Exchanges are the optimal way to trade crypto, which one is the best for you?
Finance Magnates
Exchanges are the beating heart of cryptocurrency trading, and already have a daily trading volume of billions of dollars. For retail crypto traders, these exchanges are the most common (and often the only) marketplace in which they can trade coins in a convenient and safe manner. This article is intended to serve as a guidebook for choosing the right exchange.
There are a few kinds of cryptocurrency exchanges.
The most common kind of cryptocurrency exchange are trading platforms like Bittrex, Bitfinex, and Bitstamp. These exchanges charge fees for each transaction processed on their networks, although fees vary by the type of trade and the amount traded.
Cryptocurrency broker platforms sell cryptocurrency at the price set by an individual broker, usually the market price of a particular coin, plus a premium. The popular Coinbase app is the largest Bitcoin broker in the world.
Direct trading exchanges allow users to buy and sell cryptocurrency directly to other crypto holders. Users involved in a trade agree on their own prices, and many platforms that facilitate P2P crypto exchanges make use of some sort of system for publicizing a user’s reputation when it comes to being trustworthy.
As there is no middleman to mediate this kind of exchange, no fees are assessed. However, this kind of exchange is regarded as being somewhat risky, as you must trust the other party involved in the trade to carry out their end of the deal.
Cryptocurrency-based hedge funds(i.e. the one run by Pantera Capital), a fairly new phenomenon, are arguably one of the safer ways to invest in cryptocurrency. They are professionally managed funds comprised of a pool of various digital assets.
Many of them have a rather high financial barrier for entry, but investors can use services like Iconomi’s Digital Asset Arrays to make their own crypto funds.
Source: Finance Magnates
How to Choose an Exchange
When you, as a cryptocurrency trader, use an exchange, you are giving that exchange a high level of trust. You trust that an exchange will safely store your funds for short periods of time, and that the exchange will protect your privacy. You trust that an exchange will offer help if something goes wrong within a reasonable amount of time, and that an exchange is actively working to guard itself against hackers and technical problems.
Unfortunately, not every exchange is worthy of its traders’ trust. Most cryptocurrencies are at least somewhat difficult to trace, and therefore, funds lost through technical errors or criminal attacks are nearly impossible to recover. The best way to protect yourself in the crypto space is to arm yourself with information. Here’s what you should know about an exchange before deciding to make use of it.
Headquarters, CEOs, and employees:
Check and see what kind of basic information is available about an exchange. Any legitimate, above-ground organization should have no issues with disclosing where it is headquartered, as well as who its CEO is and employees are. The absence of this kind of information could indicate that an exchange’s operators may not want to have any public ties to the exchange’s activity--this should be a red flag.
It is very important to know whether or not an exchange has been hacked in the past, as well as how the exchange responded in the aftermath of an attack. If cryptocurrency was stolen, did the exchange reimburse affected users? How long did it take? Did the exchange take steps to improve the security of its network?
Researching what kind of security features an exchange makes use of is also important when choosing which exchange to trust your cryptocurrency with. At the very least, any exchange should offer its users:
2FA (two-factor authentication) for logins
PGP-encrypted email communication
Email and SMS alerts
An exchange should store most of its users' funds offline, in cold storage. Additionally, an exchange should undergo regular financial audits to show proof of reserve, and security audits to show that its platform is well-guarded against attacks and technical problems.
Customer service across the crypto trading industry is notoriously slow and ineffective. All the same, knowing what your options are in terms of customer support is absolutely necessary. Does the exchange offer help through email tickets, live chat, or a hotline? On average, how long does the exchange take to respond to requests for help?
Completely understand the frustration around our overwhelmed support team, we are doing everything humanly possible to scale out the team, our user growth rates continue to defy projections. #apologies
If you are concerned about privacy, make sure that you know what kind of identity verification is needed from you in order to deposit, trade, and withdraw cryptocurrency from an exchange. Some exchanges require nothing more than an email address; others ask that you upload a scan of a photo ID before you will be allowed to withdraw your funds.
The decentralized nature of the very new world of cryptocurrency means that our peers are often the best resource that we have. What are the most common complaints that an exchange has received? If an exchange has received a myriad of reports of service outages, if there are multiple reddit threads about missing funds or blocked accounts, make sure that you think twice before deciding to use it.
