When most people think of cryptocurrencies, they think of Bitcoin, Ethereum and blockchain platforms that allow decentralized autonomous applications to operate. The true value of cryptocurrencies lies in the decentralization and independence provided to the people. But the market focuses on something entirely different from that, due to being controlled by big firms, political decisions,…
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Thailand Futures Exchange PCL’s (TFEX) 2017 derivatives trading volume continued to increase to 79 million contracts, or an average of 324,217 contracts per day, a 13.7 percent increase from the previous year, while investor trading accounts rose by 17,275. For 2018, TFEX focuses on improving quality of products and services and developing channels to serve…
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Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced that the shares of EMAAR DEVELOPMENT will be added to its general index (DFMGI) and to sector indices as of Sunday January 7, 2018 lifting the number of companies included in the index to 37 companies. Shares of EMAAR DEVELOPMENT have been added to the DFM General Index and Real…
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AxiomSL, the global provider of regulatory reporting, risk and data management solutions, today announced the appointment of Harry Chopra as Chief Client Officer, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Chopra will oversee AxiomSL’s global business development efforts, implement go-to-market strategies and build worldwide client-driven growth. Mr. Chopra is a veteran in the space and brings…
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FTSE Russell, the global index and data provider, just announced that Seiji Ishii has been appointed Managing Director, Japan. In this role he will be responsible for managing client relationships and spearheading business development in the Japan market. He will work closely with FTSE Russell’s Research, Marketing, Partnerships, Client Services and Custom Solutions teams to…
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ASIC announced that it has permanently banned Mr David Mario Alafaci, of Morphett Vale, South Australia from providing financial services on the basis that he is not of good fame or character. Mr Alafaci was an authorised representative and employee of Centra Wealth Pty Ltd from 2 July 2014 to 11 January 2016 and an…
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NEX Group plc (LON:NXG), a financial technology company at the centre of global markets, announces markets volumes for the month of December 2017. Spot FX results continue its drop from November, this time with 21% YoY, but the numbers look steady looking at the MoM change. US Treasury’s numbers are also down to 148.5 YoY with…
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ASIC announced that it has cancelled the Australian financial services (AFS) license of NSW-based company Smart Trader International Pty Ltd (AFS 475277) for failing to lodging its financial statements and auditor's reports for a period of three years. ASIC Chair Peter Kell said: Licensees are required to lodge financial statements and auditor's reports with ASIC…
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SIX Swiss Exchange announced that it has welcomed Gair Loch Enterprises Ltd as its first new trading participant in 2018. SIX Swiss Exchange offers excellent trading conditions as well as premium products and services. We are happy that Gair Loch Enterprises has joined our exchange and wish them successful trading," commented Gregor Braun, Head Member…
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The following article was written by contributor Kat Smith. Investing is popular for many reasons. You can invest for retirement, to make money, or to build capital to start a business or multiple businesses. Today, we look at investments that can help you launch businesses, no matter what sector you want your business in. Investing…
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