A Look Back at a Record-Breaking iFX EXPO Dubai 2025
Wednesday,29/01/2025|14:32GMTby
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This year’s edition proved another roaring success in the UAE.
On the 14th of January, iFX EXPO Dubai 2025, MENA’s #1 online trading industry event, kicked-off its remarkable 2+ days of FX & Fintech showcases. Global industry leaders gathered to build lasting relationships, find the right business partner, discover innovative products and services, and expand their online trading knowledge through educational panels.
iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 attracted a record number of attendees who leveraged the event to capitalise on invaluable business opportunities.
The total attendance rose to 7.5K, a 48% increase from 2024.
45% more brokers secured strategic partnerships. 30% more IBs and affiliates partnered with brokers, and 40% more tech & service providers showcased their offerings to clients looking for solutions. As for traders, we witnessed 40% more elevating their trading strategies and comparing top platforms.
Starting Off Strong!
The expo kicked-off with a bang at the luxurious Bla Bla Dubai for a night of excitement. Attendees enjoyed a delectable selection of food and drinks in a stunning beachside setting, providing the ultimate icebreaker to form connections, setting the stage for what was to come.
Lighting up the Expo Floor
The next 2 days, the industry gathered at Dubai World Trade Centre Za’abeel 5 & 6 ready to take over the expo floor with infectious energy. Over 180 exhibitors showcased their platforms, tools, and services to interested traders and partners. The place was filled with a sea of excited faces, finding new solutions to optimise their business strategies from globally trusted FX and Fintech brands. Only the biggest names in the business were in attendance, proudly sharing their offerings. Among them were internationally recognized names such as:
Vantage
IC Markets
Neex
TradeLocker
Leverate
oneZero
eToro
GTCFX
Traders were also very well catered to, with a total of 1.6K networking with fintech innovators and industry giants, as well as finding the perfect broker for their trading strategies in a uniquely crafted space where they could flourish with their fellow peers. Over 120+ countries were represented at the expo, a testament to iFX EXPO’s ability to unite an international audience in the MENA region.
Setting the Stage
Insightful discussions about key industry trends and the latest innovations were the centre of attention. iFX EXPO’s uniquely crafted conference stages, Idea Hub, Traders Arena and Speaker Hall provided the perfect opportunity for everyone to learn all the latest trends and developments of the industry.
Attendees were welcomed by expert speakers from big industry names such as Forbes Middle East, ATFX, & Exness. Engaged listeners expanded their knowledge on topics such as Fintech’s MENA evolution, prop firm expansion, and Islamic Finance.
The event also premiered iFX EXPO’s Mentorship Track, a matchmaking programme that united startups with international investors. This offered startups the opportunity to pitch their ideas face to face with investors to grow and kickstart their journey. The Mentorship Track will be a recurring programme at iFX EXPO events after the fantastic feedback from satisfied companies and investors.
The impressive increase in attendees not only showcases MENA’s industry growth, but iFX EXPO’s dedication to setting the bar even higher, year on year. The quality audience they attract is a mainstay of the event, and iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 was no different. Now that the curtain has dropped on Dubai, iFX EXPO moves on to an incredibly promising market, Latin America.
Boosting the Industry in LATAM!
iFX EXPO continues to fortify its stellar reputation of organising world-class online trading events with its next stop in LATAM
After their success in MENA, iFX EXPO are already gearing up for a second edition of their Latin American expo, iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 in beautiful Mexico City.
After a tremendous initial expo, the region’s #1 B2B & B2C online trading event returns on the 9th of April. The expo will unite world-class brokers, fintechs, IBs, affiliates, paytechs, service providers, and traders to another unmissable event.
Want to be a part of a rapidly rising online trading market? Contact sales@ifxexpo.com to discover exciting sponsorship packages and exhibitor booths to elevate your brand in Latin America.
For more information, make sure to visit the official iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 website.