Source: @T3naciousC
Trading fees:
On a typical exchange, fees generally range from 0.1% to 0.25%, changing depending on how much cryptocurrency is traded and what kind of trade (maker or taker) is being made.
Unfortunately, there is often a correlation in the cryptocurrency exchange industry between ease-of-use and higher fees. For example, buying Bitcoin on the popular Coinbase app will cost you an additional 1.5%.
Not every cryptocurrency is available on every exchange. Therefore, it’s important to find out which exchanges support the cryptocurrency that you would like to trade.
Once you’ve discovered where to find a particular cryptocurrency, use CoinMarketCap to check and see if that coin has been traded at a high volume. The higher the trading volume, the higher the liquidity, and the less time it will take for trades to be executed.
.@hitbtc Please add BCH pairs. Bitcoin Cash is meant to be a means of exchange -- unlike BTC which is designed to be digital gold. . . which crumbles when you use it.
Adding BCH pairs will greatly help liquidity problems.
— Jason Elliott (@OnWindowly) December 26, 2017
Trading options:
What are the different kinds of trades offered on an exchange? This is a question that may only affect more experienced crypto traders who are looking for a flexible platform, or who may want to engage in margin or derivatives trading.
At the very least, however, it may be important to know whether or not an exchange offers Stop-Loss orders, which automatically sell cryptocurrency when it goes below a certain valuation.
Ease of use:
Some exchange’s interfaces are more complicated than others. When trading cryptocurrency, it is imperative that you know exactly what you are doing; mistakes can be costly and irreversible. The best way to find out whether an exchange is easy to use is to see what other users have had to say about it, or to sign up for a basic account and see for yourself.
While the law enforcement agencies of the world have been making moves to ensure that cryptocurrency exchanges are in compliance with federal laws, some criminals see exchanges as opportunities to quickly acquire and steal cryptocurrency or launder money.
Taking a few minutes to research an exchange’s reputation should be your first (and perhaps best) line of defense. Members of the crypto community who encounter problems with crypto infrastructure (i.e. wallets and exchanges) tend to be very vocal about their issues. If there are tons of reports about an exchange losing funds or blocking access to accounts, stay away.
I am officially seeking donations to defend myself against Bitfinex's frivolous lawsuit, rather than showing their numbers they seek to silence me.
I appreciate all the support you all have given me.
15kYzB3h8ASNoJf4NyVJ4X3ub5TzcMcgBWhttps://t.co/LFyAGGw8X6
— Bitfinex'ed #DontGetTethered (@Bitfinexed) December 4, 2017
Cause for Concern
An exchange engaging in atypical behavior for the industry should arouse suspicions. Any exchange or other company asking to hold onto your funds for a fixed or indefinite period of time, promising some sort of return in exchange, should be thoroughly scrutinized.
For example, a Japanese Ripple exchange operator was arrested in October for stealing about $12,000 from users. He was collecting XRP tokens from users in exchange for IOUs, even though his exchange had no way to pay users back. The operator, named Yuki Takenaka, was allegedly able to collect the funds by saying that his exchange was commission-free, according to the Japan Times.
Storing Cryptocurrency on an Exchange
Cryptocurrency exchanges are largely considered to be the least secure place to store your coins on any kind of long-term basis. Of course, it is necessary to deposit your coins onto an exchange in order to use that exchange. However, exchanges are generally much more likely to be hacked than crypto wallets (as long as the wallet is properly used and secured). So, it is best to take your coins off an exchange if you do not need them there for immediate trading.
When searching for the right way to store your coins, be sure to choose a reputable wallet. If you are storing altcoins, the best choice is often to download the altcoin’s wallet directly from its website. Some altcoins can also be stored in paper or hardware wallets. In any case, there are plenty of fake or scam wallets on the web, so be sure to thoroughly vet your choices.
If you absolutely must store your cryptocurrency on an exchange, be sure that you are taking full advantage of that exchange’s security features. Set up two-factor authentication and email and SMS alerts, and make sure that the exchange has a running history of good security.
