As we have covered extensively, over the past 12 months there has been a series of changes to the way brokers can offer FX and contracts-for-difference (CFD) trading in the EU to retail investors - so how has that impacted the German FX market?
Germany is the EU’s Strength
Germany is arguably the most important economy for the EU and is often thought of as the glue which holds the bloc together. The country has a strong financial market which is home to the Frankfurt Stock Exchange - the 10th largest exchange in the world by market capitalization.
David Hodge, CEO of EMEA and CMO of OANDA
In Germany, traders tend to favor indices and major forex pairs, according to David Hodge, OANDA’s Chief Executive Officer EMEA and Chief Marketing Officer.
Speaking to Finance Magnates, Hodge said: "In terms of Indices the two main traded are the Dax followed by the US 30."
German Retail Investors Surge in 2018
According to the March 2018 Germany CFD/FX Report by Investment Trends, for the 12 months ended March 2018, the number of German CFD/FX traders grew by 23 percent to reach 76,000.
This is the largest annual growth for Germany in seven years when the study first began in 2012. However, it is important to note that the time period in this report is before the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) implemented its leverage and marketing restrictions for CFDs and FX.
It is very likely that the next report, which will cover the affected time period, will show a drop in retail traders entering the market in Germany. But this won't just be limited to Germany, but across all of Europe - including the UK.
Besides ESMA, according to Hodge, one of the biggest influences on the forex market in Germany is mobile trading.
"The big change over the last five years in Germany has been the move to comprehensive trading on a mobile. In the early days mobile was very much used as a way to close out a position when clients were not at their desktop," Hodge noted.
"Now, as technology and 4G coverage has improved rapidly, FX brokers have been able to offer a feature-rich mobile trading experience, which has led to substantive increases in the number of client trades executed through a mobile device."
Most Popular FX Instruments
In Germany, the top five brokers in the forex and CFD trading sector are CMC Markets, IG, Comdirect bank, flatex, WH SelfInvest, and Plus500, according to estimates from Finance Magnates Intelligence. Both CMC Markets and IG lead the way due to large CFD trading volumes.
According to CMC Markets, the most popular forex instruments for German traders are unsurprisingly the EUR/USD and GBP/USD currency pair. However, interestingly, behind these two is the EUR/TRY pair, which is followed by the EUR/GBP in terms of popularity.
OANDA's Hodge also states that the EUR/USD is by far the most traded currency pair by German traders. However, he suggests that the second most traded currency pair is EUR/GBP.
Brokers Feel the Pain of ESMA’s Measures
As Finance Magnates has reported extensively, since the regulations were implemented in August of 2018, many brokers have suffered. This includes lower profits due to increased regulation costs, lower market volatility and a drop in retail traders.
At the moment, these measures are only “temporary” as the regulator has not yet made the restrictions permanent. However, it is widely expected that the watchdog will continue to renew the measures indefinitely until it eventually makes the laws permanent.
For German brokers and traders alike, any hopes of the restrictions being lifted have all but been destroyed. As Finance Magnates reported last year, Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) announced that it plans to make ESMA’s product intervention measures permanent in 2019.
CMC Markets Believes There are Still Opportunities Despite ESMA
CMC Markets is one of the largest brokers in Germany. Although the broker was not willing to comment specifically on how ESMA’s measures have impacted its business in Germany in terms of the number of customers, it did refer to its trading update published through the London Stock Exchange (LSE) at the beginning of April.
“Overall performance in FY 2019 has been impacted by reduced client trading activity following the implementation of the ESMA intervention measures on 1 August 2018, compounded by challenging market conditions during much of Q4,” the statement reads.
“As a result, CMC expects to report CFD and spread-bet revenue of c. £110 million for FY 2019, 37% lower than the prior year, and net operating income of c. £131 million.”
However, although client trading has dropped as a result of the measures, active client and new client numbers have remained stable for the broker. Because of this, the Group believes it will meet the consensus FY 2020 outlook.
As mentioned above, CMC Markets is just one out of many brokers who have faced difficulties regarding ESMA’s product intervention measures. Nonetheless, the firm does believe there are still opportunities to be had.
Craig Inglis, Head of Germany & Austria CMC Markets Source: LinkedIn
Speaking to Finance Magnates, Craig Inglis, Head of Germany & Austria CMC Markets said: “The recent regulations in CFD trading have limited the risk of loss. This makes the product interesting for those investors who have so far shied away from the incalculable losses. In addition, the often lack of discipline in trading has now been prescribed by law as a result of the reduction in leverage.”
Setting Up a Brokerage in Germany is Now Harder Than Ever
With tightening regulation in the EU, setting up a brokerage is now harder than ever. This is because the process is now more expensive and more confining than it was previously, and firms now need to be aware of a wider set of rules to comply with.
Inglis confirms this by saying that setting up a broker in German has become harder, but that it’s more specifically to do with regulation that is affecting all of the EU and nothing specifically to do with Germany itself.
