After Nearly 4 Years at Vantage Connect, Institutional FX Executive Joins AlpFin as Managing Director

FM Daily Brief – 6 July 2026


FM Daily Brief – 6 July 2026

FM Daily Brief – 6 July 2026


FM Daily Brief – 6 July 2026

Today’s Monday, the 6th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Vantage launches round-the-clock gold CFD trading, RoboForex brings full trading into Telegram, and Europe is tightening its stance on perpetual futures.


Today’s Monday, the 6th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Vantage launches round-the-clock gold CFD trading, RoboForex brings full trading into Telegram, and Europe is tightening its stance on perpetual futures.

Today’s Monday, the 6th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Vantage launches round-the-clock gold CFD trading, RoboForex brings full trading into Telegram, and Europe is tightening its stance on perpetual futures.


Today’s Monday, the 6th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Vantage launches round-the-clock gold CFD trading, RoboForex brings full trading into Telegram, and Europe is tightening its stance on perpetual futures.

  • The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides


    The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides

    The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides


    The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides

    The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides


    The Future of Brokerage Technology: Quadcode on AI, SaaS & Online Trading | Demetris Makrides

    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment


    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment

    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment


    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment

    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment


    How are AI and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) changing the future of online trading?

    In this exclusive Finance Magnates interview, Adonis Adonis, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Demetris Makrides, Head of Business Development at Quadcode, about the trends shaping the brokerage industry in 2026 and beyond.

    They discuss why more brokers are choosing turnkey solutions over building their own technology, how AI is improving trading platforms, and what brokers need to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

    In this interview:

    ✅ What makes Quadcode’s brokerage solution different
    ✅ Why SaaS is becoming the preferred model for brokers
    ✅ The growing role of AI in online trading
    ✅ Why user experience is now a competitive advantage
    ✅ How brokers can launch faster and scale more efficiently
    ✅ The biggest challenges facing the online trading industry
    ✅ Quadcode’s growth plans and product roadmap

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, growing an existing business, or following the latest fintech trends, this interview offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading.

    #FinanceMagnates #Quadcode #OnlineTrading #BrokerTechnology #Fintech #CFD #Forex #TradingPlatform #AI #SaaS #Brokerage #BusinessDevelopment

  • FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026


    FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026

    FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026


    FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026

    FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026


    FM Daily Brief – 3 July 2026

    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.


    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.

    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.


    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.

    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.


    Today’s Friday, the 3rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: Esma warns that prediction markets may still fall under the EU’s binary options ban, prediction markets surpass 50 billion dollars in monthly trading volume and brokers rethink client engagement in a tougher regulatory landscape.

  • Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets


    Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets

    Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets


    Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets

    Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets


    Why FX Brokers Lose Deposits: SPAYZ.io CCO on Payments, Conversion & Emerging Markets

    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods


    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods

    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods


    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods

    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods


    Are your payment flows costing you clients?

    At iFX EXPO International, Finance Magnates’ Editor-in-Chief Yam Yehoshua speaks with Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer at SPAYZ.io, about why payment strategy has become one of the biggest drivers of broker growth.

    In this interview, Tatjana explains why local payment methods, regional expertise, and close cooperation between brokers and payment providers are essential for improving deposit conversion rates and expanding into emerging markets.

    In this interview:
    – Why brokers lose deposits before clients even start trading
    – The importance of local payment methods and local currencies
    – Why card payments often fail in emerging markets
    – Mobile money, QR payments, and regional payment preferences
    – How brokers can improve payment conversion rates
    – The role of analytics in payment optimisation
    – Why payment success is a shared responsibility between brokers and PSPs
    – The value of long-term partnerships in global payments

    Key Quote:
    “Everything starts with partnership… We are focusing on growth through partnerships, close cooperation, fast reaction, improvements and developments.” — Tatjana Meluskane, Chief Commercial Officer, SPAYZ.io

    If you’re a broker, fintech company, payment provider, or industry professional looking to improve client deposits and payment performance, this interview is packed with practical insights.

    #FinanceMagnates #iFXEXPO #Forex #Payments #Fintech #Brokers #PSP #PaymentGateway #Trading #FX #EmergingMarkets #SPAYZ #ConversionRate #PaymentMethods

  • Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview


    Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview

    Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview


    Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview

    Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview


    Broker Licensing, Cyprus vs Greece & Why UAE Is Winning | Nicos Kezarides Interview

    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets


    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets

    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets


    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets

    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets


    Are tougher regulations making broker licences too expensive? Is Greece becoming a stronger alternative to Cyprus? And could prediction markets become the next major growth area for the trading industry?

    In this exclusive interview from iFX Expo International 2026, Adonis Adoni, News Editor at Finance Magnates, speaks with Nicos Kezarides, CEO of A.P. Standard Chartered Corporate Services Ltd, about the biggest licensing and compliance challenges facing brokers today.

    Nicos Kezarides explains:
    – Why A.P. Standard Chartered operates as a one-stop shop for licensing and compliance
    – The biggest regulatory challenges facing brokers in Cyprus, Seychelles, Mauritius, and beyond
    – Why some firms are considering selling their licences
    – Greece’s growing appeal as a licensing destination
    – Why the UAE continues to attract brokers and industry talent
    – How brokers should approach international expansion
    – Common compliance mistakes during licence applications
    – Why customer support remains a key part of AP’s business
    – His prediction for the next major trend after prop trading

    Whether you’re launching a brokerage, expanding into new markets, or following regulatory developments, this interview provides practical insights from someone with more than 20 years of industry experience.

    #BrokerLicensing #Forex #CFD #Crypto #Compliance #Regulation #TradingIndustry #IFXExpo #FinanceMagnates #CySEC #UAE #Greece #PropTrading #PredictionMarkets

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