retail FX
“Little Margin for Error”: Firms See MAS Enforcement as Market-Wide Lesson
- Industry seeks predictability: clear compliance thresholds, faster licensing, harmonised rules, and playbooks for emerging digital assets.
- Consultation and stakeholder feedback “remain central” to MAS policy and rule implementation.
Thursday, 29/01/2026 | 05:44 GMT by
Paul Golden
eToro Brings 24/5 Trading to Selected Smart Portfolios, Including BigTech and Magnificent-7
- Recurring copy feature allows automatic investments for eligible Smart Portfolios.
- The firm also extends trading hours to Four-Horsemen and Buybacks Smart Portfolios.
Wednesday, 28/01/2026 | 10:05 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
RoboMarkets Executives Exit Post-Soviet Projects, Sell Their Stakes
- Konstantin Rashap stepped down as Chief Business Officer of the CySEC-regulated entity, according to Finance Magnates RU.
- Yaroslav Karpovich joined Robo group in 2015, contributing to regional expansion and media activities.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 15:44 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Markets.com Names New Head of Compliance After eToro and FOREX.com Stints
- Giorgos Stylianou also brings retail market experience from previous roles at LCG, Shares, and EXCA Prime.
- The firm’s Cyprus entity recently appointed Andreas Kyriacou as CEO and Managing Director.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 10:16 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Retail Traders to Access a Single Platform as Trade Nation Brings TD365 Under Its Brand
- Regulatory status remains unchanged; the company keeps FCA and other international licences.
- The company recently appointed a Chief Marketing Officer, Managing Director, and Chief Executive Officer.
Monday, 26/01/2026 | 11:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
As SGX FX Expands Its Network, ADSS Joins to Increase Its EMEA FX Reach
- The broker joins SGX FX as a market maker and buy-side participant in EMEA FX.
- Meanwhile, BBVA, a Spanish bank, partners with SGX FX to provide Latin American currency pricing via the NY4 engine.
Monday, 26/01/2026 | 09:50 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Former FXTRADING.com and Ditto CEO Launches Platform Addressing Trading Biases
- Michael Berman previously founded Signal2Noise, a research portal focused on global macro markets.
- Ditto Trade acquired by FXTRADING.com in 2022 offering multi-asset copy-trading.
Wednesday, 21/01/2026 | 10:11 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
ATFX MENA Ex-Marketing Head Returns to MultiBank as Chief of Business Operations
- Johny Giacaman’s past roles include MultiBank CMO and Shock Middle East CEO.
- The firm recently hired a Chief Product and Growth Officer amid Middle East leadership adjustments.
Tuesday, 20/01/2026 | 16:37 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Retail Investors in Singapore Gain US$10 Access to US Stocks through Trust Bank and Saxo
- Since November last year, 10K Trust App users joined; 45% have made fractional trades.
- Saxo has launched standalone margin accounts, letting Singapore traders separate leveraged positions.
Tuesday, 20/01/2026 | 13:22 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Rakuten Securities Adds Pre-Market, After-Hours US Trading and Beginner Margin Service
- 24X US Holdings investment supports near-24-hour trading access for Japanese investors.
- The company’s Raku-Raku Shinbin is a “beginner-friendly”, “risk-reduced” margin trading service.
Tuesday, 20/01/2026 | 10:46 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
22% of UK Traders Expect Poor Market Performance This Year Eyeing US and Asia Instead
- Autumn Budget and taxes weigh on UK investor sentiment, CMC survey finds.
- 43% of respondents predict the US as the top 2026 market, followed by the Far East at 26%, and Japan at 11%.
Monday, 19/01/2026 | 11:01 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Following Profit Cuts and Trading Limits, Prop Firm FundingTicks Begins Winding Down
- CEO previously said over US$220M paid out, defending FundingTicks amid backlash over profit cuts and limits.
- In 2024, the prop trading industry saw 80–100 closures, falling pass rates, and market consolidation.
Monday, 19/01/2026 | 09:41 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Nexo Joins Audi Revolut F1 Team as Digital Asset Partner Following CFD Expansion
- Nexo provides access to forex, commodities, stock indices CFDs with leverage via MetaTrader 5.
- Partnership enables global fan engagement through digital-first experiences, education, and “exclusive” content.
Friday, 16/01/2026 | 12:29 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Interactive Brokers Clients Can Begin Trading Within “Minutes” By Depositing Stablecoins
- USDC funding automatically converts to dollars; RLUSD and PYUSD support coming next week.
- Stablecoin deposits let traders access 170 markets quickly, with no deposit fees charged by brokers.
Thursday, 15/01/2026 | 16:06 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Trade Nation Adds New CMO as Former IG Executives Shape Its Leadership Team
- Philippe Capelle previously served as Chief Marketing Officer at crypto payments firm Wirex.
- The firm’s UK arm revenue rises to £21.7 million, reversing previous gross and operating losses.
Wednesday, 14/01/2026 | 10:11 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Saxo and Etihad Deal to Bring Professional Portfolios to Retail Investors in UAE, GCC
- Model Manager rollout set for early this year, including thematic, fixed-income and multi-asset strategies.
- Saxo Bank serves 1.5 million clients, with assets of DKK 800 billion.
Tuesday, 13/01/2026 | 13:15 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
OneRoyal Taps Former Tickmill and Doo Prime Executive as Chief Marketing Officer
- Marilena Iakovou served as Group Chief Marketing Officer at Tickmill for four years.
- Recently, the firm promoted Dominic Poynter to CCO, having served as Head of Marketing.
Tuesday, 13/01/2026 | 10:11 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Former IG and OvalX Executive Takes CEO Role at Savings Platform
- Arman Tahmassebi takes a leadership role at Flagstone after serving as IG operations head and OvalX CEO.
- OvalX, formerly ETX Capital, closed in 2023, offering clients transfer options to Capital.com.
Monday, 12/01/2026 | 12:23 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CFI Becomes “First Investment Platform” in Bahrain to Use eKey for Biometric Onboarding
- The system uses 3D facial biometrics instead of passwords or one-time passcodes.
- The group’s Q3 2025 trading reached USD 1.55 trillion, with September accounting for USD 625 billion.
Monday, 12/01/2026 | 10:19 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“It’s All the Questions About Our Future”: IBKR Founder Notes 49.5% Make Money in Prediction Markets
- Thomas Peterffy said, “options can go to zero too,” arguing prediction markets are not just betting tools.
- Regulation is needed to prevent manipulation and prohibit war or military-related questions.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 16:40 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Multi Asset Broker XTB Launches American Style Options Under CySEC Supervision
- Options have been gaining popularity in the US, and the trend is “spreading to Europe.”
- The firm has operated internationally since 2002 and was listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange in 2016.
Friday, 09/01/2026 | 12:20 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
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