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Exposing market manipulation schemes: Understanding price ramping risks

In an era of high-speed trading and complex financial markets, front running remains an ongoing threat to market integrity. But what exactly is front running, and why are regulators so keen to stamp it out?

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What is front running?

In an era of high-speed trading and complex financial markets, front running remains an ongoing threat to market integrity. But what exactly is front running, and why are regulators so keen to stamp it out?

What is wash trading and how does it work?

High-profile cases have illuminated the practice of wash trading in recent years, sending a clear message that regulators are cracking down on it. But what is wash trading, and how can firms avoid it?

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