Exchanges are the beating heart of cryptocurrency trading, and already have a daily trading volume of billions of dollars. For retail crypto traders, these exchanges are the most common (and often the only) marketplace in which they can trade coins in a convenient and safe manner. This article is intended to serve as a guidebook for choosing the right exchange.
There are a few kinds of cryptocurrency exchanges.
The most common kind of cryptocurrency exchange are trading platforms like Bittrex, Bitfinex, and Bitstamp. These exchanges charge fees for each transaction processed on their networks, although fees vary by the type of trade and the amount traded.
Cryptocurrency broker platforms sell cryptocurrency at the price set by an individual broker, usually the market price of a particular coin, plus a premium. The popular Coinbase app is the largest Bitcoin broker in the world.
Direct trading exchanges allow users to buy and sell cryptocurrency directly to other crypto holders. Users involved in a trade agree on their own prices, and many platforms that facilitate P2P crypto exchanges make use of some sort of system for publicizing a user’s reputation when it comes to being trustworthy.
As there is no middleman to mediate this kind of exchange, no fees are assessed. However, this kind of exchange is regarded as being somewhat risky, as you must trust the other party involved in the trade to carry out their end of the deal.
Cryptocurrency-based hedge funds(i.e. the one run by Pantera Capital), a fairly new phenomenon, are arguably one of the safer ways to invest in cryptocurrency. They are professionally managed funds comprised of a pool of various digital assets.
Many of them have a rather high financial barrier for entry, but investors can use services like Iconomi’s Digital Asset Arrays to make their own crypto funds.
Source: Finance Magnates
How to Choose an Exchange
When you, as a cryptocurrency trader, use an exchange, you are giving that exchange a high level of trust. You trust that an exchange will safely store your funds for short periods of time, and that the exchange will protect your privacy. You trust that an exchange will offer help if something goes wrong within a reasonable amount of time, and that an exchange is actively working to guard itself against hackers and technical problems.
Unfortunately, not every exchange is worthy of its traders’ trust. Most cryptocurrencies are at least somewhat difficult to trace, and therefore, funds lost through technical errors or criminal attacks are nearly impossible to recover. The best way to protect yourself in the crypto space is to arm yourself with information. Here’s what you should know about an exchange before deciding to make use of it.
Headquarters, CEOs, and employees:
Check and see what kind of basic information is available about an exchange. Any legitimate, above-ground organization should have no issues with disclosing where it is headquartered, as well as who its CEO is and employees are. The absence of this kind of information could indicate that an exchange’s operators may not want to have any public ties to the exchange’s activity--this should be a red flag.
It is very important to know whether or not an exchange has been hacked in the past, as well as how the exchange responded in the aftermath of an attack. If cryptocurrency was stolen, did the exchange reimburse affected users? How long did it take? Did the exchange take steps to improve the security of its network?
Researching what kind of security features an exchange makes use of is also important when choosing which exchange to trust your cryptocurrency with. At the very least, any exchange should offer its users:
2FA (two-factor authentication) for logins
PGP-encrypted email communication
Email and SMS alerts
An exchange should store most of its users' funds offline, in cold storage. Additionally, an exchange should undergo regular financial audits to show proof of reserve, and security audits to show that its platform is well-guarded against attacks and technical problems.
Customer service across the crypto trading industry is notoriously slow and ineffective. All the same, knowing what your options are in terms of customer support is absolutely necessary. Does the exchange offer help through email tickets, live chat, or a hotline? On average, how long does the exchange take to respond to requests for help?
Completely understand the frustration around our overwhelmed support team, we are doing everything humanly possible to scale out the team, our user growth rates continue to defy projections. #apologies
If you are concerned about privacy, make sure that you know what kind of identity verification is needed from you in order to deposit, trade, and withdraw cryptocurrency from an exchange. Some exchanges require nothing more than an email address; others ask that you upload a scan of a photo ID before you will be allowed to withdraw your funds.
The decentralized nature of the very new world of cryptocurrency means that our peers are often the best resource that we have. What are the most common complaints that an exchange has received? If an exchange has received a myriad of reports of service outages, if there are multiple reddit threads about missing funds or blocked accounts, make sure that you think twice before deciding to use it.
Source: @T3naciousC
Trading fees:
On a typical exchange, fees generally range from 0.1% to 0.25%, changing depending on how much cryptocurrency is traded and what kind of trade (maker or taker) is being made.
