The two-day-long exhibition kicked-off today at 11 am local time.
"We have more young traders because we have more young people": HFM's Alex Stefanidis.
From the floor of FMAS:24 exhibition
The Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:24) has officially kicked off today, making its triumphant return to the vibrant heart of Johannesburg. Now bigger and better than ever, this premier B2B event is set to redefine industry standards.
At 11 am local time, the gates of the Sandton Convention Center swung open, heralding the start of an electrifying two-day Exhibition. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of industry heavyweights delivering keynote speeches, engaging in panel discussions, conducting interviews, and much more.
FMAS:24 is the ultimate convergence point for trading industry executives, marketers, company representatives, and traders. It's an unparalleled opportunity for networking, where meaningful connections can ignite promising business deals.
This year’s summit features an expanded format, with two stages: Center Stage and Trader Zone. Additionally, a more extensive exhibition area will allow companies to showcase their cutting-edge products and services to both current and prospective clients.
From the Exhibition Floor
The regulators are also present at FMAS:24. Catch ForexLive's Adam Button's interview with Gerhard van Deventer, Division Executive of Enforcement at FSCA.
FSCA's Gerhard van Deventer talking to the Finance Magnates Group
Prop trading exploded recently and demand for it is only growing. Petros Kalaitzis from Tools for Brokers is explaining growth of this industry at FMAS:24.
The panel discussion on "Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out For" is ongoing. Are you following?
The panel discussion on "Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out For"
The much-awaited panel discussion has started. At the Center Stage, Finance Magnates' Andrea Badiola Mateos is moderating the first discussion at FMAS:24 with industry heavyweights from Exness, TD Markets, Finalto, ATFX, and HFM. "We have more young traders because we have more young people," HFM's Alex Stefanidis said.
FMAS:24 panel discussion on Business Growth in Africa and Beyond
All eyes are on the Trader Zone as Christoforos Panagiotou, Africa Regional Manager at Fxview, took the stage.
A crowd has gathered at the XM booth. Are you there too?
The booth of XM
The exhibitors are already being approached by attendees. Just general queries or curiosity of future clients?
Footfall at Exness booth
Just after the doors are open, the hall is packed with attendees.
Can you guess who are welcoming the guests?
The crowed has gathered at the opening gates of the Sandton Convention Center. Can you take a guess at the footfall this year?
At the entry gate to FMAS:24
Schedule for Exhibition Day 1
Center Stage:
12:30 Business Growth in Africa and Beyond
13:20 Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out for
15:00 Payments in Africa: a Cross-Border, Cross-Device Revolution
15:50 Navigating The Present and Future of IBs in South Africa
16:40 Regulation, Trust, and The Future of Trading in Africa
17:30 Personal Finance Management: Your Essential Checklist
18:10 Becoming a Pro Trader: Tools, Habits, and Mindset
Trader Zone:
12:00 FX and CFDs in Africa: Key Industry Trends
12:30 The Art of Market Analysis: Finding the Right Direction
13:00 Managing The Emotions of Trading
13:30 Piecing the Prop Trading Puzzle
14:50 Workshop with AvaTrade
15:20 Mastering Trading Expectations
15:50 Gold, South African Rand & The 2024 Financial Markets Outlook
16:20 Is my broker my buddy?
16:50 Set Yourself Apart - Elevate Your Mindset
17:15 Tutorial: Welcome to The World of Trading!
17:40 Know Your Partner: Do's and Don'ts in Tech and IBs
18:10 Overcoming Impatience: Essential Tactics for FX Mastery
A Recap of Opening Networking Blitz
As always, FMAS:24 kicked off with the highly anticipated Opening Networking Blitz at the Sandton Convention Centre. This exclusive, invite-only event seamlessly blended fun and business, offering a unique opportunity for selected attendees to connect and network on the eve of Exhibition Day 1.
Enjoy some moments from the party.
The Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:24) has officially kicked off today, making its triumphant return to the vibrant heart of Johannesburg. Now bigger and better than ever, this premier B2B event is set to redefine industry standards.
At 11 am local time, the gates of the Sandton Convention Center swung open, heralding the start of an electrifying two-day Exhibition. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of industry heavyweights delivering keynote speeches, engaging in panel discussions, conducting interviews, and much more.
FMAS:24 is the ultimate convergence point for trading industry executives, marketers, company representatives, and traders. It's an unparalleled opportunity for networking, where meaningful connections can ignite promising business deals.
This year’s summit features an expanded format, with two stages: Center Stage and Trader Zone. Additionally, a more extensive exhibition area will allow companies to showcase their cutting-edge products and services to both current and prospective clients.
