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  • iFOREX Scores Again—Now Trading on the Pitch with Lech Poznań

    iFOREX Scores Again—Now Trading on the Pitch with Lech Poznań

    iFOREX is ramping up its brand visibility ahead of its anticipated IPO by partnering with Polish football champions Lech Poznań. The broker has been named the club’s Official Online Trading Partner and non-exclusive Official Sleeve Partner for the upcoming season. This move follows a recent renewal of its sponsorship with Dutch club PSV Eindhoven, reinforcing iFOREX’s growing presence in European sports marketing.

    CEO Itai Sadeh described the partnership as a strategic step in connecting with European communities and expanding the company’s global footprint. With Lech Poznań boasting a strong domestic following and significant social media reach, the collaboration is expected to enhance iFOREX’s brand exposure across multiple channels.

    While financial terms weren’t disclosed, the sponsorship aligns with a broader trend of CFD brokers investing in sports partnerships to boost recognition. The announcement comes as iFOREX prepares for a London Stock Exchange listing, though the IPO has been delayed due to a compliance review in the British Virgin Islands.

    About iFOREX
    iFOREX is a global fintech company with over 25 years of experience, offering a proprietary online and mobile trading platform for multi-asset CFDs. With a strong presence in over 30 countries and more than 60,000 daily transactions, the platform supports 21+ languages and boasts an annual trading volume exceeding $460 billion.

    • User-Friendly Platform: Advanced trading tools, real-time pricing, and intuitive interfaces for both desktop and mobile.
    • Client Loyalty: 56% of revenue comes from clients who’ve been with iFOREX for over three years.
    • Risk Management: Features like negative balance protection and stop-loss orders help safeguard traders.
    • Education & Support: Free 1-on-1 training, market updates, and multilingual support.
    • Brand Visibility: Strategic sports sponsorships, including partnerships with PSV Eindhoven and Lech Poznań, enhance brand recognition across Europe.

    Compliance & Trust
    iFOREX Europe is regulated by CySEC and adheres to strict EU marketing guidelines. Promotions must include risk warnings and avoid exaggerated claims.

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  • eToro Launches 4% Stock-Back Debit Card for UK Customers

    eToro Launches 4% Stock-Back Debit Card for UK Customers

    eToro has unveiled a compelling new incentive for UK users of its Visa debit card: up to 4% cashback in the form of UK-listed stocks. The initiative allows cardholders to earn equity rewards on everyday purchases, with a monthly cap of £1,500 in stock value.

    The programme enables users to select from a curated list of UK equities to receive as cashback. These stock rewards can either be held as investments or sold at the user’s discretion. According to Doron Rosenblum, Executive Vice President of Business Solutions at eToro, the offering is designed to integrate spending with long-term investing goals.

    “Eligible eToro UK clients can now manage their money efficiently while building their investment portfolios through everyday spending,” Rosenblum noted.

    Dan Moczulski, Managing Director of eToro UK, added that the initiative aims to “redefine cashback” by turning routine purchases—from coffee to groceries—into incremental stock ownership.

    The launch follows eToro’s recent public listing on Nasdaq, which raised $403 million. The company’s aggressive push into the debit card space reflects a broader trend among brokers to enhance user engagement through financial incentives. Competitors such as IG Group and NAGA have also introduced interest-bearing features on idle cash balances to attract and retain clients.

    eToro’s stock-back debit card is part of its broader mission to lower the barriers to investing and foster habitual wealth-building through accessible tools.

    About eToro

    Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Israel, eToro Group Ltd. is a global multi-asset investment platform known for pioneering social trading. The company enables users to trade and invest in equities, cryptocurrencies, commodities, currencies, and options—either directly or via derivatives. With over 38 million registered users across 140 countries, eToro combines traditional investing with innovative tools like CopyTrader™ and thematic portfolios.

    eToro operates under regulatory oversight from the FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), ASIC (Australia), and FinCEN (US). In 2025, the company went public on the Nasdaq under the ticker ETOR, achieving a valuation of $5.5 billion. Its ecosystem includes eToro Money, eToro Academy, and a growing suite of financial education and trading tools.

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  • Moneta Markets Unveils Prop Trading Venture, Launches Executive Search

    Moneta Markets Unveils Prop Trading Venture, Launches Executive Search

    Moneta Markets is preparing to enter the proprietary trading space with the launch of a dedicated prop trading firm. The initiative, led by CEO and Founder David Bily, is nearing completion, with the company now actively recruiting a General Manager to spearhead operations.

    In a recent LinkedIn announcement, Bily described the ideal candidate as a “results-driven” leader capable of scaling the new venture into a competitive force within the industry. The role will encompass team building, operational oversight, performance management, and strategic growth.

    “The product is nearly ready,” Bily stated. “Now I just need the right person to scale it into a fierce industry competitor.”

    The firm is targeting candidates with proven experience in proprietary trading, strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities, and a deep understanding of risk management and trader support. Sales and marketing expertise are also key, with a preference for candidates based in Dubai or willing to relocate.

    This move signals Moneta Markets’ broader ambition to diversify its offerings and tap into the growing demand for structured trading opportunities.

