McKay Brothers, LLC

McKay Brothers LLC, founded in 2011 in Oakland, US, specializes in extreme low latency wireless networks. Co-founded by Bob Meade and Stephane TYC, the company operates strategically in the Americas and Europe. In October 2025, Optiver and Qube Research & Technologies acquired a minority stake in McKay Brothers LLC. McKay Brothers specializes in constructing and managing extreme low latency wireless networks, catering primarily to the financial services sector and other industries requiring rapid data transmission.

Their core product offerings include microwave bandwidth solutions that provide equal access to high-speed connectivity, enabling clients to achieve improved performance in trading and data transmission applications. Operating in strategic markets such as the Americas and Europe, McKay Brothers targets clients such as financial institutions, data centers, and telecommunications firms. The company emphasizes low latency connectivity to solve challenges related to speed and reliability in data transfer, ensuring that end users can leverage their services for critical applications in real-time data processing and high-frequency trading. McKay Brothers generates revenue through a business-to-business model, primarily focusing on subscriptions and partnerships with institutional clients.

Their pricing structure is designed to accommodate various needs, involving service agreements that stipulate bandwidth allocation, service levels, and contract durations. The flagship offerings include microwave bandwidth services that provide clients with dedicated, high-speed connections, crucial for applications requiring minimal latency. Transactions typically involve long-term contracts that ensure clients receive consistent service and support, allowing McKay Brothers to maintain a steady revenue stream through its established client relationships and commitment to service excellence.