The company acquires software firm Intracom Systems in a move to expand its financial communications technology offerings.
The deal combines Intracom's push-to-talk technology with IPC's Unigy platform.
Trading
communications provider IPC Systems announced today (Tuesday) its acquisition
of software communications firm Intracom Systems, expanding its technology
offerings in the financial services sector.
IPC Expands Trading
Communications Suite with Intracom Systems Acquisition
The
transaction, whose financial terms weren't disclosed, combines Intracom's
push-to-talk matrix technology with IPC's Unigy platform, creating an
integrated communications system for financial institutions' front, middle, and
back-office operations.
Kurt Adams, CEO of IPC
“Intracom’s
innovative technology empowers us to deliver unparalleled downstream
functionality and channel interoperability for our financial services clients,”
said Kurt Adams, CEO of IPC.
“This
acquisition enables IPC to deepen its value proposition, providing
communication solutions that extend from traders on the front lines to
compliance teams and middle- and back-office operations, all through a secure,
scalable SaaS model,” he added.
The
combined technology will serve various segments of the financial services
industry, from trading desks to wealth management offices.
Intracom
Systems, known for its software-based communication solutions across multiple
industries, will now focus on optimizing its platform for financial services
applications. Stephen Brand, Intracom's Co-Founder and CEO, will remain with
the company to oversee the integration process.
Stephen Brand, Intracom's Co-Founder and CEO
“Intracom’s
mission has always been to solve complex communication challenges,” said Brand.
“Joining IPC enables us to expand our reach within the financial services
industry while maintaining our commitment to delivering cutting-edge
solutions.”
The
acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025, subject to
customary regulatory approvals. IPC indicated that existing clients would
continue receiving current services during the integration period.
Key Strategic Developments
in Late 2024
Systems has
undergone significant strategic developments in recent months, including a
senior leadership appointment and two major technological partnerships.
The company
named Izzy Dawood as Chief Financial Officer in November. Dawood, who
previously served as CFO at CURO Financial Technologies and Paysafe, brings
over two decades of financial leadership experience to the role.
On the
technology front, IPC deepened its collaboration with Amazon Web Services
(AWS), resulting in the deployment of a new voice transcription solution. The
service has already gained traction among Fortune 100 financial institutions.
Earlier in
November, IPC formed a partnership with LeapXpert to enhance its messaging
compliance capabilities. The collaboration aims to address regulatory
requirements from major financial authorities through a federated messaging
environment that enables cross-platform communication.
Trading
communications provider IPC Systems announced today (Tuesday) its acquisition
of software communications firm Intracom Systems, expanding its technology
offerings in the financial services sector.
IPC Expands Trading
Communications Suite with Intracom Systems Acquisition
The
transaction, whose financial terms weren't disclosed, combines Intracom's
push-to-talk matrix technology with IPC's Unigy platform, creating an
integrated communications system for financial institutions' front, middle, and
back-office operations.
Kurt Adams, CEO of IPC
“Intracom’s
innovative technology empowers us to deliver unparalleled downstream
functionality and channel interoperability for our financial services clients,”
said Kurt Adams, CEO of IPC.
“This
acquisition enables IPC to deepen its value proposition, providing
communication solutions that extend from traders on the front lines to
compliance teams and middle- and back-office operations, all through a secure,
scalable SaaS model,” he added.
The
combined technology will serve various segments of the financial services
industry, from trading desks to wealth management offices.
Intracom
Systems, known for its software-based communication solutions across multiple
industries, will now focus on optimizing its platform for financial services
applications. Stephen Brand, Intracom's Co-Founder and CEO, will remain with
the company to oversee the integration process.
Stephen Brand, Intracom's Co-Founder and CEO
“Intracom’s
mission has always been to solve complex communication challenges,” said Brand.
“Joining IPC enables us to expand our reach within the financial services
industry while maintaining our commitment to delivering cutting-edge
solutions.”
The
acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025, subject to
customary regulatory approvals. IPC indicated that existing clients would
continue receiving current services during the integration period.
Key Strategic Developments
in Late 2024
Systems has
undergone significant strategic developments in recent months, including a
senior leadership appointment and two major technological partnerships.
The company
named Izzy Dawood as Chief Financial Officer in November. Dawood, who
previously served as CFO at CURO Financial Technologies and Paysafe, brings
over two decades of financial leadership experience to the role.
On the
technology front, IPC deepened its collaboration with Amazon Web Services
(AWS), resulting in the deployment of a new voice transcription solution. The
service has already gained traction among Fortune 100 financial institutions.
Earlier in
November, IPC formed a partnership with LeapXpert to enhance its messaging
compliance capabilities. The collaboration aims to address regulatory
requirements from major financial authorities through a federated messaging
environment that enables cross-platform communication.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
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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/
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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.
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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.
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He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
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He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
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Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
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-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
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This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
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🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
