IEX Group N.V. operates as an equities trading platform dedicated to enhancing fairness and transparency within the financial markets. The primary function of IEX Group is to offer a marketplace that prioritizes investor protection, mainly through its innovative use of technology. Central to its operations is the 'speed bump,' a pioneering mechanism that introduces a 350-microsecond delay on all orders, designed to counteract the advantages of high-frequency trading and to ensure a more equitable trading environment for all participants. IEX Group N.V. provides its services primarily to institutional investors, trading firms, and smaller broker-dealers, enabling them to minimize the impacts of latency arbitrage and price manipulation. Renowned for its role in promoting fairer trading practices, IEX has significantly influenced market structure debates and has driven changes aimed at improving market efficiency and integrity. Through its commitment to transparency, IEX continues to be a vital part of the equities trading landscape, encouraging best practices and fostering a market ecosystem that benefits a broad range of market participants.