Among the latest executive move updates: Albert Soleiman, the Chief Financial Officer of CMC Markets, is stepping down, while Trive South Africa has named Jimmy Moyaha a Non-Executive Director.
Reviewing the most notable executive moves this week: ATFX hired FXCM's Paresh Patel as the Global Head of Risk and Trading, IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing exited after more than three years, Trive South Africa named Jimmy Moyaha as Non-Executive Director, while CMC Markets’ CFO Albert Soleiman is stepping down.
ATFX Hires FXCM's Paresh Patel as Global Head of Risk and Trading
Among the notable executive changes in the industry this week, the global fintech broker ATFX enlisted Paresh Patel as the Global Head of Risk and Trading, according to Patel's announcement on LinkedIn. He joined the company from FXCM, where he served as the global head of trading for more than fifteen years.
Last year, AFTX also made significant leadership changes as part of its expansion plan globally. Among the changes, the company announced the appointment of John Bogue as the Director of Institutional Operations. With over 30 years of experience in the FX market, John is experienced in trading, prime brokerage, and e-brokerage to ATFX.
IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing Departs
Leigh-Anne Acquisto, IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing, is leaving the company after dedicating nearly three and a half years. Recently, Acquisto served as the Head of Brand and Product Marketing, a position she dedicated eleven months.
Leigh-Anne Acquisto, Source: X
The veteran industry expert joined IG in 2021 as the Global Brand Manager and later as the Head of Brand Expression and Activation. Previously, she was the Chairperson of Brand Council South Africa, based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Trive South Africa Names Jimmy Moyaha as Non-Executive Director
Elsewhere, Trive South Africa appointed Jimmy Moyaha as its new Non-Executive Director, adding a seasoned financial expert to its leadership team. Moyaha is the current Founder and Managing Director of Lebowa Capital.
Jimmy Moyaha, Source: LinkedIn
Moyaha, a well-known figure in South Africa’s financial sector, brings years of regulatory and strategic experience. He currently manages Lotus Academy as the Founder. According to his LinkedIn profile, this academy is an online educational platform for financial instruments.
In another major executive move, the Chief Financial Officer of CMC Markets, Albert Soleiman, is stepping down from his role with immediate effect. The London-headquartered broker announced this week, adding that he will no longer be a director of the company.
Albert Soleiman, Source: LinkedIn
“On behalf of CMC Markets plc, I would like to thank our outgoing CFO, Albert Soleiman, for his contributions to the firm over his long tenure with the company and in his roles as CFO and as a director. I wish him the very best in his new endeavors,” said Lord Peter Cruddas, CEO of CMC.
Reviewing the most notable executive moves this week: ATFX hired FXCM's Paresh Patel as the Global Head of Risk and Trading, IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing exited after more than three years, Trive South Africa named Jimmy Moyaha as Non-Executive Director, while CMC Markets’ CFO Albert Soleiman is stepping down.
ATFX Hires FXCM's Paresh Patel as Global Head of Risk and Trading
Among the notable executive changes in the industry this week, the global fintech broker ATFX enlisted Paresh Patel as the Global Head of Risk and Trading, according to Patel's announcement on LinkedIn. He joined the company from FXCM, where he served as the global head of trading for more than fifteen years.
Last year, AFTX also made significant leadership changes as part of its expansion plan globally. Among the changes, the company announced the appointment of John Bogue as the Director of Institutional Operations. With over 30 years of experience in the FX market, John is experienced in trading, prime brokerage, and e-brokerage to ATFX.
IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing Departs
Leigh-Anne Acquisto, IG Group's Head of Brand and Product Marketing, is leaving the company after dedicating nearly three and a half years. Recently, Acquisto served as the Head of Brand and Product Marketing, a position she dedicated eleven months.
Leigh-Anne Acquisto, Source: X
The veteran industry expert joined IG in 2021 as the Global Brand Manager and later as the Head of Brand Expression and Activation. Previously, she was the Chairperson of Brand Council South Africa, based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Trive South Africa Names Jimmy Moyaha as Non-Executive Director
Elsewhere, Trive South Africa appointed Jimmy Moyaha as its new Non-Executive Director, adding a seasoned financial expert to its leadership team. Moyaha is the current Founder and Managing Director of Lebowa Capital.
Jimmy Moyaha, Source: LinkedIn
Moyaha, a well-known figure in South Africa’s financial sector, brings years of regulatory and strategic experience. He currently manages Lotus Academy as the Founder. According to his LinkedIn profile, this academy is an online educational platform for financial instruments.
In another major executive move, the Chief Financial Officer of CMC Markets, Albert Soleiman, is stepping down from his role with immediate effect. The London-headquartered broker announced this week, adding that he will no longer be a director of the company.
Albert Soleiman, Source: LinkedIn
“On behalf of CMC Markets plc, I would like to thank our outgoing CFO, Albert Soleiman, for his contributions to the firm over his long tenure with the company and in his roles as CFO and as a director. I wish him the very best in his new endeavors,” said Lord Peter Cruddas, CEO of CMC.
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Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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