The Winklevoss' VCA is the latest SRO to appear on the crypto scene. How are they affecting regulators?
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While the cryptocurrency markets are generally regarded to be far less volatile this year than in 2017, the industry is still seen as a sort of ‘Wild West.’ Largely unregulated, anything is possible in the crypto industry--for better or for worse.
As many large governments have not been agile enough to adequately regulate the industry, some cryptocurrency firms in various locations around the world have formed their own self-regulatory organizations (SROs). Essentially, SROs are non-government institutions that establish rules that promote ethical practices within any industry.
Within the cryptocurrency industry, in particular, these organizations have been formed primarily as a way to shape government regulations. Because the cryptocurrency industry is so new, most of the world’s major governments have not had the chance to quickly create the regulations that would be appropriate for the industry.
But how exactly have SROs affected the legislative process? Have the expedited the process of legislation--or are they slowing it down?
SROs Have Played an Important Role in Educating Regulators
One thing’s for sure--SROs have certainly played an important role in educating governments about the crypto industry. The esoteric nature of what cryptocurrency actually is requires the crossing of a major learning curve for most people--regulators who may not have a solid understanding of the technology that powers cryptocurrency may not know how to regulate it appropriately.
“There is always a risk that a knee-jerk reaction [on the part of regulators] will lead to unnecessarily draconian measures, and this is where self-regulatory organizations come into their own, providing input and guidance to shape, rather than prevent, regulation,” wrote Founder and CEO of KeyoCoin Matt Baer in an email to Finance Magnates. “It’s not so much a matter of getting regulators to ‘back off’ but instead helping them to take a balanced and measured response to the rapidly evolving sector.”
Matt Baer, Founder and CEO of KeyoCoin.
Thus, SROs came along to prevent governments from doing irreparable damage to the cryptocurrency industry. While SROs do not have the power to actually enforce regulations themselves, they do have the ability to demonstrate what good regulation should look like. Many members of the crypto industry SROs have also taken it upon themselves to work directly with regulators in order to build positive regulations.
'It’s Actually Remarkable that [the Cryptocurrency Industry is] Operating Without Any Control'
Why are regulations important? Zeeshan Feroz, CEO of Coinbase UK, pointed out to Finance Magnates that “we have millions of customers in Europe, and we handle billion of euros and pounds every year, but there is no regulation as such that covers that crypto space.”
“It’s actually remarkable that [the cryptocurrency industry is] operating without any control,” he said.
“Having those controls will start to legitimize the space in many ways–I’m not saying that it’s not legitimate today, but having an official regulatory endorsement will help drive that forward.”
Zeeshan Feroz, CEO of Coinbase UK.
What exactly is the link between SROs in the cryptocurrency industry and actual regulations that have been created for the cryptocurrency industry? The link between SROs and regulatory enforcement? And--most importantly--have SROs been effective in their mission to guide regulation?
Baer asked a similar question. “If we’re all in agreement that the industry is better off with some form of oversight, it begs the question: should the industry suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous state regulation?”
“Or [should it] take up arms itself against this sea of troubles, and by opposing, end them?”
SROs May Have Prevented 'Draconian' Legislation
Baer believes that the SROs have been at least somewhat effective. After all, the overall lack of “draconian” measures against the cryptocurrency industry in most of the world is certainly evidential that most regulators aren’t seeking to squelch the industry completely.
“Regulators are answering the call for greater clarity, and as their outlook slowly comes into sharper focus it’s becoming clear that outright bans and hard-ball policies are mostly off the table. The mood is one of cautious optimism, which is a very healthy place to be,” Baer explained.
However, understanding how effective SROs have actually been requiring taking a deeper dive into the work that each of them has done within their countries of origin. Of course, the crypto industry is a global industry, without a doubt; still, though, the most direct effects of each of these SROs can be seen in the domiciles where they were formed.
Self-regulatory organizations have been formed in a number of nations around the world, but we’ll focus now on SROs in three major financial world powers: Japan, the UK, and the US.
