The report published by Harrington Starr highlights disparities in AI adoption and FinTech expansion in markets like the US and Middle East.
The role of hyperautomation, data-driven intelligence, and market adaptability is emphasized in the sector’s evolution.
The Financial Technologist, published by Harrington Starr,
has released its latest edition. It covers topics such as digital assets,
financial infrastructure, leadership, and team development. The report also
highlights the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI). Despite market
volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, demand for productivity-enhancing
technology remains strong.
Additionally, the 2025 list of the Most Influential
Financial Technology Firms was compiled following a high volume of nominations.
The firms selected are recognized for their contributions to advancements and
changes within the financial technology sector, reflecting their influence on
the industry's current and future landscape. Some of the nominated companies include Symphony, Brite,
FreedomPay, Payme Swiss, Xceptor, Raisin, CoBa, and Railsr.
AI’s Impact on Financial Services and Market Systems
Explored
Aaron Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder of Kani Payments, Source: LinkedIn
In the report, Aaron Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder of Kani
Payments, pointed out that: “As payment capabilities become integrated into
non-financial applications, the reconciliation complexity grows exponentially.
Each new integration point creates potential challenges that only automated
systems can effectively manage.”
AI’s use in financial services is discussed, with a focus on
data utilization. Joachim Lauterbach, CEO of valantic FSA, highlighted the
importance of automation in this transformation, stating: “Hyperautomation is a
crucial element in digital transformation, removing human involvement in
low-value, repetitive tasks and providing in-depth, data-led business
intelligence.”
Joachim Lauterbach, CEO of valantic FSA, Source: LinkedIn
Kelly Littlepage, Co-Founder & CEO of OCX Group,
commented: “The integration of AI agents into market systems won't just
optimise existing processes – it will reshape how we conceive of trade itself.
From instantaneous multi-asset exchanges to the creation of new marketplaces,
AI will unlock economic potential on an unprecedented scale.” This insight
reflects the radical changes AI could bring to trading systems.
Regulatory Hurdles: The Need for Adaptability in
Financial Technology
A key point raised by Simon Isaev, CEO of Payme Swiss, was
the disparity in how different regions are approaching AI in financial
services: “While some jurisdictions, such as the USA, Singapore, and the UAE,
have been proactive in fostering innovation, other regions, particularly in
Europe, have been slower to embrace AI-driven financial solutions due to
stringent compliance requirements.” This highlights the challenges many
companies face in navigating regulatory environments while trying to innovate.
Simon Isaev, CEO of Payme Swiss, Source: LinkedIn
Matt Barrett, CEO & Co-Founder of Adaptive, further
emphasized the need for firms to adapt in a rapidly changing market: “To stay
competitive, firms are re-thinking their technology estates and strategies with
a key focus on differentiation and adaptability. The most prepared firms will
be able to leverage technological advancements to their advantage.”
Building the Future of FinTech: Diversity, Innovation,
and Leadership
As the FinTech and financial services industry continues to cross
significant challenges and growing market dynamics, strong leadership is
crucial for success.
“As the Fintech and FS industry battled more challenges
and changes in the landscape, lots will be needed from leadership for companies
to succeed. The real crisis may be companies not thinking they need leaders and
even worse, not supporting them,” commented Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Chief
Customer Officer, Harrington Starr.
Krishna Nadella, Chief Commercial Officer at SigTech, Source: LinkedIn
The report also notes the ongoing global expansion of
FinTech, particularly in regions like the Middle East and the US. It
underscores the importance of innovation and leadership in building the future
of the industry. Krishna Nadella, Chief Commercial Officer at SigTech, remarked:
“The future isn’t something that happens to us—it’s something we build.”
The 2025 cohort includes companies that are increasingly
focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. According to the
release, these firms are expected to respond to technological and market
developments in the coming year.
The Financial Technologist, published by Harrington Starr,
has released its latest edition. It covers topics such as digital assets,
financial infrastructure, leadership, and team development. The report also
highlights the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI). Despite market
volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, demand for productivity-enhancing
technology remains strong.
Additionally, the 2025 list of the Most Influential
Financial Technology Firms was compiled following a high volume of nominations.
The firms selected are recognized for their contributions to advancements and
changes within the financial technology sector, reflecting their influence on
the industry's current and future landscape. Some of the nominated companies include Symphony, Brite,
FreedomPay, Payme Swiss, Xceptor, Raisin, CoBa, and Railsr.
AI’s Impact on Financial Services and Market Systems
Explored
Aaron Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder of Kani Payments, Source: LinkedIn
In the report, Aaron Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder of Kani
Payments, pointed out that: “As payment capabilities become integrated into
non-financial applications, the reconciliation complexity grows exponentially.
Each new integration point creates potential challenges that only automated
systems can effectively manage.”
AI’s use in financial services is discussed, with a focus on
data utilization. Joachim Lauterbach, CEO of valantic FSA, highlighted the
importance of automation in this transformation, stating: “Hyperautomation is a
crucial element in digital transformation, removing human involvement in
low-value, repetitive tasks and providing in-depth, data-led business
intelligence.”
Joachim Lauterbach, CEO of valantic FSA, Source: LinkedIn
Kelly Littlepage, Co-Founder & CEO of OCX Group,
commented: “The integration of AI agents into market systems won't just
optimise existing processes – it will reshape how we conceive of trade itself.
From instantaneous multi-asset exchanges to the creation of new marketplaces,
AI will unlock economic potential on an unprecedented scale.” This insight
reflects the radical changes AI could bring to trading systems.
Regulatory Hurdles: The Need for Adaptability in
Financial Technology
A key point raised by Simon Isaev, CEO of Payme Swiss, was
the disparity in how different regions are approaching AI in financial
services: “While some jurisdictions, such as the USA, Singapore, and the UAE,
have been proactive in fostering innovation, other regions, particularly in
Europe, have been slower to embrace AI-driven financial solutions due to
stringent compliance requirements.” This highlights the challenges many
companies face in navigating regulatory environments while trying to innovate.
Simon Isaev, CEO of Payme Swiss, Source: LinkedIn
Matt Barrett, CEO & Co-Founder of Adaptive, further
emphasized the need for firms to adapt in a rapidly changing market: “To stay
competitive, firms are re-thinking their technology estates and strategies with
a key focus on differentiation and adaptability. The most prepared firms will
be able to leverage technological advancements to their advantage.”
Building the Future of FinTech: Diversity, Innovation,
and Leadership
As the FinTech and financial services industry continues to cross
significant challenges and growing market dynamics, strong leadership is
crucial for success.
“As the Fintech and FS industry battled more challenges
and changes in the landscape, lots will be needed from leadership for companies
to succeed. The real crisis may be companies not thinking they need leaders and
even worse, not supporting them,” commented Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Chief
Customer Officer, Harrington Starr.
Krishna Nadella, Chief Commercial Officer at SigTech, Source: LinkedIn
The report also notes the ongoing global expansion of
FinTech, particularly in regions like the Middle East and the US. It
underscores the importance of innovation and leadership in building the future
of the industry. Krishna Nadella, Chief Commercial Officer at SigTech, remarked:
“The future isn’t something that happens to us—it’s something we build.”
The 2025 cohort includes companies that are increasingly
focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. According to the
release, these firms are expected to respond to technological and market
developments in the coming year.
Prediction Markets Scale Up as Volumes Surge, But Regulation and Liquidity Remain Key Constraints
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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#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #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
👉 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.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
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