The day featured live sessions, fireside chats and workshops.
BDSwiss, Tickmill, TradingPro and others take home various titles.
After months of planning the Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:23) finally kicked off last night with its luxurious Networking Blitz Party in Johannesburg, South Africa. The networking event with a twist was a huge success that saw attendees from all over the world arrive and mingle in Africa at the prestigious Sandton Convention Centre.
FMAS:23 Networking Blitz Party
Today represents the start of the two-day event, highlighted by a curated content stream for attendees that showcases all of the talent and brands at the event. FMAS:23 has managed to attract top-level leaders from across the globe, providing an unrivaled opportunity to network with and learn from the best.
"I've seen my fair share of conferences, but this is truly impressive," said Michael Greenberg, the Founder and CEO of Finance Magnates.
"South Africa is an important hub for our growth strategy, and it is clear that the African market is booming. The feeling on the floor and in the speaker hall is fantastic, and the local community has waited for such an event, and we are grateful for the feedback by traders, industry participants and government officials that we worked with."
Whether you're looking to make new connections or seek out potential partners, this is the place to be. FMAS:23 will also be attracting some of the top speakers and influencers in the industry. The following sessions, panels, and workshops are on offer throughout today:
Day 1 Agenda – May 9, 2023
9:45 - 10:00 Opening Keynote by Gauteng Department of Economic Development
10:10 - 10:30 Fintech & Regulation in Africa Fireside Chat with FSCA
10:40 - 11:20 Industry Leaders Talk Opportunities for All
11:30 - 11:50 Bryan Habana Talks Agility in Sports & Trading Fireside Chat by markets.com
12:50 - 13:10 Market Logic: A Rational Approach to Trading with Technical Analysis Workshop
13:45 - 14:05 Online Trading in Africa Workshop
14:15 - 14:55 The Global Economy, African View: Facing Financial Distress
15:05 - 15:45 Market Opportunities: Where's the Alpha in Q2?
15:55 - 16:25 Fintech Security
These sessions are your chance to learn from the best and gain a competitive edge. Make sure to attend as many of these as you can to learn from leading experts and thought leaders across four industry verticals.
This includes online trading, digital assets & blockchain, fintech, and payments space. FMevents has worked tirelessly to bring you the biggest and best event anywhere in Africa.
With all the luxury of Sandton and South Africa on display, today’s event is just the first in a two-day adventure that will set the stage for the rest of 2023 and beyond.
Want to visit the booths? The exhibitors are ready.
The industry leaders have taken the stage in Africa. The panel discussions are ongoing. Don't miss them.
The speaker halls are packed.
Let's do business, the African way: work and have fun, together.
Are you feeling lucky?
Shaun Murison, Senior Market Analyst at IG Africa, took the stage.
Many popular faces are on the floor.
Byran Habana, Rugby champion and Markets.com Brand Ambassador talked about agility in sports and trading during a fireside chat with Solomon Gouden, the Managing Director at Markets.com and Finalto South Africa. Habana also shared his experience with applying his sports skills to business, finance and trading.
At the Centre Stage, experts discuss Fintech in Africa: Opportunities in Financial Services.
Ref Wayne, author and forex specialist well known as the pioneer of forex trading in South Africa, takes a workshop on online trading in Africa.
HFM organizes raffle draw.
Winners of the Dream Ride have been announced.
A happy winner poses for the camera.
Another winner of the Dream Ride.
Back to the Centre Stage, experts speak on 'The Global Economy, African View: Facing Financial Distress'.
How far will central banks go with interest rate hikes? How should you prepare, and which sectors should you look to for diversification of your portfolio? Experts discussed these and more at the 'Markets Opportunities: Where's the Alpha in Q2?' session.
Who Takes Home the Titles? Winners Are Unveiled
To cap the Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2023 event for today, winners of the Financial Achievements in Markets Excellency Awards are being unveiled.
The award plaques
1. Best Multi-Asset Broker in Africa Award goes to Fxview!
2. Best Forex Spreads in Africa Award goes to AAAFx!
3. Best IB/Affliate Program in Africa Award goes to BDSwiss!
4. Best CFD Broker in Africa Award goes to FP Markets (First Prudential Markets)!
5. Best Over-the-Counter (OTC) in Africa Award goes to IFX Brokers!
6. Most Innovative Broker in Africa Award goes to Kwakol!
7. Best Partner Programme in Africa Award goes to Tickmill!
8. Best Trading Experience/Fastest Execution Broker in Africa Award goes to TradingPro!
9. Best Customer Service Award in Africa goes to XM!
10. Best ECN/STOP Broker in Africa/Most Trusted Broker in Africa goes to TDMarkets!
11. Fastest Growing Broker in Africa Award goes to YaMarkets!
12. The Best Wealth Management Platform in Africa Award goes to ZuluTrade!
Winners pose on stage at the Financial Achievements in Markets Excellency Award Ceremony 2023.
And That's a Wrap
Day 2 of the Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2023 ends with the award ceremony. The day featured live sessions, fireside chats, workshops and the unveiling of the Dream Rider winners.
The final day tomorrow promises more exciting discussions and networking opportunities. There will also be the Sunset Session Closing Drinks.
Don't miss out!
After months of planning the Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:23) finally kicked off last night with its luxurious Networking Blitz Party in Johannesburg, South Africa. The networking event with a twist was a huge success that saw attendees from all over the world arrive and mingle in Africa at the prestigious Sandton Convention Centre.
