68% of Bitcoin volume is traded via perpetual futures, research shows.
Crypto perps overtake spot, traditional derivatives, highlighting round-the-clock trading.
CFD broker Axi announced an expansion of its crypto
perpetuals offerings. The broker added over 150 contracts covering major and
emerging digital assets. This positions Axi among the few multi-asset brokers
that integrate crypto derivatives within a single regulated platform.
The move comes as crypto trading is increasingly dominated
by perpetual futures contracts. New data shows these contracts now account for
nearly 70% of all Bitcoin volume and 76% of all derivatives activity globally.
Market Trends in Perpetuals
Stuart Cooke, Head of New Business at Axi, Source: LinkedIn
Perpetual futures, or “perps,” have overtaken spot and
traditional derivatives as the main instruments in crypto markets. Research
from Kaiko and other industry trackers shows that 68% of Bitcoin volume is
traded via perpetuals and 59% of total crypto activity in Q2 2025 came from
perps.
This represents a notable increase from previous years and
highlights the shift toward leveraged, round-the-clock trading instruments that
mirror spot market liquidity.
Axi’s expansion includes more than 150 perpetual contracts
and a fee structure aimed at undercutting rivals such as Binance and Bybit. The
broker presents its platform as a regulated alternative to offshore exchanges,
offering institutional-level clarity and support.
“Our goal is to bring everything into one trusted
ecosystem—perps, copy trading, mobile apps, and institutional-grade support,” said
Stuart Cooke, Head of New Business at Axi.
Traders’ Demand and Market Outlook
As perpetuals dominate crypto derivatives, traders are
increasingly demanding transparency, liquidity, and cost efficiency. Axi says
its competitive pricing and cross-product integration make it a contender in a
derivatives market expected to grow alongside broader institutional adoption.
Axi Adds MT5 to Funded Program
Meanwhile, Axi
added MT5 to its funded trader program, Axi Select, allowing use of MT4 or
MT5. The program provides live trading capital from $5,000 to $1 million
without evaluation fees or time limits. Traders monitor performance through
Edge Score and access coaching, amid regulatory changes affecting prop trading.
CFD broker Axi announced an expansion of its crypto
perpetuals offerings. The broker added over 150 contracts covering major and
emerging digital assets. This positions Axi among the few multi-asset brokers
that integrate crypto derivatives within a single regulated platform.
The move comes as crypto trading is increasingly dominated
by perpetual futures contracts. New data shows these contracts now account for
nearly 70% of all Bitcoin volume and 76% of all derivatives activity globally.
Market Trends in Perpetuals
Stuart Cooke, Head of New Business at Axi, Source: LinkedIn
Perpetual futures, or “perps,” have overtaken spot and
traditional derivatives as the main instruments in crypto markets. Research
from Kaiko and other industry trackers shows that 68% of Bitcoin volume is
traded via perpetuals and 59% of total crypto activity in Q2 2025 came from
perps.
This represents a notable increase from previous years and
highlights the shift toward leveraged, round-the-clock trading instruments that
mirror spot market liquidity.
Axi’s expansion includes more than 150 perpetual contracts
and a fee structure aimed at undercutting rivals such as Binance and Bybit. The
broker presents its platform as a regulated alternative to offshore exchanges,
offering institutional-level clarity and support.
“Our goal is to bring everything into one trusted
ecosystem—perps, copy trading, mobile apps, and institutional-grade support,” said
Stuart Cooke, Head of New Business at Axi.
Traders’ Demand and Market Outlook
As perpetuals dominate crypto derivatives, traders are
increasingly demanding transparency, liquidity, and cost efficiency. Axi says
its competitive pricing and cross-product integration make it a contender in a
derivatives market expected to grow alongside broader institutional adoption.
Axi Adds MT5 to Funded Program
Meanwhile, Axi
added MT5 to its funded trader program, Axi Select, allowing use of MT4 or
MT5. The program provides live trading capital from $5,000 to $1 million
without evaluation fees or time limits. Traders monitor performance through
Edge Score and access coaching, amid regulatory changes affecting prop trading.
Prop Firms and Brokers Form a Perfect Synergy: One Offers Access, the Other Capital
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
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
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.
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
