Also, LiteFinance redesigns its homepage; cTrader releases a new mobile app.
Read today's FX/CFDs, crypto and fintech sectors' dynamic news.
BitPay Enable
Users to Pay Bills with Crypto
BitPay has launched
a new service that allows users to pay their bills using cryptocurrencies. The
Bitcoin and crypto payments service provider said with the new service; users
can pay their bills directly from the BitPay app.
Commenting on the service, BitPay's CEO, Stephen Pair, said: "Paying everyday bills without a
bank account is a monumental step for the crypto and unbanked community. BitPay customers are
some of the most prominent crypto spenders in the world, so we believe this
will be a game-changing solution for both crypto users and service providers."
Panda Trading
Systems Integrates AI for Online Brokers
The technology
company providing services for online brokerage companies, Panda Trading
Systems, has integrated Artificial
Intelligence (AI) into its solutions. Among the services offered by the company is
an AI-enabled document verification module for customer relationship management
services.
Additionally,
the firm has unveiled an AI-powered marketing campaign module for Panda CRM.
This service enables the development and
personalization of messages for customers.
Circle Unveils
Web 3 Wallets for Developers
The stablecoin
issuer Circle has
launched digital wallets for Web 3 developers. The new platforms provide
developers across the globe with technical infrastructure to create online
wallets for their users. Additionally, the wallet supports non-fungible tokens
(NFTs).
Jeremy Allaire,
the CEO and Co-Founder of Circle, said: "Circle's programmable wallets are
part of a new, core pillar of our strategy to advance global, mainstream
utility and the adoption of digital assets like USDC and public blockchain
payments."
Barclays Names
James Edmonds as Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance
Barclays has
appointed James Edmonds as the Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance under
the bank's Corporate and Investments Banking division. Edmonds will be based in
New York and report to the Global Co-Heads of Capital Markets, Travis Barnes
and Tom Johnson.
According to a
statement issued by Barclays,
Edmonds will forge collaborations in project financing. Previously, he served as the Head of Real Assets Finance for the Americas at HSBC.
Tradeweb and LSEG's FXall
Introduce FX Swap Workflow
Tradeweb
Markets Inc. in collaboration with LSEG's FXall platform for global currency
products has unveiled an innovative FX Swap Workflow. This digital solution
aims to streamline the trading process in local currency, emerging markets
bonds and FX swaps, offering users greater transparency and efficiency.
"Facilitating
the connection of our EM bond marketplace with FXall's liquidity pool provides
buy-side traders with access to enhanced and efficient local currency EM
trading workflows," Enrico Bruni, the Head of Europe and Asia Business at Tradeweb,
commented.
"Clients
trading EM products can now take advantage of markets that are increasingly
interlinked, while also benefitting from seamless execution and STP. This
latest innovation underpins our commitment to creating solutions that cater to
the needs of our EM clients, and help them move risk more efficiently,"
Bruni added.
Hiroaki Nagakura Has Become Head of 26
Degrees Prime Services
Hiroaki Nagakura
26 Degrees
Global Markets welcomes Hiroaki Nagakura as Japan's new Head of Prime
Services. Nagakura, a veteran in the FX industry with over 30 years of
experience, was previously at Rakuten Securities Inc.
The CEO, Gavin
White expressed excitement over Nagakura's appointment and its potential for
the company's future endeavors.
"With
such deep experience in multiple senior roles at some of the largest brokerages
globally, we are very excited to welcome Nagakura-San to the team. 26 Degrees
Global Markets' ability to attract top talent such as Nagakura-San speaks
volumes to the growth we have experienced over the past decade, and the great
opportunities that lie ahead for our powerhouse team, one of those being the
Japanese brokerage market," White added.
LiteFinance's Homepage
Redesign
LiteFinance
has unveiled a refreshed look for its homepage aimed at enhancing user experience.
The team plans on improving the website to ensure its timeliness and
efficiency in addressing client needs.
A
screenshot of the revamped homepage is available below:
Source: LiteFinance
cTrader Mobile 4.7 Release
Highlights
cTrader
Mobile has released its 4.7 version, featuring a dark theme for Android users
and several improvements to its cTrader Copy functionality. The update provides
detailed information on open and closed positions and offers enhanced insights
into different copy strategies. Users can download this updated version from
their respective app stores.