Then, the JBA announced possible plans to merge with the JCBA (Japan Cryptocurrency Business Association) in February of this year. However, eight months later, the merger still hasn’t happened.
However, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (or JVCEA, yet another Japanese SRO) has been forging ahead. The JVCEA was formed by sixteen Japanese virtual currency exchanges in April of 2018, in an effort to restore trust in virtual currency exchanges following the $530 million Coincheck exchange hack. The organization applied with the Japanese government in August to earn the right to enforce its rules on member firms.
Indeed, things appear to be heading in a favorable direction for the JVCEA. According to local news source Jiji Press, the Japanese Financial Services Agency (or FSA, a ‘real’ government organization) has “plans to entrust the organization with the flexibility to rapidly develop technologies and to combine technological innovation and customer protection.”
CryptoUK Brought Britain Onto the Scene as a Self-Regulatory Leader
The formation of CryptoUK in February of 2018 was another milestone for the cryptocurrency industry. The organization (whose seven founding members included eToro, Coinbase, and CryptoCompare) published a set of guidelines to “promote best practice and to work with government and regulators,” and form “the blueprint for what a future regulatory framework will look like,” according to Chairman Iqbal Gandham.
Indeed, when the organization was formed, Gandham told Finance Magnates in an exclusive interview that “there was a lot of misunderstanding [about cryptocurrency], and we wanted to try to raise awareness and actually work with the regulators, the government, et cetera.”
Iqbal Gandham, Chairman of CryptoUK.
CryptoUK was created to provide resources “which the masses and the wider audience in the UK would understand in terms of what crypto is, how we want to regulate it, and what the best practices that we as organizations choose to follow,” Gandham explained. Perhaps one of the most significant of these resources was the 12-point Code of Conduct that CryptoUK published as soon as it was formed.
Regulators in the UK still haven’t made any major moves in terms of signing laws into place specifically for the cryptocurrency industry.
The Winklevoss ‘Virtual Commodities Agency’ (VCA) Ushers in a New Era of Self-Regulation in the US
Twin tech entrepreneurs and Bitcoin billionaires Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have made names for themselves as notable figures in the cryptocurrency industry in the US. In addition to founding the Gemini digital asset exchange, the brothers have acted as leaders in the attempt to apply for a Bitcoin ETF. In their latest move, the Winklevoss twins launched their own SRO, the Virtual Commodities Agency (VCA) for the US crypto industry in August.
“We believe adding a layer of oversight on virtual commodity cash markets, in the form of self-regulation, is important for consumer protection and to ensure the integrity of these markets,” the Winklevoss brothers wrote in a blog post.
The VCA is an industry-sponsored, self-regulatory organization (SRO) for the U.S. virtual currency industry, specifically virtual commodity exchanges and custodians. https://t.co/FPvFmsJ2ZMpic.twitter.com/FCwVu0Ouab
— Virtual Commodities Association (@VCAdotorg) August 20, 2018
The effort has been welcomed by some US regulators. “Ultimately, an independent and empowered SRO-like entity could have a meaningful impact on the integrity and credibility of this young marketplace,” said Brian Quintetz, CFTC commissioner, regarding the launch of the VCA.
However, it remains to be seen exactly how impactful the VCA will be. The US government has been slow in creating and enforcing legislation for the cryptocurrency industry--while some analysts praise the fact that the US government didn’t act too quickly, others have noted that the development of the blockchain industry in the US has been relatively slow as a result.
SROs Won’t Be Effective Unless Everyone Joins In
Perhaps the most significant effect that SROs have had on the cryptocurrency industry is to create an atmosphere of “peer pressure”--companies who comply with the standards outlined by SROs are respected by other companies that follow suit. These companies are also more likely to form partnerships with one another. Companies who take part in SROs may also appear more legitimate in the eyes of their customers.
However, SROs will never be truly effective unless every single member firm of the cryptocurrency industry joined in. As long as big players in the industry, in particular, continue to operate as lone wolves (i.e., Bitfinex and BitMEX), the jurisdiction of SROs can only reach so far. Until then, we can only hope that SROs expedite government efforts to create adequate regulatory structures for the crypto industry.
