Steffy Bogdanova
LeapRate Analyst

Experienced writer and journalist, working in the global online trading sector, Steffy is the Editor of LeapRate. She has previous experience as a copywriter and has been with the company since January 2020. Steffy has a British and American Studies degree from St. Kliment Ochridski University in Sofia.
June 30, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

UK passes regulation on crypto and stablecoin adoption  

Introduced in July 2022, the legislation expands the authority of regulators over the financial system, encompassing cryptocurrencies. The bill underwent parliamentary discussions, amendments were incorporated to classify all crypto-related activities as regulated and to oversee crypto promotions, as well. Furthermore, the bill brings stablecoins to the existing framework of payment regulations. HM Treasury added in…

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June 30, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

CME Group introduces Ether/Bitcoin ratio features

He added: With the addition of Ether/Bitcoin Ratio futures, investors will be able to capture ether and bitcoin exposure in a single trade, without needing to take a directional view. This new contract will help create opportunities for a broad array of clients looking to hedge positions or execute other trading strategies, all in an…

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June 30, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Germany rejects Binance’s application for crypto license

Binance has not yet commented on the denied license bid, however, a spokesmen for the company only shared that "ongoing process" and the exchange continues “to work to meet Bafin's requirements." It is unclear whether the rejection is formal or whether the German regulator has expressed their intention in ongoing discussions. Binance has been facing…

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June 29, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Italy’s Consob blocks E-trade and Active Trades clone sites

The Consob has the authority to block websites offering illegal financial services at an internet service provider level. The regulator stated: Consob draws investors’ attention to the importance of adopting the greatest diligence in order to make informed investment choices, adopting common sense behaviors, essential to safeguard their savings: these include, for websites that offer…

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June 29, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

EU announces modernisation of payment services

The commission is additionally considering granting non-bank payment service providers full access to all payment systems within the EU. This approach aims to establish equal opportunities for both banks and non-banks by implementing a new set of regulations. Furthermore, this measure is anticipated to offer adequate protections for non-bank providers and ensure their entitlement to…

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June 29, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Forex4you adds new trading instruments and anniversary promotions

Communication on Telegram The company also announced the launch of its new official Telegram channel - official_Forex4you. Members of the channel will receive real-time updates on market insights, company announcements, and exclusive promotions, all delivered to a mobile device. Transparency and competitiveness Forex4you further detailed that as the company grows and expands, it remains committed…

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Reduced retail sales curbs the pound
June 29, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Technical analysis: Sterling under pressure following gov. Bailey’s comments

Higher Timeframe Technical View The technical position for GBP/USD reveals price fading long-term resistance on the weekly scale at $1.2767, boasting historical significance as far back as 2016. Consequently, GBP selling should not surprise. Support on the weekly scale is relatively nearby, nevertheless, in the shape of a trendline resistance-turned-support taken from the high of…

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June 28, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

LiquidityBook establishes integration with ICE ETF Hub to streamline ETF primary market and portfolio management processes

Peter Borstelmann, President of ICE Bonds, said: By modernizing and bringing new efficiencies to the creation and redemption process, the ICE ETF Hub offers a powerful platform for accessing the ETF primary market. Connecting with LiquidityBook’s LBX OEMS gives institutional investors seamless access to our workflow over a highly scalable trade management platform, and it…

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June 27, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Weekly data: GBPUSD & gold price action

GBPUSD, daily The negative Claimant change on the 13th as well as the decline in unemployment figures in the United Kingdom had a positive effect on the quid against the dollar while the pausing of the Fed on the 14th had also contributed to the gains seen on the daily chart of the cable pair.…

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