Also, M4Markets' partnership with Acuity Trading and new ClearBank Chief Product Officer.
Read today's FX/CFDs, crypto and fintech sectors' dynamic news.
Binance Labs Supports GOMBLE
Binance
Labs, one of the biggest crypto exchanges in the world, has recently pledged
its support for GOMBLE, a blockchain game development company affiliated with
the South Korean casual mobile game publisher 111Percent.
GOMBLE aims to provide casual gamers worldwide with an opportunity to experience blockchain games while incorporating sustainable reward
systems. The company also seeks to improve the interoperability of NFTs by
creating a mobile-based blockchain.
GOMBLE's
leadership is headed by Jihoon Byun, the former COO of 111Percent, and a team
of experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from various Web2 and
Web3 companies such as Google, Kakao Brain, SK Telecom, and crypto exchanges.
CME Fines Trader $200k
The CME's
Chief Regulatory Officer recently charged Tajgir Rahman for violating multiple
CBOT rules. Allegedly, Rahman entered orders in his employer's account without
the intent to trade in several Soybean, Soybean Oil, and Soybean Meal contracts
between July 2019 and September 2022.
He did this
to mislead other market participants and benefit orders in his personal
account. As a result, he profited $10,821.50. CME found Rahman guilty of
committing the admitted charges and ordered him to pay a $200,000 fine and
$10,821.50 in disgorgement. Furthermore, he was permanently suspended from
direct access to any trading floor owned or controlled by CME Group.
Plum Presents Price Alerts
and Watchlists
Plum, the
innovative money app offering money management services, has launched two new features designed for stock investors. These new
features aim to enhance customers' understanding of their portfolios while providing timely information to make informed investment decisions.
One of
these new features is the 'Watchlist' tool, which allows to monitor financial
instruments that interest them. Plum has also introduced 'Price Alerts', which
enables customers to set target prices on stocks. The app automatically
notifies when the share price hits the level they set, enabling traders to make
informed decisions about investments.
FlexNOW Rebrands to Spark EMS
FlexTrade has rebranded its cloud-based multi-asset EMS platform FlexNOW to Spark. The company highlighted that the rebranding would not affect current customers or product functionality.
The rebranding came with the rising demand for cloud-based services in the trading industry. Spark will now focus on cloud-based innovation leveraging FlexTrade's industry experience.
"We will stay under the FlexTrade umbrella where we are able to continue developing new features for our Spark community which has been growing significantly since we started this project in 2019. Our main focus is to deliver a platform with no compromise to power and performance," said Adi Prnjavorac, a General Manager at Spark EMS.
M4Markets Taps Acuity Trading
FX/CFDs broker M4Markets enhanced its offerings by adding AI-powered tools, including an economic calendar, a signal center, and a market sentiment hub, provided by Acuity Trading.
"At M4markets, we are committed to empowering our traders with the latest and most sophisticated resources. Our new AI-powered suite, in collaboration with Acuity, is a game-changer that will provide our traders the latest market insights and data-driven analysis. We are excited to offer this powerful tool to our clients, affording them the opportunity to make more informed investment decisions," said M4Markets' Group Chief Business Development Officer, Nick Jay.
Crypto exchange Deribit is poised to sweeten its offerings with the launch of zero-net-fee spot trading next week. Initially, the zero-fee service will be available for three crypto pairs: BTC/USDC, ETH/USDC, and ETH/BTC.
Zero-fee trading is rare in the crypto trading space. Exchanges usually discount trades with their native tokens. Deribit detailed that there will not be any volume discounts nor affiliate or partner sharing offered on the zero-fee trading model. Deribit also offers crypto options and futures instruments.
"Our goal has always been to provide our users with a complete exchange platform that meets all their trading needs," said Luuk Strijers, the Chief Commercial Officer at Deribit.
"After years of being the leading crypto derivatives trading platform and ensuring that our exchange has the highest level of security and transparency, we have decided to apply our expertise to spot trading. By adding spot trading to our existing futures and options products, we are now able to provide a fulsome exchange offering that caters to all types of traders."
Blackbull Markets Changes Domain
Blackbull Markets, an FX and CFDs broker, announced the transition of its domain address from blackbullmarkets.com to blackbull.com, effective from the end of April.
Though it will change the email addresses of the company, services directed towards customers, like accounts, trading activities, and investments, will remain unchanged.
"This domain transition is purely aimed at streamlining our online presence and enhancing our brand identity, and it will not affect your ability to access and use our platform, products, or customer support in any way," Blackbull stated.
