US tariffs could pressure foreign creditors, while XRP may enable an efficient payment infrastructure.
Standard Chartered forecasts XRP could reach $12.50 by 2028, with $5.50 by this year-end.
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As economic tensions grow worldwide, some market watchers
are pointing to US tariffs and national debt as signs of a broader financial
reset. This theory suggests that XRP, the cryptocurrency developed by Ripple,
could play a role in transforming financial systems during this period of
change.
The XRPUSD H1 chart shows that after bouncing off an
intraday support level, the cryptocurrency has been moving upwards. A trendline
is acting as resistance, which buyers may watch for a potential bullish
breakout before adding more long entries to push the price upwards.
Trump’s Tariffs May Reshape Debt Talks
The theory links recent US policies to wider financial
shifts. President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs is seen by some not only as a
response to trade issues but also as a tool to influence large US creditors.
Countries like China, Japan, and members of the European Union hold large
amounts of US Treasury debt. Some analysts believe the tariffs may be used to
gain leverage in talks that could lead to debt restructuring, Coinfomania
reported.
XRPUSD, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Standard Chartered Predicts XRP to Reach $12.50 by 2028
Standard Chartered (STAN) initiated coverage of XRP in a
report today (Tuesday), predicting that the cryptocurrency could rise to $12.50
by the end of 2028, with a forecast of $5.50 by the end of this year, $8 by
2026, and $10.40 by the end of 2027. At the time of writing, XRP was trading at
$1.94, nearly 9% higher.
The bank highlighted that XRP saw a sixfold increase after
Donald Trump’s election, driven by expectations that the U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) would drop its appeal against Ripple, and due to the
potential approval of XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Could XRP Replace SWIFT in the Future?
If debt terms are revised, reset supporters believe global
finance may also shift structurally. In this view, XRP could help build a new
system. Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) uses XRP to move funds across
borders without pre-funded accounts. Over 300 institutions are connected
through this system.
Backers say XRP’s speed, scale, and decentralized setup make
it a possible upgrade over older systems like SWIFT. While major institutions
have not endorsed it, the idea reflects a growing interest in digital assets
during economic uncertainty.
Ripple Acquires Hidden Road for $1.25 Billion
Meanwhile, Ripple
has acquired Hidden Road for $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto
company to operate a global, multi-asset prime broker. Hidden Road provides
services across foreign exchange, digital assets, derivatives, swaps, and fixed
income.
This acquisition aims to support the institutional adoption of
crypto by providing essential infrastructure. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple,
stated that the U.S. market is now open following the end of regulatory
uncertainty, and the market is maturing to meet traditional finance needs.
As economic tensions grow worldwide, some market watchers
are pointing to US tariffs and national debt as signs of a broader financial
reset. This theory suggests that XRP, the cryptocurrency developed by Ripple,
could play a role in transforming financial systems during this period of
change.
The XRPUSD H1 chart shows that after bouncing off an
intraday support level, the cryptocurrency has been moving upwards. A trendline
is acting as resistance, which buyers may watch for a potential bullish
breakout before adding more long entries to push the price upwards.
Trump’s Tariffs May Reshape Debt Talks
The theory links recent US policies to wider financial
shifts. President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs is seen by some not only as a
response to trade issues but also as a tool to influence large US creditors.
Countries like China, Japan, and members of the European Union hold large
amounts of US Treasury debt. Some analysts believe the tariffs may be used to
gain leverage in talks that could lead to debt restructuring, Coinfomania
reported.
XRPUSD, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Standard Chartered Predicts XRP to Reach $12.50 by 2028
Standard Chartered (STAN) initiated coverage of XRP in a
report today (Tuesday), predicting that the cryptocurrency could rise to $12.50
by the end of 2028, with a forecast of $5.50 by the end of this year, $8 by
2026, and $10.40 by the end of 2027. At the time of writing, XRP was trading at
$1.94, nearly 9% higher.
The bank highlighted that XRP saw a sixfold increase after
Donald Trump’s election, driven by expectations that the U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) would drop its appeal against Ripple, and due to the
potential approval of XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Could XRP Replace SWIFT in the Future?
If debt terms are revised, reset supporters believe global
finance may also shift structurally. In this view, XRP could help build a new
system. Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) uses XRP to move funds across
borders without pre-funded accounts. Over 300 institutions are connected
through this system.
Backers say XRP’s speed, scale, and decentralized setup make
it a possible upgrade over older systems like SWIFT. While major institutions
have not endorsed it, the idea reflects a growing interest in digital assets
during economic uncertainty.
Ripple Acquires Hidden Road for $1.25 Billion
Meanwhile, Ripple
has acquired Hidden Road for $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto
company to operate a global, multi-asset prime broker. Hidden Road provides
services across foreign exchange, digital assets, derivatives, swaps, and fixed
income.
This acquisition aims to support the institutional adoption of
crypto by providing essential infrastructure. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple,
stated that the U.S. market is now open following the end of regulatory
uncertainty, and the market is maturing to meet traditional finance needs.
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Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
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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
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
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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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.
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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.
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