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Market Wrap: Prop’s Rule Changes Spark Debate; Can Kraken–Deutsche Börse Pact Boost Crypto?
- Google to allow U.S. prediction market ads only from federally regulated firms.
- Hong Kong’s financial watchdog fined Saxo Bank’s local unit HK$4 million (US$514,000).
Saturday, 10/01/2026 | 04:00 GMT by
Jared Kirui
“It’s All the Questions About Our Future”: IBKR Founder Notes 49.5% Make Money in Prediction Markets
- Thomas Peterffy said, “options can go to zero too,” arguing prediction markets are not just betting tools.
- Regulation is needed to prevent manipulation and prohibit war or military-related questions.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 16:40 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Ripple Gets FCA Green Light for UK Payments via Local Unit, but with Tight Limits
- Despite gaining EMI status, Ripple Markets UK faces restrictions and cannot engage in broader crypto activities without additional FCA approval.
- Ripple is also barred from offering e-money or payment services to consumers, micro-enterprises, or charities.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 14:52 GMT by
Jared Kirui
BingX Expands TradFi Futures as Crypto Platforms Move Closer to Broker Territory
- Crypto exchanges are using 24/7 trading and stablecoin settlement to offer forex, commodities, and equities without traditional brokerage friction.
- As BingX, Bitget, and Binance expand into multi-asset trading, the gap between crypto platforms and retail brokers is narrowing.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 12:22 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Multi Asset Broker XTB Launches American Style Options Under CySEC Supervision
- Options have been gaining popularity in the US, and the trend is “spreading to Europe.”
- The firm has operated internationally since 2002 and was listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange in 2016.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 12:20 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Crypto Firms Must Apply for FCA Authorisation Starting September This Year
- Existing FSMA firms must vary permissions; third-party promotion approvals no longer valid.
- Late applicants enter transitional provision; can keep existing contracts but not start new activities.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 11:44 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Revolut Hits 6 Million Users in Spain, Becoming Fourth Largest Bank by Penetration
- Revolut’s Spanish growth shows how digital banks can quickly gain scale in mature markets.
- Spain has become Revolut’s third-largest market globally, reflecting deeper use of savings, investments, and cash services beyond basic payments.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 11:16 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
When Data Speaks Against Market Expectations
- Despite 2025 decline, data shows crypto market structure is strengthening in 2026.
Thursday, 15/01/2026 | 06:11 GMT by
Quoc Dat Tong, Senior Financial Markets Strategist at Exness
“Many Brokers Use Buzzwords”: Your Bourse CEO on Technology Claims Without Data
- Elina Pedersen emphasized that in broker technology, “it’s about trust, not features.”
- She said many broker founders excel at marketing but lack practical trading and risk management expertise.
- Watch the full video interview from Finance Magnates London Summit 2025.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 09:22 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
INGOT Brokers Enters Europe with New Cyprus Office after Obtaining CySEC License
- The broker obtained a Cyprus Investment Firm license in November, but has yet to commence operations under it.
- It already has a presence in Australia, Dubai, Jordan, and Kenya.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 05:41 GMT by
Arnab Shome
IG’s Veteran Adam Blemings Exits After Two Decades at the London-Listed Broker
- Blemings joined the broker in 2006 as a futures dealer and most recently served as Trading Director.
- Over his tenure at IG, he held multiple other roles, including Head of Trading.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 15:03 GMT by
Jared Kirui
cTrader Mobile 5.6 Updates Tools for Retail Traders as Market Set to Hit $133B by This Decade
- Equity charts, candle countdowns, and a redesigned landscape highlight Spotware’s latest update.
- CFD broker Plus500 sees nine out of ten trades now executed on mobile devices.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 13:28 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Kalshi CEO Draws Battle Lines Over Insider Trading, Highlighting Deep Industry Divide
- The Polymarket insider trading controversy has exposed a sharp divide between regulated prediction markets and offshore platforms.
- As scrutiny grows, competition in prediction markets is shifting away from product features toward regulation, governance, and institutional credibility.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 11:31 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Hantec Financial: Charting the Next 35 Years of Global Excellence
- Hantec Financial unveils its 2026 vision, launching the “Next 35 Years” of global growth.
Thursday, 15/01/2026 | 06:08 GMT by
Hantec Financial
Former FCA Associate Bruno Almeida Named Sucden Financial CFO
- The London-based broker taps an executive who joined the firm 16 months ago from FNZ Group.
- For many years, he was also associated with Banco Itaú, including serving as head of capital management.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 11:11 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Turkmenistan Opens Its Crypto Market to Miners and Exchanges — But Will They Come?
- Turkmenistan offers legal certainty and ultra-cheap energy for crypto firms, but only within a tightly controlled, licence-driven regime.
- For miners and exchanges, the opportunity hinges on whether low power costs can offset heavy compliance and local operating requirements.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 10:15 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Foreign Exchange Options Explode at CME in 2025 While Overall FX Stalls
- CME Group's foreign exchange options trading jumped 19% to 53,000 daily contracts in 2025.
- However, total forex volumes remained flat at 980,000 contracts as traders sought hedging tools amid currency volatility.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 09:03 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Dutch Regulator Backs One Trading’s First 24/7 Equity Perpetuals Market
- Perpetual futures have also surged in crypto trading, with DeFi platforms processing approximately $1.2 trillion per month by the end of 2025.
- One Trading's structure unites spot trading, derivatives, and settlement into one integrated system.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 09:00 GMT by
Jared Kirui
STARTRADER Lands NBA Partnership as Financial Firms Compete for Basketball Exposure
- The Dubai-based broker joins league's roster of official partners, including Robinhood and TMGM.
- The new deal includes arena signage, broadcast placements, and social impact programs through the 2025-26 season.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 07:41 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Broadridge Buys Into AI Startup Betting on Automated Agents in Financial Services
- The fintech firm embeds AI agents across operations, serving 60 clients.
- Multiple companies have launched similar products in the financial services sector in recent months.
Thursday, 08/01/2026 | 06:59 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Oil in An Age of Oversupply: Why Venezuela’s Shock Won’t Move Markets
- Oil in an Age of Oversupply: Why Venezuela’s Shock Is Unlikely to Move Global Markets
Wednesday, 14/01/2026 | 11:57 GMT by
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