The Finance Magnates London Summit (FMLS:25) opened with the traditional Networking Blitz at The Folly on Tuesday, drawing industry leaders ahead of the main event.The evening set the tone for the two-day summit, featuring early discussions, deal-making, and first meetings between fintech and trading leaders.Summit Opens With Early Industry EngagementThis year’s Blitz brings together senior decision-makers from online trading, payments, banking, and fintech. Representatives from LMAX Global, ATFX Connect, Finalto, B2Broker, oneZero, Match-Trader, and MetaQuotes are among the attendees, alongside brokers, liquidity providers, and financial institutions.Tuesday's gathering marked the first major opportunity for cross-sector interaction ahead of the summit’s formal agenda. Attendees used the evening to initiate negotiations, explore product needs, and identify potential partners. Industry leaders are looking forward to the the two days of meaningful engagement.According to Drew Niv, the Chief Strategy Officer at ATFX, “Attending FMLS is like condensing 20 business trips into one. The networking opportunities are unparalleled, not just during the event but throughout the entire week as attendees from around the world converged.” “It is the perfect platform to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and regions.”Access for All Summit Pass HoldersFollowing the Blitz, the summit moves into two full days of discussions on market structure, fintech innovation, regulation, and trading technology. Exhibitors will present new products, and speakers will deliver insights across multiple sectors. FMLS:25 will close with the London Summit Awards, which recognize achievements across the online trading and financial services industry.Dan Moczulski, the Managing Director at eToro, noted how the event has grown to encompass multiple categories over time. “Over the past decade, FMLS has evolved significantly from focusing solely on FX to incorporating CFDs on stocks and cryptocurrencies, making it a much broader and diverse event.”“With a larger number of firms and participants, the benefits have multiplied. From networking opportunities to observing industry trends and dynamics, attending FMLS has been an enriching experience.”FMLS:25: Agenda and TopicsTuesday, 25 November 202517:00-21:30 GMT: Opening networking blitz at The Folly, 41 Gracechurch Street, London EC3V OBT.Wednesday, 26 November 202509:00 GMT: Doors open & registration10:00 GMT: FX Tales: Stories from The Floor (Craft Stage)10:10 GMT: On-Chain Innovation ‘Made in The UK’ (Vision Stage)10:40 GMT: Leaders Panel: Thank You, Donald! (Vision Stage)10:45 GMT: Your Broker’s Growth is Elsewhere, 2026 Edition (Craft stage)11:20 GMT: Gamechanger? Understanding the Premier League's Biggest Sponsorship Opportunity (Craft Stage)11:30 GMT: Stablecoins for a Destabilized World: Use Cases in Financial Services (Vision stage)12:10 GMT: State of the Prop in 2026 (Craft Stage)12:20 GMT: Liquidity amid Record Volatility & 'Certain Uncertainty' (Vision Stage)12:40 GMT: Trading Platforms in 2026: What Traders Want, What Brokers Need (Craft Stage)14:00 GMT: Macro Outlook: Economic Rifts between Trade Wars & Actual Ones (Vision Stage)14:10 GMT: To B2B, or Not? Dos and Donts for Brokers Going Institutional (Craft Stage)14:50 GMT: All-Star Panel: Next Industry Trends (Vision Stage)15:00 GMT: Exclusive: MetaQuotes Unveils New Matching Engine ( Craft Stage) 15:30 GMT: Move Fast and Fix Things? Corporate Culture in Fintechs VS Banks (Craft Stage)15:40 GMT: Ready, Settle, Go: Rewiring Payments for Speed, Scale & Security (Vision Stage)Thursday, 27 November 202510:00 GMT: Doors open & registration11:00 GMT: Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers (Craft Stage)11:00 GMT: Negative Friction? Brokers between Tougher Demands & Regulatory Arbitration11:40 GMT: Secret Agent: Deploying AI for Traders at Scale (Vision Stage)11:50 GMT: Fail Better? Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks (Craft Stage)12:20 GMT: Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market? (Vision Stage)12:40 GMT: Marketing in 2026: Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI ( Craft Stage)14:00 GMT: Art of the Dealer: Risk Management and Industry Education (Craft Stage)14:00 GMT: The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet? (Craft Stage)14:40 GMT: How Neo-Banks Go Wealth (Craft Stage)14:50 GMT: DEBATE: Is Prop Trading Good for The Trading Industry? (Vision Stage)Learn more about FMLS:25 here. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

Kraken has begun a phased rollout of the Krak Card, introducing a new spending product that offers 1% cash-back rewards and supports payments using multiple asset balances. The launch is part of an expansion of features in the Krak app, including salary deposits and new options for generating returns on digital assets.Digital assets meet tradfi in London at the fmls25The rollout follows regulatory progress in Europe. Kraken recently activated its MiCA license, authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland, allowing it to offer services across the European Economic Area. The company has operated in the UK since 2013 and remains among FCA-registered crypto platforms.UK, EU Users Access Krak CardThe company said the card will be released first in the UK and EU, with more markets planned. It will be available in physical and virtual formats and will support instant spending with “no FX or monthly fees.” Customers can choose to receive the cash-back reward in local currency or Bitcoin.Mark Greenberg, Kraken’s Global Head of Consumer, said the platform views digital assets as part of everyday finance. He stated that “everything is money” and added that users should be able to use their assets “to pay for everyday goods and services.”The card uses Mastercard’s payments network and allows spending from more than 400 supported crypto and fiat assets. Asset conversion takes place at checkout. Kraken said users can decide the order in which assets are spent and exclude certain balances from payments.Introducing your new debit Card + Money App ??• 1% cashback on every spend• 400+ currencies — cash & crypto• Fee-free spendingGet your Krak Card now ?https://t.co/tfArZ6D6yd pic.twitter.com/aiiMg8NAsV— Krak (@Krak) November 25, 2025Customers Can Earn, Deposit, Spend AssetsKraken also outlined a new feature called Vaults. The company described it as a way to give customers access to DeFi lending protocols targeting returns of “up to 10+% APY.” The service is intended to turn idle balances into daily earnings and allow users to adjust strategies based on their risk preferences.Salary deposits will be introduced for customers in the UK and EU, with further regions to be added. Kraken said the feature is designed to link income, asset growth, and payments within one ecosystem. This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.

Forex Club launched a new mobile app, Libertex Wallet, designed to allow traders to manage accounts and funds directly on MetaTrader 4 and 5 platforms. The app combines deposits, internal transfers, account management, and trading tools in a single interface, FinanceMagnatesRU reported.Join IG, CMC, and Robinhood at London’s leading trading industry event!Features for MT4 and MT5 Users Additionally, Libertex Wallet allows traders to open both live and demo MT4/MT5 accounts in U.S. dollars. Users can deposit, withdraw, and transfer funds internally between accounts, while also accessing bonus programs and copy trading features.Forex Club запустил приложение Libertex Wallet для MetaTraderhttps://t.co/lcfn0KeXVV pic.twitter.com/LQ5c046ZeK— Finance Magnates RU (@ForexMagnatesRu) November 25, 2025Reports and profile settings are available within a mobile interface, which supports English, Russian, Ukrainian, Uzbek, and Latin American Spanish. “We've launched Libertex Wallet for MT—a simple mobile app that lets you open MT4/MT5 accounts, quickly fund them, transfer funds between accounts, and take advantage of useful features like bonuses and copy trading,” the company informed. “The app handles basic tasks perfectly, allowing you to spend more time on the markets and trading.”Besides that, MT4 account holders can manage positions, close trades, fund accounts, activate copy trading, view login information, download platform applications, transfer funds, and access documentation. Further reading: Libertex Becomes Second CFDs Broker to Launch Telegram Mini AppPayments Directly in MetaTraderLibertex Wallet is available for download on Google Play and the App Store. Integrating payments directly into MetaTrader is becoming a growing trend. “We launched this service to simplify the process for both brokers and traders by combining account deposits and active trading into a single process,” commented Renat Fatkhullin, the CEO of MetaQuotes. “Integrating payments directly into MT5 removes unnecessary barriers, allowing traders to enter the market faster and act with greater confidence.”Recently, South African broker JP Markets added a built-in payment service to MT5, enabling deposits and immediate trading. The offering allows traders to deposit funds directly through the client terminal and start trading.According to the firm, the integration provides faster access to markets, which has contributed to increased trading activity, higher client satisfaction, and reinforced brand loyalty.Justin Paulsen, CEO at JP Markets, commented: “At JP Markets, our mission has always been to empower traders with the latest tools and technology. The launch of MetaTrader 5 Integrated Payments represents a major step forward in making trading more efficient, seamless, and accessible for our clients.” This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

EBC Financial Group SA has received approval from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority as an Authorised Financial Service Provider. The approval is part of the firm's plan to establish operations in South Africa.Join IG, CMC, and Robinhood in London’s leading trading industry event!Meanwhile, IG Group is winding down its local South African operations but will allow clients to maintain accounts with its offshore entities. The broker will stop opening new positions, and existing accounts were required to close by July this year. The company described the decision as “difficult” and said it aims to provide clients with a smooth transition, though no reason for the closure was disclosed.EBC’s Regulatory Alignment and Global LicencesDavid Barrett, CEO of EBC UK, said, "The FSCA's approval aligns with our existing licences, such as those from the Financial Conduct Authority for EBC Financial UK, and other entities within our group regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, and the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius."South Africa has a population of around 63 million and an internet penetration rate of 76%, providing a digitally connected market. The country's fintech sector is projected to grow from USD 7.08 billion in 2023 to USD 14.86 billion by 2033. EBC noted strong participation in trading across commodities, indices, and digital assets as supporting demand for regulated market access.Trader Education and Outreach InitiativesOver the past quarter, the firm hosted more than 1,000 multilingual webinars and produces the Pulse 360º podcast series on Spotify. The company has collaborated with the University of Oxford's Department of Economics on events such as the 'What Economists Really Do' series.South African Market Attracts Multiple BrokersOther brokers are also expanding or strengthening their presence in South Africa. Exness opened a new office in Cape Town as a regional hub for Sub-Saharan Africa, while holding licences locally and in Kenya. VALR received an ODP and additional Financial Services Provider licence from the FSCA to offer CFDs and derivatives on crypto and traditional assets. Mitrade acquired Fridah Asset Managers, to be renamed Mitrade Markets, gaining its fifth licence and extending its reach across Africa, MENA, and LATAM. This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.

A bold AI-powered launch reframes online trading through human stories and a mission of financial inclusion.Deriv, one of the world’s largest online trading platforms with more than 3 million clients globally, has launched its first-ever global brand campaign, “Trading for anyone. Anywhere. Anytime”, which is also the company’s mission statement.It’s a milestone moment for a company that has quietly evolved over 26 years into a major force within the fintech landscape, serving clients across the globe. And with its first global brand campaign, Deriv is making a bold declaration: online trading doesn’t need to be complex or exclusive, it can be human, intuitive, and accessible.A global brand campaign with a global ambitionSince its founding in 1999, Deriv has championed a mission to democratise access to financial markets, long before “financial inclusion” became a mainstream industry priority. The new campaign brings this vision to life through striking creative and AI-enhanced storytelling that captures the everyday person who is ambitious, curious, and increasingly global. “For many years the barrier to entry has been too high. At Deriv, we’re proud to be part of the democratisation and levelling of the playing field, globally,” said Yoli Chisholm, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Deriv. “Our campaign embodies what we’ve built over the last 26 years, a platform that empowers anyone, anywhere, to explore the financial markets with trust, safety, and confidence. We wanted our first global brand campaign to make a declaration of our commitment to financial inclusion.”Where human creativity meets AI innovationThe campaign, conceptualised by Deriv’s in-house creative team, was brought to life through an AI-powered production workflow. AI tools were used to elevate the campaign’s visual identity and narrative, from cinematic video sequences to adaptive imagery for global markets.But the team is quick to emphasise that human creativity leads the process.Carl Whiteside, Vice President of Design adds, “This is a campaign where human creativity leads, and AI enables.” “We used AI tools to elevate production and not to replace imagination. It’s about storytelling that feels both real and futuristic, a reflection of how trading itself is evolving.”The campaign aligns with Deriv’s broader transformation into an AI-first organisation, where AI is increasingly embedded across marketing, product, compliance, engineering, and customer support. The goal is to build more intuitive experiences, more personalised learning, and more efficient tools for traders of every background.Breaking down barriers to the world’s financial marketsAt its core, the campaign communicates Deriv’s long-standing philosophy of access, distilled into three pillars. It highlights how Deriv supports every kind of trader from beginners taking their first steps to experienced traders refining their strategies with intuitive tools, educational resources, and multilingual support. Available to clients anywhere, the platform ensures seamless access across mobile and web, reflecting the increasingly global and connected nature of today’s traders. And through 24/7 trading opportunities, it empowers clients to act on opportunities on their own schedule. A shift in how the industry talks about tradingWhile many trading platforms focus on technical features or high-intensity trading culture, Deriv is betting on something more human: access, relatability, and inclusivity.The result is a campaign that markets a platform made for anyone, anywhere and at any time. This article was written by FM Contributors at www.financemagnates.com.

Equiti Group has appointed Patrick Pitchappa as Chief Information Security Officer and Abdullatif Manlla as Head of Compliance and MLRO, UAE.Join IG, CMC, and Robinhood in London’s leading trading industry event!These appointments follow recent senior leadership changes at the firm. Sartaj Singh was promoted to Chief Technology Officer, focusing on AI and automation integration. Rick Fulton became Chief Risk and Audit Officer, overseeing market, credit, and operational risk. Sean Hong took over as Chief Financial Officer, tasked with restructuring finance operations and improving cost controls.CISO Role and Responsibilities DetailedGroup CEO Iskandar Najjar said Equiti’s "foundations of governance, security, and innovation have guided our growth" and that the appointments will "continue strengthening those principles" during the firm’s global expansion.Pitchappa has over 28 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT risk, and technology operations. He has previously held roles at First Abu Dhabi Bank, BNP Paribas, Société Générale, Goldman Sachs, and VISA Inc. He will lead Equiti’s cybersecurity strategy. He said: "Security is a shared responsibility. At Equiti, we stay ahead of evolving cyber risks, meet regulatory expectations, and protect client privacy at every step."Compliance Head Oversees Regulatory AlignmentManlla has experience in compliance, governance, and AML/CFT frameworks in the UAE financial sector. He previously worked at ADS Securities and First Abu Dhabi Bank. He will oversee Equiti’s compliance strategy and regulatory alignment. He said: "Governance and compliance are integral to Equiti's success. My focus is on maintaining frameworks that are strong, agile, and aligned with global best practices."Retail and Institutional Trading Expands RegionallyEquiti has also made several recent internal appointments, including Yiannos Xenophontos as Group Head of Trading in Dubai and Karen Tatyan as Head of Database. The firm operates across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, holding licenses in the UK, UAE, and Cyprus. It serves retail, professional, and institutional clients through its trading platforms and payment systems, This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.

