NASDAQ OMX Acquires Bloom Partners

We are pleased to announce that NASDAQ OMX has acquired Bloom Partners, one of the most highly-respected market surveillance companies in the industry.

For over 20 years, the Bloom methodology has been the surveillance industry standard and by delivering cutting edge solutions has achieved the distinction of unmatched client satisfaction and retention. By synchronizing Bloom Partners' intellectual capital and industry leading processes into Pinpoint Market Intelligence, NASDAQ OMX will be able to further expand our innovative solution and redefine the surveillance business for public companies.

For more information on this announcement, please view the press release