The UK financial services sector sees massive capital injection as government pushes a £110B growth agenda.
The fintech giant commits billions and 1,000 jobs while weighing a US bank acquisition to accelerate global expansion.
Revolut
opened its new global headquarters in London's Canary Wharf financial district this
week, anchoring what the UK government called a £110 billion week of investment
commitments from major financial services firms.
The fintech
company pledged to invest £3 billion in the UK over the next five years
and create 1,000 high-skilled jobs as part of an ambitious $13 billion
global expansion plan through 2030. Chancellor Rachel Reeves attended the
headquarters opening, declaring Britain "open for business" as
her Leeds Reforms attract international finance companies.
Nikolay Storonsky, CEO of Revolut, seems to be aiming for wide-ranging European expansion (Revolut).
"We
are committed to the UK as our home country," Nik Storonsky,
Revolut's CEO and co-founder, told the audience. The company serves
65 million customers worldwide, including 12 million in the UK, and
aims to reach 100
million customers globally by mid-2027.
In July,
Revolut also opened a new headquarters for continental Europe in
Paris as it applied for a French banking license.
Competition Intensifies
for US Banking Market
Revolut
executives revealed the company is "actively looking" at
acquiring a US bank or applying for its own banking license there as
it pushes for international growth. The London-based firm remains
small in America compared to its European operations, where it has
established itself as the most valuable fintech startup.
"Being
a bank in every market we operate in is critical," Sid Jajodia,
Revolut's US CEO, told reporters. The company currently holds banking
licenses in the European Union and Mexico but lacks full banking status in both the
UK and US markets.
Revolut
received a restricted UK banking license in July 2024 after a
three-year regulatory process but remains in the "mobilization"
phase, preventing it from holding more than £50,000 in total customer
deposits. Storonsky said obtaining the final UK license remains his top
priority to transfer the company's 12 million British customers
into the new bank and offer credit products.
Investment
Surge Follows Regulatory Overhaul
The week's
financial commitments totaled more than £110 billion, with Blackstone
leading at £100 billion over the next decade, BlackRock contributing £7
billion, and PayPal adding £150 million for UK product development. Bank of
America announced plans for up to 1,000 new jobs in Belfast, while Citi
confirmed £1.1 billion across UK operations.
The
investment wave comes months after Reeves launched
the Leeds Reforms, described as the most comprehensive changes to financial
regulation in over a decade. The reforms aim to make Britain the top
destination for financial services businesses by 2035 through reduced red tape
and streamlined approval processes.
Rachel Reeves, Source: LinkedIn
"Through
our Leeds Reforms we're making Britain the best place for financial services
companies to do business, pushing us ahead in the global race for
investment," Reeves said at the Revolut headquarters opening.
Revenue Growth Drives
Expansion Plans
Despite
rapid customer growth, analysts note Revolut's average customer deposits
remain lower than traditional banks, with too few customers using it as
their primary account. The company
posted pre-tax profits of £1.1 billion last year, partly driven by
cryptocurrency earnings, on global revenues of £3.1 billion.
Revolut's
$13 billion investment target over five years dwarfs its current revenue
base but reflects the company's aggressive expansion strategy. The fintech
plans to enter 30 new markets by 2030, including across Latin
America, Asia and the Middle East.
The company
is also pursuing a secondary share sale that could
value it at $75 billion, cementing its position as Europe's most valuable
fintech firm. Revolut's success exemplifies the strength of Britain's
fintech sector, which includes around 3,000 firms supporting tens of
thousands of skilled jobs nationwide.
Revolut
opened its new global headquarters in London's Canary Wharf financial district this
week, anchoring what the UK government called a £110 billion week of investment
commitments from major financial services firms.
The fintech
company pledged to invest £3 billion in the UK over the next five years
and create 1,000 high-skilled jobs as part of an ambitious $13 billion
global expansion plan through 2030. Chancellor Rachel Reeves attended the
headquarters opening, declaring Britain "open for business" as
her Leeds Reforms attract international finance companies.
Nikolay Storonsky, CEO of Revolut, seems to be aiming for wide-ranging European expansion (Revolut).
"We
are committed to the UK as our home country," Nik Storonsky,
Revolut's CEO and co-founder, told the audience. The company serves
65 million customers worldwide, including 12 million in the UK, and
aims to reach 100
million customers globally by mid-2027.
In July,
Revolut also opened a new headquarters for continental Europe in
Paris as it applied for a French banking license.
Competition Intensifies
for US Banking Market
Revolut
executives revealed the company is "actively looking" at
acquiring a US bank or applying for its own banking license there as
it pushes for international growth. The London-based firm remains
small in America compared to its European operations, where it has
established itself as the most valuable fintech startup.
"Being
a bank in every market we operate in is critical," Sid Jajodia,
Revolut's US CEO, told reporters. The company currently holds banking
licenses in the European Union and Mexico but lacks full banking status in both the
UK and US markets.
Revolut
received a restricted UK banking license in July 2024 after a
three-year regulatory process but remains in the "mobilization"
phase, preventing it from holding more than £50,000 in total customer
deposits. Storonsky said obtaining the final UK license remains his top
priority to transfer the company's 12 million British customers
into the new bank and offer credit products.
Investment
Surge Follows Regulatory Overhaul
The week's
financial commitments totaled more than £110 billion, with Blackstone
leading at £100 billion over the next decade, BlackRock contributing £7
billion, and PayPal adding £150 million for UK product development. Bank of
America announced plans for up to 1,000 new jobs in Belfast, while Citi
confirmed £1.1 billion across UK operations.
The
investment wave comes months after Reeves launched
the Leeds Reforms, described as the most comprehensive changes to financial
regulation in over a decade. The reforms aim to make Britain the top
destination for financial services businesses by 2035 through reduced red tape
and streamlined approval processes.
Rachel Reeves, Source: LinkedIn
"Through
our Leeds Reforms we're making Britain the best place for financial services
companies to do business, pushing us ahead in the global race for
investment," Reeves said at the Revolut headquarters opening.
Revenue Growth Drives
Expansion Plans
Despite
rapid customer growth, analysts note Revolut's average customer deposits
remain lower than traditional banks, with too few customers using it as
their primary account. The company
posted pre-tax profits of £1.1 billion last year, partly driven by
cryptocurrency earnings, on global revenues of £3.1 billion.
Revolut's
$13 billion investment target over five years dwarfs its current revenue
base but reflects the company's aggressive expansion strategy. The fintech
plans to enter 30 new markets by 2030, including across Latin
America, Asia and the Middle East.
The company
is also pursuing a secondary share sale that could
value it at $75 billion, cementing its position as Europe's most valuable
fintech firm. Revolut's success exemplifies the strength of Britain's
fintech sector, which includes around 3,000 firms supporting tens of
thousands of skilled jobs nationwide.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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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.
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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
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#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.
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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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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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