FMAS:23 Networking Blitz Party
Today represents the start of the two-day event, highlighted by a curated content stream for attendees that showcases all of the talent and brands at the event. FMAS:23 has managed to attract top-level leaders from across the globe, providing an unrivaled opportunity to network with and learn from the best.
"I've seen my fair share of conferences, but this is truly impressive," said Michael Greenberg, the Founder and CEO of Finance Magnates.
"South Africa is an important hub for our growth strategy, and it is clear that the African market is booming. The feeling on the floor and in the speaker hall is fantastic, and the local community has waited for such an event, and we are grateful for the feedback by traders, industry participants and government officials that we worked with."
Whether you're looking to make new connections or seek out potential partners, this is the place to be. FMAS:23 will also be attracting some of the top speakers and influencers in the industry. The following sessions, panels, and workshops are on offer throughout today:
Day 1 Agenda – May 9, 2023
9:45 - 10:00 Opening Keynote by Gauteng Department of Economic Development
10:10 - 10:30 Fintech & Regulation in Africa Fireside Chat with FSCA
10:40 - 11:20 Industry Leaders Talk Opportunities for All
11:30 - 11:50 Bryan Habana Talks Agility in Sports & Trading Fireside Chat by markets.com
12:50 - 13:10 Market Logic: A Rational Approach to Trading with Technical Analysis Workshop
13:45 - 14:05 Online Trading in Africa Workshop
14:15 - 14:55 The Global Economy, African View: Facing Financial Distress
15:05 - 15:45 Market Opportunities: Where's the Alpha in Q2?
15:55 - 16:25 Fintech Security
These sessions are your chance to learn from the best and gain a competitive edge. Make sure to attend as many of these as you can to learn from leading experts and thought leaders across four industry verticals.
This includes online trading, digital assets & blockchain, fintech, and payments space. FMevents has worked tirelessly to bring you the biggest and best event anywhere in Africa.
With all the luxury of Sandton and South Africa on display, today’s event is just the first in a two-day adventure that will set the stage for the rest of 2023 and beyond.
Want to visit the booths? The exhibitors are ready.
The industry leaders have taken the stage in Africa. The panel discussions are ongoing. Don't miss them.
The speaker halls are packed.
Let's do business, the African way: work and have fun, together.
Are you feeling lucky?
Shaun Murison, Senior Market Analyst at IG Africa, took the stage.
Many popular faces are on the floor.
Byran Habana, Rugby champion and Markets.com Brand Ambassador talked about agility in sports and trading during a fireside chat with Solomon Gouden, the Managing Director at Markets.com and Finalto South Africa. Habana also shared his experience with applying his sports skills to business, finance and trading.
At the Centre Stage, experts discuss Fintech in Africa: Opportunities in Financial Services.
Ref Wayne, author and forex specialist well known as the pioneer of forex trading in South Africa, takes a workshop on online trading in Africa.
HFM organizes raffle draw.
Winners of the Dream Ride have been announced.
A happy winner poses for the camera.
Another winner of the Dream Ride.
Back to the Centre Stage, experts speak on 'The Global Economy, African View: Facing Financial Distress'.
How far will central banks go with interest rate hikes? How should you prepare, and which sectors should you look to for diversification of your portfolio? Experts discussed these and more at the 'Markets Opportunities: Where's the Alpha in Q2?' session.
Who Takes Home the Titles? Winners Are Unveiled
To cap the Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2023 event for today, winners of the Financial Achievements in Markets Excellency Awards are being unveiled.
The award plaques
1. Best Multi-Asset Broker in Africa Award goes to Fxview!
2. Best Forex Spreads in Africa Award goes to AAAFx!
3. Best IB/Affliate Program in Africa Award goes to BDSwiss!
4. Best CFD Broker in Africa Award goes to FP Markets (First Prudential Markets)!
5. Best Over-the-Counter (OTC) in Africa Award goes to IFX Brokers!
6. Most Innovative Broker in Africa Award goes to Kwakol!
7. Best Partner Programme in Africa Award goes to Tickmill!
8. Best Trading Experience/Fastest Execution Broker in Africa Award goes to TradingPro!
9. Best Customer Service Award in Africa goes to XM!
10. Best ECN/STOP Broker in Africa/Most Trusted Broker in Africa goes to TDMarkets!
11. Fastest Growing Broker in Africa Award goes to YaMarkets!
12. The Best Wealth Management Platform in Africa Award goes to ZuluTrade!
Winners pose on stage at the Financial Achievements in Markets Excellency Award Ceremony 2023.
And That's a Wrap
Day 2 of the Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2023 ends with the award ceremony. The day featured live sessions, fireside chats, workshops and the unveiling of the Dream Rider winners.
The final day tomorrow promises more exciting discussions and networking opportunities. There will also be the Sunset Session Closing Drinks.
Finance Magnates 2025 Awards Return to Cyprus for a Night of Industry Recognition
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
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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
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
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Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #BrokerGrowth #FintechPartnerships #RegionalMarkets
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When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #BrokerGrowth #FintechPartnerships #RegionalMarkets
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The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #Innovation
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As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #Innovation
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Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
-Jack Crone, PR & Public Affairs Lead at IG
-David Belle, Founder at Fink Money
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #RetailInvesting #UKFinance
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As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
-Jack Crone, PR & Public Affairs Lead at IG
-David Belle, Founder at Fink Money
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #RetailInvesting #UKFinance
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