Bitcoin Picks: Record-Breaking Investments and the Re-Emergence of Bitcoin Binaries
Saturday,01/11/2014|17:13GMTby
Adil Siddiqui
The world of virtual currency trading benefited from a number of strategic events that put a positive light on the sector. IG bought back Bitcoin binary trading and investors poured millions in crypto-firms.
A week of positivity for participants in the growing virtual currency segment. The week started with news that one of the world's largest financial brokers, IG, had re-launched its Bitcoin binary offering. The news followed at the end of the week with figures showing record investments in the Bitcoin sector. As usual, there was cause for concern as one crypto-currency firm had called it quits.
Bitcoin Picks provides a summary of the best trending stories reported by specialist news DC Magnates.
An October to Remember as Investment Activity in Crypto-Firms Nears $80 million
October has been a record-breaking month for Bitcoin-related investment activity, with $78.9 million pouring into the industry. This is nearly double the combined $41 million from August and September.There were 12 deals reported in October, while September had 6 and August had 8, according to the DC Magnates Crypto Deal Table.
Leading International CFD Provider, IG, Re-Launches Bitcoin Binary Options 2.0
The UK origin broker is offering bitcoin trading in both Sprint and Ladder binary options. Sprint is IG’s terminology for classic binary options in which customers wager whether prices of an instrument will close higher or lower than the current market prices, with a fixed payout if they are correct.
Merchants to Benefit from Availability of Litecoin and Dogecoin as Shopify Partners with GoCoin
Shopify has bought in on GoCoin, giving its 120,000 supported merchants the option of accepting litecoin and dogecoin Payments. Like with bitcoin, holders of these currencies pay their dollar equivalent value and the merchant can receive the entire amount in fiat.
Shopify aims to help anyone looking to sell a product set up a turnkey e-commerce solution. Merchants use Shopify’s tools for full control over their site’s design and to securely accept credit card payments.
New Bitcoin against Japanese Yen Trading to Be Launched by Kraken
The bitcoin exchange, Kraken, is poised to launch trading between the cryptocurrency and the Japanese yen in a matter of hours, slated for 7:00 PM EST/8:00 AM JST launch amid rising demand for domestic JPY deposits.
The report comes on the heels of an earlier announcement last week, which portended JPY trading and a Kraken launch in Japan by month's end. The move to extend JPY trading on Kraken has been an arduous process given staunch regulatory barriers from the Japanese government. In addition, Kraken is resuming USD deposits again thanks to its partnership with Luxembourg-based payment processor PayCash. With the partnership, the exchange will also accept GBP deposits and add a BTC/GBP (referred to XBT/GBP on Kraken) trading pair.
Justcoin Calls It a Day as Norwegian Banks Deny Banking Facilities
Norway-based cryptocurrency exchange, Justcoin, has announced that it will be shutting down, effective today. They cite their bank’s closure of their account and the refusal of Norwegian banks to host accounts for businesses dealing with digital currencies.
In addition to an e-mail notification, Justcoin tweeted and wrote on its blog: “Justcoin is shutting down. Affected users, check your email.” Users are urged to withdraw their funds by November 11.
A week of positivity for participants in the growing virtual currency segment. The week started with news that one of the world's largest financial brokers, IG, had re-launched its Bitcoin binary offering. The news followed at the end of the week with figures showing record investments in the Bitcoin sector. As usual, there was cause for concern as one crypto-currency firm had called it quits.
Bitcoin Picks provides a summary of the best trending stories reported by specialist news DC Magnates.
An October to Remember as Investment Activity in Crypto-Firms Nears $80 million
October has been a record-breaking month for Bitcoin-related investment activity, with $78.9 million pouring into the industry. This is nearly double the combined $41 million from August and September.There were 12 deals reported in October, while September had 6 and August had 8, according to the DC Magnates Crypto Deal Table.
Leading International CFD Provider, IG, Re-Launches Bitcoin Binary Options 2.0
The UK origin broker is offering bitcoin trading in both Sprint and Ladder binary options. Sprint is IG’s terminology for classic binary options in which customers wager whether prices of an instrument will close higher or lower than the current market prices, with a fixed payout if they are correct.
Merchants to Benefit from Availability of Litecoin and Dogecoin as Shopify Partners with GoCoin
Shopify has bought in on GoCoin, giving its 120,000 supported merchants the option of accepting litecoin and dogecoin Payments. Like with bitcoin, holders of these currencies pay their dollar equivalent value and the merchant can receive the entire amount in fiat.
Shopify aims to help anyone looking to sell a product set up a turnkey e-commerce solution. Merchants use Shopify’s tools for full control over their site’s design and to securely accept credit card payments.
New Bitcoin against Japanese Yen Trading to Be Launched by Kraken
The bitcoin exchange, Kraken, is poised to launch trading between the cryptocurrency and the Japanese yen in a matter of hours, slated for 7:00 PM EST/8:00 AM JST launch amid rising demand for domestic JPY deposits.
The report comes on the heels of an earlier announcement last week, which portended JPY trading and a Kraken launch in Japan by month's end. The move to extend JPY trading on Kraken has been an arduous process given staunch regulatory barriers from the Japanese government. In addition, Kraken is resuming USD deposits again thanks to its partnership with Luxembourg-based payment processor PayCash. With the partnership, the exchange will also accept GBP deposits and add a BTC/GBP (referred to XBT/GBP on Kraken) trading pair.
Justcoin Calls It a Day as Norwegian Banks Deny Banking Facilities
Norway-based cryptocurrency exchange, Justcoin, has announced that it will be shutting down, effective today. They cite their bank’s closure of their account and the refusal of Norwegian banks to host accounts for businesses dealing with digital currencies.
In addition to an e-mail notification, Justcoin tweeted and wrote on its blog: “Justcoin is shutting down. Affected users, check your email.” Users are urged to withdraw their funds by November 11.
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.
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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.
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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
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#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.
