LeapRate Exclusive... Singapore-based OneBit, a wallet app that lets you spend bitcoin, in real time, anywhere that accepts credit cards via NFC has today announced a new closed beta testing has commenced. In this beta version, the virtual card is live for testing, not the mobile app. A few things to note: 1. Currently, the…
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Alpari UK special administrator KPMG issued an announcement today stating that following the Joint Special Administrators obtaining an order from the Court to approve the mechanics of closing the client money pool, it has adjudicated all claims, and sent notices of full or partial rejection where KPMG considers it appropriate. Worth noting is one very…
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8 Securities, an Asia-Pacific robo-advisor with licensed offices in Hong Kong and Tokyo, launched its investing app 'Chloe' on Google Play and the Apple Store today. The service is free for accounts under HK $8,888 (USD $1,145). Back in May, LeapRate reported on the launch of 8 Securities, and their commission-free investment accounts. How does the app 'Chloe'…
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The National Futures Association (NFA) today, December 19, 2016, at an NFA Hearing Panel, issued a Decision accepting Forex introducing broker Avail Trading Corp (Avail Trading) and David Manoukian's settlement offer and imposed a $30,000 fine to be paid within 30 days. On June 30, 2016, NFA's Business Conduct Committee (BCC) issued a Complaint to…
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NinjaTrader Group, LLC the Denver-headquartered trading platform provider announced today that as part of its NinjaTrader 8 500 + user-driven enhancements, the company has redesigned its 'Alerts' functionality, which now allows for the execution of complex, multifaceted conditions in the Market Analyzer, Hot List Analyzer or Charting modules. The new alerting system is a point…
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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) today filed an Order instituting proceedings and settling charges against Convergent Wealth Advisors LLC (Convergence), an investment advisory firm located in Potomac, Maryland. The CFTC Order requires Convergent to pay an $800,000 civil monetary penalty and prohibits Convergent from violating the provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act and…
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The following post is courtesy of Kiana Danial, CEO of Invest Diva, an award-winning, internationally recognized personal investing and wealth management expert. She is a highly sought-after professional speaker, author and executive coach who delivers inspirational workshops and seminars to corporations, universities and entrepreneurial groups. She is a frequent expert on many TV and radio…
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AxiomSL, the global provider of regulatory reporting, data and risk management solutions, announced the appointment of Olivier Kamoun as the company’s global Chief Product Officer. This appointment highlights the company’s focus and investment in developing innovative solutions to address the ever-changing regulatory and compliance reporting landscape. In his role, Olivier will be responsible for driving…
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Itiviti, a global technology provider for the capital markets industry, today announced that Deutsche Börse has signed a long-term agreement to use its Tbricks by Itiviti platform. Tbricks by Itiviti is a modern system designed for constant change, combining a high-performance core with flexible, app-based business logic. Deutsche Börse will use Tbricks by Itiviti for…
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E-Global Trade & Finance Group, the holding company of popular retail FX broker brands Forex4you and Share4you announced it has received authorization from the Luxembourg Ministry of Finance and Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier to operate a brokerage as E-Global Trade & Finance Luxembourg S.A. According to the company, the license (which was authorized last…
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