5 Connectivity of application service providers (ASP)

5.1 Technical layout

¹ Technical connectivity of an ASP with the exchange system is accomplished via the ASP's proprietary applications.

² The Exchange may grant on application of an ASP the use of the connectivity infrastructure of a third party commissioned by the ASP and approved by the Exchange if compliance with the provisions of the Exchange's rules and regulations is also ensured by the third party.

³ The technical connectivity of ASP applications and the connectivity infrastructure of third parties is the responsibility of the ASP. The Exchange may undertake or demand an acceptance run or certification of ASP applications or the connectivity infrastructure of third parties.

⁴ If the ASP applications or the connectivity infrastructure or leased lines of a third party put at risk, negatively affect or damage the operation of the exchange system, the Exchange may prohibit or suspend the use of such.

⁵ The ASP is not entitled to trade on the Exchange.