Put your company forward to gain industry-wide visibility and recognition.
The online trading and fintech community is up in arms as the nomination round for the prestigious UF AWARDS APAC 2025 is ongoing. This is a great opportunity for brokers and B2B technology providers to claim their spot in the industry’s top performers.
Not just an award ceremony, a benchmark of quality
The UF AWARDS have established themselves as one of the industry's most credible awards. They’ve become a symbol of recognition and value, recognising companies that are pushing the boundaries of what is possible for the entire industry.
There are four editions of the awards: UF AWARDS MEA, UF AWARDS LATAM, UF AWARDS Global and the UF AWARDS APAC. The reason behind the categorisation is to allow brokers and fintechs to be nominated for their performance and contribution within their respective operating regions.
Get people talking about your brand in the APAC region
The Asia-Pacific market is tech-driven and is showing great potential for brokers and technology providers. One of the most important success pillars to establish a strong presence in this location is reputation, and the UF AWARDS APAC offers a great opportunity to do just that.
Putting your company forward is the first step towards securing valuable local and international exposure. A nomination brings your brand under the spotlight, in front of peers, clients and partners. The awards are a celebration of the companies that are not just succeeding by numbers, but breaking barriers along the way. Winning an award means the market is seeing, appreciating and valuing your brand’s contributions.
How to nominate your brand
The nomination process is simple. You’re invited to nominate your company for the categories that align with your scope of business.
To cast your nomination, please follow these simple steps:
Register: Visit the UF Awards website to create an account.
Complete the Form: Once registered, complete the Nomination Form!
Select Category: Next, select the category you want to nominate your brand for from the dropdown - Broker Awards or B2B Awards.
Please keep in mind that a single brand can be nominated in multiple categories. This could be the first step, the turning point your brand is looking for to launch itself to the top. To be featured amongst the industry’s most significant players can give your brand the visibility, acknowledgement, attention and prestige it deserves.
Award categories
The UF AWARDS APAC 2025 feature a vast selection of categories put together to cover the full spectrum of the financial services industry. From brokers that offer comprehensive, end-to-end trading experiences to B2B companies delivering innovative solutions, there is a category for everyone.
Some of the Broker (B2C) award categories include:
● BEST BROKER - APAC
● MOST TRUSTED BROKER - APAC
● BEST TRADING EXPERIENCE - APAC
● MOST TRANSPARENT BROKER - APAC
● FASTEST GROWING BROKER - APAC
Below are also a few of the most popular B2B award categories you can choose from:
● BEST TECHNOLOGY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST PAYMENT GATEWAY - APAC
● BEST B2B LIQUIDITY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST CONNECTIVITY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST WHITE LABEL SOLUTION - APAC
Don’t let this opportunity slip away. The nomination round is a chance to get your brand in front of the right eyes and get a foothold in the Asia-Pacific financial industry.
The online trading and fintech community is up in arms as the nomination round for the prestigious UF AWARDS APAC 2025 is ongoing. This is a great opportunity for brokers and B2B technology providers to claim their spot in the industry’s top performers.
Not just an award ceremony, a benchmark of quality
The UF AWARDS have established themselves as one of the industry's most credible awards. They’ve become a symbol of recognition and value, recognising companies that are pushing the boundaries of what is possible for the entire industry.
There are four editions of the awards: UF AWARDS MEA, UF AWARDS LATAM, UF AWARDS Global and the UF AWARDS APAC. The reason behind the categorisation is to allow brokers and fintechs to be nominated for their performance and contribution within their respective operating regions.
Get people talking about your brand in the APAC region
The Asia-Pacific market is tech-driven and is showing great potential for brokers and technology providers. One of the most important success pillars to establish a strong presence in this location is reputation, and the UF AWARDS APAC offers a great opportunity to do just that.
Putting your company forward is the first step towards securing valuable local and international exposure. A nomination brings your brand under the spotlight, in front of peers, clients and partners. The awards are a celebration of the companies that are not just succeeding by numbers, but breaking barriers along the way. Winning an award means the market is seeing, appreciating and valuing your brand’s contributions.
How to nominate your brand
The nomination process is simple. You’re invited to nominate your company for the categories that align with your scope of business.
To cast your nomination, please follow these simple steps:
Register: Visit the UF Awards website to create an account.
Complete the Form: Once registered, complete the Nomination Form!
Select Category: Next, select the category you want to nominate your brand for from the dropdown - Broker Awards or B2B Awards.
Please keep in mind that a single brand can be nominated in multiple categories. This could be the first step, the turning point your brand is looking for to launch itself to the top. To be featured amongst the industry’s most significant players can give your brand the visibility, acknowledgement, attention and prestige it deserves.
Award categories
The UF AWARDS APAC 2025 feature a vast selection of categories put together to cover the full spectrum of the financial services industry. From brokers that offer comprehensive, end-to-end trading experiences to B2B companies delivering innovative solutions, there is a category for everyone.
Some of the Broker (B2C) award categories include:
● BEST BROKER - APAC
● MOST TRUSTED BROKER - APAC
● BEST TRADING EXPERIENCE - APAC
● MOST TRANSPARENT BROKER - APAC
● FASTEST GROWING BROKER - APAC
Below are also a few of the most popular B2B award categories you can choose from:
● BEST TECHNOLOGY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST PAYMENT GATEWAY - APAC
● BEST B2B LIQUIDITY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST CONNECTIVITY PROVIDER - APAC
● BEST WHITE LABEL SOLUTION - APAC
Don’t let this opportunity slip away. The nomination round is a chance to get your brand in front of the right eyes and get a foothold in the Asia-Pacific financial industry.
Partnership at the core: Inside Exness’ growth strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa Interview: Nima Siar, Exness Head of Partnership and Business Development Initiatives
Partnership at the core: Inside Exness’ growth strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa Interview: Nima Siar, Exness Head of Partnership and Business Development Initiatives
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
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
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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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
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
