The firm may reconsider a US listing with a change in SEC leadership.
Other firms, like Circle, are pursuing public listings during a positive year for cryptocurrencies.
Reuters
Ripple
has temporarily halted its plans for an initial public offering (IPO) due to
what is described as a 'hostile' regulatory environment in the United States.
The delay is attributed to the ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC).
IPO
Plans Deferred amid US Regulatory Challenges
Ripple,
the blockchain-based firm behind the cryptocurrency XRP, had previously
expressed its intention to explore a public listing once the SEC lawsuit,
initiated in 2020, concluded. However, the regulatory challenges faced by the
company in the U.S. prompted it to explore alternative jurisdictions with
clearer regulatory frameworks.
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO, Ripple, Source: LinkedIn
In
an interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,
Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, highlighted the difficulties of going public in
the US: "In the United States, trying to go public with a very
hostile regulator that’s approved your S-1, that doesn’t sound like a lot of
fun to me." He pointed to the example of Coinbase, a US-based
cryptocurrency exchange, which faced legal action from the SEC even after its
S-1 filing was approved.
Ripple's CEO has been critical of the SEC's approach to regulating the
cryptocurrency industry, describing SEC's Chair, Gary Gensler, as a "political
liability." Garlinghouse suggested that Ripple might reconsider a US
listing once there is a change in SEC leadership.
Share
Buyback: Ripple Invests $1 Billion to Ensure Investor Liquidity
Despite
the delay in IPO plans, Garlinghouse emphasized that the option remains open
for Ripple: "We’ll evaluate again, as we have new regulators
sitting at the United States SEC." He clarified that going public is not
an immediate priority for the company, and it will be assessed over time.
In
a move to provide liquidity to its investors, Ripple confirmed a share buyback
program, repurchasing $1 billion worth of its stock. Garlinghouse expressed the
importance of shareholder liquidity and noted that some investors have been
with the company since its inception in 2012.
The
cryptocurrency industry has witnessed increased regulatory scrutiny globally,
with companies like Ripple navigating complex legal landscapes. As Ripple keeps
its IPO plans on hold, the broader crypto market continues to evolve, with
other firms, such as Circle,
pursuing public listings amid a buoyant year for cryptocurrencies.
Ripple
has temporarily halted its plans for an initial public offering (IPO) due to
what is described as a 'hostile' regulatory environment in the United States.
The delay is attributed to the ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC).
IPO
Plans Deferred amid US Regulatory Challenges
Ripple,
the blockchain-based firm behind the cryptocurrency XRP, had previously
expressed its intention to explore a public listing once the SEC lawsuit,
initiated in 2020, concluded. However, the regulatory challenges faced by the
company in the U.S. prompted it to explore alternative jurisdictions with
clearer regulatory frameworks.
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO, Ripple, Source: LinkedIn
In
an interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,
Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, highlighted the difficulties of going public in
the US: "In the United States, trying to go public with a very
hostile regulator that’s approved your S-1, that doesn’t sound like a lot of
fun to me." He pointed to the example of Coinbase, a US-based
cryptocurrency exchange, which faced legal action from the SEC even after its
S-1 filing was approved.
Ripple's CEO has been critical of the SEC's approach to regulating the
cryptocurrency industry, describing SEC's Chair, Gary Gensler, as a "political
liability." Garlinghouse suggested that Ripple might reconsider a US
listing once there is a change in SEC leadership.
Share
Buyback: Ripple Invests $1 Billion to Ensure Investor Liquidity
Despite
the delay in IPO plans, Garlinghouse emphasized that the option remains open
for Ripple: "We’ll evaluate again, as we have new regulators
sitting at the United States SEC." He clarified that going public is not
an immediate priority for the company, and it will be assessed over time.
In
a move to provide liquidity to its investors, Ripple confirmed a share buyback
program, repurchasing $1 billion worth of its stock. Garlinghouse expressed the
importance of shareholder liquidity and noted that some investors have been
with the company since its inception in 2012.
The
cryptocurrency industry has witnessed increased regulatory scrutiny globally,
with companies like Ripple navigating complex legal landscapes. As Ripple keeps
its IPO plans on hold, the broader crypto market continues to evolve, with
other firms, such as Circle,
pursuing public listings amid a buoyant year for cryptocurrencies.
Tareq is a financial writer with 15 years of experience covering global markets. His work spans technical analysis, forex broker reviews, and market sentiment, with a focus on topics relevant to retail traders. He joined Finance Magnates in 2023.
At Finance Magnates, he serves as News Editor, covering retail forex and CFD brokers, cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech firms, and regulatory developments shaping the trading industry. He holds an Honours degree in Information Technology from Anfell College, London.
Education:
Honours degree Information Technology, Anfell College, London
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
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Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
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At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture
