Our editors' favourite stories this week focus on a variety of subjects, including further Brexit consequences.
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As another week draws to a close, our editors have chosen another selection of stories that have caught their imagination. With a variety of different interests at heart and recommended reading topics that range from the peculiar to the thought-provoking, each editor takes his turn to enlighten us.
These days it seems that Americans are bitterly divided over everything along a strict and binary political line. But one thing that all of them, and also many around the world, seem to agree on is how corrupt the American establishment has become.
This is the driving force behind the strong insurgent campaigns that would have seemed laughable just a few years ago, such as Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump and even Jill Stein.
The main cause of the public’s anger is the idea of ‘too big to fail’ and ‘too big to jail’, with the powers that be on Wall Street and Washington getting away with anything without any accountability.
As a result, the other side of the coin has been almost completely ignored – how the small businesses were forced to bear the brunt of financial regulations written by and for the big banks.
This is where the documentary movie that the article covers - “Abacus: Small Enough to Jail” - comes in. It is about a family bank that American authorities decided to make an example of.
Whether a defendant is guilty or not is up to the courts to decide, but the documentary shows that if you don’t have the right connections, the system will not protect you with the ridiculous arguments used for the big guys.
A Bloomberg Markets feature sheds light on the numerous alternatives to London when it comes to big banks. With growing uncertainty over the terms of Brexit, the alternative spots to trade FX (pun intended) have grown in numbers and are now extending far beyond Paris and Dublin.
Cities like Amsterdam, Paris and even Warsaw could benefit from new banking jobs…but the question for them is rather, do they want the industry?
Looking at the prospects for a ‘hard Brexit’, the likelihood that banks will have to enact their fallout contingency plans has increased, however the strategy of the UK government has been put into question by the markets.
The British pound just had its worst week since the immediate post-Brexit fallout, a fall that was accompanied by a Flash Crash . With the purchasing power of middle and lower income families in the UK suffering the most, substantial inflation in the UK is lurking around the corner...
Creepy Clowns Yet to Be Seen in the City
I would like to recommend an article far from the financial or tech world which is funny and creepy. It seems like Britain has not been able to find any respite in any way recently. While we focus on the renewed GBP slump, reminding us of Brexit moment, strange things are happening on the streets.
Sylwester Majewski Chief Analyst
As UK tabloid The Mirror informs its readers, a worrying series of creepy clown sightings is taking place in the UK. The trend first emerged in the US where such incidents have already been witnessed in more than 20 states. Masked figures lurking in the woods and attempting to lure children were first seen in August in South California.
Now it it has spread across the Atlantic and is gaining traction in the UK. As The Mirror states: "The activities reported range from simple sightings of 'clowns' frightening people in passing cars to more sinister incidents where the fancy dress figures have approached schoolchildren."
Back in the UK, it has not been proven that this phenomenon is in any way related to the Brexit or recent GBP weakness. One can, however, wonder how much time it will take until we will see clowns somewhere in the City.
By the way, did we solve the flash-crash mystery yet?
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!
As another week draws to a close, our editors have chosen another selection of stories that have caught their imagination. With a variety of different interests at heart and recommended reading topics that range from the peculiar to the thought-provoking, each editor takes his turn to enlighten us.
These days it seems that Americans are bitterly divided over everything along a strict and binary political line. But one thing that all of them, and also many around the world, seem to agree on is how corrupt the American establishment has become.
This is the driving force behind the strong insurgent campaigns that would have seemed laughable just a few years ago, such as Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump and even Jill Stein.
The main cause of the public’s anger is the idea of ‘too big to fail’ and ‘too big to jail’, with the powers that be on Wall Street and Washington getting away with anything without any accountability.
As a result, the other side of the coin has been almost completely ignored – how the small businesses were forced to bear the brunt of financial regulations written by and for the big banks.
This is where the documentary movie that the article covers - “Abacus: Small Enough to Jail” - comes in. It is about a family bank that American authorities decided to make an example of.
Whether a defendant is guilty or not is up to the courts to decide, but the documentary shows that if you don’t have the right connections, the system will not protect you with the ridiculous arguments used for the big guys.
A Bloomberg Markets feature sheds light on the numerous alternatives to London when it comes to big banks. With growing uncertainty over the terms of Brexit, the alternative spots to trade FX (pun intended) have grown in numbers and are now extending far beyond Paris and Dublin.
Cities like Amsterdam, Paris and even Warsaw could benefit from new banking jobs…but the question for them is rather, do they want the industry?
Looking at the prospects for a ‘hard Brexit’, the likelihood that banks will have to enact their fallout contingency plans has increased, however the strategy of the UK government has been put into question by the markets.
The British pound just had its worst week since the immediate post-Brexit fallout, a fall that was accompanied by a Flash Crash . With the purchasing power of middle and lower income families in the UK suffering the most, substantial inflation in the UK is lurking around the corner...
Creepy Clowns Yet to Be Seen in the City
I would like to recommend an article far from the financial or tech world which is funny and creepy. It seems like Britain has not been able to find any respite in any way recently. While we focus on the renewed GBP slump, reminding us of Brexit moment, strange things are happening on the streets.
Sylwester Majewski Chief Analyst
As UK tabloid The Mirror informs its readers, a worrying series of creepy clown sightings is taking place in the UK. The trend first emerged in the US where such incidents have already been witnessed in more than 20 states. Masked figures lurking in the woods and attempting to lure children were first seen in August in South California.
Now it it has spread across the Atlantic and is gaining traction in the UK. As The Mirror states: "The activities reported range from simple sightings of 'clowns' frightening people in passing cars to more sinister incidents where the fancy dress figures have approached schoolchildren."
Back in the UK, it has not been proven that this phenomenon is in any way related to the Brexit or recent GBP weakness. One can, however, wonder how much time it will take until we will see clowns somewhere in the City.
By the way, did we solve the flash-crash mystery yet?
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:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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