On the 14th of January, iFX EXPO Dubai 2025, MENA’s #1 online trading industry event, kicked-off its remarkable 2+ days of FX & Fintech showcases. Global industry leaders gathered to build lasting relationships, find the right business partner, discover innovative products and services, and expand their online trading knowledge through educational panels.
iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 attracted a record number of attendees who leveraged the event to capitalise on invaluable business opportunities.
The total attendance rose to 7.5K, a 48% increase from 2024.
45% more brokers secured strategic partnerships. 30% more IBs and affiliates partnered with brokers, and 40% more tech & service providers showcased their offerings to clients looking for solutions. As for traders, we witnessed 40% more elevating their trading strategies and comparing top platforms.
Starting Off Strong!
The expo kicked-off with a bang at the luxurious Bla Bla Dubai for a night of excitement. Attendees enjoyed a delectable selection of food and drinks in a stunning beachside setting, providing the ultimate icebreaker to form connections, setting the stage for what was to come.
Lighting up the Expo Floor
The next 2 days, the industry gathered at Dubai World Trade Centre Za’abeel 5 & 6 ready to take over the expo floor with infectious energy. Over 180 exhibitors showcased their platforms, tools, and services to interested traders and partners. The place was filled with a sea of excited faces, finding new solutions to optimise their business strategies from globally trusted FX and Fintech brands. Only the biggest names in the business were in attendance, proudly sharing their offerings. Among them were internationally recognized names such as:
Vantage
IC Markets
Neex
TradeLocker
Leverate
oneZero
eToro
GTCFX
Traders were also very well catered to, with a total of 1.6K networking with fintech innovators and industry giants, as well as finding the perfect broker for their trading strategies in a uniquely crafted space where they could flourish with their fellow peers. Over 120+ countries were represented at the expo, a testament to iFX EXPO’s ability to unite an international audience in the MENA region.
Setting the Stage
Insightful discussions about key industry trends and the latest innovations were the centre of attention. iFX EXPO’s uniquely crafted conference stages, Idea Hub, Traders Arena and Speaker Hall provided the perfect opportunity for everyone to learn all the latest trends and developments of the industry.
Attendees were welcomed by expert speakers from big industry names such as Forbes Middle East, ATFX, & Exness. Engaged listeners expanded their knowledge on topics such as Fintech’s MENA evolution, prop firm expansion, and Islamic Finance.
The event also premiered iFX EXPO’s Mentorship Track, a matchmaking programme that united startups with international investors. This offered startups the opportunity to pitch their ideas face to face with investors to grow and kickstart their journey. The Mentorship Track will be a recurring programme at iFX EXPO events after the fantastic feedback from satisfied companies and investors.
The impressive increase in attendees not only showcases MENA’s industry growth, but iFX EXPO’s dedication to setting the bar even higher, year on year. The quality audience they attract is a mainstay of the event, and iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 was no different. Now that the curtain has dropped on Dubai, iFX EXPO moves on to an incredibly promising market, Latin America.
Boosting the Industry in LATAM!
iFX EXPO continues to fortify its stellar reputation of organising world-class online trading events with its next stop in LATAM
After their success in MENA, iFX EXPO are already gearing up for a second edition of their Latin American expo, iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 in beautiful Mexico City.
After a tremendous initial expo, the region’s #1 B2B & B2C online trading event returns on the 9th of April. The expo will unite world-class brokers, fintechs, IBs, affiliates, paytechs, service providers, and traders to another unmissable event.
Want to be a part of a rapidly rising online trading market? Contact sales@ifxexpo.com to discover exciting sponsorship packages and exhibitor booths to elevate your brand in Latin America.
For more information, make sure to visit the official iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 website.
IronFX Celebrates 15 Years of Creating Strong Partnerships
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #BrokerGrowth #FintechPartnerships #RegionalMarkets
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When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #BrokerGrowth #FintechPartnerships #RegionalMarkets
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The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #Innovation
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As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #Innovation
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Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
-Jack Crone, PR & Public Affairs Lead at IG
-David Belle, Founder at Fink Money
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #RetailInvesting #UKFinance
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As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
-Jack Crone, PR & Public Affairs Lead at IG
-David Belle, Founder at Fink Money
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #RetailInvesting #UKFinance
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