GTC's new Chief Analyst; crypto trademarks of HSBC and Mastercard.
Read today's FX/CFDs, crypto, and fintech sectors' dynamic news.
Virtu Financial
Unveils New Tool for Automated Block Trading
Virtu Financial
has launched a new tool that enables traders to automate workflows, source
incremental non-displayed liquidity, and complete orders faster, the company
announced today (Thursday). The new tool dubbed Alert+ is in response to a rise in non-displayed liquidity.
Alert+ is available on POSIT Alert and provides automated routing to Virtu Financial's Covert execution algorithm to seek non-displayed liquidity. According to the company, POSIT Alert enables clients to connect with block liquidity opportunities in 38 countries.
Equiti Boosts Trading
Portfolio
Equiti, an online
trading services provider, has broadened its portfolio by adding over 1500 new
stocks and ETF CFDs to its MT5 trading platform. This expanded offering
includes stocks from the Russell 2000 and S&P 500 indices, offering trading
opportunities in trending sectors, such as artificial intelligence, robotics,
and renewable energy.
"Our
massive expansion of stock CFDs provides a more diverse array of stocks for our
clients to trade as well as much greater choice," Laurence Crosby, the
Head of Exchange Listed Products at Equiti, commented. "This milestone
reinforces our commitment to delivering unparalleled trading experiences backed
by robust technology and our 24/6 client support is available in nine
languages."
Forex4you Celebrates 16 Years in the Industry
Forex4you
Forex4you,
an established online broker, has announced a series of new developments
designed to enhance its clients' trading experience, marking its 16th
anniversary. The latest updates include partner programs, expanded trading
instruments, and promotions.
Forex4you
has introduced a new account type, the Classic Standard, aligning with
industry trends and providing clients with access to over 120 trading
instruments with zero commission. The broker has renamed existing accounts to
simplify the selection process, particularly for novice traders. Furthermore,
over 50 new instruments, including popular cryptocurrencies, natural gas, and
US stocks, have been added for Classic Pro traders.
Bitcoin Equities ETF
Debuts on Euronext Amsterdam
Melanion
Capital, a French investment firm, has launched a new equities ETF on the
Euronext Amsterdam Stock Exchange. This Bitcoin Equities ETF, known as BTC NA,
offers investors exposure to a selection of European and American stocks that
are strongly correlated with the market price of Bitcoin. The new ETF
represents an equities-based approach to investing in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
NZX Names Anna Scott as
Smartshares Chief Executive
NZX, New
Zealand's stock exchange, has appointed Anna Scott as the new Chief Executive of Smartshares Limited.
Scott, who
was previously the Chief Operating Officer at Hobson Wealth, a private wealth
advisory group based in Auckland, brings strong operational skills to her new
role. NZX believes that Scott's expertise will be instrumental in driving
growth for Smartshares3.
Crédit Agricole Obtains
Crypto Registration in France
CACEIS, the
asset servicing branch of banking giants Crédit Agricole and Santander, has
secured a crypto custody registration from France's Financial Markets Authority
(AMF). CACEIS Bank joins other traditional finance firms, such as Societe
Generale's Forge and AXA Investment Managers, that are recognized under one of
Europe's most advanced crypto regulatory frameworks.
This move
comes as the European Union is preparing to implement new crypto licensing
rules known as MiCA in 2024.
ASIC Heavily Penalizes Securities Firm
The Australian financial market regulator, ASIC, has imposed a monetary penalty of AU$333,000 on Morrison Securities Pty Ltd to comply with an infringement notice. The company has already paid the penalty brought by the regulator’s Markets Disciplinary Panel.
Announced today (Thursday), the securities firm has violated a section of the ASIC Market Integrity Rules six times that mandate fair and orderly operations. The violations resulted in “significant price variations in the securities that were unreasonable in the circumstances and were not caused by ordinary market events,” the regulator highlighted.
“The MDP characterized Morrison’s conduct as at the high end of ‘careless’,” ASIC stated.
TradingView Adds Data from Dhaka Stock Exchange
TradingView has expanded its market data feed with the latest addition to its resources of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), one of the two exchanges in Bangladesh. Through this, TradingView customers can access all DSE stocks, indices, and bonds.
“We believe the new data will bring new ideas and opportunities to your market research,” TradingView added.
DSE data on TradingView
HKEX Opens New York Office
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) opened a new Office in New York. This was released six months after its announcement, Finance Magnates earlier reported. The new office is located at 1270 Avenue of Americas and will be led by Roger McAvoy, the Managing Director and Head of Business Development in North America.
Under the new office, HKEX will support its North American clients by offering enhanced access to information on Asia’s capital markets.
“There is immense appetite for better insight and access to Asia capital markets in the US, and in opening up an HKEX office in New York, we can better align with our clients’ interests and ambitions,” McAvoy said.
GTC Names New Chief Analyst
Dubai-based Global Trade Capital (GTC) has onboarded Jameel Ahmad as the Chief Analyst and also the Advisor to the CEO. The company is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission and offers trading services.
Ahmad previously worked for several other top forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) brands. Most recently, he was Alpari’s Chief Investment Strategist for MENA, which is a role he held for only five months. He was also a Director of Investment Strategy at NAGA for ten months. Prior to that, he spent six years at ForexTime, parting as its Global Head of Currency Strategy & Market Research.
Banks Are Filing for Crypto Trademarks
HSBC and Mastercard have submitted the rights for additional crypto-related trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Mastercard’s trademarks are related to crypto and blockchain transactions, while HSBC seeks approval around metaverse banking and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) services.
