Category: Forex

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August 21, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

EXANTE Names Sergei Solomatin as Director of IT Operations

Solomatin will report directly to Chief Technology Officer Richard Forss. With more than 20 years of experience in mission-critical IT infrastructure, Solomatin has overseen large-scale technology transformations at leading financial institutions, including FINAM, Home Credit and Finance Bank, and Svyaznoy Bank.  His track record spans improving reliability, boosting performance, and driving cost efficiency across private…

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United Fintech announces new office in Madrid
August 21, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

United Fintech Names Rupsa Mukherjee Head of M&A

Mukherjee has 13 years of experience in corporate finance and investment banking across the UK, US, and India.  She previously held roles at Goldman Sachs and Caterpillar, and most recently served as Vice President in Deutsche Bank’s investment banking division in London and New York, advising on M&A transactions worth more than $20 billion.  A…

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August 21, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

DriveWealth Appoints Naureen Hassan as Global CEO

Hassan, a veteran financial services executive, brings decades of experience in digital innovation, operational management, global banking, wealth management and regulatory affairs.  Most recently, she served as President of UBS Americas, where she led a $14 billion revenue business with more than 25,000 staff and oversaw the integration of Credit Suisse in the region.  Her…

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August 20, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

XS.com Granted License From the Financial Services Commission (FSC) in Mauritius

The new authorisation provides the multi-asset broker with a licensed entity in Mauritius, strengthening its ability to serve clients worldwide.  XS.com, founded in Australia in 2010, said the move underlines its commitment to compliance and high-quality service as it scales its global operations. Mohamad Ibrahim, Group Chief Executive Officer at XS.com, said: “We are excited…

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August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

eToro Says 85% of UAE Retail Investors Back Local Stocks

The broker said that the study, based on responses from 1,000 investors in the country, found that 39% of retail participants hold Abu Dhabi equities, 28% hold Dubai equities, and 18% invest in both.  The findings are said to underscore the broad support for homegrown markets. When it comes to the UAE economy, eToro said…

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Robinhood app on mobile
August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Robinhood Launches AI-Powered Digests for UK Customers

The feature, which sits directly on the stock detail page in the app, is said to use generative AI to scan breaking news, analyst reports, technicals and Robinhood’s proprietary data.  It then produces plain-English summaries explaining why a stock is moving, aiming to help investors make more informed decisions. Digests is the first product powered…

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Cboe
August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Cboe Names Prashant Bhatia to Head Enterprise Strategy and Corporate Development

The company revealed that in his role, Bhatia will work with Cboe’s executive leadership team to refine the company’s business strategy, identify growth opportunities and strengthen its competitive positioning across the global derivatives and securities exchange landscape. Craig Donohue, chief executive of Cboe Global Markets, said: “Prashant will be a highly valued addition to our…

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August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

GCEX Appoints Kevin Gillespie to Lead Sales Across UK and EMEA

The company said in a press release on Tuesday that Gillespie  will report directly to Lars Holst, founder and chief executive of the London-headquartered digital assets and FX trading group. Gillespie brings more than 35 years of industry experience, having started his career as an FX trader before moving into institutional sales and business development. …

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Plus500 office
August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Plus500 to Enter Latin America with New Colombia Office

The company said on Tuesday it had received authorisation from the Colombian Financial Superintendence (SFC), allowing it to establish a presence in the country’s over-the-counter trading sector.  The move broadens Plus500’s international footprint and will enable it to build stronger ties with local stakeholders while offering Colombian customers a more localised service. Plus500 operates proprietary…

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