"We are taking all necessary measures to ensure a smooth transition, and our team is readily available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to contact our customer support team for any assistance."
ClearBank Onboards New Chief Product Officer
London-based Clearbank announced the appointment of Spiros Theodossiou as Chief Product Officer (CPO). He brings over 20 years of experience to the role.
Spiros Theodossiou, CPO at Clearbank
He joined ClearBank from DEXT, where he was also the CPO. Before that, he was the SVP of Product Management at WorldPay and also worked at PayPal, Skrill, and Vouchercodes.com.
"The growth opportunities, both in the UK and as ClearBank expands internationally, are phenomenal and I look forward to being a part of the bank’s journey, working closely with our clients to understand their needs, drive product innovation and help take our vision to new markets," Theodossiou mentioned.
CAT Financial Products Selects Broadridge
CAT Financial Products, a Swiss provider of securities and investment services, has implemented Broadridge's global multi-asset post-trade processing solution.
"We are strategically positioned to gain new momentum through the development of structured products, AMCs and exchange-traded products, all delivered through an enhanced and differentiated client service offering," said Stephan Giselbrecht, the COO at CATFP.
Danny Green, the Head of International Post-Trade Solutions at Broadridge stated: "They can depend on our unwavering commitment to drive efficiency through the highest levels of straight-through processing and API-enabled services that reduce risk and provide the flexibility and capacity for future growth, while optimising cost/income ratios."
Binance Labs Supports GOMBLE
Binance
Labs, one of the biggest crypto exchanges in the world, has recently pledged
its support for GOMBLE, a blockchain game development company affiliated with
the South Korean casual mobile game publisher 111Percent.
GOMBLE aims to provide casual gamers worldwide with an opportunity to experience blockchain games while incorporating sustainable reward
systems. The company also seeks to improve the interoperability of NFTs by
creating a mobile-based blockchain.
GOMBLE's
leadership is headed by Jihoon Byun, the former COO of 111Percent, and a team
of experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from various Web2 and
Web3 companies such as Google, Kakao Brain, SK Telecom, and crypto exchanges.
CME Fines Trader $200k
The CME's
Chief Regulatory Officer recently charged Tajgir Rahman for violating multiple
CBOT rules. Allegedly, Rahman entered orders in his employer's account without
the intent to trade in several Soybean, Soybean Oil, and Soybean Meal contracts
between July 2019 and September 2022.
He did this
to mislead other market participants and benefit orders in his personal
account. As a result, he profited $10,821.50. CME found Rahman guilty of
committing the admitted charges and ordered him to pay a $200,000 fine and
$10,821.50 in disgorgement. Furthermore, he was permanently suspended from
direct access to any trading floor owned or controlled by CME Group.
Plum Presents Price Alerts
and Watchlists
Plum, the
innovative money app offering money management services, has launched two new features designed for stock investors. These new
features aim to enhance customers' understanding of their portfolios while providing timely information to make informed investment decisions.
One of
these new features is the 'Watchlist' tool, which allows to monitor financial
instruments that interest them. Plum has also introduced 'Price Alerts', which
enables customers to set target prices on stocks. The app automatically
notifies when the share price hits the level they set, enabling traders to make
informed decisions about investments.
FlexNOW Rebrands to Spark EMS
FlexTrade has rebranded its cloud-based multi-asset EMS platform FlexNOW to Spark. The company highlighted that the rebranding would not affect current customers or product functionality.
The rebranding came with the rising demand for cloud-based services in the trading industry. Spark will now focus on cloud-based innovation leveraging FlexTrade's industry experience.
"We will stay under the FlexTrade umbrella where we are able to continue developing new features for our Spark community which has been growing significantly since we started this project in 2019. Our main focus is to deliver a platform with no compromise to power and performance," said Adi Prnjavorac, a General Manager at Spark EMS.
M4Markets Taps Acuity Trading
FX/CFDs broker M4Markets enhanced its offerings by adding AI-powered tools, including an economic calendar, a signal center, and a market sentiment hub, provided by Acuity Trading.
"At M4markets, we are committed to empowering our traders with the latest and most sophisticated resources. Our new AI-powered suite, in collaboration with Acuity, is a game-changer that will provide our traders the latest market insights and data-driven analysis. We are excited to offer this powerful tool to our clients, affording them the opportunity to make more informed investment decisions," said M4Markets' Group Chief Business Development Officer, Nick Jay.