Source: cTrader
FCA Warns against
GRANDFXOPTION
The
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned against GRANDFXOPTION. According to
the financial market watchdog, the company may be offering financial services
without proper authorization.
Those
interacting with the firm will not have access to the Financial Ombudsman
Service for complaints. It is important to be cautious, as unauthorized firms
can provide false contact details and appear legitimate by mimicking other
entities.
Source: FCA
ASL and Finastra
Strengthen Fintech Presence in Hong Kong
Automated
Systems Holdings Limited (ASL) has entered into an exclusive partnership with
global financial software provider, Finastra. ASL is now the sole service
provider of Finastra's Kondor solution in Hong Kong and Macau. This alliance is
set to solidify ASL's position in the fintech sector, capitalizing on pro-fintech
policies and strategies in the region.
"Industry
focus has been a pivotal business strategy for ASL. This partnership not only
enhances our unified service in the fintech sector but also lays a solid
foundation for providing industry-as-a-service," Wang Yueou, the Executive
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Automated Systems Holdings Limited, commented.
UBS's Strategic Retention
of Credit Suisse Bankers
Reuters
UBS Group
AG is capitalizing on its takeover of Credit Suisse by retaining 12 of its
bankers to spearhead its global banking endeavors in the Americas. This move is
expected to help UBS intensify its competition with Wall Street rivals,
leveraging Credit Suisse's longstanding history and influence in the US.
Vienna Stock Exchange Data
on TradingView
TradingView
has added the Vienna Stock Exchange to its list of data providers. With a
history spanning over 250 years, the exchange continues to be a significant
player, offering a myriad of financial instruments and supporting several
European exchanges.
"Data
from the Vienna Stock Exchange is accessible on TradingView: open the symbol
search, type in the 'VIE:' prefix, and see all the stocks, indices, funds,
bonds, depositary receipts, and warrants available for analysis," the
company stated in the press release.
BitPay Enable
Users to Pay Bills with Crypto
BitPay has launched
a new service that allows users to pay their bills using cryptocurrencies. The
Bitcoin and crypto payments service provider said with the new service; users
can pay their bills directly from the BitPay app.
Commenting on the service, BitPay's CEO, Stephen Pair, said: "Paying everyday bills without a
bank account is a monumental step for the crypto and unbanked community. BitPay customers are
some of the most prominent crypto spenders in the world, so we believe this
will be a game-changing solution for both crypto users and service providers."
Panda Trading
Systems Integrates AI for Online Brokers
The technology
company providing services for online brokerage companies, Panda Trading
Systems, has integrated Artificial
Intelligence (AI) into its solutions. Among the services offered by the company is
an AI-enabled document verification module for customer relationship management
services.
Additionally,
the firm has unveiled an AI-powered marketing campaign module for Panda CRM.
This service enables the development and
personalization of messages for customers.
Circle Unveils
Web 3 Wallets for Developers
The stablecoin
issuer Circle has
launched digital wallets for Web 3 developers. The new platforms provide
developers across the globe with technical infrastructure to create online
wallets for their users. Additionally, the wallet supports non-fungible tokens
(NFTs).
Jeremy Allaire,
the CEO and Co-Founder of Circle, said: "Circle's programmable wallets are
part of a new, core pillar of our strategy to advance global, mainstream
utility and the adoption of digital assets like USDC and public blockchain
payments."
Barclays Names
James Edmonds as Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance
Barclays has
appointed James Edmonds as the Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance under
the bank's Corporate and Investments Banking division. Edmonds will be based in
New York and report to the Global Co-Heads of Capital Markets, Travis Barnes
and Tom Johnson.
According to a
statement issued by Barclays,
Edmonds will forge collaborations in project financing. Previously, he served as the Head of Real Assets Finance for the Americas at HSBC.
