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CloudTech launches institutional crypto trading for APAC
CloudTech Group has introduced RooRooEx, a new digital asset trading platform aimed at providing high-net-worth and individual investors in the Asia-Pacific region with access to institutional-grade crypto trading capabilities.
Coinbase Offers Retail Investors Early IPO Access
Coinbase is reportedly enabling eligible retail investors in the United States to request shares in specific initial public offerings before they commence public trading, starting with Oura's IPO.
CME Group Expands Credit Ecosystem with Leveraged Loan Futures
CME Group has introduced S&P UBS USD Liquid Leveraged Loan Index futures, expanding its credit ecosystem with a new centrally cleared tool for trading, as reported by the source.
Bloomberg FXGO adds programmatic FX options RFQ trading
Bloomberg has enhanced its FXGO platform by introducing a programmatic FX options Request for Quote (RFQ) trading capability, enabling more automated execution for systematic firms accessing its dealer liquidity network.
Kalshi Surges Past Polymarket in Prediction Market Volume
FinanceFeeds reports that Kalshi has significantly outpaced Polymarket in non-sports prediction market volume, reaching $9.6 billion, largely due to its integration with major retail trading platforms like Robinhood and Coinbase, following its acquisition of QCEX.
Allfunds, HSBC launch same-day settlement for HK money market funds
Allfunds has reportedly partnered with HSBC to introduce improved same-day settlement features for money market funds in Hong Kong, as the companies announced.
Bloomberg FXGO API enables programmatic FX options execution
Bloomberg has introduced an FX Options RFQ API on its FXGO platform, allowing buy-side participants to execute programmatic trading for FX options.
Polymarket Trader's 98% Win Rate on KPMG Audited Earnings Bets
A Wall Street Journal report highlights that a group of Polymarket accounts achieved an extraordinary win rate on company earnings bets, all involving companies audited by KPMG, sparking concerns about potential nonpublic information use.
Match-Trader Platform Adds 63 New Indicators, Totaling 84
Match-Trade Technologies has enhanced its Match-Trader platform by integrating 63 additional indicators, expanding the total charting toolkit to 84 built-in options for traders.
Spotware to Unveil cFinancial at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
Spotware Systems will showcase its new institutional liquidity provider, cFinancial, along with updates to cTrader and cBridge, at Forex Expo Dubai 2026, aiming to offer comprehensive solutions for brokers and prop firms.
eToro Launches Nano-Sized Futures for US Indices
eToro has reportedly introduced a new range of nano-sized futures contracts, providing access to four significant US stock market indices, thereby broadening its available investment instruments.
TradingView Integrates Moody's Credit Ratings for Bond Analysis
TradingView announced the integration of Moody’s credit ratings into its platform, providing users with comprehensive bond analysis by incorporating data from all three leading global credit rating agencies.
TradingView integrates Moody's credit ratings
TradingView now provides Moody's credit ratings directly on its bond symbol pages, enabling users to research and compare bond market ratings alongside existing S&P and Fitch integrations.
ExeQution Analytics Solas Tracks FX Client and Hedging Profitability
ExeQution Analytics has introduced Solas, a specialized analytics service designed for foreign exchange desks, aimed at helping them track client and hedging profitability by consolidating various data sources.
AI Trading Portfolio Attracts $27M After 19% Gain
The article reports that an investment portfolio utilizing Anthropic's Claude AI model attracted approximately $27 million from investors through copy trading after achieving a 19.04% return, demonstrating the increasing integration of AI in retail trading.
CoinShares ETNs Now Live on Hargreaves Lansdown
CoinShares has made its Bitcoin and Staked Ethereum exchange-traded notes (ETNs) available to retail investors in the UK through the Hargreaves Lansdown platform, providing access to around two million users.
CoinShares Bitcoin and Ether ETPs List on Hargreaves Lansdown
CoinShares has announced the listing of its physically-backed Bitcoin and Ethereum Exchange Traded Products on Hargreaves Lansdown's platform, making them accessible to two million retail investors following the FCA's recent policy change.
Ondo Finance: US Security Rules Can Allow Single-Stock Futures
Ondo Finance is urging U.S. regulators to permit domestic trading of single-stock perpetual futures, asserting these products align with current security futures regulations without needing new legislative action.
Euroclear and HSBC launch AutoFX for Europe's T+1 shift
Euroclear and HSBC have reportedly partnered to introduce AutoFX, an automated foreign exchange service, designed to streamline currency conversion and liquidity ahead of Europe's impending T+1 settlement shift in 2027.