Unfortunately, there is often a correlation in the cryptocurrency exchange industry between ease-of-use and higher fees. For example, buying Bitcoin on the popular Coinbase app will cost you an additional 1.5%.
Not every cryptocurrency is available on every exchange. Therefore, it’s important to find out which exchanges support the cryptocurrency that you would like to trade.
Once you’ve discovered where to find a particular cryptocurrency, use CoinMarketCap to check and see if that coin has been traded at a high volume. The higher the trading volume, the higher the liquidity, and the less time it will take for trades to be executed.
.@hitbtc Please add BCH pairs. Bitcoin Cash is meant to be a means of exchange -- unlike BTC which is designed to be digital gold. . . which crumbles when you use it.
Adding BCH pairs will greatly help liquidity problems.
— Jason Elliott (@OnWindowly) December 26, 2017
Trading options:
What are the different kinds of trades offered on an exchange? This is a question that may only affect more experienced crypto traders who are looking for a flexible platform, or who may want to engage in margin or derivatives trading.
At the very least, however, it may be important to know whether or not an exchange offers Stop-Loss orders, which automatically sell cryptocurrency when it goes below a certain valuation.
Ease of use:
Some exchange’s interfaces are more complicated than others. When trading cryptocurrency, it is imperative that you know exactly what you are doing; mistakes can be costly and irreversible. The best way to find out whether an exchange is easy to use is to see what other users have had to say about it, or to sign up for a basic account and see for yourself.
While the law enforcement agencies of the world have been making moves to ensure that cryptocurrency exchanges are in compliance with federal laws, some criminals see exchanges as opportunities to quickly acquire and steal cryptocurrency or launder money.
Taking a few minutes to research an exchange’s reputation should be your first (and perhaps best) line of defense. Members of the crypto community who encounter problems with crypto infrastructure (i.e. wallets and exchanges) tend to be very vocal about their issues. If there are tons of reports about an exchange losing funds or blocking access to accounts, stay away.
I am officially seeking donations to defend myself against Bitfinex's frivolous lawsuit, rather than showing their numbers they seek to silence me.
I appreciate all the support you all have given me.
15kYzB3h8ASNoJf4NyVJ4X3ub5TzcMcgBWhttps://t.co/LFyAGGw8X6
— Bitfinex'ed #DontGetTethered (@Bitfinexed) December 4, 2017
Cause for Concern
An exchange engaging in atypical behavior for the industry should arouse suspicions. Any exchange or other company asking to hold onto your funds for a fixed or indefinite period of time, promising some sort of return in exchange, should be thoroughly scrutinized.
For example, a Japanese Ripple exchange operator was arrested in October for stealing about $12,000 from users. He was collecting XRP tokens from users in exchange for IOUs, even though his exchange had no way to pay users back. The operator, named Yuki Takenaka, was allegedly able to collect the funds by saying that his exchange was commission-free, according to the Japan Times.
Storing Cryptocurrency on an Exchange
Cryptocurrency exchanges are largely considered to be the least secure place to store your coins on any kind of long-term basis. Of course, it is necessary to deposit your coins onto an exchange in order to use that exchange. However, exchanges are generally much more likely to be hacked than crypto wallets (as long as the wallet is properly used and secured). So, it is best to take your coins off an exchange if you do not need them there for immediate trading.
When searching for the right way to store your coins, be sure to choose a reputable wallet. If you are storing altcoins, the best choice is often to download the altcoin’s wallet directly from its website. Some altcoins can also be stored in paper or hardware wallets. In any case, there are plenty of fake or scam wallets on the web, so be sure to thoroughly vet your choices.
If you absolutely must store your cryptocurrency on an exchange, be sure that you are taking full advantage of that exchange’s security features. Set up two-factor authentication and email and SMS alerts, and make sure that the exchange has a running history of good security.
Rachel is a self-taught crypto geek and a passionate writer. She believes in the power that the written word has to educate, connect and empower individuals to make positive and powerful financial choices. She is the Podcast Host and a Cryptocurrency Editor at Finance Magnates.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
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.
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.
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
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
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
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
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
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
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
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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
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🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
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
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
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
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