Tradeweb and LSEG's FXall
Introduce FX Swap Workflow
Tradeweb
Markets Inc. in collaboration with LSEG's FXall platform for global currency
products has unveiled an innovative FX Swap Workflow. This digital solution
aims to streamline the trading process in local currency, emerging markets
bonds and FX swaps, offering users greater transparency and efficiency.
"Facilitating
the connection of our EM bond marketplace with FXall's liquidity pool provides
buy-side traders with access to enhanced and efficient local currency EM
trading workflows," Enrico Bruni, the Head of Europe and Asia Business at Tradeweb,
commented.
"Clients
trading EM products can now take advantage of markets that are increasingly
interlinked, while also benefitting from seamless execution and STP. This
latest innovation underpins our commitment to creating solutions that cater to
the needs of our EM clients, and help them move risk more efficiently,"
Bruni added.
Hiroaki Nagakura Has Become Head of 26
Degrees Prime Services
Hiroaki Nagakura
26 Degrees
Global Markets welcomes Hiroaki Nagakura as Japan's new Head of Prime
Services. Nagakura, a veteran in the FX industry with over 30 years of
experience, was previously at Rakuten Securities Inc.
The CEO, Gavin
White expressed excitement over Nagakura's appointment and its potential for
the company's future endeavors.
"With
such deep experience in multiple senior roles at some of the largest brokerages
globally, we are very excited to welcome Nagakura-San to the team. 26 Degrees
Global Markets' ability to attract top talent such as Nagakura-San speaks
volumes to the growth we have experienced over the past decade, and the great
opportunities that lie ahead for our powerhouse team, one of those being the
Japanese brokerage market," White added.
LiteFinance's Homepage
Redesign
LiteFinance
has unveiled a refreshed look for its homepage aimed at enhancing user experience.
The team plans on improving the website to ensure its timeliness and
efficiency in addressing client needs.
A
screenshot of the revamped homepage is available below:
Source: LiteFinance
cTrader Mobile 4.7 Release
Highlights
cTrader
Mobile has released its 4.7 version, featuring a dark theme for Android users
and several improvements to its cTrader Copy functionality. The update provides
detailed information on open and closed positions and offers enhanced insights
into different copy strategies. Users can download this updated version from
their respective app stores.
Source: cTrader
FCA Warns against
GRANDFXOPTION
The
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned against GRANDFXOPTION. According to
the financial market watchdog, the company may be offering financial services
without proper authorization.
Those
interacting with the firm will not have access to the Financial Ombudsman
Service for complaints. It is important to be cautious, as unauthorized firms
can provide false contact details and appear legitimate by mimicking other
entities.
Source: FCA
ASL and Finastra
Strengthen Fintech Presence in Hong Kong
Automated
Systems Holdings Limited (ASL) has entered into an exclusive partnership with
global financial software provider, Finastra. ASL is now the sole service
provider of Finastra's Kondor solution in Hong Kong and Macau. This alliance is
set to solidify ASL's position in the fintech sector, capitalizing on pro-fintech
policies and strategies in the region.
"Industry
focus has been a pivotal business strategy for ASL. This partnership not only
enhances our unified service in the fintech sector but also lays a solid
foundation for providing industry-as-a-service," Wang Yueou, the Executive
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Automated Systems Holdings Limited, commented.
UBS's Strategic Retention
of Credit Suisse Bankers
Reuters
UBS Group
AG is capitalizing on its takeover of Credit Suisse by retaining 12 of its
bankers to spearhead its global banking endeavors in the Americas. This move is
expected to help UBS intensify its competition with Wall Street rivals,
leveraging Credit Suisse's longstanding history and influence in the US.
Vienna Stock Exchange Data
on TradingView
TradingView
has added the Vienna Stock Exchange to its list of data providers. With a
history spanning over 250 years, the exchange continues to be a significant
player, offering a myriad of financial instruments and supporting several
European exchanges.
"Data
from the Vienna Stock Exchange is accessible on TradingView: open the symbol
search, type in the 'VIE:' prefix, and see all the stocks, indices, funds,
bonds, depositary receipts, and warrants available for analysis," the
company stated in the press release.
ING Bank Securities in Poland Plans Investment Retirement Account Push to Challenge XTB Dominance
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
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