The company is expanding its operations in Latin America, Africa, and India.
The firm plans growth through AI investments and partnerships, including with Swisspod Technologies.
Seychelles Island
ICM.com, a global financial technology firm, has obtained a
regulatory license from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles.
This development brings the number of jurisdictions where the company is
regulated to seven, including the FCA in the UK, FSRA in Abu Dhabi, FSC in
Mauritius, FSA in South Africa, and ARIF in Switzerland.
Seychelles License for ICM.com
Shoaib Abedi, CEO of ICM.com, Source: LinkedIn
Seychelles is gaining traction as a strategic location for
brokerage operations, positioned between Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The
new license supports ICM.com’s efforts to enhance its regulatory coverage and
expand its global services.
Established in 2009 in the UK, ICM.com provides access to
over 5,000 trading instruments for retail and institutional clients. The firm
operates regional offices across multiple continents, including Europe, Asia,
Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.
“The newly added FSA license represents a significant
milestone for the company, paving the way for our expansion into new regions
and supporting our ongoing growth in Latin America and Southeast Asia,” Shoaib
Abedi, CEO of ICM.com commented.
“Our clients can rest assured they are partnering with one
of the most regulated and innovative fintech firms in the industry,” he continued.
Investments in AI Planned
In 2024, ICM.com has focused on expanding its presence in
Latin America, Africa, and India. The company also entered a partnership with
Swisspod Technologies, a firm specializing in Hyperloop technology. ICM.com plans further investments in artificial intelligence
and new product offerings.
Meanwhile, the Seychelles
National Assembly has approved a bill to regulate virtual asset service
providers (VASPs), as reported by Finance
Magnates. The law mandates VASPs to establish a significant presence in
Seychelles, including appointing a resident director and setting up an office
with qualified staff.
Entities must incorporate under specific acts and seek
approval from the central bank if already regulated. The law applies to wallet
providers, exchanges, brokers, and investment providers, all of which must
undergo an evaluation before being granted a license.
ICM.com, a global financial technology firm, has obtained a
regulatory license from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles.
This development brings the number of jurisdictions where the company is
regulated to seven, including the FCA in the UK, FSRA in Abu Dhabi, FSC in
Mauritius, FSA in South Africa, and ARIF in Switzerland.
Seychelles License for ICM.com
Shoaib Abedi, CEO of ICM.com, Source: LinkedIn
Seychelles is gaining traction as a strategic location for
brokerage operations, positioned between Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The
new license supports ICM.com’s efforts to enhance its regulatory coverage and
expand its global services.
Established in 2009 in the UK, ICM.com provides access to
over 5,000 trading instruments for retail and institutional clients. The firm
operates regional offices across multiple continents, including Europe, Asia,
Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.
“The newly added FSA license represents a significant
milestone for the company, paving the way for our expansion into new regions
and supporting our ongoing growth in Latin America and Southeast Asia,” Shoaib
Abedi, CEO of ICM.com commented.
“Our clients can rest assured they are partnering with one
of the most regulated and innovative fintech firms in the industry,” he continued.
Investments in AI Planned
In 2024, ICM.com has focused on expanding its presence in
Latin America, Africa, and India. The company also entered a partnership with
Swisspod Technologies, a firm specializing in Hyperloop technology. ICM.com plans further investments in artificial intelligence
and new product offerings.
Meanwhile, the Seychelles
National Assembly has approved a bill to regulate virtual asset service
providers (VASPs), as reported by Finance
Magnates. The law mandates VASPs to establish a significant presence in
Seychelles, including appointing a resident director and setting up an office
with qualified staff.
Entities must incorporate under specific acts and seek
approval from the central bank if already regulated. The law applies to wallet
providers, exchanges, brokers, and investment providers, all of which must
undergo an evaluation before being granted a license.
Tareq is a financial writer with 15 years of experience covering global markets. His work spans technical analysis, forex broker reviews, and market sentiment, with a focus on topics relevant to retail traders. He joined Finance Magnates in 2023.
At Finance Magnates, he serves as News Editor, covering retail forex and CFD brokers, cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech firms, and regulatory developments shaping the trading industry. He holds an Honours degree in Information Technology from Anfell College, London.
Education:
Honours degree Information Technology, Anfell College, London
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Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
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Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
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Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture