This week's selection of our editors' favourite articles and reading recommendations.
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This week, while we divert our attention away from electioneering and presidential debates, our editors' thoughts are still not far off the latest goings-on in the US.
This time the team has taken time out to look at a range of topics including global warming, cyber attacks and whether Communism is making a comeback.
Jeff Patterson kicks off with his favourite read of the week which examines global warming issues...
Winter is Coming
Despite climate change, and by extension global warming, becoming a hot button issue in the United States in recent years, Americans may soon be wishing the planet was a pinch warmer this winter, namely with sights of a new polar vortex descending upon the United States in 2016.
While cold temperatures in the Northeastern United States are nothing new, the arrival of the polar vortex could bring much cooler temperatures into February and even March, leading to a longer winter.
Despite the onset of the polar vortex this year, the phenomenon has actually been part of a consistent shift over the past few decades away from North America and into Europe. Ironically, what follows is a cooling over North America and warmer winters in Europe.
The primary cause of this can be attributed to global warming, which Leads to decreases of sea ice, causing the sun’s warmth to be absorbed by the ocean, ultimately disrupting the vortex. In a bitter twist of fate, this has resulted in cold air being brought into lower latitudes in the United States by the vortex, which has in many ways offset global warming temperatures.
This could be one explanation for why widespread acceptance of global warming amongst certain groups in the United States has ‘cooled’ in recent years.
The Cyber Attack that Shocked
Victor Golovtchenko Senior Editor
Cyber attacks on US soil have not only become an election issue, but have also affected millions of users and brokerage clients. Merely days after US Vice President Joe Biden made a bold statement, charging Russia with attempting to destabilize the country’s access to the web and affect its electoral process, a big chunk of online infrastructure in the US went dark last week. The US government has evidence that Chinese and Russian groups have been infiltrating state-owned websites.
Corporations have always been aware of the dangers that cyber attacks can cause to their businesses, however the government also has a role to play in order to warrant the personal security of its population.
Is Communism Making a Comeback?
Ignorance is bliss, they say. But when it comes to modern history, ignorance might be a genuine peril to our future. A new study published recently shows that the majority of the millennials in the US are leaning towards a socialist mindset and some even favor communist views.
Michael Pearl Head Of Business Intelligence
The survey showed, for instance, that more millennials (71 percent) agreed with Bernie Sanders’ statements, than with the late-great Prof. Milton Friedman (58 percent). Yes, you read it right. A person who wanted to make college tuition free for all, to increase taxes by almost $20T and wanted to overregulate Uber, is more popular than one of the founding fathers of liberal economy.
There is a current infatuation of America’s young adults with communism’s lesser evil – socialism with both Trump and Sander’s supporters - an enormous portion of the US electorate - opposing free trade while supporting protectionism.
It’s no wonder that this generation (which I am also a part of) is so fond of socialism. After all, we all grew up in an era of relative peace and great personal wealth and abundance.
The article, which further examines the prospects of free economy and the dangers of socialism statism and re-distributism is a very revealing and worthwhile read. Read my full contribution here.
We conclude another week of stories that our editors are reading. Feel free to share your views in the comment section and any recommendations of your own. We look forward to hearing your opinions!
This week, while we divert our attention away from electioneering and presidential debates, our editors' thoughts are still not far off the latest goings-on in the US.
This time the team has taken time out to look at a range of topics including global warming, cyber attacks and whether Communism is making a comeback.
Jeff Patterson kicks off with his favourite read of the week which examines global warming issues...
Winter is Coming
Despite climate change, and by extension global warming, becoming a hot button issue in the United States in recent years, Americans may soon be wishing the planet was a pinch warmer this winter, namely with sights of a new polar vortex descending upon the United States in 2016.
While cold temperatures in the Northeastern United States are nothing new, the arrival of the polar vortex could bring much cooler temperatures into February and even March, leading to a longer winter.
Despite the onset of the polar vortex this year, the phenomenon has actually been part of a consistent shift over the past few decades away from North America and into Europe. Ironically, what follows is a cooling over North America and warmer winters in Europe.
The primary cause of this can be attributed to global warming, which Leads to decreases of sea ice, causing the sun’s warmth to be absorbed by the ocean, ultimately disrupting the vortex. In a bitter twist of fate, this has resulted in cold air being brought into lower latitudes in the United States by the vortex, which has in many ways offset global warming temperatures.
This could be one explanation for why widespread acceptance of global warming amongst certain groups in the United States has ‘cooled’ in recent years.
The Cyber Attack that Shocked
Victor Golovtchenko Senior Editor
Cyber attacks on US soil have not only become an election issue, but have also affected millions of users and brokerage clients. Merely days after US Vice President Joe Biden made a bold statement, charging Russia with attempting to destabilize the country’s access to the web and affect its electoral process, a big chunk of online infrastructure in the US went dark last week. The US government has evidence that Chinese and Russian groups have been infiltrating state-owned websites.
Corporations have always been aware of the dangers that cyber attacks can cause to their businesses, however the government also has a role to play in order to warrant the personal security of its population.
Is Communism Making a Comeback?
Ignorance is bliss, they say. But when it comes to modern history, ignorance might be a genuine peril to our future. A new study published recently shows that the majority of the millennials in the US are leaning towards a socialist mindset and some even favor communist views.
Michael Pearl Head Of Business Intelligence
The survey showed, for instance, that more millennials (71 percent) agreed with Bernie Sanders’ statements, than with the late-great Prof. Milton Friedman (58 percent). Yes, you read it right. A person who wanted to make college tuition free for all, to increase taxes by almost $20T and wanted to overregulate Uber, is more popular than one of the founding fathers of liberal economy.
There is a current infatuation of America’s young adults with communism’s lesser evil – socialism with both Trump and Sander’s supporters - an enormous portion of the US electorate - opposing free trade while supporting protectionism.
It’s no wonder that this generation (which I am also a part of) is so fond of socialism. After all, we all grew up in an era of relative peace and great personal wealth and abundance.
The article, which further examines the prospects of free economy and the dangers of socialism statism and re-distributism is a very revealing and worthwhile read. Read my full contribution here.
We conclude another week of stories that our editors are reading. Feel free to share your views in the comment section and any recommendations of your own. We look forward to hearing your opinions!
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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
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #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
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
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
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#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.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
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.
📣 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:
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📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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