Crypto exchange Deribit is poised to sweeten its offerings with the launch of zero-net-fee spot trading next week. Initially, the zero-fee service will be available for three crypto pairs: BTC/USDC, ETH/USDC, and ETH/BTC.
Zero-fee trading is rare in the crypto trading space. Exchanges usually discount trades with their native tokens. Deribit detailed that there will not be any volume discounts nor affiliate or partner sharing offered on the zero-fee trading model. Deribit also offers crypto options and futures instruments.
"Our goal has always been to provide our users with a complete exchange platform that meets all their trading needs," said Luuk Strijers, the Chief Commercial Officer at Deribit.
"After years of being the leading crypto derivatives trading platform and ensuring that our exchange has the highest level of security and transparency, we have decided to apply our expertise to spot trading. By adding spot trading to our existing futures and options products, we are now able to provide a fulsome exchange offering that caters to all types of traders."
Blackbull Markets Changes Domain
Blackbull Markets, an FX and CFDs broker, announced the transition of its domain address from blackbullmarkets.com to blackbull.com, effective from the end of April.
Though it will change the email addresses of the company, services directed towards customers, like accounts, trading activities, and investments, will remain unchanged.
"This domain transition is purely aimed at streamlining our online presence and enhancing our brand identity, and it will not affect your ability to access and use our platform, products, or customer support in any way," Blackbull stated.
"We are taking all necessary measures to ensure a smooth transition, and our team is readily available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to contact our customer support team for any assistance."
ClearBank Onboards New Chief Product Officer
London-based Clearbank announced the appointment of Spiros Theodossiou as Chief Product Officer (CPO). He brings over 20 years of experience to the role.
Spiros Theodossiou, CPO at Clearbank
He joined ClearBank from DEXT, where he was also the CPO. Before that, he was the SVP of Product Management at WorldPay and also worked at PayPal, Skrill, and Vouchercodes.com.
"The growth opportunities, both in the UK and as ClearBank expands internationally, are phenomenal and I look forward to being a part of the bank’s journey, working closely with our clients to understand their needs, drive product innovation and help take our vision to new markets," Theodossiou mentioned.
CAT Financial Products Selects Broadridge
CAT Financial Products, a Swiss provider of securities and investment services, has implemented Broadridge's global multi-asset post-trade processing solution.
"We are strategically positioned to gain new momentum through the development of structured products, AMCs and exchange-traded products, all delivered through an enhanced and differentiated client service offering," said Stephan Giselbrecht, the COO at CATFP.
Danny Green, the Head of International Post-Trade Solutions at Broadridge stated: "They can depend on our unwavering commitment to drive efficiency through the highest levels of straight-through processing and API-enabled services that reduce risk and provide the flexibility and capacity for future growth, while optimising cost/income ratios."
Indian Police Issued Interpol Notice against “OctaFX Mastermind”: Report
FINANCE MAGNATES LONDON SUMMIT 2025
FINANCE MAGNATES LONDON SUMMIT 2025
The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, market insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, market insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.
Liquidity as a Business: How Brokers Can Earn More
Liquidity as a Business: How Brokers Can Earn More
This webinar will focuses on how brokers can create new revenue streams by launching or enhancing their liquidity business.
John Murillo, Chief Dealing Officer of the B2BROKER group, covers how:
- Retail brokers can launch their own B2B arm to distribute liquidity and boost profitability.
- Institutional brokers can upgrade their liquidity offering and strengthen their market position.
- New entrants can start from scratch and become liquidity providers through a ready-made turnkey solution.
Hosted by B2BROKER, a global fintech provider of liquidity and technology solutions, the session will reveal how to monetize liquidity, accelerate business growth, and increase profitability using the Liquidity Provider Turnkey solution.
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This webinar will focuses on how brokers can create new revenue streams by launching or enhancing their liquidity business.
John Murillo, Chief Dealing Officer of the B2BROKER group, covers how:
- Retail brokers can launch their own B2B arm to distribute liquidity and boost profitability.
- Institutional brokers can upgrade their liquidity offering and strengthen their market position.
- New entrants can start from scratch and become liquidity providers through a ready-made turnkey solution.
Hosted by B2BROKER, a global fintech provider of liquidity and technology solutions, the session will reveal how to monetize liquidity, accelerate business growth, and increase profitability using the Liquidity Provider Turnkey solution.
📣 Stay updated with the latest in finance and trading! Follow Finance Magnates across our social media platforms for news, insights, and event updates.
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