The day included panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, and fire-side chats.
Here are the updates from the second day of the FMLS:23.
Drew Niv joined the panel to discuss risk management for brokers
The doors to the Finance Magnates London Summit (FMLS:23) are open. It is the 11th year of the Finance Magnates’ premium annual business-to-business event, which is now bigger and better.
The halls at the Old Billingsgate were packed with industry executives, marketers, company representatives, and other attendees. Exhibitors showcased their products and services at their designated booths: FMLS:23 has more than 120 exhibitors.
Are you looking for directions at FMLS:23?
The speaker halls were made ready, and the panelists took to the stage. This year, there are over 150 speakers who will share their insights and expertise in panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, and fire-side chats over the two days.
Happening at the heart of London, FMLS:23 is larger than ever. This year, the premium and elite event has three stages, Center Stage, Innovative Stage, and Inspire Stage, from where speakers will address the audience.
Leaders' Agenda: Where Online Trading Is Headed
The trading industry is searching for new ways to generate revenue amid low market volatility. At Centre Stage, we gathered top executives, including Iskandar Najjar, the Co-Founder and CEO of Equiti Group, to share C-level insights on how traders handle low trading activity.
Iskandar Najjar, the Co-Founder & CEO Equiti Group
Superapps: Perfect Balance in a Digital Era?
Superapps are booming and set to make the most impact in finance. But, while they are growing fast, it is important to combat fraudulent activities and money laundering. This is the discussion that dominated the Innovate Stage during the afternoon session. The panelists emphasized how crucial it is for service providers to have data as a requirement for better regulation.
Pietro Candela, the Head of Alipay+ EMEA Development at AntGroup
English Football Star, Gary Cahill, at TMGM Booth
Digital Wallets: Here To Stay or a Trend to Fade?
Digital wallets have undergone significant evolution, transforming from a niche tech enthusiast's tool into a global necessity. This change transformation is largely attributed to their user-friendly nature. Initially designed to serve individuals without bank accounts, digital wallets have now gained popularity among a diverse user base. During FMLS:23 Center Stage, David Tirado Blanco, the VP of Global Business Development and Commercial Operations at Revolut, delved into the future of digital wallets and their users, exploring what lies ahead for this dynamic technology.
David Tirado Blanco, the VP Global Business Development and Commercial Operations at Revolut
Carla Nemr, the Chief Business Development officer at Tickmill Group
ETF: The Next Growth Wave Just Started
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are on the rise in the markets across the Atlantic. Investors are eager for all-encompassing solutions. Jürgen Blumberg, the Chief Operating Officer of EMEA, Goldman Sachs ETF Accelerator, gave an expansive view of the growth trajectory in this field at the Innovate Stage.
Blumberg mentioned: "If you look at the global ETF landscape, which boasts roughly 11 trillion US dollars in assets under management, about 20% of that are important ETFs. They are gaining popularity, and we think as well as a business that there is a huge opportunity."
"Retail investors need to have a lot of choices in the ETF industry, and more ETFs are coming into the market every year. This makes it easier for the investors to make their choices. I think that ETFs are almost designed for retail investors because they are fair, transparent, accessible, and tradable at any point in time."
Jürgen Blumberg, the Chief Operating Officer EMEA – Goldman Sachs ETF Accelerator
Moments from the FMLS:23 Venue
The team of FXCM Pro is ready to discuss business at their booth at FMLS:23.
FXCM Pro team at their booth
Gold-i's Founder and CEO, Tom Higgins, with his team at FMLS:23.
Gold-i team at the company's booth at FMLS:23
Chen Arad, the Chief Operating Officer at Solidus Labs, speaks at a panel discussion on "Roadblocks & Building Blocks for Institutional Crypto Adoption."
Otakar Suffner, the Co-Founder & CEO at FTMO, is taking questions on the prop trading business model after the session "Evolution and Future Prospects of Online Prop Trading."
Finance Magnates interviewed Drew Niv at FMLS:23. Are you willing to talk to Finance Magnates? Please approach booth 48.
