Prnewswire·2025-10-28 13:05Core Insights - Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) achieved record-breaking results for the STAC-M3 benchmark in collaboration with Intel and Micron, showcasing their leadership in high-performance computing solutions for financial services [1][2]. Benchmark Overview - The STAC-M3 benchmark focuses on real-time quantitative trading, measuring query response times in a multi-user environment, which is critical for algorithmic trading and risk management [3][4]. - It consists of two test sets: Antuco, simulating smaller datasets, and Kanaga, which uses a significantly larger dataset to reflect real-world conditions [4]. Performance Highlights - The configuration set new world records on 19 of 24 Kanaga benchmarks, including all 10 benchmarks for 50 and 100 users, and 3 of 5 throughput benchmarks [4]. - The Supermicro dual-CPU Petascale server completed the 100-user benchmark 36% faster than previous records while using 62% fewer CPU cores [5]. Technological Collaboration - The collaboration between Supermicro, Intel, Micron, and KX Software has resulted in significant advancements in performance and efficiency, crucial for high-frequency trading environments [2][5][8]. - The test configuration utilized six Supermicro storage servers, showcasing a total storage capacity of 1.6 PiB, which is more than six times the capacity of previous record-holders [5][7]. Industry Impact - The results indicate that financial firms can analyze billions of tick data points daily, enhancing their ability to respond to market changes and optimize profits [5][6]. - KX Software's kdb+ database continues to set performance records, emphasizing the importance of speed and efficiency in transforming trading strategies [9].