The company said the licence approval is set to bolster its capacity to facilitate larger capital raises and broaden its investment offerings. The newly gained licence enables NSI to specialise in private placements of securities and referral business. It is designed to assist companies raising equity capital under Regulation A (Reg A) and Regulation D…
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The regulator said that between June 2020 and February 2022, Travis Klein, a trader at the bank, was able to record and conceal these fraudulent trades to mask his mounting losses. Despite previous warnings about weaknesses in its systems, Macquarie Bank failed to implement effective measures to prevent such misconduct, according to the FCA. “Despite…
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The company said in its press release that the collaboration aims to simplify and accelerate the onboarding process for sell-side clients, reducing operational risks and costs. They explain that by integrating LTX with TransFICC's One API for eTrading platform, dealers are able to swiftly and efficiently connect to LTX's innovative RFQ+ trading protocol, with the…
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This latest funding round, led by Citi and including increased participation from State Street, will fuel Capitolis' continued expansion across both its Capital Marketplace and Portfolio Optimisation divisions. The company, which says it aims to create “safer and more dynamic capital markets,” added that each bank will invest $5 million and will join the company's…
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The move allows users to trade top cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum in HKD and USD directly within the ZA Bank app. The bank's decision to offer crypto trading services comes in response to the surging global demand for cryptocurrencies. They noted that with over 560 million users worldwide and a market capitalisation exceeding $3…
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The FCA announced the decision and said it follows Barclays’ withdrawal of its referral of the case to the Upper Tribunal. “The action was based on findings which included that Barclays' conduct in its October 2008 capital raising was reckless and lacked integrity,” stated the FCA. The regulator explained that it first issued warning notices…
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The company’s CEO, Lord Peter Cruddas, clarified recent reports about a write-off of the initial investment in StrikeX. Cruddas stressed that the write-off was merely an accounting decision and did not reflect a change in CMC Markets' belief in StrikeX's potential or their strategic partnership. CMC said the change does not reflect our belief in…
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Networking Blitz at FMLS 2024 FMLS 2024 kicked off with a Networking Blitz at The Folly, where ATFX Connect executives connected with other industry leaders over drinks and appetizers. This event set the stage for ATFX Connect’s participation, demonstrating the company's proactive approach to industry networking, provided an excellent opportunity for ATFX Connect to reinforce its…
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The financial services firm said in a press release that the new capability, which complements its existing 24-hour futures trading, provides increased flexibility and access to US markets for investors. By enabling 24-hour equity trading, Wedbush said it “empowers investors” to capitalise on market movements during off-peak hours, particularly benefiting investors in Asia and other…
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The company revealed that in his new role, Chow will be responsible for driving HKEX’s sustainability strategy, ensuring ESG considerations are integrated into all aspects of the company’s operations. He will also continue to lead the Group’s legal and secretarial services functions as Group General Counsel. Chow joined HKEX in April 2021 as Group General…
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