Technology provider Tools for Brokers (TFB) has launched a new analytics and risk management module directly within its Trade Processor liquidity bridge, a move that intensifies competition among major vendors to offer brokers a single, unified technology platform.Discover how neo-banks become wealthtech in London at the FMLS25Ongoing Expansion of TFB’s Unified Platform The launch of the Broker Business Intelligence (BBI) module continues TFB’s gradual expansion of Trade Processor into a more comprehensive operational environment for brokers. Earlier this year, the company partnered with TRAction to integrate automated regulatory reporting directly into Trade Processor, allowing brokers to submit required data without using external systems. TFB also introduced large-order splitting to improve execution pricing for sizable trades. These enhancements indicate a consistent effort to consolidate key brokerage functions—execution, reporting, analytics, and risk management—within a single platform.Global Shift Toward the Brokers’ Operating System The launch of the Broker Business Intelligence (BBI) module aligns with a significant industry trend: the shift away from fragmented, multi-vendor technology stacks toward integrated "all-in-one" ecosystems that combine execution, risk, and analytics. For example, oneZero Financial Systems recently acquired analytics firm Autochartist to add integrated data-driven content to its Hub platform. PrimeXM’s XCore also combines liquidity aggregation with built-in risk management capabilities and real-time monitoring. In this context, TFB’s addition of BBI extends the functionality available inside its existing infrastructure. By embedding analytics and risk management within the execution layer, the company aims to provide brokers with real-time operational insights and flow analysis.“We are combining execution, analytics, and risk management within a single environment to improve decision-making for clients,” said Aleksey Kutsenko, CEO of Tools for Brokers. The shift away from fragmented setups continues across the brokerage technology market. Integrated platforms are increasingly positioned as a central operational environment for brokers, and the introduction of BBI reflects TFB’s intention to develop its offering in this direction. The launch underscores the increasing pressure on technology providers to offer a complete, end-to-end solution. As brokers seek to simplify operations and reduce reliance on multiple vendors, the competition to become the central "operating system" for their business continues to grow. This article was written by Tanya Chepkova at www.financemagnates.com.

After a deliberate step back from the prop trading space, Eightcap has returned with a new focus and a bold product to cut through the space: Day Trader Challenges. Designed for traders who prefer high-focus, short-term sessions over long evaluation periods, these challenges aim to make trading challenges more transparent, flexible and skill-based. We spoke with Adam Bock, Head of Eightcap Tradesim, about what prompted the company’s return, the thinking behind its new model, and how he sees the future of prop trading evolving.Eightcap recently re-entered the prop trading space. What prompted the return — and why now?Adam Bock: For four years, Eightcap helped build, shape and support the growth of the modern prop and funded-trader industry. From 2021 to 2024, we sat behind a large share of the ecosystem, powering over 300,000 funded trading challenges across 40 prop and education brands worldwide, and providing the brokerage infrastructure, pricing, execution and risk systems their traders relied on every day.When we decided to step back from the prop trading market, it was because we felt the industry had lost its way. There was too much noise, too much focus on unrealistic marketing and “get rich quick” promises, and not enough emphasis on genuine trading education and skill development. At Eightcap, we’ve evolved from powering the trading industry behind the scenes to directly engaging with traders through innovative challenges. By listening to trader feedback and learning from their experiences, we’ve crafted a new form of challenges that truly resonate with traders’ needs.The market didn’t need another generic offering; it needed something fresh and impactful. That’s where our Day Trader Challenges come in: a high-intensity, intra-day trading experience tailored for today’s active traders. It’s a concise, focused way for skilled traders to showcase their expertise and rise to the challenge. Can you explain what the Day Trader Challenges are — and how they differ from standard prop challenges?Adam Bock: Day Trader Challenges have been created to prioritise flexibility and choice for traders. Traders can choose from 1-hr, 2-hr, 4-hr and 8-hr challenges, a market first. They will also be able to choose how much to stake and what reward multiplier they want to aim for. Everything adjusts dynamically. Shorter timeframes and higher multipliers make the challenge tougher, while longer sessions and lower multipliers balance it out. Traditional prop challenges can take weeks to complete while being paired with strict rules and drawn-out evaluation periods. With us, traders get a simulated environment that’s fair, fast and built entirely around their strategy and schedule. Why focus on short, high-intensity trading sessions rather than longer evaluation models?Adam Bock: That’s how real traders operate. Most day traders don’t want to wait weeks to see results; they’re instead focused on specific sessions, moments of volatility, or market opens and closes. We designed this product for them. Completing a challenge in a few hours also delivers immediate feedback, which is critical for learning and improvement.The prop space has seen its fair share of controversy in recent years. How is Eightcap ensuring this product maintains transparency and credibility?Adam Bock: That’s one of the key reasons why we relaunched with Day Trader Challenges. There are no hidden fees and no misleading marketing. We wanted to rebuild trust in the prop space by focusing on transparency, so traders know exactly what they’re getting. This is a simulated, educational experience designed to help traders develop and test strategies in real market conditions. Our goal is to make prop challenges fair, skill-based and transparent. What role does education play in the design of these challenges?Adam Bock: Education plays a central role in how we designed the Day Trader Challenges. Our goal wasn’t only to create a faster and flexible prop challenge model; it was to build a learning environment where traders can sharpen their skills under realistic market conditions. Short intensity trading challenges teach discipline, risk management and strategy refinement far more effectively than drawn-out evaluations. Every challenge is an opportunity to identify areas that need improvement in trading skills. We have also aligned the structure with how traders actually learn, for example, clear metrics and simple rules, so that traders know what to focus on. The educational component of the challenges is not a by-product but the foundation of what we built on. We're helping traders build their skills that translate directly into long-term trading performance.Looking ahead, how do you see the prop trading model evolving — and where does Eightcap Tradesim fit in that future?Over the next few years, we’re going to see the industry move away from the slow, opaque evaluation structures towards models that prioritise speed and clarity. We’re also moving away from traditional methods for risk management and trade strategies, and towards AI-backed technology integration. It is currently used for trading, and going forward, props will be able to scale to meet trader demands. Another major shift will be shorter, skill-based evaluations. Models will reward precision, discipline and strategy over long, repetitive trading cycles, which is exactly the direction our Day Trader Challenges lead. This article was written by FM Contributors at www.financemagnates.com.

Tickmill’s newly appointed Regional Manager for Latin America (LATAM), Brunno Huertas, will be a guest speaker at Finance Magnates London Summit, on November 26 (FMLS:25). Huertas has overseen Tickmill’s expansion strategy across Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking markets. With over 15 years of experience in Forex and derivatives, he has localised expertise developing strong client relationships and Introducing Broker (IB) networks throughout Latin America. At FMLS:25, Huertas will join the panel discussion ‘Educators, IBs and Regional Growth Drivers’, providing insights into building long-term, resilient relationships based on trust and transparency. He will also share learnings from Tickmill’s expansion and strategic efforts in Latin America. Bruno Huertas, Regional Manager (LATAM), commented:“Latin America is a market with unique challenges and enormous potential. Building success here requires strong IB networks, genuine relationships with clients, and a trusted brand presence. Education supports these efforts, but partnerships and client engagement remain the true growth drivers.” Tickmill’s LATAM expansionTickmill is building greater awareness in Latin America and has recently strengthened its footprint with a growing client base. Huertas played a key role in driving visibility and trust, particularly through partnerships and IB relationships, before stepping into his broader role overseeing all activity in the region this year. LATAM remains a strategic focus for the group, with Huertas leading efforts to scale presence in markets including Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, and ChileThe Finance Magnates London Summit 2025 will bring together senior executives, brokers, fintech leaders, and educators to discuss market trends, technology, regulation, and regional growth opportunities. Participation in FMLS:25 reinforces Tickmill’s commitment to knowledge sharing and fostering dialogue on the future of trading industry.About Brunno HuertasHuertas, with more than 15 years in the global brokerage sector, holds an MBA in Banking and Financial Institutions from FGV-SP. He brings deep expertise in client engagement, community building, and business growth, having supported several international brokers. At Tickmill, he successfully expanded operations in the Portuguese-speaking market and now oversees the company’s strategic development across Latin America. About TickmillTickmill has established itself as a leading provider of online trading services on a global scale since its inception in 2014. With regulation from leading regulatory authorities, including the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles, and recognition from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) as a Representative Office, Tickmill prioritises the safety of client funds while upholding the highest standards of transparency and integrity. Composed of seasoned traders with decades of collective experience dating back to the 1980s, the Tickmill team brings a wealth of expertise to the table, having navigated various major financial markets from Asia to North America. For more information about Tickmill and its services, visit www.tickmill.com. This article was written by FM Contributors at www.financemagnates.com.

