What CFD Brokers Must Know Now About 2026 Regulations and Digital Accessibility
The July edition of the Finance Magnates Compliance Report has been released at a crucial moment for brokers, fintech companies, and financial service providers operating internationally. As global compliance regulations continue to evolve, our latest report highlights two pressing issues that could significantly impact your business before the end of the year.
📌 ASIC’s 2026 Qualification Deadline: Time to Get Adviser Records in Shape
If you are a CFD broker licensed under Australia’s AFS framework, it is essential to take note now. ASIC is implementing new education and qualification requirements for advisers, with a firm deadline set for January 2026. In this report, we explain what these changes entail, how to audit your records properly, and the risk areas that you cannot afford to overlook. Waiting until 2026 to address these issues is not an option.
📌 The EU Accessibility Act: Digital Compliance Goes Beyond the Basics
Accessibility is no longer just a tech feature; it’s a legal requirement. The European Union’s Accessibility Act (EAA) brings a new set of rules for fintech and trading platforms operating in or targeting the EU. Our report explains how to make your online platforms compliant, what the law expects from user journeys, and why this matters beyond avoiding penalties. From login screens to payment pages, every customer touchpoint must now be accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
🔎 Insight from France: AMF’s Survey Offers a Wake-Up Call
This month’s “Spotlight On” section features a survey from France’s AMF that looks closely at how trading platforms are failing users. Key problems include poor risk warnings, hidden fees, and limited accessibility, especially on CFD platforms. If you’re looking to build trust and stay compliant in the French market, this part of the report is a must-read.
Who Should Read This Compliance Report?
This report is invaluable for anyone involved in compliance or risk management within their organisation. Whether you are part of a compliance team, a legal advisor, or a business leader in the Financial Industry, the information provided will enhance your understanding of the current situation and help you make more informed decisions.
The July edition of the Finance Magnates Compliance Report has been released at a crucial moment for brokers, fintech companies, and financial service providers operating internationally. As global compliance regulations continue to evolve, our latest report highlights two pressing issues that could significantly impact your business before the end of the year.
📌 ASIC’s 2026 Qualification Deadline: Time to Get Adviser Records in Shape
If you are a CFD broker licensed under Australia’s AFS framework, it is essential to take note now. ASIC is implementing new education and qualification requirements for advisers, with a firm deadline set for January 2026. In this report, we explain what these changes entail, how to audit your records properly, and the risk areas that you cannot afford to overlook. Waiting until 2026 to address these issues is not an option.
📌 The EU Accessibility Act: Digital Compliance Goes Beyond the Basics
Accessibility is no longer just a tech feature; it’s a legal requirement. The European Union’s Accessibility Act (EAA) brings a new set of rules for fintech and trading platforms operating in or targeting the EU. Our report explains how to make your online platforms compliant, what the law expects from user journeys, and why this matters beyond avoiding penalties. From login screens to payment pages, every customer touchpoint must now be accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
🔎 Insight from France: AMF’s Survey Offers a Wake-Up Call
This month’s “Spotlight On” section features a survey from France’s AMF that looks closely at how trading platforms are failing users. Key problems include poor risk warnings, hidden fees, and limited accessibility, especially on CFD platforms. If you’re looking to build trust and stay compliant in the French market, this part of the report is a must-read.
Who Should Read This Compliance Report?
This report is invaluable for anyone involved in compliance or risk management within their organisation. Whether you are part of a compliance team, a legal advisor, or a business leader in the Financial Industry, the information provided will enhance your understanding of the current situation and help you make more informed decisions.
Bitget Hits $6 Billion in CFDs as Investors Increase Activity Across Multi-Asset and Tokenized Products
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
