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CFD Traders in UAE Gain Direct Access to DFM and ADX via Daman Markets
- The broker introduced AED-based accounts enabling UAE traders to trade without conversion fees.
- Recently, the firm signed a sponsorship deal with Dubai Racing Club as Official Event Partner.
Monday, 21/07/2025 | 10:37 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
FSA Seychelles Licences WeTrade; CySEC Authorised It Earlier This Year
- The firm joins ICM.com, Trade Nation and Moneta Markets as FSA licensed brokers.
- The company also holds regulatory approvals in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Australia, and Malaysia.
Friday, 18/07/2025 | 14:58 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
cTrader Brings Cloud Based Algo Trading and Risk Controls to Swiss CFD Traders
- Clients gain new cTrader features: open API, automation, and Level II pricing data.
- Meanwhile, TeamForce Technologies integrated its CRM system and mobile apps with cTrader platform.
Thursday, 17/07/2025 | 16:32 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“Regulation in Africa Is Erratic; the Middle East’s Is Clearer,” FMAS:25 Panel Reveals
- Futures provide transparency, but Africa lacks providers due to margins and low market awareness.
- “Do We Have Demand for Futures in Africa? Highly Questionable,” Panel of Futures and the Future of Multi-Asset Trading Acknowledges.
Wednesday, 16/07/2025 | 16:45 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Brokers Face the Future: Event Contracts, Data Rules, and UK Retail Shake-Up
- Event contracts are gaining massive popularity. However, Paul Golden weighs in on how regulators perceive this new instrument.
- He also explores Europe's push to provide traders with more access to their data and the UK's push to move retail money.
Wednesday, 16/07/2025 | 12:36 GMT by
Paul Golden
“Prop Trading Rules Aren’t to Trap but to Protect Capital”: FMAS:25 Panel Dissects Growing Sector
- The panel stressed that running a prop firm is as complex as managing a brokerage.
- Discord and other social media platforms help support accountability where formal prop trading regulation is lacking.
Tuesday, 15/07/2025 | 13:03 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“Use Tech, but Keep the Human Element”: Octa Analyst at FMAS:25 Highlights AI Limits in Trading
- With 82% of South African traders scammed, Mj Givens Kgasi called for mentorship, regulation, and integrity.
- He emphasized education and preparation as CFD markets face lasting volatility and rising retail participation.
Monday, 14/07/2025 | 15:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
FCA Applies New Tech to Handle 3,200% More Financial Promotions Reviewed in Three Years
- The regulator removes over 50 apps, including from Google Play, and suspends 1,600 websites.
- Over 1,500 firms had their authorisations cancelled, a 20% rise from 2023.
Thursday, 10/07/2025 | 15:21 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CySEC Lowers Deposit Limit Before ID Check: Will It Impact CFD Brokers’ Client Onboarding?
- Firms must verify clients within 15 days or terminate the business relationship.
- The regulator warns firms to avoid overusing delayed verification; funds only freeze if suspicious activity reported.
Wednesday, 09/07/2025 | 10:28 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
TradeStation Becomes First Broker to Enable Equities and Options Trading on TipRanks Platform
- The integration merges TradeStation’s brokerage tools with TipRanks’ data-driven insights for informed trading.
- Recently, NAGA and CMC Invest also integrated TipRanks’ research tools to support retail investors.
Tuesday, 08/07/2025 | 13:45 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
After Bonds in Europe, Revolut Brings “Tax-Efficient Stock Investing” to UK Retail Investors
- The firm’s new ISA allows UK customers to invest from £1, while EEA users can access bonds starting at €100.
- Recently, the company has agreed to acquire Banco Cetelem, entering Argentina’s banking market with a local license.
Tuesday, 08/07/2025 | 11:29 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“Even Five Good Trades in a Row Can Be Dangerous”: Inside FMAS:25’s Trading Success Panel
- The panel at Trading Psychology vs Strategy advises: “Losses are lessons; the real win is staying consistent.”
- Social media fuels herd mentality and shapes trading strategy, the panel warns.
Monday, 07/07/2025 | 13:32 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Webull UK CEO Warns of “Disturbing Evolution” in Pump and Dump Scams Targeting Retail Investors
- Fraudsters hack accounts and spread false tips on WhatsApp and Telegram, causing stock crashes and losses.
- Cases in the US and Australia reveal the exploitation of thinly traded stocks, causing victims to lose savings.
Monday, 07/07/2025 | 11:14 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Swissquote Secures Full Ownership of Yuh After Four Years, Buying Out PostFinance’s 50% Stake
- The company has acquired full ownership of the digital platform, which is valued at CHF 180 million.
- Yuh has grown to over 342K accounts and reported its first annual profit of CHF 1.7 million in 2024.
Friday, 04/07/2025 | 16:58 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
MFSA’s 4-Year Review Reveals Market Abuse Risks and Control Gaps Among CFD Brokers
- Gaps in systems, reporting, and staff training put CFD platforms at risk of breaching market abuse rules.
- The findings indicate regulatory attention on CFD firms with significant retail flow and algorithmic trading activity.
Thursday, 03/07/2025 | 09:57 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Like Banks and Crypto Platforms, This CFD Broker Responds to Cyber Threats with Graduate Training
- XM launches 12-month cybersecurity graduate program to address rising digital risks in fintech.
- HSBC and Australian crypto platform Swyftx invest in early-career cybersecurity talent through training programs.
Wednesday, 02/07/2025 | 16:18 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CFI Continues Its Sports Bet in the Middle East: Partners with UAE’s Largest Indoor Arena
- The company will run a fan activation space and use a premium hospitality suite.
- Etihad Arena, located on Yas Island, hosts concerts, sports events, and cultural programs.
Wednesday, 02/07/2025 | 10:52 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CFD Broker Starts Construction on GTC Tower, Its Own Headquarters in Dubai
- The firm operates globally with nearly 1M serviced traders and over $300B in monthly volumes.
- Few brokers in the UAE have undertaken comparable infrastructure projects, the company stated.
Tuesday, 01/07/2025 | 15:36 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
11 Year Dispute Ends over €705K CySEC Fine Against Marfin Bank’s Former Chairman
- Andreas Vgenopoulos was found responsible for signing inaccurate financial reports and non-compliant prospectuses.
- He died in 2016, but legal proceedings continued through the liquidator of his estate.
Tuesday, 01/07/2025 | 10:22 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Once Meant for Institutions, Retail Traders Can Now Analyse Liquidity with dxFeed and ATAS
- The heatmap tool helps identify support and resistance, liquidity clusters, and institutional activity.
- Traders connect their dxFeed subscription with ATAS to use the DOM Levels indicator and view historical data.
Monday, 30/06/2025 | 15:09 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
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