As we have covered extensively, over the past 12 months there has been a series of changes to the way brokers can offer FX and contracts-for-difference (CFD) trading in the EU to retail investors - so how has that impacted the German FX market?
Germany is the EU’s Strength
Germany is arguably the most important economy for the EU and is often thought of as the glue which holds the bloc together. The country has a strong financial market which is home to the Frankfurt Stock Exchange - the 10th largest exchange in the world by market capitalization.
David Hodge, CEO of EMEA and CMO of OANDA
In Germany, traders tend to favor indices and major forex pairs, according to David Hodge, OANDA’s Chief Executive Officer EMEA and Chief Marketing Officer.
Speaking to Finance Magnates, Hodge said: "In terms of Indices the two main traded are the Dax followed by the US 30."
German Retail Investors Surge in 2018
According to the March 2018 Germany CFD/FX Report by Investment Trends, for the 12 months ended March 2018, the number of German CFD/FX traders grew by 23 percent to reach 76,000.
This is the largest annual growth for Germany in seven years when the study first began in 2012. However, it is important to note that the time period in this report is before the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) implemented its leverage and marketing restrictions for CFDs and FX.
It is very likely that the next report, which will cover the affected time period, will show a drop in retail traders entering the market in Germany. But this won't just be limited to Germany, but across all of Europe - including the UK.
Besides ESMA, according to Hodge, one of the biggest influences on the forex market in Germany is mobile trading.
"The big change over the last five years in Germany has been the move to comprehensive trading on a mobile. In the early days mobile was very much used as a way to close out a position when clients were not at their desktop," Hodge noted.
"Now, as technology and 4G coverage has improved rapidly, FX brokers have been able to offer a feature-rich mobile trading experience, which has led to substantive increases in the number of client trades executed through a mobile device."
Most Popular FX Instruments
In Germany, the top five brokers in the forex and CFD trading sector are CMC Markets, IG, Comdirect bank, flatex, WH SelfInvest, and Plus500, according to estimates from Finance Magnates Intelligence. Both CMC Markets and IG lead the way due to large CFD trading volumes.
According to CMC Markets, the most popular forex instruments for German traders are unsurprisingly the EUR/USD and GBP/USD currency pair. However, interestingly, behind these two is the EUR/TRY pair, which is followed by the EUR/GBP in terms of popularity.
OANDA's Hodge also states that the EUR/USD is by far the most traded currency pair by German traders. However, he suggests that the second most traded currency pair is EUR/GBP.
Brokers Feel the Pain of ESMA’s Measures
As Finance Magnates has reported extensively, since the regulations were implemented in August of 2018, many brokers have suffered. This includes lower profits due to increased regulation costs, lower market volatility and a drop in retail traders.
At the moment, these measures are only “temporary” as the regulator has not yet made the restrictions permanent. However, it is widely expected that the watchdog will continue to renew the measures indefinitely until it eventually makes the laws permanent.
For German brokers and traders alike, any hopes of the restrictions being lifted have all but been destroyed. As Finance Magnates reported last year, Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) announced that it plans to make ESMA’s product intervention measures permanent in 2019.
CMC Markets Believes There are Still Opportunities Despite ESMA
CMC Markets is one of the largest brokers in Germany. Although the broker was not willing to comment specifically on how ESMA’s measures have impacted its business in Germany in terms of the number of customers, it did refer to its trading update published through the London Stock Exchange (LSE) at the beginning of April.
“Overall performance in FY 2019 has been impacted by reduced client trading activity following the implementation of the ESMA intervention measures on 1 August 2018, compounded by challenging market conditions during much of Q4,” the statement reads.
“As a result, CMC expects to report CFD and spread-bet revenue of c. £110 million for FY 2019, 37% lower than the prior year, and net operating income of c. £131 million.”
However, although client trading has dropped as a result of the measures, active client and new client numbers have remained stable for the broker. Because of this, the Group believes it will meet the consensus FY 2020 outlook.
As mentioned above, CMC Markets is just one out of many brokers who have faced difficulties regarding ESMA’s product intervention measures. Nonetheless, the firm does believe there are still opportunities to be had.
Craig Inglis, Head of Germany & Austria CMC Markets Source: LinkedIn
Speaking to Finance Magnates, Craig Inglis, Head of Germany & Austria CMC Markets said: “The recent regulations in CFD trading have limited the risk of loss. This makes the product interesting for those investors who have so far shied away from the incalculable losses. In addition, the often lack of discipline in trading has now been prescribed by law as a result of the reduction in leverage.”
Setting Up a Brokerage in Germany is Now Harder Than Ever
With tightening regulation in the EU, setting up a brokerage is now harder than ever. This is because the process is now more expensive and more confining than it was previously, and firms now need to be aware of a wider set of rules to comply with.
Inglis confirms this by saying that setting up a broker in German has become harder, but that it’s more specifically to do with regulation that is affecting all of the EU and nothing specifically to do with Germany itself.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
