According to a report by LMAX Group, both EUR/USD and BTC/USD exhibit significant volatility following key events.
Cryptocurrency markets reportedly react as quickly as traditional FX markets, with BTC/USD showing faster and more volatile price movements.
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One key aspect of market efficiency is its ability to react instantly to major events, particularly in cryptocurrency and foreign exchange (FX).
Whether it's a sudden tariff announcement or a tweet
from a high-profile political figure, these markets adjust in real-time, often
showing remarkable similarities in their speed and depth.
This is according to a recent study by LMAX Group, dubbed Millisecond Reactions to Market Shocks, which highlighted how quickly markets respond to major global events. The report compared the real-time movements of cryptocurrency and FX
markets.
BTC/USD and EUR/USD
Key events such as Federal Reserve rate decisions,
political announcements, and even fake news headlines have demonstrated how
both markets can react almost instantaneously, with moves often measured in
milliseconds.
“Our previous report in November 2024 highlighted the pace
at which FX markets—the most liquid market in the world—price in key
information immediately following US macroeconomic data releases,” commented Bilal Hafeez, the CEO and Head of
Research at MacroHive, and the co-author of the report.
“Our latest findings show BTC’s correlation to FX
markets, the depth of markets even around political events like Trump’s social
media posts. The results emphasise the need for traders to have access to
high-frequency data and liquidity, commented Bilal Hafeez, the CEO and Head of
Research at MacroHive, and the co-author of the report.
Bilal Hafeez, Source: LinkedIn
For instance, examining price fluctuations just
seconds after a Fed decision or a political tweet shows a significant portion
of the market’s price action, often allowing for predictive insights that can
inform future trades.
An in-depth look at the Fed's rate decisions reveals
that both BTC/USD and EUR/USD markets respond almost immediately after the
announcement.
The report pointed out that while both markets exhibit similar patterns of initial reaction, their volatility levels differ. Cryptocurrencies
like Bitcoin tend to experience higher volatility compared to traditional FX
pairs like EUR/USD.
This distinction highlights the different nature of
these asset classes: while broader economic indicators influence FX markets, crypto markets are often more sensitive to sentiment and news,
leading to larger price swings.
Political events, particularly those linked to the
actions of influential figures like US President Donald Trump, have a profound
effect on markets. One such instance was Trump's announcement on February 3,
2025, about pausing tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
"Clients are increasingly relying on quality data to drive
trading decisions across asset classes. We have leveraged on MacroHive’s
ability to analyse the markets to jointly release this report to offer unique
and predictive insights on the markets using millisecond LMAX Group FX and
cryptocurrency order book data,” added Arun Sundaram, the Head of Market Data,
LMAX Group, also a co-author in the report.
This kind of market movement highlights the level of
sensitivity in crypto markets to breaking news, even when the information later
proves to be false.
One key aspect of market efficiency is its ability to react instantly to major events, particularly in cryptocurrency and foreign exchange (FX).
Whether it's a sudden tariff announcement or a tweet
from a high-profile political figure, these markets adjust in real-time, often
showing remarkable similarities in their speed and depth.
This is according to a recent study by LMAX Group, dubbed Millisecond Reactions to Market Shocks, which highlighted how quickly markets respond to major global events. The report compared the real-time movements of cryptocurrency and FX
markets.
BTC/USD and EUR/USD
Key events such as Federal Reserve rate decisions,
political announcements, and even fake news headlines have demonstrated how
both markets can react almost instantaneously, with moves often measured in
milliseconds.
“Our previous report in November 2024 highlighted the pace
at which FX markets—the most liquid market in the world—price in key
information immediately following US macroeconomic data releases,” commented Bilal Hafeez, the CEO and Head of
Research at MacroHive, and the co-author of the report.
“Our latest findings show BTC’s correlation to FX
markets, the depth of markets even around political events like Trump’s social
media posts. The results emphasise the need for traders to have access to
high-frequency data and liquidity, commented Bilal Hafeez, the CEO and Head of
Research at MacroHive, and the co-author of the report.
Bilal Hafeez, Source: LinkedIn
For instance, examining price fluctuations just
seconds after a Fed decision or a political tweet shows a significant portion
of the market’s price action, often allowing for predictive insights that can
inform future trades.
An in-depth look at the Fed's rate decisions reveals
that both BTC/USD and EUR/USD markets respond almost immediately after the
announcement.
The report pointed out that while both markets exhibit similar patterns of initial reaction, their volatility levels differ. Cryptocurrencies
like Bitcoin tend to experience higher volatility compared to traditional FX
pairs like EUR/USD.
This distinction highlights the different nature of
these asset classes: while broader economic indicators influence FX markets, crypto markets are often more sensitive to sentiment and news,
leading to larger price swings.
Political events, particularly those linked to the
actions of influential figures like US President Donald Trump, have a profound
effect on markets. One such instance was Trump's announcement on February 3,
2025, about pausing tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
"Clients are increasingly relying on quality data to drive
trading decisions across asset classes. We have leveraged on MacroHive’s
ability to analyse the markets to jointly release this report to offer unique
and predictive insights on the markets using millisecond LMAX Group FX and
cryptocurrency order book data,” added Arun Sundaram, the Head of Market Data,
LMAX Group, also a co-author in the report.
This kind of market movement highlights the level of
sensitivity in crypto markets to breaking news, even when the information later
proves to be false.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
Connect with us:
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
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Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
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Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
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