The recent launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs has unlocked significant inflows from both retail and institutional investors, pushing BTC into record territory.
Bitcoin’s breakout is lifting some crypto stocks, especially those with direct exposure like MicroStrategy (MSTR), Galaxy Digital, and select mining firms such as MARA and Riot Platforms.
Bitcoin has once again hit a new milestone, soaring
above $118,000 for the first time and shaking off months of sideways trading.
As traders scrambled to cover short positions, institutional demand jumped via ETFs.
Behind the surge lies a confluence of forces. The
weakening U.S. dollar, political support from the Trump administration, and
favorable technical signals have created a bullish backdrop for the crypto
sector.
The launch of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds
opened the floodgates to retail and institutional money alike, helping to push
BTC into record territory.
BTCUSD daily price chart, source: TradingView
Trump Administration’s Crypto-Friendly Tone Plays a
Role
Market participants have pointed to President Trump’s
perceived support for digital assets as a key tailwind. The current
administration’s posture, combined with recent legislative activity, is
energizing the industry.
Just last month, the U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS
Act, the first significant bill aimed at regulating stablecoins. The
legislation is expected to provide clearer rules for dollar-pegged
cryptocurrencies and build consumer confidence.
The House is set to review the bill next week,
continuing what appears to be a coordinated effort to integrate digital assets
more fully into the U.S. financial system. The crypto industry, one of the
largest political donors during the 2024 campaign, has clearly carved out a
place on Capitol Hill.
The rally isn’t confined to Bitcoin alone. Shares of
crypto-related companies are climbing as well. Software firm Strategy (MSTR),
which holds more bitcoin than any other publicly listed company, saw its stock
rise nearly 3%. Miners such as MARA Holdings and Riot Platforms also booked
gains, advancing 4% and 2% respectively.
Bitcoin’s year-to-date gain now stands at 26%, and its
12-month return exceeds 100%. The momentum has reignited interest in a sector
that had struggled to regain its footing after previous bear markets.
Ethereum Trails Bitcoin
While Bitcoin basks in the spotlight, Ethereum is
underperforming. ETH traded at $2,989 as of Friday, up 4% over 24 hours and nearly 20% in the past week. It continues to lag behind Bitcoin in both
narrative and performance as investor attention remains focused on BTC’s
breakout.
Source: CoinMarketCap
Bitcoin’s powerful surge to an all-time high failed to
create a universal lift for crypto stocks, revealing a more nuanced investor
response to the digital asset’s momentum. While some firms tied closely to
bitcoin’s balance sheet or trading infrastructure rallied, others, including
major exchanges and miners, fell behind.
Winners: Strategy, Galaxy, and Bitcoin-Heavy Firms
Strategy (MSTR), known for holding the largest bitcoin
position among public companies, advanced 3.2%. Galaxy Digital (GLXY), a
provider of institutional crypto services, followed with a 4% gain.
Source: Strategy
Miners Ride and Stumble on BTC Gains
Several bitcoin miners saw their stocks rise as the
value of mined coins increased. MARA Holdings (MARA) added 4%, Hive Digital
(HIVE) gained 2%, and Riot Platforms (RIOT) edged up 1.5%.
Surprisingly, some high-profile names struggled.
Coinbase (COIN) fell 1% despite broader crypto enthusiasm. Circle Internet
(CRCL), the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, slid by 8%. Still, Circle’s stock remains
elevated, over six times its IPO price of $31 just a month ago.
Bitcoin has once again hit a new milestone, soaring
above $118,000 for the first time and shaking off months of sideways trading.
As traders scrambled to cover short positions, institutional demand jumped via ETFs.
Behind the surge lies a confluence of forces. The
weakening U.S. dollar, political support from the Trump administration, and
favorable technical signals have created a bullish backdrop for the crypto
sector.
The launch of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds
opened the floodgates to retail and institutional money alike, helping to push
BTC into record territory.
BTCUSD daily price chart, source: TradingView
Trump Administration’s Crypto-Friendly Tone Plays a
Role
Market participants have pointed to President Trump’s
perceived support for digital assets as a key tailwind. The current
administration’s posture, combined with recent legislative activity, is
energizing the industry.
Just last month, the U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS
Act, the first significant bill aimed at regulating stablecoins. The
legislation is expected to provide clearer rules for dollar-pegged
cryptocurrencies and build consumer confidence.
The House is set to review the bill next week,
continuing what appears to be a coordinated effort to integrate digital assets
more fully into the U.S. financial system. The crypto industry, one of the
largest political donors during the 2024 campaign, has clearly carved out a
place on Capitol Hill.
The rally isn’t confined to Bitcoin alone. Shares of
crypto-related companies are climbing as well. Software firm Strategy (MSTR),
which holds more bitcoin than any other publicly listed company, saw its stock
rise nearly 3%. Miners such as MARA Holdings and Riot Platforms also booked
gains, advancing 4% and 2% respectively.
Bitcoin’s year-to-date gain now stands at 26%, and its
12-month return exceeds 100%. The momentum has reignited interest in a sector
that had struggled to regain its footing after previous bear markets.
Ethereum Trails Bitcoin
While Bitcoin basks in the spotlight, Ethereum is
underperforming. ETH traded at $2,989 as of Friday, up 4% over 24 hours and nearly 20% in the past week. It continues to lag behind Bitcoin in both
narrative and performance as investor attention remains focused on BTC’s
breakout.
Source: CoinMarketCap
Bitcoin’s powerful surge to an all-time high failed to
create a universal lift for crypto stocks, revealing a more nuanced investor
response to the digital asset’s momentum. While some firms tied closely to
bitcoin’s balance sheet or trading infrastructure rallied, others, including
major exchanges and miners, fell behind.
Winners: Strategy, Galaxy, and Bitcoin-Heavy Firms
Strategy (MSTR), known for holding the largest bitcoin
position among public companies, advanced 3.2%. Galaxy Digital (GLXY), a
provider of institutional crypto services, followed with a 4% gain.
Source: Strategy
Miners Ride and Stumble on BTC Gains
Several bitcoin miners saw their stocks rise as the
value of mined coins increased. MARA Holdings (MARA) added 4%, Hive Digital
(HIVE) gained 2%, and Riot Platforms (RIOT) edged up 1.5%.
Surprisingly, some high-profile names struggled.
Coinbase (COIN) fell 1% despite broader crypto enthusiasm. Circle Internet
(CRCL), the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, slid by 8%. Still, Circle’s stock remains
elevated, over six times its IPO price of $31 just a month ago.
Bullion, Billions, and the Blockchain: Tether Scores $5B From Gold Rally
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.
Connect with us:
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