Financial broker RoboForex has launched an upgraded Copy Trading Service that replaces the earlier CopyFX platform. The new service is integrated into the company’s main ecosystem and introduces several changes aimed at simplifying how users find and compare trading strategies.Join IG, CMC, and Robinhood in London’s leading trading industry event!The update comes at a time when copy trading continues to hold a steady position in the retail trading sector. Brokeree Solutions reported that copy trading has generated between 6% and 20% of broker trading volumes in recent years. [#highlighted-links#] The firm also recorded a 16% year-on-year rise in requests for copy-trading technology in 2024, with more than 50 brokers launching similar services last year. Interest has remained visible in global search trends, which show growing activity across Central Europe, North America, and South Asia.Unified Strategy Rating Across PlatformsThe upgrade includes a unified public strategy rating that covers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and R StocksTrader. RoboForex said the feature is designed to help users explore and analyse strategies more easily. The company noted that even unregistered visitors can now review and share strategies through the public rating.Interface Aims to Help Experienced UsersRoboForex said the new interface offers a wider set of parameters for experienced users. The company added that this structure is intended to reduce platform-related barriers for newer traders.Douglas Abreu, Regional Operations Manager at RoboForex, said the goal is to “simplify the complex,” adding that investors “should be able to find and follow the best-performing strategies instantly.”The company confirmed that existing clients will keep their current features and will also receive access to the new tools.Updated Copy Trading Partner ProgramRoboForex has updated its Copy Trading Partner Program. The program enables individuals to earn commissions by promoting a trader’s strategy and attracting new users. Partners receive a portion of the trader’s commissions generated from investors. The upgraded version now supports both MT4 and MT5. RoboForex said the addition of MT5 support was introduced following strong client demand. This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.

Why is crypto going up today? The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a strong recovery rally today (Tuesday), November 25, 2025, with Bitcoin (BTC) price jumping to $88,590 (up 1.6% in 24 hours), Ethereum rising 2.1% to $2,942, XRP surging 8% to $2.24, and Dogecoin gaining ground at $0.1525. The total crypto market capitalization has risen 2.4% to $3.1 trillion, adding $23.8 billion in value over the past day as investor sentiment improves from extreme fear levels. The crypto surge is primarily driven by a shift in Federal Reserve rate cut expectations, with odds jumping from just 40% last week to 82% for December according to Polymarket and CME FedWatch data. However, this is most likely a dead cat bounce, and the cryptocurrency market could quickly resume its decline. In this text, I provide a technical analysis of the BTC/USDT, ETH/USDT, XRP/USDT, and DOGE/USDT charts and outline what these assets may face in the coming weeks.Follow me on X for more up-to-date analysis and forecasts on major cryptocurrencies and other financial instruments.Bitcoin Price Recovers from $80K Lows But Bull Trap AheadBitcoin's price fell 1.3% Tuesday to $87,177, showing slight weakness but maintaining a clear recovery from Friday's turbulent session when it crashed to just $80,000, a seven-month low. According to my technical analysis, Bitcoin's movement toward my target bearish range around $74,000 encountered a local accumulation zone at $83,000-$84,000 where a bullish pin bar candle formed with a very long lower wick, showing rejection of further selling by supply.As a result, we're currently in a short-term corrective bounce which could reach the $92,000-$94,000 zone marked in red on my chart, as I mentioned in one of my earlier analyses. This is a typical bull trap and dead cat bounce, so I'm still targeting lows around $74,000 coinciding with this year's minimum on Bitcoin's chart. After testing this level, I intend to accumulate Bitcoin assuming a return to uptrend and ultimately re-entering a price discovery phase.Bitcoin Technical LevelsPaul Howard, Director at Wincent, provided institutional perspective on the current market structure: "Indicators from the end of October where we saw whales selling and tightening liquidity, led to the institutional basis trade unwind and wave of ETF selling.""Dovetail this with the year-end where we typically see books selling crypto for reporting purposes, sentiment remains muted," Howard continued. "I do not expect we bounce back to $100,000 levels anytime before Q1.”Ethereum Price Shows Death Cross Warning Despite Support DefenseEthereum's (ETH) price falls 2.5% today, testing session lows at $2,879 on Tuesday, though spot prices show recovery to $2,942 with a 2.1% daily gain. On one hand, a very strong bearish sell signal appeared in the form of a death cross, the 200-day EMA crossed from above by the 50-day EMA, which can signal medium-term declines of even 30-40% toward just $1,400, this year's lows last tested in April.On the other hand, ETH stopped clearly at the support zone I mentioned around $2,750, which so far provides a place to bounce. However, there's not much room as we soon have the 50% Fibonacci retracement and also local November lows, and shortly a resistance zone around $3,350 marked by August minimums tested again in early October, not to mention the cluster of moving averages I mentioned.Only a return above this cluster will allow me to again believe Ethereum has demand strength for further appreciation. For now I remain more bearish-biased on Ethereum despite the short-term recovery bounce.BlackRock has been accumulating Ethereum through its iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA), with recent purchases totaling $72.5 million in October and larger accumulations of $140.9 million in September. While spot Ethereum ETFs saw $1.64 billion in outflows during November, institutional interest from the world's largest asset manager signals long-term confidence in ETH as a foundational asset for smart contracts and tokenization.XRP Price And Two-Day Rally Within Bearish StructureXRP price has two dynamic days of consecutive gains behind it, including a remarkable 9% surge on Monday, and on Tuesday the price corrects by a modest 1.6% and changes hands at $2.19, with spot data showing $2.24 and an 8% daily gain. From a technical analysis perspective, this two-day bounce allowed us to return to an important zone that until recently acted as support, now acting as resistance in the range between $2.18 and $2.29.The fact that we're below the moving average cluster suggests for now we should expect a bearish reaction and corrective decline again toward $1.90 support where on Friday a bullish pin bar formed allowing the current bounce to materialize. Like the two charts above, this is short-term for me and long-term I maintain my bearish stance I mentioned some time ago due to death cross formation, targeting a level of just $1.25 which was last tested one year ago.Dogecoin Price: Support Zone Defense But Death Cross IntactDogecoin (DOGE) notations fell 2.3% Monday and the cryptocurrency costs $0.1483 after rising for the last 2 days, bouncing from a support zone last tested in June. Recent declines on the DOGE chart which we observed continuously from September peaks pushed the price to my designated support zone between 14 and 15 cents, tested in March, April, June and last time in October this year.And although it seemed Dogecoin might exit this range, which we witnessed including last Friday, the price found support slightly lower, bounced and returns again to this range showing that the long-term consolidation we've been observing since February is still in play. Its main upper boundary falls around the 29-30 cents range, and according to swing trading principles we should be heading in that direction.However, the technical situation is not in favor of buyers. Primarily we're in a downtrend as evidenced by simply being below the 200 MA moving average, not to mention the death cross formed in late October (sell signal from 50 and 200 MA crossing).For me to start believing in a stronger Dogecoin bounce, it would need to return above the 20 cents level and break the blue average; only then would I consider playing long positions toward 30 cents, the level last tested in September.Why Crypto Is Surging Today?Federal Reserve Dovish PivotThe primary driver behind why crypto is surging today is the dramatic shift in Federal Reserve policy expectations. Joel Kruger, strategist at LMAX Group, explained: "Market conditions appear to be realigning with the broader status quo, particularly around Fed expectations. After a brief wobble driven by a hawkish tilt that unsettled risk assets, the market is once again leaning toward accommodation."The CME FedWatch tool shows December rate cut odds jumped from 30% on Wednesday to 75.5% by Friday, following dovish remarks from Fed Vice Chair John Williams. This represents a stunning reversal from the 22% probability economists assigned just days earlier.Institutional Flows and ETF LaunchesBlackRock's continued Ethereum accumulation through its iShares Ethereum Trust ETF, including the $72.5 million October purchase, signals institutional confidence despite recent market volatility. The asset manager views Ethereum as a foundational layer for smart contracts, tokenization, and institutional-grade Web3 infrastructure.Technical Reset and Oversold ConditionsKruger noted that "the market has now digested the recent setbacks, creating a healthier backdrop and offering investors a chance to reenter at compelling levels. Bitcoin has historically rewarded conviction during periods of volatility, with significant pullbacks frequently preceding powerful moves to new all-time highs."Crypto Price Analysis, FAQWhy is crypto going up today?Crypto is surging on November 25, 2025 due to Federal Reserve dovish pivot with rate cut odds jumping from 40% to 82% for December, Monday launch of Franklin Templeton and Grayscale XRP ETFs ($94M combined first-day inflows), BlackRock Ethereum ETF purchases signaling institutional confidence, technical oversold bounce after Friday's crash to seven-month lows, and leverage unwinding stabilizing the market. What is Bitcoin price prediction?According to my technical analysis, Bitcoin at $87,177-$88,590 is in bull trap bounce potentially reaching $92,000-$94,000 corrective resistance before declining to my ultimate target of $74,000 (2025 yearly minimum) for accumulation. After testing $74K, I anticipate return to uptrend and price discovery phase. Will XRP reach $3?XRP at $2.19-$2.24 after 9% Monday rally has returned to former support/current resistance zone $2.18-$2.29. According to my technical analysis, this two-day bounce appears corrective within longer-term bearish structure. Should I buy crypto during the dip?This depends on timeframe and risk tolerance. Bullish case: Fed rate cut odds 82% for December, extreme fear (contrarian signal), institutional flows (BlackRock ETH, XRP/DOGE ETFs $94M), technical oversold bounce, Kruger notes "Bitcoin historically rewarded conviction during volatility" with pullbacks "frequently preceding powerful moves to new highs." Are we in crypto bear market?Yes. Bitcoin death cross, Ethereum death cross (50 EMA above 200 EMA), my technical analysis targeting Bitcoin $74K/Ethereum $1,400, XRP and Dogecoin death crosses, Paul Howard notes whale selling and institutional liquidation ongoing, no $100K expected before Q1 2026. Before you go, please also check my previous analyses and articles about crypto and gold: This article was written by Damian Chmiel at www.financemagnates.com.

Jump Trading has begun making markets on Kalshi, becoming one of the first major proprietary trading firms to participate in the event-betting business that's drawing interest from both Wall Street and Silicon Valley.The Chicago-based firm has been providing liquidity on event contracts that allow users to wager on everything from elections to sports outcomes, according to Bloomberg, quoting people familiar with the matter who requested anonymity.The move comes as prediction markets experience explosive growth, with platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket handling a combined $7.4 billion in trades during October alone. Sports contracts have emerged as the dominant category, accounting for $1.1 billion of Kalshi's volume in the final week of October.Institutional Players Test New Prediction Market WatersJump's entry follows signals from other major financial firms that they're weighing participation in event markets. AQR Capital Management co-founder Cliff Asness recently said his firm is considering an expansion into sports betting, while Susquehanna International Group has been providing liquidity on Kalshi for some time.The activity represents a shift for prediction markets, which until recently operated on volumes too small to attract established trading operations. Kalshi just raised $1 billion at an $11 billion valuation, up from $5 billion only a month earlier. The funding round, backed by Sequoia Capital, CapitalG, and Andreessen Horowitz, puts Kalshi within reach of Polymarket's estimated $12 billion to $15 billion valuation.Jump previously operated a sports-betting team in London that traded on platforms like Betfair during the late 2010s, but wound down that effort around 2023. Jump Capital, the investment arm created by Jump Trading's founders, also backed Sporttrade, an early regulated prediction market.Crypto Exchange Builds Kalshi-Powered PlatformCoinbase is, reportedly, developing a prediction markets platform that will use Kalshi's regulated infrastructure, according to screenshots uncovered by tech researcher Jane Manchun Wong. The images show a fully designed interface branded with Coinbase's logo and indicate the platform will be operated through Coinbase Financial Markets, the exchange's derivatives division.The platform would allow users to deposit USDC stablecoins and trade on various event categories including economics, sports, politics, and technology. Coinbase executive Max Branzburg said in August that the company was building an "exchange for everything" and exploring tokenized stocks and prediction markets.Public access to the unreleased Coinbase platform was removed shortly after Wong disclosed the screenshots.Retail Brokers See Rapid AdoptionRobinhood reported that users traded 2.3 billion event contracts between July and September, with October volume hitting 2.5 billion. The company said prediction markets and its Bitstamp acquisition together generate approximately $100 million in annualized revenue.Total revenue for Robinhood's third quarter reached $1.27 billion, up 129% from the prior year, beating analyst expectations. Chief Financial Officer Jason Warnick said the company saw record monthly volumes across equities, options, prediction markets, and futures in October.Sneakers Join Event ContractsKalshi announced a partnership with StockX that adds a new category of event contracts tied to resale prices for sneakers, collectibles, and other high-demand consumer products. Users can now bet on whether specific sneaker releases will exceed certain resale price thresholds, or which brands will dominate StockX sales during major shopping events.Initial contracts cover items ranging from holiday sneaker releases and Supreme apparel to Pokémon card collections and Pop Mart Labubu figurines. StockX provides aggregated, anonymized market data to inform contract creation."Sneaker, apparel, and collectible drops on StockX have become defining cultural moments with clear, measurable outcomes, the very kind of real-world events Kalshi was built for," said Tarek Mansour, Kalshi's co-founder and chief executive.Regulatory Questions PersistState gaming regulators and Native American tribes have challenged the legality of prediction markets in ongoing court cases. The platforms have grown by classifying wagers as regulated financial contracts rather than gambling, allowing them to sidestep state gaming laws.The Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which oversees the exchanges, has not moved to halt trading. Kalshi operates under CFTC regulation, while Polymarket faces scrutiny over its decentralized structure and has been blocked in Romania over unlicensed gambling concerns.For prediction markets to continue scaling, they'll need deeper liquidity from participants willing to take both sides of trades, the role that firms like Jump Trading and Susquehanna have long played in traditional markets. This article was written by Damian Chmiel at www.financemagnates.com.

After a turbulent start to the year, shares of CMC Markets (LSE: CMCX) staged a strong comeback, climbing more than 40% in just three trading sessions. The surge followed the release of the company’s half-year financial results and a bullish forecast for the coming year, attracting attention across the trading platform sector.CMC Markets Shares Bounce Back on Strong ResultsCMC Markets’ stock, which spent much of early 2025 drifting near 200 pence, accelerated to retest the 290 pence level last seen at the beginning of the summer. This shift comes after months of steady decline and cautious optimism among market participants.The 40% rally has erased the year’s earlier losses, pushing the broker’s year-to-date performance up to around 17%. In contrast, sector peers like XTB have sunk from all-time highs to a modest loss, while Plus500 and IG Group report more muted single-digit gains.If the current upside momentum extends past the 290 pence mark, some traders are eyeing the 340 pence resistance that defined last year’s upper bound. Even with the recent pop, CMC shares remain far (almost 85%) from their pre-pandemic peak of 538 pence, leaving plenty of ground to recover.“It appears that British shareholders are far more enthusiastic about the reports released by their domestic brokers,” says Arkadiusz Jóźwiak, analyst and editor-in-chief of B2C portal Comparic.pl, which focuses on the CFD industry. “When XTB reported similar figures on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, the share-price jumps were not nearly as strong.”Record Australian Revenues and Westpac Partnership Drive Outlook HigherCMC’s latest half-year net operating income reached £186.2 million, up 5% from a year ago and surpassing internal forecasts. The Australian stockbroking unit delivered a record performance, boosting net operating income in the region by 34% and lifting assets under administration to A$91 billion. Profit before tax was steady at £49.3 million, with an interim dividend declared at 5.5p per share, up 77% year-on-year.A key highlight is the extended partnership with Westpac, Australia’s second-largest bank, which is expected to grow CMC’s local customer base by roughly 40% and lift trading volumes 45% once integration is complete. The firm’s leadership signaled this move as “a significant and exciting opportunity” to strengthen CMC’s presence in the Australian market.While CMC Markets’ growth from 2024 now stands at over 170% from January, Plus500 gained 88%, XTB 78%, and IG Group 35% for the same period. CMC clearly leads the pack when viewed from the start of the last year.“Super App” Ambitions Put CMC at Industry ForefrontAdding fuel to the rally, CMC confirmed that its three-phase “Super App” modernization is set to launch its first phase, a multi-asset platform combining equities, derivatives, and wealth management, next month in the UK. Later phases will introduce decentralized finance (DeFi) products, tokenized assets, and banking features. The aim is to compete with the likes of NAGA, Swissquote, and XTB, all of whom are chasing “Super App” status, though none currently match the breadth of China’s Alipay or WeChat financial platforms.Behind the scenes, CMC showcased operational momentum with its first blockchain-based tokenized share trade and broad growth in European API partnerships, driving hundreds of thousands of new trading accounts through neobank channels. This article was written by Damian Chmiel at www.financemagnates.com.

A Bermuda-based insurance unit now owned by UBS lost its final appeal against a massive damages award connected to one of the banking industry's more notorious internal fraud cases.The Privy Council in London dismissed most arguments from Credit Suisse Life (Bermuda) Ltd. on Monday, leaving the liability finding intact while ordering a modest recalculation of the $600 million-plus award to Bidzina Ivanishvili, the billionaire founder of Georgia's ruling party.The decision caps years of litigation across multiple jurisdictions over losses Ivanishvili suffered at the hands of Patrice Lescaudron, a relationship manager who ran a fraud scheme for nearly a decade before getting caught in 2015. Lescaudron was convicted in a Swiss court in 2018 for forging signatures and stealing from clients to cover shortfalls in other portfolios.Parallel Verdicts Pile Up Across JurisdictionsThe Bermuda case focused on two life insurance policies Ivanishvili funded in 2011 and 2012 with roughly $750 million in cash and assets, kept separate from his other Credit Suisse accounts. A Bermuda chief justice ruled in 2022 that CS Life had turned a blind eye to Lescaudron's activities, awarding $607 million in damages.Singapore's International Commercial Court issued a separate ruling in 2023 ordering Credit Suisse Trust to pay $461 million, finding the bank failed to act in good faith and didn't adequately protect Ivanishvili's assets from Lescaudron's reach. That court adjusted its award downward to avoid double-counting losses already addressed in the Bermuda proceeding.UBS is still paying for the rescue of Credit Suisse several years ago. In early August, for example, it agreed to pay about $300 million to settle mortgage-related obligations inherited from Credit Suisse, marking another step in the Swiss lender’s effort to resolve legal issues stemming from its emergency takeover of its former rival.Moreover, UBS still faces potential costs tied to other Credit Suisse legal matters, including fallout from the 2021 collapse of Archegos Capital Management. Bloomberg Intelligence estimates that the remaining cases could total roughly $500 million.Narrow Victory on Timeline DisputeCS Life challenged the Bermuda courts' interpretation of its contractual obligations to Ivanishvili, arguing judges applied too broad a timeframe for calculating damages. The Privy Council sided with the bank on one technical point, ruling that damages should start from when the life policies were initiated rather than when assets were transferred.The court didn't specify what the revised figure would be after this adjustment. UBS, which absorbed Credit Suisse in a rescue deal in 2023, has already set aside the required funds in an interest-bearing escrow account.A UBS spokesperson told Bloomberg the bank noted the decision but declined further comment.Questions Linger Over Payment TimingThe fraud came to light in 2015 when two Credit Suisse executives called Ivanishvili's team to report that Lescaudron had been hospitalized and they'd discovered a major shortfall triggered by a margin call. An audit revealed Ivanishvili's portfolio, reported at $1.2 billion, was actually worth $440 million.Credit Suisse maintained throughout Lescaudron's criminal trial that he operated alone and concealed his activities from colleagues and supervisors. Courts in both Bermuda and Singapore rejected that characterization, finding the bank's systems and oversight fell short.The case was one of several scandals that eroded investor confidence in Credit Suisse before its collapse and forced merger with UBS. While the Privy Council decision settles the Bermuda litigation, questions remain about when and how payment will be made given sanctions against Ivanishvili and ongoing geopolitical complications. This article was written by Damian Chmiel at www.financemagnates.com.

Limassol, Cyprus - November 2025, easyMarkets, a leading CFD broker, today announces a significant leadership transition as it appoints a new CEO to drive the company’s next era of growth, innovation and global expansion.After more than a decade of visionary leadership, Nikos Antoniades will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer. Having joined the company in 2007 and assuming the CEO position in 2014, Nikos has been instrumental in transforming easyMarkets into a trusted name in global trading. He has led the company through major regulatory milestones, platform advancements, and consistent expansion. Succeeding him as CEO is Koula Lamprou, who brings over 16 years of experience at easyMarkets across senior financial and operational roles. With a proven track record in strategic growth and financial leadership, Koula brings deep institutional knowledge and a modern leadership style defined by collaboration, clarity, and accountability. Her appointment reinforces easyMarkets commitment to innovation, transparency, and long-term client success.In another key appointment, Garen Meserlian has been appointed Chief Operating Officer. Garen’s expertise in brand strategy, consumer behaviour, and digital transformation has already reshaped the company’s marketing and digital approach. As COO, he will now play a broader role in aligning business operations with easyMarkets strategic vision and client-first mission.“These changes reflect the strength of our leadership and the company’s commitment to continuous evolution,” said Nikos Antoniades. “I am proud of what we have accomplished so far and confident that under Koula’s and Garen’s leadership, easyMarkets will achieve even greater success.”“I’m honoured to step into the role of CEO,” said Koula Lamprou. “With the strong groundwork already in place, we are ready to elevate our vision, staying true to our values of innovation, transparency and a relentless commitment of empowering traders globally.”easyMarkets extends its heartfelt thanks to Nikos for his exceptional leadership, vision and dedication. His legacy remains embedded in the foundation of the company’s culture and its continued growth.For more information on easyMarkets, please contact Georgia Kyriakou, Digital PR Manager, Email: support@easy-markets.com, Tel: 25 828899 ABOUT easyMarkets easyMarkets, founded in 2001, is an award-winning global broker. One of the first to offer an online experience with innovative risk management tools, including Guaranteed Stop Loss with No Slippage* and easyTrade. easyMarkets provides its sizeable clientele with a streamlined, accessible, and flexible trading experience. Offering over 275 tradeable instruments, tight fixed spreads, and 24/5 dedicated support to traders around the world, easyMarkets continues to revolutionize the trading sector by providing unparalleled security and safeguards for client funds and consistently prioritizing client commitment and satisfaction. *Guaranteed Stop Loss with no Slippage is only available on easyMarkets web & app trading platform. Activate with wider spread for total risk control. This article was written by FM Contributors at www.financemagnates.com.

StoneX Group Inc. reported its strongest quarterly performance on record for the three months ended Sept. 30, with net income jumping 12% to $85.7 million despite absorbing acquisition-related costs that cut nearly 14 cents per share from earnings.The financial services firm notched net operating revenues of $585.1 million for the fiscal fourth quarter, up 29% from the year-ago period. For the full fiscal year 2025, StoneX generated net income of $305.9 million, a 17% increase that marked another annual record for the company.CFD Revenues Decline Amid Lower VolatilityForeign exchange and contracts for difference (CFDs) trading softened during the quarter, with FX/CFD revenues falling $29.1 million across the company's operations. Average daily volumes in FX/CFD products dropped 7%, while revenue per million dollars traded declined 32% to $83 from $123 in the prior-year quarter.The Self-Directed and Retail segment, which houses most of the firm's CFD activity, saw operating revenues slide 22% to $81.1 million. Segment income fell 51% to $14.5 million from $29.8 million, as diminished currency volatility reduced client trading activity. For the full fiscal year, however, the retail unit posted a 12% gain in segment income to $129.6 million.The quarter's CFD weakness stood in contrast to strength elsewhere in the business, where two major acquisitions and surging equities volumes offset the retail trading slowdown.It is worth noting that StoneX is the parent company of the CFD brokers Forex.com and City Index. Key Financial MetricsTwo Major Deals Close in Fourth QuarterStoneX wrapped up fiscal 2025 with back-to-back acquisitions that expanded its footprint in futures clearing and investment banking. The R.J. O'Brien purchase, which closed July 31, brought in 20 million listed derivative contracts during the quarter and added $141 million in operating revenues. The acquired business contributed $5.6 billion per month in average client equity for the two months following the deal close.To finance the transactions, StoneX increased its senior secured notes from $550 million to $1.175 billion with new bonds due in 2032. The debt issuance closed July 8, just ahead of the R.J. O'Brien acquisition. Interest expense on corporate funding nearly doubled to $27.7 million in the quarter, up 94% from the prior year."We are confident that integrating these acquisitions will allow us to deliver a more comprehensive suite of products to both new and existing clients," Executive Vice-Chairman Sean O'Connor said in a statement.Listed Derivatives Lead Segment GrowthOperating revenues from listed derivatives climbed $89.4 million to $207.6 million, driven almost entirely by the R.J. O'Brien deal. The acquisition contributed $89.5 million to that figure. The Commercial segment added $40.5 million in listed derivatives revenue, while the Institutional unit brought in $48.9 million.Total listed derivative contract volume reached 66.3 million in the quarter, up 15% year-over-year. Average revenue per contract rose to $2.79 from $1.99, a 40% increase. Average client equity in listed derivatives jumped 71% to $11.3 billion, though that figure included the two-month RJO impact.Securities revenues increased $107.6 million to $519.4 million on higher trading volumes and improved margins. Average daily volume climbed 25% to $9.5 billion, while revenue per million dollars traded rose 23% to $315.We’re pleased to share our fiscal 2025 Q4 financial results, which marks the end of another record annual performance in both revenues and net income, and one in which we continue to grow both our product capabilities and client base. Sean O’Connor, Executive Vice-Chairman of… pic.twitter.com/J7YolYgxow— StoneX Group Inc. (@StoneX_Official) November 24, 2025Payments Unit Holds SteadyThe Payments segment delivered $52.1 million in operating revenues, up 7% from the year-ago quarter. Average daily payment volumes increased 13% to $79 million, though revenue per million processed declined 4% to $10,234.Segment income for Payments reached $30.1 million, a 21% increase from the prior year. For fiscal 2025, the unit generated $116.8 million in income, up 4% from fiscal 2024.StoneX ended the fiscal year with total assets of $45.3 billion and stockholders' equity of $2.4 billion. Return on equity was 15.2% for the quarter and 15.6% for the full year. Diluted earnings per share reached $5.89 for the year, up from $5.31 in fiscal 2024. Common shares outstanding increased to 52.2 million from 47.8 million a year earlier, partly due to a three-for-two stock dividend distributed in March. This article was written by Damian Chmiel at www.financemagnates.com.

Prop trading has grown fast over the past few years, and more people are looking for firms that offer fair rules, fast payouts, and real prompt support. During an interview with Finance Magnates, Sumedha, the Chief Financial Officer of Hola Prime, explained how the company is building a stronger and more open space for traders everywhere. Her answers showed a company that takes trading seriously and focuses on giving people the tools they need to grow.Intro to Prop Trading and Why It Matters TodayProp trading allows traders to work with firm-provided capital rather than their own money. This gives new and skilled traders a chance to grow without taking heavy personal risk. Many traders look for firms that treat them fairly, pay on time, and offer proper help. That is where Hola Prime aims to make a difference.What Makes Hola Prime Stand OutHola Prime runs both a prop firm and a licensed brokerage, which gives traders many options under one company. Their key USP is One Hour payouts. They have more than 200 staff members, a large trader community, and teams across different time zones. The company places a strong focus on honest business, fast payments, and clear rules.A Clear and Simple Look at Hola Prime’s ModelHola Prime has built its trading system around simple rules, friendly support, and open communication. They do not make traders wait long for payouts, and they avoid confusing terms. They aim to make the prop trading process smooth and fair.How Their One-Hour Payout System WorksOne of the most significant points made in the interview was their promise of a one-hour payout. Many firms take days, but Hola Prime set up a system that plans payouts a day in advance. Their team follows a solid framework that enables them to process payments quickly and without issues.? SEE HOW HOLA PRIME EXPLAINS THEIR PAYOUT SYSTEM AND TRAINING APPROACH IN DETAIL.Why Hola Prime Focuses on Honest and Open ProcessesHola Prime does something rare: it publishes a daily price report that compares its data with market standards. This helps traders trust the prices they see on the platform. The firm also keeps rules clear so traders know exactly what they can and cannot do.Support System and Training for All Skill LevelsHola Prime offers training and help for beginners, growing traders, and advanced traders.Free Coaching for Every TraderThis is one of their strongest features. Every trader, even those still in the challenge stage, can get free one-on-one coaching. Coaches break down trading concepts and help traders fix common mistakes.Hola Prime TV and Live Trading SessionsHola Prime runs 14 hours of live trading on YouTube every day. Their coaches have decades of experience, and they guide traders through real-time sessions. This is in addition to Free One on One sessions with Coaches, for all their traders, whether in challenge or funded phases. This gives traders an immense opportunity to learn continuously.What’s Coming Next Hola PrimeThe interview also revealed several new developments:Wider launch of their licensed brokerage, Hola Prime MarketsNew challenge typesA new copy trading systemExpansion of their global campaign called “We Are Traders”, which supports traders of all backgrounds, uplifts and celebrates them.? WATCH THE COMPLETE INTERVIEW TO HEAR ALL THE DETAILS.Hola Prime wants trading to be seen as a skill-based profession that anyone can learn with proper support.Hola Prime is building a strong and open setup for people who want to grow in prop trading. Their mix of fast payouts, clear rules, Live TV, free one on one coaching, and a wide selection of platforms makes them stand out in a market that often feels confusing. With new tools and programs coming soon, they continue to support traders who want a fair and stable trading environment.Hola Prime has been awarded Global Most Transparent Prop Firm 2025 at the Finance Magnates Annual Awards, a title that celebrates the brand’s integrity, open communication, and commitment to trader confidence. This article was written by Finance Magnates Staff at www.financemagnates.com.

