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.
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
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