Virtu Financial
Unveils New Tool for Automated Block Trading
Virtu Financial
has launched a new tool that enables traders to automate workflows, source
incremental non-displayed liquidity, and complete orders faster, the company
announced today (Thursday). The new tool dubbed Alert+ is in response to a rise in non-displayed liquidity.
Alert+ is available on POSIT Alert and provides automated routing to Virtu Financial's Covert execution algorithm to seek non-displayed liquidity. According to the company, POSIT Alert enables clients to connect with block liquidity opportunities in 38 countries.
Equiti Boosts Trading
Portfolio
Equiti, an online
trading services provider, has broadened its portfolio by adding over 1500 new
stocks and ETF CFDs to its MT5 trading platform. This expanded offering
includes stocks from the Russell 2000 and S&P 500 indices, offering trading
opportunities in trending sectors, such as artificial intelligence, robotics,
and renewable energy.
"Our
massive expansion of stock CFDs provides a more diverse array of stocks for our
clients to trade as well as much greater choice," Laurence Crosby, the
Head of Exchange Listed Products at Equiti, commented. "This milestone
reinforces our commitment to delivering unparalleled trading experiences backed
by robust technology and our 24/6 client support is available in nine
languages."
Forex4you Celebrates 16 Years in the Industry
Forex4you
Forex4you,
an established online broker, has announced a series of new developments
designed to enhance its clients' trading experience, marking its 16th
anniversary. The latest updates include partner programs, expanded trading
instruments, and promotions.
Forex4you
has introduced a new account type, the Classic Standard, aligning with
industry trends and providing clients with access to over 120 trading
instruments with zero commission. The broker has renamed existing accounts to
simplify the selection process, particularly for novice traders. Furthermore,
over 50 new instruments, including popular cryptocurrencies, natural gas, and
US stocks, have been added for Classic Pro traders.
Bitcoin Equities ETF
Debuts on Euronext Amsterdam
Melanion
Capital, a French investment firm, has launched a new equities ETF on the
Euronext Amsterdam Stock Exchange. This Bitcoin Equities ETF, known as BTC NA,
offers investors exposure to a selection of European and American stocks that
are strongly correlated with the market price of Bitcoin. The new ETF
represents an equities-based approach to investing in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
NZX Names Anna Scott as
Smartshares Chief Executive
NZX, New
Zealand's stock exchange, has appointed Anna Scott as the new Chief Executive of Smartshares Limited.
Scott, who
was previously the Chief Operating Officer at Hobson Wealth, a private wealth
advisory group based in Auckland, brings strong operational skills to her new
role. NZX believes that Scott's expertise will be instrumental in driving
growth for Smartshares3.
Crédit Agricole Obtains
Crypto Registration in France
CACEIS, the
asset servicing branch of banking giants Crédit Agricole and Santander, has
secured a crypto custody registration from France's Financial Markets Authority
(AMF). CACEIS Bank joins other traditional finance firms, such as Societe
Generale's Forge and AXA Investment Managers, that are recognized under one of
Europe's most advanced crypto regulatory frameworks.
This move
comes as the European Union is preparing to implement new crypto licensing
rules known as MiCA in 2024.
ASIC Heavily Penalizes Securities Firm
The Australian financial market regulator, ASIC, has imposed a monetary penalty of AU$333,000 on Morrison Securities Pty Ltd to comply with an infringement notice. The company has already paid the penalty brought by the regulator’s Markets Disciplinary Panel.
Announced today (Thursday), the securities firm has violated a section of the ASIC Market Integrity Rules six times that mandate fair and orderly operations. The violations resulted in “significant price variations in the securities that were unreasonable in the circumstances and were not caused by ordinary market events,” the regulator highlighted.
“The MDP characterized Morrison’s conduct as at the high end of ‘careless’,” ASIC stated.
TradingView Adds Data from Dhaka Stock Exchange
TradingView has expanded its market data feed with the latest addition to its resources of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), one of the two exchanges in Bangladesh. Through this, TradingView customers can access all DSE stocks, indices, and bonds.
“We believe the new data will bring new ideas and opportunities to your market research,” TradingView added.
DSE data on TradingView
HKEX Opens New York Office
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) opened a new Office in New York. This was released six months after its announcement, Finance Magnates earlier reported. The new office is located at 1270 Avenue of Americas and will be led by Roger McAvoy, the Managing Director and Head of Business Development in North America.
Under the new office, HKEX will support its North American clients by offering enhanced access to information on Asia’s capital markets.
“There is immense appetite for better insight and access to Asia capital markets in the US, and in opening up an HKEX office in New York, we can better align with our clients’ interests and ambitions,” McAvoy said.
GTC Names New Chief Analyst
Dubai-based Global Trade Capital (GTC) has onboarded Jameel Ahmad as the Chief Analyst and also the Advisor to the CEO. The company is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission and offers trading services.
Ahmad previously worked for several other top forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) brands. Most recently, he was Alpari’s Chief Investment Strategist for MENA, which is a role he held for only five months. He was also a Director of Investment Strategy at NAGA for ten months. Prior to that, he spent six years at ForexTime, parting as its Global Head of Currency Strategy & Market Research.
Banks Are Filing for Crypto Trademarks
HSBC and Mastercard have submitted the rights for additional crypto-related trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Mastercard’s trademarks are related to crypto and blockchain transactions, while HSBC seeks approval around metaverse banking and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) services.
Former Airsoft CEO Faces Trial in Germany for Offering Tech to Forex Frauds
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
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
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