From the Exhibition Floor
The regulators are also present at FMAS:24. Catch ForexLive's Adam Button's interview with Gerhard van Deventer, Division Executive of Enforcement at FSCA.
FSCA's Gerhard van Deventer talking to the Finance Magnates Group
Prop trading exploded recently and demand for it is only growing. Petros Kalaitzis from Tools for Brokers is explaining growth of this industry at FMAS:24.
The panel discussion on "Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out For" is ongoing. Are you following?
The panel discussion on "Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out For"
The much-awaited panel discussion has started. At the Center Stage, Finance Magnates' Andrea Badiola Mateos is moderating the first discussion at FMAS:24 with industry heavyweights from Exness, TD Markets, Finalto, ATFX, and HFM. "We have more young traders because we have more young people," HFM's Alex Stefanidis said.
FMAS:24 panel discussion on Business Growth in Africa and Beyond
All eyes are on the Trader Zone as Christoforos Panagiotou, Africa Regional Manager at Fxview, took the stage.
A crowd has gathered at the XM booth. Are you there too?
The booth of XM
The exhibitors are already being approached by attendees. Just general queries or curiosity of future clients?
Footfall at Exness booth
Just after the doors are open, the hall is packed with attendees.
Can you guess who are welcoming the guests?
The crowed has gathered at the opening gates of the Sandton Convention Center. Can you take a guess at the footfall this year?
At the entry gate to FMAS:24
Schedule for Exhibition Day 1
Center Stage:
12:30 Business Growth in Africa and Beyond
13:20 Mixed Signals: Macro Developments to Watch Out for
15:00 Payments in Africa: a Cross-Border, Cross-Device Revolution
15:50 Navigating The Present and Future of IBs in South Africa
16:40 Regulation, Trust, and The Future of Trading in Africa
17:30 Personal Finance Management: Your Essential Checklist
18:10 Becoming a Pro Trader: Tools, Habits, and Mindset
Trader Zone:
12:00 FX and CFDs in Africa: Key Industry Trends
12:30 The Art of Market Analysis: Finding the Right Direction
13:00 Managing The Emotions of Trading
13:30 Piecing the Prop Trading Puzzle
14:50 Workshop with AvaTrade
15:20 Mastering Trading Expectations
15:50 Gold, South African Rand & The 2024 Financial Markets Outlook
16:20 Is my broker my buddy?
16:50 Set Yourself Apart - Elevate Your Mindset
17:15 Tutorial: Welcome to The World of Trading!
17:40 Know Your Partner: Do's and Don'ts in Tech and IBs
18:10 Overcoming Impatience: Essential Tactics for FX Mastery
A Recap of Opening Networking Blitz
As always, FMAS:24 kicked off with the highly anticipated Opening Networking Blitz at the Sandton Convention Centre. This exclusive, invite-only event seamlessly blended fun and business, offering a unique opportunity for selected attendees to connect and network on the eve of Exhibition Day 1.
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @Exness , a global multi-asset broker operating since 2008, known for fast withdrawals, flexible account types, and strong regulatory coverage across multiple regions.
We break down Exness’s regulatory framework, supported trading platforms including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, and the Exness Trade App, as well as available account types such as Standard, Pro, Zero, and Raw Spread.
You’ll also learn about Exness’s leverage options, fees and commissions, swap-free trading, available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and cryptocurrencies, and what traders can expect in terms of execution, funding speed, and customer support.
Watch the full review to see whether Exness aligns with your trading goals and strategy.
👉 Explore Exness’s full broker listing on the Finance Magnates Directory:
https://directory.financemagnates.com/multi-asset-brokers/exness/
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @Exness , a global multi-asset broker operating since 2008, known for fast withdrawals, flexible account types, and strong regulatory coverage across multiple regions.
We break down Exness’s regulatory framework, supported trading platforms including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, and the Exness Trade App, as well as available account types such as Standard, Pro, Zero, and Raw Spread.
You’ll also learn about Exness’s leverage options, fees and commissions, swap-free trading, available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and cryptocurrencies, and what traders can expect in terms of execution, funding speed, and customer support.
Watch the full review to see whether Exness aligns with your trading goals and strategy.
👉 Explore Exness’s full broker listing on the Finance Magnates Directory:
https://directory.financemagnates.com/multi-asset-brokers/exness/
📣 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:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
🐦 X: https://x.com/financemagnates
🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/financemagnates
▶️ YouTube: /@financemagnates_official
#Exness #ExnessReview #Forex #FinanceMagnates #ForexBroker #BrokerReview #CFDTrading #OnlineTrading #MarketInsights
The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, market insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, market insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.