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Ultima Markets Becomes First CFD Broker in UN Global Compact

The initiative focuses on implementing sustainability principles and currently gathers 25,000 companies.
It “advances ethical financial services and contributes to a sustainable future,” according to Ultima's Jean Philippe.

Tuesday, 17/12/2024 | 07:18 GMT by Damian Chmiel

Retail FX

CySEC Removes AMP Global from ICF Following CIF Authorization Withdrawal

Clients may still qualify for compensation for past investments under certain conditions.
AMP Global Clearing LLC is still registered as a Futures Commission Merchant.

Thursday, 14/11/2024 | 12:39 GMT by Tareq Sikder

Retail FX

Fixed-Fee Subscription Model Eliminates Brokers’ Revenue Risks, but Is It Sustainable?

Subscription models with a fixed fee can reduce uncertainty around FX broker technology pricing.
Smaller firms could use this approach to attract cost-conscious traders, but scaling can be an issue.

Monday, 11/11/2024 | 13:04 GMT by Paul Golden

Retail FX

Transforming Governance in FX and CFDs Industry: Is G(EES) the Future?

A G(EES)-focused approach will push FX and CFDs brokers to enhance disclosure practices and ensure ethical operations, resulting in improved market perception.
One of the most profound changes that G(EES) governance demands is a shift in leadership mindset.

Friday, 08/11/2024 | 10:09 GMT by Jean Philippe Mota

Regulation

From 2025, CySEC Will Tighten Grip on Investment Firm Capital

The regulator adopts EBA guidelines on group capital tests for CIFs, effective January 2025.
Despite potential flexibility in capital requirements, it increases regulatory scrutiny for Cyprus-based FX/CFD companies.

Tuesday, 22/10/2024 | 07:38 GMT by Damian Chmiel

Retail FX

From TeraFX to Gildencrest Capital: Rebranding Set for February 1, 2024

The broker's services will remain unchanged after rebranding.
Clients’ account details, login credentials, and all relevant information will not change.

Wednesday, 31/01/2024 | 15:12 GMT by Jared Kirui

Executives

TradingView Appoints Oleg Mukhanov as CEO, Denis Globa Departs

Oleg Mukhanov has served as the Chief Financial Officer since 2022.
He succeeds Denis Globa, the Co-Founder of TradingView.

Thursday, 25/01/2024 | 16:09 GMT by Jared Kirui

Retail FX

FP Markets Boosts Client Offerings with Integration of TradingView

TradingView's solutions are accessible to FP Markets' traders globally.
This integration extends to FP Markets' existing trading platforms, including MT4, MT5, and cTrader.

Friday, 19/01/2024 | 20:11 GMT by Jared Kirui

Executives

Markets.com Welcomes Luis Dos Santos to Lead Global Business Development

Previously, Dos Santos held key positions at Vida Markets, Trading 212, and London Capital Group.
He spent nearly four years at London Capital Group before joining Trading 212.

Wednesday, 17/01/2024 | 19:46 GMT by Jared Kirui

Retail FX

Rebranded CFDs Brokers: The Daunting Task of Rebuilding SEO

The second part of the series discusses the challenges of web traffic, reputation and how to measure a rebranding's success.
Nick Cooke, CEO of Taurex: "we surpassed numbers in a month and saw a substantial increase in deposits"

Wednesday, 20/12/2023 | 10:00 GMT by Arnab Shome

Retail FX

Exclusive: Andrew Gibson to Launch His New CFDs Brokerage in March

Gibson is stewarding Timberfx as the CEO.
The new brokerage brand is securing a Seychelles license.

Monday, 04/12/2023 | 11:24 GMT by Arnab Shome

Retail FX

Plus500 Strengthens US Presence: Becomes FIA Member

FIA represents the interests of the futures, options, and derivatives market players.
The London-listed broker entered the US in mid-2021.