Euroclear, HSBC Launch Automated FX for T+1 Settlement
Euroclear and HSBC are collaborating to introduce an automated foreign exchange service to assist clients with the upcoming transition to T+1 settlement.
Euroclear and HSBC Launch AutoFX for T+1 Settlement Readiness
Euroclear and HSBC have reportedly formed a collaboration to introduce AutoFX, an automated foreign exchange solution, assisting clients in preparing for the shift to T+1 settlement in European and UK securities markets.
Euroclear and HSBC Launch AutoFX for T+1 Settlement
Euroclear has partnered with HSBC to develop and launch an automated FX service, AutoFX, which will provide currency pricing, conversion, and liquidity for securities settlement, ahead of Europe's move to T+1 settlement in early 2027.
Euroclear Secures 90% Stake in Inversis, Bolstering Funds Business
LeapRate reports that Euroclear finalized its 90% acquisition of Inversis from Banca March, further expanding its funds business in a move towards full ownership.
CME US Zinc Futures Launch: Impact on Retail Traders and Brokers
CME Group has introduced its US Zinc futures contract, providing a new hedging and trading instrument for the metal market, which could impact retail traders and CFD brokers by offering enhanced price discovery and liquidity.
HKEX to Launch SHEIN Options and Warrants Before IPO
HKEX has announced plans to introduce new options products and enable derivative warrant listings for SHEIN shares once the company goes public, broadening investment opportunities.
CME Group to Launch New E-Mini Equity Factor Futures
CME Group announced its intention to introduce E-mini equity factor futures on September 21st, subject to regulatory approval, to enhance its equity product offerings.
Bitfinex Securities closes record $50M tokenized raise for Alkemya
Bitfinex Securities has successfully concluded a record $50 million tokenized capital raise for Alkemya, facilitating fractional digital ownership of nickel through blockchain technology.
Pelican Secures South Africa's First Copy Trading License
Pelican has reportedly secured the first copy trading license in South Africa from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, allowing it to offer its services to brokers in the region under an FSP authorization.
CME Group to Launch Wind Power Futures and Options in Q4 2026
CME Group announced its intention to introduce financially settled Wind Power futures and options by the fourth quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approval, to assist market participants in managing wind energy generation risks.
Japan Explores Blockchain for Real-Time Securities Settlement
Japan's financial authorities and major financial institutions are testing blockchain technology to enable real-time settlement of traditional securities, potentially positioning the nation as a leader in modernizing capital markets.
Haame Tech Drives Trader Success with Advanced Technology
An event featuring Haame and the Super Trader Forum in Hong Kong highlighted how technological advancements can empower traders to achieve success.
Cantor Fitzgerald offers Kalshi event contracts to 3,000 clients
Cantor Fitzgerald is offering its institutional clients access to Kalshi's event contracts, acting as an introducing broker for the CFTC-regulated prediction market, with Susquehanna Predictions providing liquidity.
HSBC, Standard Chartered Trial Swift Blockchain for Tokenized Deposits
HSBC and Standard Chartered reportedly completed the initial live tokenized deposit transaction utilizing Swift's recently introduced blockchain ledger.
HSBC and StanChart Execute First Live Tokenised Deposit on Swift Ledger
Standard Chartered and HSBC have reportedly completed the inaugural tokenised deposit transaction using Swift's blockchain-powered ledger, marking a significant technological advancement in financial operations.
GTCFX: CFD Trading Do's and Don'ts for Account Protection
This article from gtcfx.com provides guidance on best practices and common pitfalls to avoid when engaging in CFD trading.
TradePMR Integrates Artha for Advisor Scenario Planning
The article reports that TradePMR, a subsidiary of Robinhood, has partnered with Artha to integrate advanced scenario planning and rebalancing capabilities into its platform for financial advisors.
Fidelity Proposes 100% Ether Staking for Ethereum ETF
Fidelity Investments has submitted a regulatory filing to the SEC, proposing to enable its Ethereum ETF to stake up to 100% of its Ether holdings, converting it from a passive tracker to an income-generating product.
HSBC Asset Management Invests in AI Modelling Firm Model ML
HSBC Asset Management has reportedly invested in Model ML, an AI modelling firm, according to the source.
MetaQuotes MT5 AI Assistant Surpasses One Trillion Tokens
Finance Magnates reports that MetaQuotes' MT5 client terminal, which launched in July, has processed over one trillion tokens through its built-in AI assistant, indicating rapid user adoption of the new tool.
BlackRock Cuts Bitcoin ETF In-Kind Conversion Minimum to $1 Million
FXStreet reports that BlackRock has reduced the minimum requirement for Bitcoin ETF in-kind conversions from $25 million to $1 million, allowing more investors to convert Bitcoin into shares of their iShares Bitcoin Trust.
