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XTB Profit Drops 24% in 2025 as Marketing Spend Jumps

XTB Profit Drops 24% in 2025 as Marketing Spend Jumps

Key Takeaways XTB’s 2025 net profit fell 24% to PLN 643.8m, despite record operating income of PLN 2.15bn (+15% YoY). Operating expenses jumped 48% to PLN 1.31bn, driven largely by marketing spend rising to PLN 585m. Growth stayed strong, with active clients near 1.19m (+70%) and CFD volumes up to…
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01st Feb 2026

HTFX Exits Cyprus as CySEC Confirms License Withdrawal

Quick Summary HTFX has voluntarily relinquished its CySEC licence, formally exiting the Cyprus regulatory regime. The broker can no longer offer investment services from Cyprus under a Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF) authorisation. CySEC confirmed the withdrawal was not enforcement-related, though HTFX must still meet remaining legal and wind-down obligations.  …
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24th Jan 2026
Capital.com Receives CMA Licence to Operate in Kenya

Capital.com Receives CMA Licence to Operate in Kenya

Quick Summary Capital.com has entered the African market after receiving CMA approval in Kenya The broker has appointed Samwel Kiraka as CEO for its Kenyan operations Capital.com joins a growing list of CFD brokers with a regulated local presence in Kenya   Capital.com has been granted a licence by the…
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15th Jan 2026
Level2 Partners with Webull to Offer No-Code Trading Automation

Level2 Partners with Webull to Offer No-Code Trading Automation

Quick Summary Level2 has partnered with Webull to bring no-code trading automation to retail users The integration allows traders to build, test, and run automated strategies directly within Webull Features include drag-and-drop strategy creation, real-time backtesting, and shared strategies The service is now available to Webull users in the United…
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13th Jan 2026
INGOT Brokers Opens Cyprus Office, Expanding Footprint into the EU

INGOT Brokers Opens Cyprus Office, Expanding Footprint into the EU

Quick Summary INGOT Brokers has opened a new office in Limassol, Cyprus, marking an expansion into the European Union The move adds to the broker’s existing global presence, including Australia, Dubai, Jordan, and Kenya INGOT does not currently hold a European regulatory licence, with no timeline yet confirmed for EU…
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12th Jan 2026
XTB Introduces American-Style Stock Options Under CySEC Oversight

XTB Introduces American-Style Stock Options Under CySEC Oversight

Quick Summary XTB has launched American-style stock options under CySEC regulation, expanding beyond CFDs and FX The initial rollout includes cash-settled options on 100 U.S.-listed equities, with plans to add European stocks Cyprus has been selected as a test market, with further international expansion subject to regulatory approval   XTB…
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12th Jan 2026
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Sirius and Crypto.com Partner to Advance Tokenization in the UAE

Sirius and Crypto.com Partner to Advance Tokenization in the UAE

Sirius International Holding has partnered with Crypto.com to integrate ADI Chain and drive blockchain and digital asset adoption in the UAE. The partnership will explore listing tokenized real-world assets and stablecoins from the Sirius ecosystem on Crypto.com, pending regulatory approvals. Crypto.com Pay may be implemented across Sirius’ portfolio, expanding crypto…
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10th Dec 2025
China Doubles Down on Crypto Ban, Flags Stablecoins as Systemic Risk

China Doubles Down on Crypto Ban, Flags Stablecoins as Systemic Risk

China reaffirms its full ban on crypto trading and mining, declaring digital assets illegal for use in the market. Stablecoins singled out as a financial security threat, with concerns over money laundering and lack of regulatory compliance. Authorities warn of renewed speculation and pledge to intensify enforcement actions. Signals growing…
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01st Dec 2025
Ripple Secures FSRA Greenlight for RLUSD in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM

Ripple Secures Regulator Greenlight for RLUSD in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM

Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin approved for institutional use inside Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The FSRA recognised RLUSD as an Accepted Fiat-Referenced Token, enabling regulated firms to use it for permitted activities. The move is part of Ripple’s broader push to expand in the UAE, following earlier approvals in Dubai’s DIFC.…
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27th Nov 2025
Pepperstone Prepares to Launch Regulated Spot Crypto Exchange

Pepperstone Prepares to Launch Regulated Spot Crypto Exchange

Pepperstone plans to launch its own spot crypto exchange in Australia, signaling direct competition with platforms like Binance and Coinbase. The move comes as traditional brokers increasingly enter the crypto space, aligning with industry shifts and regulatory developments. With Australia’s licensing framework evolving, Pepperstone’s existing ASIC regulation may offer a…
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25th Nov 2025
IG Japan to Cease Crypto ETF CFD Services Following Regulatory Changes

IG Japan to Delist Crypto ETF CFDs Following Regulatory Changes

IG Japan to end crypto ETF CFD services following new regulatory guidance from Japan’s FSA. New orders will stop on December 1, 2025, with all positions liquidated by January 31, 2026. Other IG products remain unaffected and will continue to operate as usual.   IG Securities, the Japanese subsidiary of…
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17th Nov 2025
Sam Bankman-Fried Blames Lawyers for FTX Collapse, Claims Exchange was Still Solvent

Sam Bankman-Fried Blames Lawyers for FTX Collapse, Claims Exchange was Still Solvent

Sam Bankman-Fried claims FTX was never insolvent, blaming lawyers for pushing the exchange into bankruptcy. He argues FTX had $25B in assets against $13B in liabilities, enough to repay customers in full if operations had continued. A 15-page report from prison alleges $100B in lost value and accuses the bankruptcy…
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03rd Nov 2025
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Saudi Fintech-Proptech Safqah Capital Raises $15.2m Seed Round

