Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between iShares and BlackRock from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

Trading in BlackRock Inc.’s iShares ETFs was paused more than 200 times, while those sponsored by State Street and Vanguard were halted more than 70 times, according to data from Nasdaq OMX Group Inc.

Answer: operator