    Industry Recognition

    Moneta Markets has earned multiple accolades at the ADVFN International Financial Awards, including Best Low Cost Broker and Best Forex Trading App in 2025. These awards underscore the firm’s commitment to delivering accessible, high-performance trading solutions to a global client base.

    About Moneta Markets

    Founded in 2009 and headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands, Moneta Markets is a multi-asset trading platform offering access to over 1,000 instruments, including forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and ETFs. The company operates globally with regulatory oversight from the FSCA and SLIBC, and it maintains client fund security through segregated accounts and negative balance protection.

    Moneta Markets handles over $100 billion in monthly trading volume and supports a suite of platforms including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ProTrader, and AppTrader. With a client base exceeding 70,000 accounts and more than 1.5 million trades executed monthly, the firm has positioned itself as a trusted name in the online trading space.

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  • CMC Markets Insider Activity Draws Attention Amid Share Price Pressure

    CMC Markets Insider Activity Draws Attention Amid Share Price Pressure

    A recent regulatory filing has revealed that Victoria Fineberg, a person closely associated with David Fineberg, Deputy CEO of CMC Markets, has sold approximately £252,000 worth of shares in the London-listed brokerage. The transaction, disclosed via the London Stock Exchange, involved the disposal of 100,000 CMCX shares over four trading sessions beginning last Monday.

    This development comes at a time when CMC Markets’ stock has been under pressure, having declined by roughly 13% since the release of its FY25 financial results. Despite reporting a 33% increase in pre-tax profit to £84.5 million, the company’s performance in the final quarter of the fiscal year fell short of expectations, contributing to the recent share price weakness.

    Diverging Insider Moves

    Interestingly, while Victoria Fineberg has reduced her exposure, Deputy CEO David Fineberg has continued to increase his stake in the company. Earlier this year, he acquired over £420,000 worth of CMCX shares through his self-invested pension plan and continues to receive additional shares through the firm’s incentive scheme.

    This divergence in insider activity has sparked interest among market watchers, particularly given the broader context of CMC’s evolving business strategy and market positioning.

    Ownership Structure and Strategic Direction

    Lord Peter Cruddas, the company’s founder and CEO, remains the dominant shareholder, holding approximately 64% of the company’s equity. Institutional investors such as Aberforth and Schroders each maintain stakes of around 5%, while the remaining shares are distributed among retail investors, employees, and other stakeholders.

    CMC Markets operates both retail and institutional trading divisions, offering a wide range of CFD products and white-label solutions. Notably, the firm powers trading services for platforms like Revolut and has expanded its reach through partnerships such as its white-label deal with ASB Bank in New Zealand.

    Embracing Innovation

    While CMC has expanded into areas like DeFi, Web3, and white-label partnerships with fintechs such as Revolut and ASB Bank, many investors appear unconvinced that these moves are translating into sustainable growth. The company’s Q4 FY25 results fell short of expectations, triggering a 13% drop in share price and reinforcing concerns about execution risk and earnings volatility.

    Adding to the unease, analysts have issued a “Reduce” consensus rating, with a 12-month price target of GBX 192, implying a potential 24% downside from current levels. This bearish outlook reflects doubts about the company’s ability to deliver consistent returns amid a rapidly evolving trading landscape.

    Despite a 33% rise in pre-tax profit, the company’s final quarter underperformance and reliance on founder Lord Cruddas, who holds a 64% stake, have raised questions about governance and strategic agility. Some investors worry that the firm’s heavy founder ownership may limit responsiveness to market pressures or shareholder input.

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  • Hantec Markets Partners with Swiset to Deliver Real-Time Analytics and Gamified Engagement Tools to Trader

    Hantec Markets Partners with Swiset to Deliver Real-Time Analytics and Gamified Engagement Tools to Trader

    Global multi-regulated broker Hantec Markets has announced a strategic partnership with fintech innovator Swiset, aiming to enhance the trading experience for its clients through the integration of real-time analytics, performance tracking, and gamified engagement tools.

    This collaboration marks a significant step in Hantec’s ongoing mission to empower traders with cutting-edge technology and actionable insights. By embedding Swiset’s platform into its trading environment, Hantec is offering clients a more interactive and data-driven approach to trading—one that supports both skill development and community engagement.

    “Together, we’re helping traders of all levels unlock their potential, backed by the technologies and tools that matter,” said Raj Naik, Chief Marketing Officer at Hantec Markets.

    A New Era of Trader Engagement

    The integration will provide Hantec clients with access to a suite of tools designed to elevate their trading journey. These include real-time trade analytics, performance dashboards, and interactive challenges that allow users to track progress, benchmark against peers, and participate in competitions.

    The first initiative under this partnership is a demo trading competition, offering participants the chance to win exclusive prizes—including a VIP matchday experience with Atlético de Madrid, one of Hantec’s key brand partners.

    Swiset’s platform is already known for its robust capabilities in portfolio management, trader performance analysis, and gamified learning environments. It supports seamless integration with popular trading platforms like MetaTrader and cTrader, enabling brokers and proprietary trading firms to deliver a more engaging and educational experience to their users.