While the cryptocurrency markets are generally regarded to be far less volatile this year than in 2017, the industry is still seen as a sort of ‘Wild West.’ Largely unregulated, anything is possible in the crypto industry--for better or for worse.
As many large governments have not been agile enough to adequately regulate the industry, some cryptocurrency firms in various locations around the world have formed their own self-regulatory organizations (SROs). Essentially, SROs are non-government institutions that establish rules that promote ethical practices within any industry.
Within the cryptocurrency industry, in particular, these organizations have been formed primarily as a way to shape government regulations. Because the cryptocurrency industry is so new, most of the world’s major governments have not had the chance to quickly create the regulations that would be appropriate for the industry.
But how exactly have SROs affected the legislative process? Have the expedited the process of legislation--or are they slowing it down?
SROs Have Played an Important Role in Educating Regulators
One thing’s for sure--SROs have certainly played an important role in educating governments about the crypto industry. The esoteric nature of what cryptocurrency actually is requires the crossing of a major learning curve for most people--regulators who may not have a solid understanding of the technology that powers cryptocurrency may not know how to regulate it appropriately.
“There is always a risk that a knee-jerk reaction [on the part of regulators] will lead to unnecessarily draconian measures, and this is where self-regulatory organizations come into their own, providing input and guidance to shape, rather than prevent, regulation,” wrote Founder and CEO of KeyoCoin Matt Baer in an email to Finance Magnates. “It’s not so much a matter of getting regulators to ‘back off’ but instead helping them to take a balanced and measured response to the rapidly evolving sector.”
Matt Baer, Founder and CEO of KeyoCoin.
Thus, SROs came along to prevent governments from doing irreparable damage to the cryptocurrency industry. While SROs do not have the power to actually enforce regulations themselves, they do have the ability to demonstrate what good regulation should look like. Many members of the crypto industry SROs have also taken it upon themselves to work directly with regulators in order to build positive regulations.
'It’s Actually Remarkable that [the Cryptocurrency Industry is] Operating Without Any Control'
Why are regulations important? Zeeshan Feroz, CEO of Coinbase UK, pointed out to Finance Magnates that “we have millions of customers in Europe, and we handle billion of euros and pounds every year, but there is no regulation as such that covers that crypto space.”
“It’s actually remarkable that [the cryptocurrency industry is] operating without any control,” he said.
“Having those controls will start to legitimize the space in many ways–I’m not saying that it’s not legitimate today, but having an official regulatory endorsement will help drive that forward.”
Zeeshan Feroz, CEO of Coinbase UK.
What exactly is the link between SROs in the cryptocurrency industry and actual regulations that have been created for the cryptocurrency industry? The link between SROs and regulatory enforcement? And--most importantly--have SROs been effective in their mission to guide regulation?
Baer asked a similar question. “If we’re all in agreement that the industry is better off with some form of oversight, it begs the question: should the industry suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous state regulation?”
“Or [should it] take up arms itself against this sea of troubles, and by opposing, end them?”
SROs May Have Prevented 'Draconian' Legislation
Baer believes that the SROs have been at least somewhat effective. After all, the overall lack of “draconian” measures against the cryptocurrency industry in most of the world is certainly evidential that most regulators aren’t seeking to squelch the industry completely.
“Regulators are answering the call for greater clarity, and as their outlook slowly comes into sharper focus it’s becoming clear that outright bans and hard-ball policies are mostly off the table. The mood is one of cautious optimism, which is a very healthy place to be,” Baer explained.
However, understanding how effective SROs have actually been requiring taking a deeper dive into the work that each of them has done within their countries of origin. Of course, the crypto industry is a global industry, without a doubt; still, though, the most direct effects of each of these SROs can be seen in the domiciles where they were formed.
Self-regulatory organizations have been formed in a number of nations around the world, but we’ll focus now on SROs in three major financial world powers: Japan, the UK, and the US.
Then, the JBA announced possible plans to merge with the JCBA (Japan Cryptocurrency Business Association) in February of this year. However, eight months later, the merger still hasn’t happened.
However, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (or JVCEA, yet another Japanese SRO) has been forging ahead. The JVCEA was formed by sixteen Japanese virtual currency exchanges in April of 2018, in an effort to restore trust in virtual currency exchanges following the $530 million Coincheck exchange hack. The organization applied with the Japanese government in August to earn the right to enforce its rules on member firms.
Indeed, things appear to be heading in a favorable direction for the JVCEA. According to local news source Jiji Press, the Japanese Financial Services Agency (or FSA, a ‘real’ government organization) has “plans to entrust the organization with the flexibility to rapidly develop technologies and to combine technological innovation and customer protection.”
CryptoUK Brought Britain Onto the Scene as a Self-Regulatory Leader
The formation of CryptoUK in February of 2018 was another milestone for the cryptocurrency industry. The organization (whose seven founding members included eToro, Coinbase, and CryptoCompare) published a set of guidelines to “promote best practice and to work with government and regulators,” and form “the blueprint for what a future regulatory framework will look like,” according to Chairman Iqbal Gandham.
Indeed, when the organization was formed, Gandham told Finance Magnates in an exclusive interview that “there was a lot of misunderstanding [about cryptocurrency], and we wanted to try to raise awareness and actually work with the regulators, the government, et cetera.”
Iqbal Gandham, Chairman of CryptoUK.
CryptoUK was created to provide resources “which the masses and the wider audience in the UK would understand in terms of what crypto is, how we want to regulate it, and what the best practices that we as organizations choose to follow,” Gandham explained. Perhaps one of the most significant of these resources was the 12-point Code of Conduct that CryptoUK published as soon as it was formed.
Regulators in the UK still haven’t made any major moves in terms of signing laws into place specifically for the cryptocurrency industry.
The Winklevoss ‘Virtual Commodities Agency’ (VCA) Ushers in a New Era of Self-Regulation in the US
Twin tech entrepreneurs and Bitcoin billionaires Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have made names for themselves as notable figures in the cryptocurrency industry in the US. In addition to founding the Gemini digital asset exchange, the brothers have acted as leaders in the attempt to apply for a Bitcoin ETF. In their latest move, the Winklevoss twins launched their own SRO, the Virtual Commodities Agency (VCA) for the US crypto industry in August.
“We believe adding a layer of oversight on virtual commodity cash markets, in the form of self-regulation, is important for consumer protection and to ensure the integrity of these markets,” the Winklevoss brothers wrote in a blog post.
The VCA is an industry-sponsored, self-regulatory organization (SRO) for the U.S. virtual currency industry, specifically virtual commodity exchanges and custodians. https://t.co/FPvFmsJ2ZMpic.twitter.com/FCwVu0Ouab
— Virtual Commodities Association (@VCAdotorg) August 20, 2018
The effort has been welcomed by some US regulators. “Ultimately, an independent and empowered SRO-like entity could have a meaningful impact on the integrity and credibility of this young marketplace,” said Brian Quintetz, CFTC commissioner, regarding the launch of the VCA.
However, it remains to be seen exactly how impactful the VCA will be. The US government has been slow in creating and enforcing legislation for the cryptocurrency industry--while some analysts praise the fact that the US government didn’t act too quickly, others have noted that the development of the blockchain industry in the US has been relatively slow as a result.
SROs Won’t Be Effective Unless Everyone Joins In
Perhaps the most significant effect that SROs have had on the cryptocurrency industry is to create an atmosphere of “peer pressure”--companies who comply with the standards outlined by SROs are respected by other companies that follow suit. These companies are also more likely to form partnerships with one another. Companies who take part in SROs may also appear more legitimate in the eyes of their customers.
However, SROs will never be truly effective unless every single member firm of the cryptocurrency industry joined in. As long as big players in the industry, in particular, continue to operate as lone wolves (i.e., Bitfinex and BitMEX), the jurisdiction of SROs can only reach so far. Until then, we can only hope that SROs expedite government efforts to create adequate regulatory structures for the crypto industry.
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
👍 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
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