Finance Magnates interviews Drew Niv at FMLS:23
Will Marwick, the CEO at IFX Payments, and Rosie McConnell, the Product Director at IFX Payment, discuss "Innovation vs Regulation: Who Drives the Future of the Payments Landscape?" Catch them live.
Will Marwick, CEO at IFX Payments, and Rosie McConnell, Product Director at IFX Payment, at stage
Charles White-Thomson, the CEO at Saxo UK, shares his thoughts with the panel discussion.
Jan De Schepper, the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Swissquote Bank, is speaking to the panel and discussing "Leaders' Agenda: Where Online Trading Is Headed."
Andrew Ralich, the Founder and CEO at OneZero: "The volumes are there, the ADVs are there, but the opportunities are harder to seize."
Panel discussing on the topic "Where online trading is headed"
Felicity Graham, the Talent Acquisition Manager at Confluence, is speaking with the panel on the topic "Felicity Graham Talent Acquisition ManagerConfluen."
Speakers have taken the seats at the Inspire Stage
In a panel discussion on risk management, TraderTools' CEO, Drew Niv said: "There is [an] analysis problem, there is [a] pricing issue (we're selling gold to clients too cheaply), and there is a hedging problem."
Drew Niv joined the panel to discuss risk management for brokers
Footfall at the booths
Schedule for the day at FMLS:23
Innovative stage at FMLS:23
What Was the Agenda for Day 2?
Tuesday, the first day of the FMLS:23 exhibition, kicked off with industry leaders taking the stage. The day was packed with many panel discussions, keynote speakers, and more.
Recaps from the Networking Blitz Opening Party
The two-day-long exhibition followed the Networking Blitz Opening Party, sponsored by ZuluTrade, on Monday evening at The Folly. It set the tone for FMLS:23, offering a unique platform for networking, entertainment, and endless business opportunities.
Photos of Networking Blitz Opening Party Venue
An interactive session of the representatives from the companies exhibiting at the FMLS:23.
Are you attending FMLS:23? Meet the Finance Magnates Group team at Booth 48.
The doors to the Finance Magnates London Summit (FMLS:23) are open. It is the 11th year of the Finance Magnates’ premium annual business-to-business event, which is now bigger and better.
The halls at the Old Billingsgate were packed with industry executives, marketers, company representatives, and other attendees. Exhibitors showcased their products and services at their designated booths: FMLS:23 has more than 120 exhibitors.
Are you looking for directions at FMLS:23?
The speaker halls were made ready, and the panelists took to the stage. This year, there are over 150 speakers who will share their insights and expertise in panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, and fire-side chats over the two days.
Happening at the heart of London, FMLS:23 is larger than ever. This year, the premium and elite event has three stages, Center Stage, Innovative Stage, and Inspire Stage, from where speakers will address the audience.
Leaders' Agenda: Where Online Trading Is Headed
The trading industry is searching for new ways to generate revenue amid low market volatility. At Centre Stage, we gathered top executives, including Iskandar Najjar, the Co-Founder and CEO of Equiti Group, to share C-level insights on how traders handle low trading activity.
Iskandar Najjar, the Co-Founder & CEO Equiti Group
Superapps: Perfect Balance in a Digital Era?
Superapps are booming and set to make the most impact in finance. But, while they are growing fast, it is important to combat fraudulent activities and money laundering. This is the discussion that dominated the Innovate Stage during the afternoon session. The panelists emphasized how crucial it is for service providers to have data as a requirement for better regulation.
Pietro Candela, the Head of Alipay+ EMEA Development at AntGroup
English Football Star, Gary Cahill, at TMGM Booth
Digital Wallets: Here To Stay or a Trend to Fade?
Digital wallets have undergone significant evolution, transforming from a niche tech enthusiast's tool into a global necessity. This change transformation is largely attributed to their user-friendly nature. Initially designed to serve individuals without bank accounts, digital wallets have now gained popularity among a diverse user base. During FMLS:23 Center Stage, David Tirado Blanco, the VP of Global Business Development and Commercial Operations at Revolut, delved into the future of digital wallets and their users, exploring what lies ahead for this dynamic technology.
