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Daman Markets appoints Meenaz Sayyed as VP of Sales, continuing its leadership expansion with experienced professionals from top financial firms. The Dubai-based broker strengthens its executive team after recent hires including Omar Qaryouti as COO and Samer Fakhridin in trade operations. Daman Markets has appointed Meenaz Sayyed as Vice President of Sales. Sayyed joins from IG Group, where she worked as an Account Executive for the MENA region. Her previous roles include positions at Exuberance Wealth Management, Century Financial, HSBC, and JP Morgan. This strategic hire is part of Daman Markets’ ongoing expansion, which has seen several key appointments recently,…

iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 begins with strong turnout and engaging discussions on fintech, trading trends, and regulatory developments. iFX EXPO LATAM 2025 begins with strong participation and a powerful sense of connection among fintech, trading, and finance professionals in Mexico City. Day 1 featured insightful panel discussions, product showcases, and high-impact networking as leaders explored the latest market innovations and regional growth opportunities. The atmosphere reflected real momentum, with attendees actively engaging in conversations that matter—from regulatory updates to fintech advancements.

Zodia Markets partners with Finery Markets to offer institutional clients faster crypto and FX trading with same-day settlement capabilities. Zodia Markets has partnered with Finery Markets to simplify institutional access to digital asset and fiat liquidity. The collaboration enables Finery Markets’ clients to access Zodia’s competitive FX pricing and same-day settlement, creating a faster and more efficient trading experience. Using Zodia’s Request-for-Quote (RFQ) system, institutions can now receive real-time pricing through a single connection, cutting down technical complexities and onboarding delays.

BrightFunded integrates cTrader to offer traders advanced tools, improved performance, and a transparent, trader-first trading environment. BrightFunded has officially partnered with Spotware, the developer of the cTrader multi-asset trading platform. By integrating cTrader’s advanced trading tools and intuitive interface, BrightFunded is elevating its services to meet top industry standards. The partnership supports BrightFunded mission to create a trader-first environment, offering over 150 instruments, including 40+ crypto pairs, and a fast, reliable payout system with average processing times of just four hours.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 2025 – The financial world is turning its eyes to the UAE’s capital as Money Expo Abu Dhabi 2025 gets ready to make its grand debut. Scheduled for April 23–24, 2025, at the prestigious Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, this landmark event is poised to become the most influential financial and fintech gathering in the region. As a rising global financial hub, Abu Dhabi provides the perfect backdrop for this dynamic event where investors, traders, brokers, fintech innovators, and financial professionals will come together to share knowledge, foster collaborations, and shape the future of finance…

Traze secures UAE SCA First Category Licence, expanding its financial services to retail and institutional investors in the Middle East. Traze has received a First Category Licence from the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). This licence allows Traze to offer brokerage, portfolio management, and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients across the UAE and surrounding regions. With this move, Traze aims to strengthen its market presence and deliver regulated financial services with greater transparency and investor protection. The broker also operates in South Africa and is backed by the same group behind ZFX. With increasing interest in the…

RoboMarkets adds over 1,160 new assets to R StocksTrader, including US, UK, European stocks and UCITS ETFs. RoboMarkets has upgraded its R StocksTrader platform by adding over 1,160 new financial instruments. Clients can now invest in a wider range of stocks from the US, Europe, the UK, and Switzerland, along with UCITS ETFs. This update includes 679 US stocks, 391 European and UK stocks, 73 Swiss stocks, and 23 UCITS ETFs, covering sectors like healthcare, technology, and finance. RoboMarkets has also introduced zero commission on European stocks and ETFs, halved markup spreads, and opened access to UCITS ETFs for retail…

CPT Markets appoints Muhammad Hasnain as Senior Business Development Manager to lead growth efforts across Dubai and the wider MENA region. CPT Markets has announced the appointment of Dubai-based executive Muhammad Hasnain as Senior Business Development Manager. Muhammad Hasnain brings a strong background in financial services, having previously served at Doo Group and AUS Global, where he gained valuable experience in client relations and business development. His appointment follows CPT Markets’ recent acquisition of a Category Five license from the UAE’s Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA), signaling its intent to strengthen regional operations. Controlled by UAE-based entrepreneur Zhijian Wang, CPT…

DB Investing appoints Gad Elkareem as Head of Business Development to lead strategic expansion across the MENA trading market. DB Investing has appointed Gad Elkareem as its new Head of Business Development. With extensive experience in the trading and financial services sector, Elkareem previously served as Senior Business Development Manager at AUS Global, focusing on the MENA region. The strategic hire signals DB Investing’s continued push to expand its footprint across key Middle Eastern markets. DB Investing is recognized for offering a wide range of trading instruments and advanced tools to global traders. Regulated by the UAE’s Securities & Commodities…

Brokeree’s Prop Pulse now supports cTrader, allowing prop firms to manage trader journeys from onboarding to funded stages seamlessly. Brokeree Solutions, a global provider of fintech tools for brokers and prop trading firms, has announced the integration of its Prop Pulse solution with Spotware cTrader platform. cTrader, known for its powerful trading infrastructure, will now support Brokeree all-in-one account management tool tailored for prop trading businesses. This strategic move—following their January 2025 collaboration on Brokeree’s Social Trading solution—strengthens the tech ecosystem for cTrader users. The integration offers risk management features, emergency alerts, and flexible control for both start-ups and seasoned…