    “At Swiset, we are building an ecosystem where traders don’t just compete—they evolve,” said Andrés Jiménez, COO of Swiset. “Collaborating with a leading broker like Hantec strengthens our commitment to excellence, community, and innovation.”

    Driving Innovation in Retail Trading

    This partnership reflects a broader trend in the retail trading space: the shift toward personalized, data-rich, and community-driven platforms. As traders increasingly seek tools that go beyond execution—tools that help them learn, grow, and connect—brokers like Hantec are responding with strategic investments in fintech partnerships.

    By combining Hantec’s global trading infrastructure with Swiset’s analytics and engagement engine, the two companies are creating a more dynamic and supportive environment for traders of all experience levels.

    The move also reinforces Hantec’s commitment to transparency, education, and trader empowerment, aligning with its broader vision of delivering a best-in-class trading experience.

    With over 500 employees worldwide, a growing list of industry accolades—including “Most Transparent Broker Global” and “Best Trading Experience LatAm”—and a strong focus on client success, Hantec Markets continues to redefine what it means to be a modern broker.

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  • ATFX Connect Expands Prime Brokerage Capabilities with Standard Chartered Partnership

    ATFX Connect Expands Prime Brokerage Capabilities with Standard Chartered Partnership

    ATFX Connect, the institutional division of ATFX Group, has announced a strategic collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank, marking the addition of the bank as its second foreign exchange prime broker. This move significantly enhances ATFX Connect’s institutional service offerings and strengthens its global market presence.

    The partnership integrates Standard Chartered’s top-tier prime brokerage services into ATFX Connect’s advanced liquidity infrastructure. This expansion is set to benefit a broader range of institutional clients by offering deeper market access and a more robust trading environment.

    “As we grow our FX prime brokerage services, our focus remains on delivering transparent, direct market access to institutional clients,” said Wei Qiang Zhang, Managing Director at ATFX Connect. “Standard Chartered’s capabilities align perfectly with our existing framework and elevate the quality of service we provide.”

    ATFX Connect caters to institutional and professional traders through both Agency Prime Brokerage and Margin accounts. Its liquidity pool is built from Tier 1 banks and non-bank providers, offering trading in Spot FX, NDFs, indices, commodities, and precious metals. Clients can connect via FIX API, third-party platforms, or ATFX’s proprietary systems.

    This development underscores ATFX Connect’s commitment to delivering tailored, high-performance trading solutions to hedge funds, banks, asset managers, and other institutional players.

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  • Singapore Traders Gain Access to Fractional Shares with Saxo

    Singapore Traders Gain Access to Fractional Shares with Saxo

    Saxo has introduced fractional trading for its clients in Singapore, allowing investors to purchase fractional units of over 1,000 instruments across multiple asset classes.

    This new feature enables traders to invest in high-priced stocks with smaller amounts of capital, making portfolio construction more flexible and accessible.

    Fractional shares allow investors to buy portions of a stock rather than full units, helping them optimize their available funds and diversify their investments more efficiently.

    The service is integrated across all Saxo platforms, ensuring seamless access for users on desktop, web, and mobile interfaces.

    Saxo’s initiative aligns with its broader strategy to democratize investing, providing tools that cater to both beginners and experienced traders.

    The company continues to expand its offerings, reinforcing its commitment to making global financial markets more accessible.

  • iFOREX Holds Off IPO Amid Ongoing Compliance Check

    iFOREX Holds Off IPO Amid Ongoing Compliance Check

    iFOREX Financial Trading Holdings Ltd. has announced a delay in its planned initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange, originally expected to take place in late June.

    The postponement is due to a routine compliance inspection in the British Virgin Islands, which began earlier this year and was disclosed in the company’s registration documents.

    iFOREX has stated that the inspection process is nearing completion and anticipates only a brief delay before proceeding with the IPO.

    Despite the setback, investor interest remains strong, with institutional orders reportedly oversubscribed at the upper end of the valuation range.

    The company remains optimistic about its listing prospects once the compliance review is finalized.

  • ThinkMarkets Introduces Traders’ Gym: Revolutionizing Strategy Backtesting on Mobile

    ThinkMarkets Introduces Traders’ Gym: Revolutionizing Strategy Backtesting on Mobile

    ThinkMarkets, a global leader in online CFD trading, is enhancing its proprietary platform with the launch of Traders’ Gym, an exclusive backtesting tool, on the ThinkTrader mobile app for iOS and Android. This feature allows traders to test their strategies in real-time, 24/7, whether on the web or mobile. The addition aligns with ThinkMarkets’ commitment to building a powerful and seamless trading platform.

    Nauman Anees, CEO and co-founder of ThinkMarkets, expressed excitement about the launch, highlighting that Traders’ Gym has been a highly requested feature. He emphasized that the tool will enhance the overall trading experience by providing users with charting, signals, multiple order types, real-time backtesting, and market news resources.

    ThinkMarkets, established in 2010, offers access to 4,000 CFD instruments across various markets, including FX, indices, commodities, and equities. The company operates globally with offices in London and Melbourne, along with hubs in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and South Africa.