Monday, 04/12/2023 | 08:45 GMT by Arnab Shome

Retail FX

CySEC Continues Enforcement Action: Fines TradeEU.com, Titan Edge Operator

The penalty came for possible compliance violations between October 2022 and July 2023.
The company has already agreed to the settlement and paid the penalty.

Monday, 04/12/2023 | 07:31 GMT by Arnab Shome

Interviews

BKR44’s Zachariades: ”Establishing Trust with Retail Traders Can Be a Challenging Task”

The former director of Pepperstone and Libertex has founded his own company.
Instead of working within a CFD brokerage, he now offers advisory to trading firms.

Thursday, 23/11/2023 | 10:51 GMT by Damian Chmiel

Retail FX

Devexperts and FX Blue Partner to Enhance CFDs Trading Platforms

Companies want to offer brokers turnkey trading solutions.
The partnership combines DXtrade's back-end with FX Blue's front-ends.

Wednesday, 15/11/2023 | 09:44 GMT by Damian Chmiel

Retail FX

Exclusive: XTB to Offer up to 5% Interest on Idle Client Deposits

On Monday, XTB is introducing a new savings product.
As the brokerage's CEO admits, the move aims to maintain the growth momentum in active clients.

Sunday, 05/11/2023 | 19:00 GMT by Damian Chmiel

Institutional FX

CFTC Imposes Fine on StoneX for Alleged Disclosure Breach

The fine involves alleged failure to disclose Pre-Trade Mid-Market Marks (PTMMMs) in swap transactions.
StoneX has admitted to the alleged violations, according to the regulator.

Wednesday, 20/09/2023 | 19:54 GMT by Jared Kirui

Retail FX

Admirals Fails to Convert 96% More Active Users into Trading Profit in H1

Net loss came in at €4.8M, which is in stark contrast to a net profit of €24 million in H1 2022.
Similarly, the online trading group's revenue plunged 50% to €21.1 million.

Thursday, 31/08/2023 | 20:06 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Retail FX

No More “Screen Switching”: Pepperstone Floats Spread Betting on TradingView

The feature is available to the broker's traders in the UK.
Pepperstone UK during fiscal year 2022 saw a surge in profit before tax.

Thursday, 31/08/2023 | 17:20 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Retail FX

IG Group's American Arm Joins FIA, Expands Its Global Trading Network

IG entered the US market in 2021 through the $1 Billion acquisition of tastyworks.
The group's revenue from its US operations surged 47% to £191.3M in FY23.

Wednesday, 30/08/2023 | 21:59 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Institutional FX

GO Markets Expands Global Reach: Boosts Payment Transfers with New Currency Service

The broker has partnered with Currencycloud to enhance client FX rates.
GO Markets has integrated Currencycloud's APIs as part of the new offering.

Tuesday, 29/08/2023 | 08:01 GMT by Jared Kirui

Retail FX

Robinhood Sits on a $3B Bitcoin Goldmine despite Crypto Trading Decline

The stock broker is now reportedly the largest BTC holder after Binance and Bitfinex.
Robinhood's crypto trading volume dropped 38% YoY to $3.4 billion in July.

Monday, 28/08/2023 | 15:05 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Executives

M4Markets’ Marilena Iakovou Joins Doo Prime as Chief Marketing Officer

Doo Prime also hired Mariliza Karrera from M4Markets as the Head of Marketing.
Doo Group, Doo Prime's parent company, recorded solid growth in H1 2023.

Thursday, 24/08/2023 | 20:59 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Retail FX

FxPro Relocates to Dubai in MENA Market Dash

Recently, Moneta Markets and Plus500 got licensed in Dubai.
Zenfinix, TrioMarkets and Scope Markets have also strengthened their MENA teams.

Thursday, 24/08/2023 | 18:26 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

Retail FX

CySEC Orders RoboMarkets to Stop Giving “Branded Merchandise” to Clients

The Cypriot watchdog said the practice contradicts MiFIR rules and ESMA's directive.
The regulator recently disclosed plans to conduct on-site visits on a sample of CIFs.

Wednesday, 23/08/2023 | 12:54 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo

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