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IG Japan CEO Leaves After Seven Years Citing "Time for a New Leader"
- Tomoharu Furuichi leaves IG Japan after expanding the OTC derivatives business “several times over.”
- The Japanese subsidiary has stopped offering crypto ETF CFDs after FSA guidance on overseas derivatives.
Thursday, 05/02/2026 | 16:03 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Capital Index UK Changes Name to Vantos Markets Following Tough Trading Year
- FCA-regulated CFD provider maintained operations despite consecutive net losses for second year running.
- The company reported pre-tax profit of £23K, net loss £18Kafter tax in 2024.
Thursday, 05/02/2026 | 14:46 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
eToro Launches Long-Term Thematic Portfolio Using Amundi ETFs for Retail Investors
- The firm also added 120 Amundi ETFs. The ETFs span multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and commodities.
- Most assets are in broad equities, and the portfolio’s minimum investment is $500.
Thursday, 05/02/2026 | 09:53 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Seacrest Ends Prop Trading After Integrating MyFundedFX, Shifts Focus to CFDs
- The firm is the first prop trading operation to fully transition to a broker-backed model.
- It will close all prop accounts and positions by this week, with refund instructions already issued.
Wednesday, 04/02/2026 | 17:50 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CFD Focused Equiti Group Enhances Deposits and Cross-Border Transfers with Checkout.com
- Partnership combines fraud prevention and acquiring tech to enhance Equiti’s payment services.
- The group recently partnered with TraderEvolution to expand asset classes and customise global trading platforms.
Wednesday, 04/02/2026 | 11:37 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
With Two Stints at MultiBank, Marketing Executive Joins ANAX Capital as CMO and VP Operations
- Yazan Shakfeh led MultiBank Group’s global marketing team of over 80 for three years.
- The firm obtained a First Category license from the UAE SCA last year and has an initial capital of $8M.
Wednesday, 04/02/2026 | 10:07 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Financial Commission Certifies iTech Software to Verify Technology Used by Brokers
- Certification confirms iTech technology is suitable for Forex, CFD, crypto, and NFT brokerages.
- Technology certification precedes potential Financial Commission membership for developers.
Tuesday, 03/02/2026 | 14:27 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“Traders Who Requested Payouts Will Hear From Us Soon,” Says MFF CEO Murtuza Kazmi
- Kazmi addressed the trading community saying that MFF could not communicate with traders after its systems and servers were seized during the legal battle.
- Recently, in an exclusive interview with Finance Magnates, the CEO discussed the CFTC case, 2023 account freeze, and client payouts.
Monday, 02/02/2026 | 16:59 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
With CFD Brokers Showing Interest in Futures, NinjaTrader Extends Access for EU Retail Traders
- NinjaTrader plans further EU expansion, including France and Italy, later this year.
- Last year, the firm entered prop trading with NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop platforms.
Friday, 30/01/2026 | 12:22 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
eToro Adds DKK Accounts in Denmark After Expanding Nasdaq Nordic Data
- Danish users can avoid conversion fees when trading Copenhagen-listed stocks using DKK balances.
- The firm will soon allow crypto-to-DKK conversion and instant deposits via Open Banking.
Thursday, 29/01/2026 | 15:53 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CFD Brokers Can Now Manage Client Engagement as DXtrade Mobile Integrates BrokerIQ
- The firm first integrated BrokerIQ in 2023; update extends CRM functionality to platforms.
- Recently, DXtrade partnered with TRAction to automate CFD trade reporting and cut manual transfers.
Thursday, 29/01/2026 | 11:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“Little Margin for Error”: Firms See MAS Enforcement as Market-Wide Lesson
- Industry seeks predictability: clear compliance thresholds, faster licensing, harmonised rules, and playbooks for emerging digital assets.
- Consultation and stakeholder feedback “remain central” to MAS policy and rule implementation.
Thursday, 29/01/2026 | 05:44 GMT by
Paul Golden
eToro Brings 24/5 Trading to Selected Smart Portfolios, Including BigTech and Magnificent-7
- Recurring copy feature allows automatic investments for eligible Smart Portfolios.
- The firm also extends trading hours to Four-Horsemen and Buybacks Smart Portfolios.
Wednesday, 28/01/2026 | 10:05 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
RoboMarkets Executives Exit Post-Soviet Projects, Sell Their Stakes
- Konstantin Rashap stepped down as Chief Business Officer of the CySEC-regulated entity, according to Finance Magnates RU.
- Yaroslav Karpovich joined Robo group in 2015, contributing to regional expansion and media activities.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 15:44 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Prop Firms Gain New Tools as FPFX Acquires BullRush and Integrates Gamified Technology
- Paid-entry competitions, educational challenges, and community features will be integrated.
- FPFX Tech previously partnered with Acuity Trading, integrating the Research Terminal into PropAccount.com.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 11:16 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Markets.com Names New Head of Compliance After eToro and FOREX.com Stints
- Giorgos Stylianou also brings retail market experience from previous roles at LCG, Shares, and EXCA Prime.
- The firm’s Cyprus entity recently appointed Andreas Kyriacou as CEO and Managing Director.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 10:16 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
“The US Is Still Our Core, Asia Is Where Growth Happens”: How Singapore Family Offices Balance Scale and Opportunity
- Private equity and private credit dominate alternative investment allocations among Singapore-based family offices.
- Geopolitical tensions and market scale influence reduced exposure to China and smaller APAC markets.
Tuesday, 27/01/2026 | 08:02 GMT by
Paul Golden
Capital.com Appoints Former IG and FXCM Executive as Head of Compliance in South Africa
- Prishani Maheeph-Moonsamy spent over five years in compliance roles at Nedbank.
- The appointment follows IG Group’s decision to wind down its onshore South Africa business.
Monday, 26/01/2026 | 16:10 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Retail Traders to Access a Single Platform as Trade Nation Brings TD365 Under Its Brand
- Regulatory status remains unchanged; the company keeps FCA and other international licences.
- The company recently appointed a Chief Marketing Officer, Managing Director, and Chief Executive Officer.
Monday, 26/01/2026 | 11:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
As SGX FX Expands Its Network, ADSS Joins to Increase Its EMEA FX Reach
- The broker joins SGX FX as a market maker and buy-side participant in EMEA FX.
- Meanwhile, BBVA, a Spanish bank, partners with SGX FX to provide Latin American currency pricing via the NY4 engine.
Monday, 26/01/2026 | 09:50 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
IC Markets’ Prop Trading Arm Appoints Former NAGA and FunderPro Executive as GM
- Petros Kalaitzis also brings experience from Tools for Brokers, The Trading Pit, and Tickmill.
- Meanwhile, IC Markets has become sponsor of tennis player Alexei Popyrin and Haas F1 Team forex partner.
Friday, 23/01/2026 | 12:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
After 32 Years, Saxo’s Second Employee Marks Final Day as Director for Nordic VIPs
- Thomas Dam served as Senior Manager and later Director, overseeing Nordic VIPs and ultra-wealth clients at the firm.
- In December last year, Saxo Bank reported serving 1.5 million clients.
Thursday, 22/01/2026 | 15:56 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
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