FXDS: Optimize Forex Broker Execution and Profitability
FXDS's blog features several articles discussing how forex brokers can leverage liquidity, risk management, and analytics software to optimize execution, control exposure, and enhance profitability in the increasingly competitive and technologically advanced forex brokerage industry.
eToro Halts Outbound eToro Money Payments
FX News Group reports that eToro has temporarily paused outbound eToro Money payments due to an unspecified incident.
CoinSwitch Integrates with TradingView for Crypto Futures
LeapRate reports that CoinSwitch, a prominent Indian crypto platform, has partnered with TradingView to offer its extensive user base direct access to crypto futures trading via Supercharts.
TradingView Adds Indian Crypto Exchange CoinSwitch as Partner
FXNewsGroup reports that Indian crypto platform CoinSwitch has partnered with TradingView, becoming the latest broker to integrate with the trading platform.
Robinhood to offer Y Combinator startup fund to retail investors
Robinhood has announced its intention to list a new fund enabling individuals to invest in startups supported by Y Combinator, according to the source.
BridgeWise AI Investment Tools Integrated into Match-Trader Platform
Finance Magnates reports that BridgeWise has partnered with Match-Trade Technologies to integrate its AI-driven investment analysis tools into the Match-Trader platform, making them available to brokers.
HSBC hires Revolut AI platform architect
eFinancialCareers reports that HSBC has recruited an individual who was instrumental in developing Revolut's agentic AI platform.
Devexperts integrates options-on-futures for brokerage platform
Finance Magnates reports that Devexperts has integrated options-on-futures capabilities into its brokerage platform.
MetroTrade and Devexperts Launch Options on Futures Trading
PR Newswire reports that MetroTrade has partnered with Devexperts to introduce options on futures trading.
Finalto: Rethink FX Risk in Today's Disruptive Markets
Finalto published an article discussing the need for equity managers, FX traders, and investors to reassess conventional beliefs about currency risks amidst a disruptive financial environment.
Finalto Market Commentary: AI, BoJ Normalization, and Housing
This article from Finalto presents a market commentary page with several news items, including an analysis of AI's future in the crypto industry and the Bank of Japan's normalization signals.
Finalto: Compliance Tech Boosts Broker Efficiency and Client Relations
Finalto highlights on its website that modern compliance technology can offer retail brokers an advantage by boosting operational efficiency and improving client relations.
Finalto: Flexible Crypto Trading Strategies Amid Evolving Tech and Regulation
Finalto published an article discussing the need for flexible trading strategies in response to evolving technology and regulations in the cryptocurrency market.
Finalto UK CEO Paul Groves on 2025 Market Dynamics
Finalto's website provides news and insights categorized by various topics within the financial industry, including a Q&A with UK CEO Paul Groves discussing the company's achievements and market dynamics.
Finalto Asia Discusses Regional Trends at iFX EXPO Asia 2025
Finalto Asia has participated in a Q&A session ahead of iFX EXPO Asia 2025, discussing regional trends and creating value, as reported by the source.
eToro: Singapore Fuel Crisis Tests Grab's EV and Robotaxi Bets
eToro discusses how Singapore's fuel crisis and Grab's strategies, including electric vehicles and robotaxis, may impact investors, highlighting the broader implications of energy market changes and technological advancements for the company and the region's taxi market.
eToro Launches AI-First App to Enhance User Experience
eToro announced the launch of a new AI-first, smart, and social application to enhance its user experience.
Horizon launches native Kalshi connectivity for institutional traders
Horizon Trading Solutions has announced expanded capabilities for market making on Kalshi, offering its institutional clients native connectivity to the CFTC-regulated prediction market. This enhancement allows institutional traders to utilize Horizon's electronic trading solutions and algorithmic technology for improved access to Kalshi's platform.
Waton Financial Bets On AI Agents With Launch Of MoTA Alpha
Waton Financial has launched MoTA Alpha, a significant upgrade to its AI investment platform, shifting its focus from traditional brokerage to AI-native fintech. This new release features an open marketplace for third-party AI trading agents and enhanced multi-agent collaboration tools. The platform aims to centralize specialized AI agents for research, analysis, risk management, and execution, with human oversight.
CME Group Launches Agriculture Index to Track Global Farm Economy Across 5 Commodity Sectors
CME Group has launched a new Agriculture Index designed to provide a unified price benchmark. This index tracks the aggregate performance of five key sectors in the global farm economy, integrating futures prices across various agricultural commodities.