Chainalysis' report showed that stablecoins have played a significant role in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America.
Central & Southern Asia and Oceania lead in crypto adoption, with seven of the top 20 countries from this region.
Institutional investment is reshaping the crypto
landscape in established markets while emerging regions are becoming hubs for retail adoption. This is according to Chainalysis' report, which indicated
that crypto has become more mainstream than ever, with varied economic forces driving its growth.
Central & Southern Asia
The 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index revealed that
Central & Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) lead the world in crypto
adoption. The region boasts seven of the top 20 countries, showcasing high
levels of activity across centralized services and decentralized finance (DeFi)
protocols.
This rapid uptake is reportedly driven by a
combination of retail and institutional interest, as well as a need for more
accessible financial tools in emerging markets. Interestingly, crypto adoption in the CSAO region is
primarily focused on using local exchanges and services to facilitate everyday
transactions, which explains the high on-chain value of retail-sized transfers.
Source: Chainalysis
While CSAO leads in broad-based adoption, North
America, particularly the United States, remains the largest crypto market in
terms of sheer transaction volume. Over $1.3 trillion in on-chain value flowed through
North American markets from July 2023 to June 2024. This is largely fueled by
institutional players, with about 70% of transactions exceeding $1 million.
The US is emerging as a key pillar in global crypto,
buoyed by the landmark launch of Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) in
early 2024. These ETPs, backed by institutions like BlackRock and
Fidelity, have attracted both retail and institutional investors, setting
records for inflows and driving up the price of Bitcoin to new highs.
Bull Run Fueled by ETFs
Crypto activity surged between late 2023 and early
2024, with the total value of crypto transactions surpassing the 2021 bull
market peak. The US Bitcoin ETF’s approval triggered significant institutional
inflows, boosting Bitcoin’s price and contributing to a global bull run.
However, adoption patterns varied across regions, with
high-income countries seeing a pullback while emerging markets experienced
strong growth.
Source: Chainalysis
Stablecoins also played a critical role, especially in
lower-income regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. Here,
stablecoins provided a hedge against inflation and currency volatility,
becoming a lifeline for retail users looking for faster, more reliable
financial tools.
While crypto adoption soared globally, the US market
faces challenges, particularly in the realm of stablecoin regulation. In 2024,
stablecoin usage shifted away from US-regulated platforms, reflecting delays in
domestic regulatory clarity. This gap has allowed other regions, such as Europe and
Singapore, to attract stablecoin projects under more favorable legal
frameworks.
Institutional investment is reshaping the crypto
landscape in established markets while emerging regions are becoming hubs for retail adoption. This is according to Chainalysis' report, which indicated
that crypto has become more mainstream than ever, with varied economic forces driving its growth.
Central & Southern Asia
The 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index revealed that
Central & Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) lead the world in crypto
adoption. The region boasts seven of the top 20 countries, showcasing high
levels of activity across centralized services and decentralized finance (DeFi)
protocols.
This rapid uptake is reportedly driven by a
combination of retail and institutional interest, as well as a need for more
accessible financial tools in emerging markets. Interestingly, crypto adoption in the CSAO region is
primarily focused on using local exchanges and services to facilitate everyday
transactions, which explains the high on-chain value of retail-sized transfers.
Source: Chainalysis
While CSAO leads in broad-based adoption, North
America, particularly the United States, remains the largest crypto market in
terms of sheer transaction volume. Over $1.3 trillion in on-chain value flowed through
North American markets from July 2023 to June 2024. This is largely fueled by
institutional players, with about 70% of transactions exceeding $1 million.
The US is emerging as a key pillar in global crypto,
buoyed by the landmark launch of Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) in
early 2024. These ETPs, backed by institutions like BlackRock and
Fidelity, have attracted both retail and institutional investors, setting
records for inflows and driving up the price of Bitcoin to new highs.
Bull Run Fueled by ETFs
Crypto activity surged between late 2023 and early
2024, with the total value of crypto transactions surpassing the 2021 bull
market peak. The US Bitcoin ETF’s approval triggered significant institutional
inflows, boosting Bitcoin’s price and contributing to a global bull run.
However, adoption patterns varied across regions, with
high-income countries seeing a pullback while emerging markets experienced
strong growth.
Source: Chainalysis
Stablecoins also played a critical role, especially in
lower-income regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. Here,
stablecoins provided a hedge against inflation and currency volatility,
becoming a lifeline for retail users looking for faster, more reliable
financial tools.
While crypto adoption soared globally, the US market
faces challenges, particularly in the realm of stablecoin regulation. In 2024,
stablecoin usage shifted away from US-regulated platforms, reflecting delays in
domestic regulatory clarity. This gap has allowed other regions, such as Europe and
Singapore, to attract stablecoin projects under more favorable legal
frameworks.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