Australia-licensed Learn to Trade, which offers coaching and training services online for margin forex and contracts for difference (CFD) trading, has failed to comply with local financial services laws, and thus, the local regulator has imposed “additional licence conditions” on it.Join IG, CMC, and Robinhood in London’s leading trading industry event!A Licensed Forex Trading Education PlatformAccording to the Australian Securities & Investments Commission’s (ASIC) announcement today (Tuesday), Learn to Trade failed to comply with a number of its Australian financial services (AFS) licence obligations, which required the lodgement of certain financial documents and notifications.Learn to Trade obtained the AFS licence in January 2010, which allows the platform to provide financial product advice about derivatives, foreign exchange contracts and securities to retail and wholesale clients.Apart from the Australia-focused platform, Learn to Trade also established a presence in the United Kingdom under a separate local entity. ASIC action is only against the Aussie business of the brand.The action came a couple of weeks after the Aussie regulator outlined its enforcement priorities for 2026, which include “financial reporting misconduct, including failure to lodge financial reports.”“Likely to Continue Contravening Its Obligations”The Australian regulator has now revealed that the company failed to lodge its annual financial statements and audit report for the last two consecutive financial years, those ending in 2023 and 2024, within the prescribed timeframe.The regulator also highlighted that the company was late in lodging the required financial statements multiple times since 2012.ASIC has now concluded that “in the future, LTT was likely to continue contravening its obligations under financial services laws.”The Sydney-based company even failed to notify the regulator about the appointment of a new auditor.Following the alleged lapses, the regulator’s new licence conditions require Learn to Trade to appoint an independent compliance consultant to review and assess its procedures for ensuring that it lodges an auditor’s report and financial statements as required under its licence conditions within the prescribed timeframe.Additionally, the consultant needs to consider the company’s “procedures and frameworks for monitoring its compliance with the financial services laws, for identifying and reporting breaches and other relevant policies and procedures.”The regulator further explained that the consultant must provide the regulator with two separate reports so that it can assess whether Learn to Trade is likely to comply with its obligations in the future or whether further action may be needed.FinanceMagnates.com reached out to Learn to Trade but did not receive any response as of press time. This article was written by Arnab Shome at www.financemagnates.com.

A new federal lawsuit has accused Binance of enabling Hamas-linked payments in the years leading up to the October 7, 2023, attack in Israel, placing fresh pressure on the world’s largest crypto exchange and its founder Changpeng Zhao.Digital assets meet tradfi in London at the fmls25According to the Financial Times, the filing claims the platform allowed large volumes of sanctioned money to move undetected, despite previous warnings and U.S. enforcement actions. The filing paints a picture of a platform that became an unregulated financial channel for sanctioned organizations, despite mounting warnings and prior enforcement actions.Binance founder Changpeng Zhao accused of facilitating payments to Hamas https://t.co/qlyh5uuXp5— Financial Times (@FT) November 24, 2025The complaint, filed in U.S. District Court in North Dakota, accuses Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao of allowing U.S.-designated terror groups to transfer funds at scale. Families Claim Binance Enabled Covert TransfersThe suit argues that Binance “deliberately failed to monitor inbound funds,” creating a pathway for Hamas, Hezbollah, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps to circulate money through the exchange.The 306 American plaintiffs reportedly include families of victims killed or kidnapped on October 7. Their attorneys argue that Binance’s lax controls directly contributed to the attack’s financing. The filing claims Binance enabled more than $1 billion in transfers to wallets tied to designated terror organizations, far above the roughly $2,000 in Hamas-linked transactions previously cited by U.S. authorities in 2023. According to the complaint, the exchange allowed users under sanction or seizure orders to move funds between internal accounts, weakening any attempt at enforcement.You may also like: Teng Says Bitcoin May Reclaim Its Price, But Can CZ Reclaim His Role?Investigators cite forensic traces connecting Binance activity to accounts in Gaza, Lebanon, Venezuela, and even North Dakota, where the suit alleges a Hamas-linked account accessed the platform several times from a small town near Fargo. Zhao’s Legal History Adds Context to the CaseZhao pleaded guilty in November 2023 to violating the Bank Secrecy Act after U.S. regulators accused Binance of running an unlicensed money-transmitting business and failing to maintain anti-money-laundering controls. He served four months in federal prison before receiving a presidential pardon last month. The exchange itself paid more than $4 billion in penalties as part of its settlement with U.S. authorities. The suit marks one of the most aggressive legal challenges yet against a major crypto exchange over national-security concerns, and it raises fresh questions about the industry’s ability to monitor cross-border transactions as geopolitical risks rise. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

Thailand-based digital assets exchange Bitkub is exploring an initial public offering in Hong Kong, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The exchange may aim to raise about $200 million, possibly next year, the sources said, adding that discussions are ongoing and details could still change.Digital assets meet tradfi in London at the fmls25Investor interest in cryptocurrency IPOs in 2025 has shown uneven results. While Circle Internet Financial and Galaxy Digital have delivered gains since their listings, other firms, including eToro, Bullish, and Gemini, have seen stock prices fall. [#highlighted-links#] Experts note that lasting gains “require more than initial market enthusiasm,” highlighting the variable performance of crypto companies on public markets this year.Previous Thailand IPO Plan ShelvedBitkub, founded in 2018, previously considered an IPO in Thailand. The plan was dropped due to the weak performance of the domestic stock market. Thailand’s market, one of the worst-performing globally in 2025, has seen listings fall by an average of over 12%, while the main index dropped 10%.Hong Kong as Regional HubThe exchange is Thailand’s largest cryptocurrency platform, with a total 24-hour trading volume of $60.75 million, according to Coingecko.Hong Kong has sought to position itself as a regional hub for digital assets. The Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority have provided a regulatory roadmap for the sector.Crypto Exchange Bullish Valued at $13.2BBullish, a cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, provides a recent example of crypto firms going public. The company made its NYSE debut, with shares rising from the $37 IPO price to close at $68, giving it a valuation of about $13.2 billion. The offering raised $1.1 billion, exceeding initial pricing expectations due to investor demand. Bullish primarily serves institutional clients and has processed $1.25 trillion in transactions, offering spot, margin, and derivatives trading. The IPO adds to a growing number of crypto firms going public, including eToro, Gemini, and Coinbase. This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.