QuantInsti in 2025: A Summary of our Contributions, Collaborations, Events & Updates

Introduction
At QuantInsti, our commitment to delivering quality education and empowering technology is reflected in our collaborations with renowned institutions and industry leaders. Together, we drive the future of algorithmic trading by fostering innovation and knowledge-sharing through strategic alliances and impactful events.

Here is a list of Announcements, Webinars and Workshops by QuantInsti, Industry Events, and Academic Collaborations, in 2025 so far!

Table of Contents

Announcements

Blueshift whitelabel products are fully compliance ready as per latest SEBI guidelines

February 4, 2025 | SEBI has introduced a new regulatory framework on algorithmic trading. SEBI’s framework aims to encourage broader market participation while mitigating risks. Blueshift, QuantInsti’s algorithmic trading platform is fully compliant with SEBI’s guidelines.

Read More: SEBI’s New Guidelines

Webinars and Workshops by QuantInsti

To reach our vision of making algorithmic trading accessible to all, QuantInsti hosts Free Learning Sessions featuring prominent industry leaders who share their insights and expertise.

These sessions often attract thousands of registrations, helping us bring our mission to life by reaching a wide audience. While some events are exclusively available to EPAT alumni, the majority are open to everyone, ensuring broad access to cutting-edge knowledge in algorithmic trading.

Gen AI and Automated Trading Summit: Algo Trading on MT5 and Trading View

Upcoming Free Webinar on April 10, 2025
Join us for this live virtual session that demonstrates using Python & Pinescript to automate trades on platforms like MetaTrader & TradingView. Hear from Dr. Ernest P. Chan how Gen AI is not just about LLM, especially for trading applications. Understand the various applications of GenAI (as opposed to discriminative and unsupervised learning) in finance.

Session 1: AI-driven trading strategies beyond LLMs:
Dr Ernest Chan & Dr Hamlet Medina explore the evolving role of Generative AI in finance.

Session 2: Python & Pinescript for Automated Trading
Learn from Akshay Choudhary & Varun Puthola as they demonstrate real-world bot-building techniques on MetaTrader5 & TradingView.

• Ask Live Q&A and interact with leading experts!
• Hands-on session on automated trading

Already 3000+ traders, analysts, developers, and students have registered!

Register Now: https://www.quantinsti.com/algorithmic-trading-conference

MasterClass: High-Frequency Trading, Algo Desk Setup and Quant Career Growth

9 January 2025 | In this webinar, industry experts explored the world of high-frequency trading, shared detailed guidance on setting up an algorithmic trading desk, and provided actionable insights to fast-track careers in quantitative trading.

Check out a snippet of the webinar where Rajib Ranjan Borah explains different roles in a High Frequency Trading Firm:

Speakers

• Rajib Ranjan Borah, Co Founder & CEO, iRage
• Richard Harrison, EPAT Alumni, Quant Trader & Fund Manager
• Rohan Mathews, Head - Global Business, QuantInsti

Key Highlights:

• Essential skills and strengths HFT firms seek in new talent.
• Practical steps to establish your own algorithmic trading desk.
• EPAT program overview: Your roadmap to success in quantitative trading.
• Insightful Q&A session addressing common career growth questions.

Ideal For:

• Finance professionals in India
• International quant traders and entrepreneurs

Watch the Full Webinar Recording here:

Check out the esteemed guest speakers who've shared their insights at QuantInsti's webinars and workshops. Explore insightful sessions from leading industry experts, offering invaluable knowledge in algorithmic trading.

Industry Events

QuantInsti's industry events in 2025 so far showcased innovation and expertise in algorithmic trading, bringing together professionals, institutions, and market leaders to discuss advancements and real-world applications of trading strategies.

Participation in FIA Mumbai: Sustainability of Market Liquidity in the Indian Market

20 February 2025 | At the FIA, Inc. Forum in Mumbai, Rajib Ranjan Borah, CEO of iRage, Director at QuantInsti, participated in a panel discussion on the sustainability of market liquidity in India and refining margin rules—issues that continue to shape the future of trading. Dive deeper into his take on this discussion here → FIA Mumbai Discussion

QuantInsti at QUANT EDGE - VII by PhillipCapital India

18th Jan 2025 | We had the privilege of participating in QUANT EDGE - VII, a specialized seminar for options traders. Our very own Rekhit P , Senior Quant Associate, QuantInsti, delivered a session on Backtesting an Options Trading Strategy. This collaboration with PhillipCapital aligns perfectly with our mission to make algorithmic trading knowledge and technology accessible to all.

Lambda Quant x QuantInsti: Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2025

17 January 2025 | We were proud to join forces with Lambda Quant at the Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2025 hosted at St. Regis, Mumbai.
Our Vice President, Prodipta Ghosh, spoke on a panel discussing “Backtesting Methods and Drawbacks.” He was joined by a stellar lineup of industry experts, Kusal Kansara (Nuvama PCG), and Kannan Singaravelu (CQF, Fitch Learning). The session was moderated by Sonam Srivastava (Wright Research).

Academic Collaborations

QuantInsti's collaborations with educational institutions in 2025 so far focused on bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical trading applications, empowering the next generation of quantitative analysts and enthusiasts with actionable skills.

IICPC CODEFEST: India’s Biggest Coding Fest

12 February 2025 | QuantInsti is committed to bridging academic learning with industry-ready skills. As a knowledge partner for IICPC (Inter IIT Competitive Programming Conclave) CODEFEST, we are awarding a 100% EPAT Scholarship to the winner. The event so far has drawn over 45,000 participants from 32 countries and 250+ universities. The top 400 will advance to regionals at eight IITs, while the top 2,000 will receive Certificates of Merit.

Trading Challenge, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

30 January 2025 | Mahavir Bhattacharya, EPAT faculty led a session on Momentum Trading with Machine Learning, as a beginning of a trading challenge at IIT, Madras. Winners of the challenge received special Quantra pricing and the opportunity to intern at QuantInsti, further bridging academic learning with practical experience in quantitative trading.

Collaborative Workshop with IIT Guwahati - Finance and Economics Club

21st January 2025 | We recently hosted an engaging session on Introductory Options: Trading Strategies Using Combinations in partnership with the Finance & Economics Club – IIT Guwahati. A big thank you to Varun Kumar Pothula (Quantitative Analyst, QuantInsti) for leading an interactive discussion around non-directional options trading, volatility-based strategies (like straddles and strangles), risk management, and market conditions.

“Events like these are critical for sharing knowledge and fostering a better understanding of financial concepts.”
– Varun Kumar Pothula

Our collaborations with academic institutions continue to be a cornerstone of our commitment to advance financial education globally.

Want to know more? Check out our past Academic Collaborations.

Conclusion

QuantInsti’s 2025 collaborations encapsulated the latest trends, strategies, and technologies in algorithmic and quantitative trading. Stay Tuned as we get you more excited webinars

Next Steps

Explore 2024 Webinars: https://blog.quantinsti.com/collaborations-impact-quantinsti-2024/

Learn with EPAT: https://www.quantinsti.com/epat

Explore Quantra (self-paced trading courses): https://quantra.quantinsti.com/

Try Blueshift (algo trading platform): https://www.quantinsti.com/blueshift