Forex Magnates learned that OANDA.com was offline, due to an apparent technical disruption with their Network Service Provider, affecting access to their MT4 platform (server) and something they are trying to fix ASAP.
[UPDATE: Website is back online, as of 4:35GMT, and company statement at bottom of article provided post-publication - around 6:00 GMT to Forex Magnates]
Oanda.com is back up after being off-line for over an hour due to an unexpected disruption in their internet connectivity that was said to be the fault of their Network Service Provider, Forex Magnates confirmed, and just over an hour after the site was down online connectivity was restored.
This was a developing situation that the company was trying to resolve ASAP, as their main website OANDA.com was down due to an issue with their Network Service Provider (or Internet Service Provider), as described above, and as explained to Forex Magnates' reporters by people familiar with the outage that started a little over an hour ago.
The company was fast to update its social media accounts as a means to communicate with clients via any available medium, and connectivity to the MT4 Trading Platform was also said to be affected, as told to Forex Magnates by sources, as well as all their other offered platforms which are dependent on internet connectivity.
On Facebook, an official page for OANDA was updated with the following:
"Hi Traders! We are aware of the issues with the website and platform and are working diligently to resolve them as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and we will you keep updated."
"Update - the issue we are experiencing is related to our network service provider. They are working closely with us to resolve the current outage."
The firm updated via its @OANDA twitter handle, in a <140 character update: "We are currently experiencing issues with our network service provider. We are working with them to resolve this matter ASAP"
At about 26 minutes after that update - service was restored - with another update that said: "We are back and running. We appreciate your patience and sincerely apologize for this frustrating situation. We will have more updates soon"
A company spokesperson told Forex Magnates that it was their number one priority to get the site online again right now, and elaborated on interim means taken to accommodate clients, such as extra manpower in their call center and already in place processes to rectify any affected clients, on a case-by-case basis.
Forex Magnates is monitoring the situation and will update this post accordingly, clients with open trades were able to call OANDA on U.S +1 212 858 7690 or
Following the developments, and after the site went back online, an official statement on the downtime was issued by OANDA:
On February 27th, OANDA's primary Internet Service Provider (ISP) experienced an outage and as a result our platform lost internet connectivity. We want to assure our clients that at no time was any confidential information breached.
At this time, we would like to report that through the outage our clients were protected in several ways:
- The platform continued to function throughout the network outage and executed stored client orders (Take Profit, Stop Loss, Margin Calls, etc.)
- Client orders triggered on these prices
We take this matter very seriously and are working with our network providers to add additional resiliency to our network connections, to ensure our clients have uninterrupted access to fxTrade. We are also working with our ISPs to evaluate their existing infrastructure as several of their other customers were also affected by this outage.
To our clients, if you have specific concerns about your account(s), please contact our Client Experience teams at frontdesk@oanda.com or toll-free 1-877-OANDAFX.
[UPDATE: Website is back online, as of 4:35GMT, and company statement at bottom of article provided post-publication - around 6:00 GMT to Forex Magnates]
Oanda.com is back up after being off-line for over an hour due to an unexpected disruption in their internet connectivity that was said to be the fault of their Network Service Provider, Forex Magnates confirmed, and just over an hour after the site was down online connectivity was restored.
This was a developing situation that the company was trying to resolve ASAP, as their main website OANDA.com was down due to an issue with their Network Service Provider (or Internet Service Provider), as described above, and as explained to Forex Magnates' reporters by people familiar with the outage that started a little over an hour ago.
The company was fast to update its social media accounts as a means to communicate with clients via any available medium, and connectivity to the MT4 Trading Platform was also said to be affected, as told to Forex Magnates by sources, as well as all their other offered platforms which are dependent on internet connectivity.
On Facebook, an official page for OANDA was updated with the following:
"Hi Traders! We are aware of the issues with the website and platform and are working diligently to resolve them as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and we will you keep updated."
"Update - the issue we are experiencing is related to our network service provider. They are working closely with us to resolve the current outage."
The firm updated via its @OANDA twitter handle, in a <140 character update: "We are currently experiencing issues with our network service provider. We are working with them to resolve this matter ASAP"
At about 26 minutes after that update - service was restored - with another update that said: "We are back and running. We appreciate your patience and sincerely apologize for this frustrating situation. We will have more updates soon"
A company spokesperson told Forex Magnates that it was their number one priority to get the site online again right now, and elaborated on interim means taken to accommodate clients, such as extra manpower in their call center and already in place processes to rectify any affected clients, on a case-by-case basis.
Forex Magnates is monitoring the situation and will update this post accordingly, clients with open trades were able to call OANDA on U.S +1 212 858 7690 or
Following the developments, and after the site went back online, an official statement on the downtime was issued by OANDA:
On February 27th, OANDA's primary Internet Service Provider (ISP) experienced an outage and as a result our platform lost internet connectivity. We want to assure our clients that at no time was any confidential information breached.
At this time, we would like to report that through the outage our clients were protected in several ways:
- The platform continued to function throughout the network outage and executed stored client orders (Take Profit, Stop Loss, Margin Calls, etc.)
- Client orders triggered on these prices
We take this matter very seriously and are working with our network providers to add additional resiliency to our network connections, to ensure our clients have uninterrupted access to fxTrade. We are also working with our ISPs to evaluate their existing infrastructure as several of their other customers were also affected by this outage.
To our clients, if you have specific concerns about your account(s), please contact our Client Experience teams at frontdesk@oanda.com or toll-free 1-877-OANDAFX.
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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
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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
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#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.
📣 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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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:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/financemagnates
▶️ YouTube: /@financemagnates_official
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
