The SEC filed an appeal-related brief on January 15, just before Chair Gensler’s departure.
Paul Atkins’ SEC Chair nomination raises questions on market-driven crypto regulation.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is holding a
closed-door meeting today (Thursday). The meeting will include discussions on
litigation claims, settlements, enforcement actions, and administrative
proceedings.
Meanwhile, XRPUSD has been consolidating within a channel on
the H1 chart, awaiting a breakout to determine its next direction.
SEC Meeting Sparks Speculation on Ripple Case
The SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple Labs is among the ongoing
cases the agency is handling. The meeting agenda includes “litigation claims,”
leading some in the cryptocurrency community to speculate that the Ripple case
could be discussed. The meeting will take place remotely or at the SEC
headquarters in Washington, DC, and only SEC officials, commissioners, their
counsel, and staff members will be present.
The
SEC recently filed an appeal-related opening brief on January 15. This was
just before Chair Gary Gensler stepped down. His departure has fuelled
speculation about a shift in leadership and regulatory policy. President Trump
has nominated Paul Atkins as the new SEC Chair. Atkins is known for his
market-driven approach and has previously voiced scepticism about strict crypto
regulations.
The XRPUSD H1 chart indicates that after a bearish
correction, the price has been contained within an Equidistant Channel. The
3.20000 level has acted as a strong resistance. A bullish breakout at the
channel's resistance could potentially lead to a breakout at the 3.20000 level.
Conversely, a bearish breakout at the channel's support may push the price
lower, likely with slower momentum.
XRPUSD, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Investors Watch SEC for Ripple Policy Shift
John Reed Stark, a former SEC enforcement official, has
pointed to Atkins’ preference for free markets and minimal government
intervention. Acting Chair Uyeda shares a similar stance. Some analysts believe
this could impact the SEC’s approach to crypto enforcement, including its legal
battle with Ripple.
The SEC has not confirmed whether the Ripple case will be
discussed at the meeting. However, given the recent legal developments,
investors are watching closely for any signals of a policy change.
Ripple's Legal Outlook and Strategic Growth Drive XRP’s
Potential
DeepSeek AI has analyzed Ripple's legal situation, adoption
of its On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) platform, and market trends to develop
predictions. The
model estimates XRP could trade between $3.50 and $5.00 by the end of 2025,
with a 70% probability of a favourable legal outcome.
Ripple has recently been involved in several developments. The
company donated $100,000 in XRP to support communities affected by
California wildfires, contributing to organizations like World Central Kitchen
and GiveDirectly through The Giving Block platform.
Ripple
is also making progress in Japan, with expectations that banks will adopt
the XRP Ledger by 2025, as announced by SBI CEO Yoshitaka Kitao. This move aims
to improve cross-border payments and currency conversions for remittances.
The debate over the inclusion of XRP in a US crypto reserve
continues, with allegations of centralization complicating the discussion. In
response, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has defended the
decentralization of the XRP Ledger, emphasizing its resilience against
manipulation.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is holding a
closed-door meeting today (Thursday). The meeting will include discussions on
litigation claims, settlements, enforcement actions, and administrative
proceedings.
Meanwhile, XRPUSD has been consolidating within a channel on
the H1 chart, awaiting a breakout to determine its next direction.
SEC Meeting Sparks Speculation on Ripple Case
The SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple Labs is among the ongoing
cases the agency is handling. The meeting agenda includes “litigation claims,”
leading some in the cryptocurrency community to speculate that the Ripple case
could be discussed. The meeting will take place remotely or at the SEC
headquarters in Washington, DC, and only SEC officials, commissioners, their
counsel, and staff members will be present.
The
SEC recently filed an appeal-related opening brief on January 15. This was
just before Chair Gary Gensler stepped down. His departure has fuelled
speculation about a shift in leadership and regulatory policy. President Trump
has nominated Paul Atkins as the new SEC Chair. Atkins is known for his
market-driven approach and has previously voiced scepticism about strict crypto
regulations.
The XRPUSD H1 chart indicates that after a bearish
correction, the price has been contained within an Equidistant Channel. The
3.20000 level has acted as a strong resistance. A bullish breakout at the
channel's resistance could potentially lead to a breakout at the 3.20000 level.
Conversely, a bearish breakout at the channel's support may push the price
lower, likely with slower momentum.
XRPUSD, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Investors Watch SEC for Ripple Policy Shift
John Reed Stark, a former SEC enforcement official, has
pointed to Atkins’ preference for free markets and minimal government
intervention. Acting Chair Uyeda shares a similar stance. Some analysts believe
this could impact the SEC’s approach to crypto enforcement, including its legal
battle with Ripple.
The SEC has not confirmed whether the Ripple case will be
discussed at the meeting. However, given the recent legal developments,
investors are watching closely for any signals of a policy change.
Ripple's Legal Outlook and Strategic Growth Drive XRP’s
Potential
DeepSeek AI has analyzed Ripple's legal situation, adoption
of its On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) platform, and market trends to develop
predictions. The
model estimates XRP could trade between $3.50 and $5.00 by the end of 2025,
with a 70% probability of a favourable legal outcome.
Ripple has recently been involved in several developments. The
company donated $100,000 in XRP to support communities affected by
California wildfires, contributing to organizations like World Central Kitchen
and GiveDirectly through The Giving Block platform.
Ripple
is also making progress in Japan, with expectations that banks will adopt
the XRP Ledger by 2025, as announced by SBI CEO Yoshitaka Kitao. This move aims
to improve cross-border payments and currency conversions for remittances.
The debate over the inclusion of XRP in a US crypto reserve
continues, with allegations of centralization complicating the discussion. In
response, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has defended the
decentralization of the XRP Ledger, emphasizing its resilience against
manipulation.
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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
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
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
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
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.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
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.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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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.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
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