Saudi Fintech-Proptech Safqah Capital Raises $15.2m Seed Round

Key Takeaways Riyadh-based Safqah Capital raised $15.2m in seed funding to scale Shariah-compliant debt financing for SME real estate developers. The round was led by Shorooq, anb Seed Fund and Rua Growth Fund, with several regional and global investors participating. Safqah plans to expand its product suite, strengthen AI-driven underwriting/risk…
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09th Feb 2026
Tradeweb and MarketAxess Kick Off 2026 with Record January Volumes

Tradeweb and MarketAxess Kick Off 2026 with Record January Volumes

Key Takeaways Tradeweb posted $65.5tn in January volume, with ADV up 26.2% to $3.1tn. MarketAxess hit record total credit ADV of $18.6bn, up 28%, with rates up 19%. Credit markets led the growth, including strong gains in US, Europe and emerging markets.   Tradeweb Markets and MarketAxess reported strong starts…
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09th Feb 2026
Swiss Private Bank Opens Abu Dhabi Hub After ADGM Approval

Swiss Private Bank Opens Abu Dhabi Hub After ADGM Approval

Key Takeaways Swiss private bank Maerki Baumann has opened an Abu Dhabi branch in ADGM after approval from the FSRA. The new hub, branded ARCHIP, will serve crypto, blockchain and tech-focused clients with services including banking, custody, staking and digital asset management. Client servicing will be supported by the bank’s…
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05th Feb 2026
Startale and SBI Unveil Blockchain Exchange for 24/7 Tokenized Asset Trading

Startale and SBI Unveil Blockchain Exchange for 24/7 Tokenized Asset Trading

Key Takeaways Startale Group and SBI Holdings announced the Strium Network on Feb 5, 2026. The platform is built for 24/7 trading of tokenized equities and real-world assets. Strium is expected to launch in the coming months, pending regulatory approvals.   Startale Group and SBI Holdings have announced the launch…
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05th Feb 2026
LMAX Integrates MetaQuotes Ultency Engine to Boost MT5 Execution Speed

LMAX Integrates MetaQuotes Ultency Engine to Boost MT5 Execution Speed

Key Takeaways LMAX integrated MetaQuotes’ Ultency Matching Engine into its MT5 setup to improve execution and connectivity. MT5 brokers routing to LMAX liquidity will benefit from faster order processing and greater stability. The move comes as LMAX expands crypto derivatives, adding 19 new tokens to its perpetual futures lineup.  …
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05th Feb 2026
PayPal Shares Sink Over 20% After Earnings Miss and CEO Shake-Up

PayPal Shares Sink Over 20% After Earnings Miss and CEO Shake-Up

Key Highlights PayPal shares fell more than 20% after the company missed Q4 2025 earnings and revenue expectations. Investors focused on slowing branded checkout growth (1% vs 6% a year ago) amid tougher competition from big tech rivals. PayPal announced a CEO change, with Enrique Lores set to take over…
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03rd Feb 2026
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Crown Agents Bank Subsidiary Gains In-Principle Approval From Abu Dhabi’s ADGM

Crown Agents Bank Subsidiary Gains In-Principle Approval From Abu Dhabi’s ADGM

Crown Agents Bank receives FSRA In-Principle Approval to establish CAB Global Markets in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). Arif Khan appointed as Senior Executive Officer, tasked with leading CAB’s expansion and regional growth strategy. The move supports CAB’s focus on emerging markets, aligning with the UAE’s growing role as a…
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28th Oct 2025
FCA Sues HTX Crypto-Exchange Over Unlawful Promotions

FCA Sues HTX Crypto-Exchange Over Unlawful Promotions

Quick Take FCA files civil lawsuit against crypto exchange HTX for promoting services in the UK without proper authorization. HTX is accused of breaching the Financial Promotions Regime, with prior consumer alerts issued earlier in the year. Regulatory action highlights the FCA’s zero-tolerance approach to unregistered crypto firms targeting UK…
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23rd Oct 2025
XS.com Secures UAE SCA Category 5 License

XS.com Secures SCA Category 5 License in the UAE

XS.com secures UAE SCA Category 5 license, expanding its regulated footprint in the region. The new license allows financial consultation, introduction, and promotion services in the UAE. A new local entity, XStrade Financial Consultation LLC, has been established under the SCA license. Regional Director Shadi Salloum calls the approval “a…
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13th Oct 2025
Exness Expands into MENA with New Jordan Office Following JSC License

Exness Expands into MENA with New Jordan Office Following JSC License

Exness opens first MENA office in Amman after securing Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) license. License held since March 2024, but the broker only now made the approval public. Broker hints at further Middle East expansion in the future.   Global retail broker Exness has officially launched operations in Amman, Jordan,…
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10th Oct 2025
Bybit Becomes First Crypto Exchange Licensed by UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority

Bybit Becomes First Crypto Exchange Licensed by UAE’s SCA

Bybit gains UAE’s first full Virtual Asset License from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). License covers trading, brokerage, custody, and fiat services for all client types. Bybit to expand Abu Dhabi HQ, adding 500 jobs and launching Web3 education programs.   Bybit has become the first cryptocurrency exchange to…
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09th Oct 2025
Dubai VARA Fines 19 Crypto Firms for Unlicensed and Misleading Operations

Dubai VARA Fines 19 Crypto Firms for Unlicensed and Misleading Operations

Unlicensed crypto activity triggers major fines in Dubai crackdown VARA hits 19 digital asset firms with penalties in strict compliance move The crypto companies face up to AED 600,000 fines for license and marketing breaches Cease-and-desist orders were also issued to halt ongoing unlicensed activities   Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory…
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07th Oct 2025
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