David Tirado Blanco, the VP Global Business Development and Commercial Operations at Revolut
Carla Nemr, the Chief Business Development officer at Tickmill Group
ETF: The Next Growth Wave Just Started
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are on the rise in the markets across the Atlantic. Investors are eager for all-encompassing solutions. Jürgen Blumberg, the Chief Operating Officer of EMEA, Goldman Sachs ETF Accelerator, gave an expansive view of the growth trajectory in this field at the Innovate Stage.
Blumberg mentioned: "If you look at the global ETF landscape, which boasts roughly 11 trillion US dollars in assets under management, about 20% of that are important ETFs. They are gaining popularity, and we think as well as a business that there is a huge opportunity."
"Retail investors need to have a lot of choices in the ETF industry, and more ETFs are coming into the market every year. This makes it easier for the investors to make their choices. I think that ETFs are almost designed for retail investors because they are fair, transparent, accessible, and tradable at any point in time."
Jürgen Blumberg, the Chief Operating Officer EMEA – Goldman Sachs ETF Accelerator
Moments from the FMLS:23 Venue
The team of FXCM Pro is ready to discuss business at their booth at FMLS:23.
FXCM Pro team at their booth
Gold-i's Founder and CEO, Tom Higgins, with his team at FMLS:23.
Gold-i team at the company's booth at FMLS:23
Chen Arad, the Chief Operating Officer at Solidus Labs, speaks at a panel discussion on "Roadblocks & Building Blocks for Institutional Crypto Adoption."
Otakar Suffner, the Co-Founder & CEO at FTMO, is taking questions on the prop trading business model after the session "Evolution and Future Prospects of Online Prop Trading."
Finance Magnates interviewed Drew Niv at FMLS:23. Are you willing to talk to Finance Magnates? Please approach booth 48.
Finance Magnates interviews Drew Niv at FMLS:23
Will Marwick, the CEO at IFX Payments, and Rosie McConnell, the Product Director at IFX Payment, discuss "Innovation vs Regulation: Who Drives the Future of the Payments Landscape?" Catch them live.
Will Marwick, CEO at IFX Payments, and Rosie McConnell, Product Director at IFX Payment, at stage
Charles White-Thomson, the CEO at Saxo UK, shares his thoughts with the panel discussion.
Jan De Schepper, the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Swissquote Bank, is speaking to the panel and discussing "Leaders' Agenda: Where Online Trading Is Headed."
Andrew Ralich, the Founder and CEO at OneZero: "The volumes are there, the ADVs are there, but the opportunities are harder to seize."
Panel discussing on the topic "Where online trading is headed"
Felicity Graham, the Talent Acquisition Manager at Confluence, is speaking with the panel on the topic "Felicity Graham Talent Acquisition ManagerConfluen."
Speakers have taken the seats at the Inspire Stage
In a panel discussion on risk management, TraderTools' CEO, Drew Niv said: "There is [an] analysis problem, there is [a] pricing issue (we're selling gold to clients too cheaply), and there is a hedging problem."
Drew Niv joined the panel to discuss risk management for brokers
Footfall at the booths
Schedule for the day at FMLS:23
Innovative stage at FMLS:23
What Was the Agenda for Day 2?
Tuesday, the first day of the FMLS:23 exhibition, kicked off with industry leaders taking the stage. The day was packed with many panel discussions, keynote speakers, and more.
Recaps from the Networking Blitz Opening Party
The two-day-long exhibition followed the Networking Blitz Opening Party, sponsored by ZuluTrade, on Monday evening at The Folly. It set the tone for FMLS:23, offering a unique platform for networking, entertainment, and endless business opportunities.
Photos of Networking Blitz Opening Party Venue
An interactive session of the representatives from the companies exhibiting at the FMLS:23.
Are you attending FMLS:23? Meet the Finance Magnates Group team at Booth 48.
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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