The recent rally has been driven by optimism regarding Ripple's legal battle with the SEC, anticipated ETFs, and increased trading activity.
South Korean exchanges have become key hubs for XRP trading, contributing significantly to the token’s trading volumes.
Finance Magnates
XRP,
Ripple's cryptocurrency focused on global payment solutions, posted an extraordinary price rally, pushing its price to levels last seen in the 2021 crypto
boom. At the
time of writing, the token, now ranked 5th with a market capitalization of $96
billion, is trading for $1.7. The figure represents a 15% gain in the past day
and week.
Interestingly,
XRP has soared 225% in the past month alone, according to the data from
CoinMarketCap, and now the bulls are targeting the psychological price of $2.
The
token's bullish sentiment is reportedly driven by a combination of legal
optimism, ETF speculation, and heightened trading activity. As the token hovers around $1.70, traders and investors are speculating about the possibility of
the price reaching $2 or even beyond.
XRP Weekly Price Chart, Source: CoinMarketCap
Optimism
for Ripple
Ripple's
ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has
been a defining narrative for XRP. Recent developments suggest the saga may
finally be nearing resolution.
On the
fundamental aspects, the announcement that SEC Chair Gary Gensler will leave office on January 20, the same day Donald Trump will be inaugurated, has fueled hopes for a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment.
In 2020,
the SEC charged Ripple Labs, the entity behind XRP and two of its executives,
for allegedly raising $1.3 billion through the sale of unregistered securities
offerings. The crypto is now hoping that the SEC will dismiss the lawsuit
against Ripple under a new administration.
Secondly,
XRP has benefited from asset management firms, which are eying the possibility of listing
its exchange-traded fund (ETF). Bitwise Asset Management recently filed for a
multi-crypto ETF, allocating 1.5% of its holdings to XRP, Cryptopotato
reported. Historically, ETF approvals have triggered significant price
increases for underlying assets.
XRP's
meteoric rise isn't driven solely by legal and regulatory news. South Korean
exchange exchanges have emerged as major hubs for the token's trading,
accounting for a significant portion of the billions of its trading volume,
Bitcoin.comNews reported.
Open
Interest in XRP
Open interest in XRP futures contracts has also hit record highs, signaling strong
confidence in further price movement, data from Coinalyze shows. The percentage
change for perpetual and futures contracts has jumped 31% and 21%,
respectively.
Source: Coinalyze
Although
the anticipated launch of an XRP ETF depends on regulatory approval, the
anticipation of new developments within Ripple's ecosystem has provided an
additional boost to the XRP price.
While
XRP's performance has been impressive, analysts have warned of potential
corrections. Massive transfers between unknown wallets, including a recent 35
million XRP transaction, have raised concerns about possible market
manipulation.
With the
potential for an ETF launch, a favorable outcome in the Ripple-SEC case, and
growing investor confidence, XRP could achieve the $2 price milestone.
XRP,
Ripple's cryptocurrency focused on global payment solutions, posted an extraordinary price rally, pushing its price to levels last seen in the 2021 crypto
boom. At the
time of writing, the token, now ranked 5th with a market capitalization of $96
billion, is trading for $1.7. The figure represents a 15% gain in the past day
and week.
Interestingly,
XRP has soared 225% in the past month alone, according to the data from
CoinMarketCap, and now the bulls are targeting the psychological price of $2.
The
token's bullish sentiment is reportedly driven by a combination of legal
optimism, ETF speculation, and heightened trading activity. As the token hovers around $1.70, traders and investors are speculating about the possibility of
the price reaching $2 or even beyond.
XRP Weekly Price Chart, Source: CoinMarketCap
Optimism
for Ripple
Ripple's
ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has
been a defining narrative for XRP. Recent developments suggest the saga may
finally be nearing resolution.
On the
fundamental aspects, the announcement that SEC Chair Gary Gensler will leave office on January 20, the same day Donald Trump will be inaugurated, has fueled hopes for a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment.
In 2020,
the SEC charged Ripple Labs, the entity behind XRP and two of its executives,
for allegedly raising $1.3 billion through the sale of unregistered securities
offerings. The crypto is now hoping that the SEC will dismiss the lawsuit
against Ripple under a new administration.
Secondly,
XRP has benefited from asset management firms, which are eying the possibility of listing
its exchange-traded fund (ETF). Bitwise Asset Management recently filed for a
multi-crypto ETF, allocating 1.5% of its holdings to XRP, Cryptopotato
reported. Historically, ETF approvals have triggered significant price
increases for underlying assets.
XRP's
meteoric rise isn't driven solely by legal and regulatory news. South Korean
exchange exchanges have emerged as major hubs for the token's trading,
accounting for a significant portion of the billions of its trading volume,
Bitcoin.comNews reported.
Open
Interest in XRP
Open interest in XRP futures contracts has also hit record highs, signaling strong
confidence in further price movement, data from Coinalyze shows. The percentage
change for perpetual and futures contracts has jumped 31% and 21%,
respectively.
Source: Coinalyze
Although
the anticipated launch of an XRP ETF depends on regulatory approval, the
anticipation of new developments within Ripple's ecosystem has provided an
additional boost to the XRP price.
While
XRP's performance has been impressive, analysts have warned of potential
corrections. Massive transfers between unknown wallets, including a recent 35
million XRP transaction, have raised concerns about possible market
manipulation.
With the
potential for an ETF launch, a favorable outcome in the Ripple-SEC case, and
growing investor confidence, XRP could achieve the $2 price milestone.
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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
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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.
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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.
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