civilization and led us to where we are economically today. In this historical context, economic history is not just about graphs and different platforms. In the past two episodes, we talked about the stock market and its indicators, but there is another aspect to consider - the role of computers. How will the transition to computer trading affect the stock market? The origins of modern trading date back to the 17th century, when traders would gather to exchange financial papers. But is this method of trading positive? Transparency is key to preventing price manipulation, but even transparency can create opportunities for manipulation and speculation, especially by those who have inside information. In 2981, a computer company in London began experimenting with electronic trading, revolutionizing the way we trade. This company, Habermas, will be at the forefront of the history of famous computer companies.