High-Performance, Cost-Efficient RF Connectivity _
RF Express is BSO’s high-performance radio-frequency network service designed for firms that need consistently low latency and reliable connectivity. Operating across major financial hubs including Chicago, New Jersey, and Toronto, RF Express combines direct RF links with Layer 2 Ethernet hand-offs and RF redundancy for stable, predictable performance.
OUR SERVICE
Gold standard for ultra low latency connectivity_
RF Express provides the market’s lowest latency Layer 2 Ethernet connectivity between two physical locations. Available in 50Mbit/s increments and delivered via a 10G LR handoff, customers can also include RF Secure with their service to provide an alternate backup fibre path for consistent uptime.
LATENCIES
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Availability_
Chicago Metro
Location
CME (CyrusOne Aurora I) - ICE Futures (Equinix CH1)
NJ Metro
New York
NYSE Mahwah - NASDAQ Carteret
NYSE Mahwah - CBOE (Equinix NY4 and
CBOE (Equinix NY4 and NY5) - NASDAQ Carteret
BrokerTech (Equinix NY2) - NASDAQ Carteret
Toronto Metro
London
TMX Markham - NASDAQ Canada (Equinix TR2)
Key benefits_
Low Latency Performance
While RF Ultra delivers BSO’s absolute fastest routes, RF Express offers a close-range alternative that still outperforms traditional fibre-only paths. It’s ideal for trading environments where reliability, uptime, and cost control are as critical as speed.
Cost-Effective Market Access
RF Express helps firms expand their market access with lower total ownership costs. It delivers sub-millisecond latency at a more accessible price point, making it the smart choice for institutions balancing performance with efficiency.
Resilient RF Architecture
Built with redundant RF paths and intelligent failover mechanisms, RF Express ensures business continuity and uninterrupted connectivity across metropolitan trading corridors.
Technical features_
Specifications
Fair-bandwidth management queuing FPGA system ensures balanced and equal bandwidth for all sub-rate capacity customers
Provisioned over dedicated radio equipment operating in the 71-76/81-86GHz E-Band spectrum
Optimised for fastest transport of packets up to 128B. Larger packets are fragmented
Header compression accelerates specific mac-address traffic
Customers can only pass Ethernet frames on this service
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BSO’s RF Express product sheet_
Always investing_
We know the importance of a microsecond. Our RF services are under constant scrutiny and our engineers are relentlessly innovating so our RF solutions stay ahead of the market.
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“We are happy to count on BSO as an innovative and reliable partner to help us in our efforts to do so.”
Olivier Macque Regional Manager Europe
Cloud Platform Department at Rakuten
“We engaged BSO because of its international reach, reputation for ultra low latency connectivity, and experience in highly regulated financial markets. These qualities have proven true; however, it is BSO’s pace and flexibility that have stood out to us again and again.”
Thomas Schmeling Chief Executive Officer at CryptoStruct
“BSO really stands out for just how far the team will go to ensure we are happy. They understand how critical connectivity is to our clients’ trading and investment objectives.”
Mark Bever Global Head, Data Centers and Procurement, Fidessa part of ION Group
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FAQs
Why should my firm choose RF Express over fibre-only connectivity?
Fibre routes are longer and more prone to path inefficiencies from metro road and building congestion. RF Express uses direct radio-frequency paths, cutting latency to the lowest achievable levels. This gives trading firms a real performance edge in speed-sensitive markets.
What business problems does RF Express solve?
It eliminates latency bottlenecks that can cost firms trading opportunities. By reducing microseconds to nanoseconds in packet delivery, it supports faster order execution, better price discovery, and reduced slippage.
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How reliable is RF Express?
RF Express can includes RF Secure, a backup fibre path, so you maintain uptime even if an RF link experiences disruption. This dual approach keeps trading applications running without interruption.
Can RF Express scale with my firm’s needs?
Yes, capacity is delivered in 50Mbit/s increments via a 10G Ethernet handoff, giving you flexibility to scale without overpaying for unused bandwidth.
Which locations are currently covered?
RF Express is available across major financial centres, including Chicago Metro, New Jersey Metro, and Toronto Metro. If your location isn’t listed, our team can advise on custom connectivity options.
How quickly can RF Express be deployed?
Deployment timelines depend on your location and setup, but our RF Express service is engineered for rapid implementation so you can start trading with ultra-low latency as soon as possible.
What support does BSO provide after setup?
We provide continuous monitoring, latency reporting, and proactive support from our global engineering team, ensuring your trading infrastructure stays optimised.
How do I get started with RF Express?
Contact our team via the enquiry form. We’ll provide latency benchmarks for your chosen routes, walk you through availability, and tailor a solution to your trading needs.




