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Israel Warns Beirut Residents; Iran Threatens Strait of Hormuz
Israel has warned residents of southern Beirut to evacuate, threatening stronger strikes if Hezbollah attacks continue. Meanwhile, Iran is prepared to fully block the Strait of Hormuz and activate operations in the Bab el-Mandeb to pressure Israel, according to Tasnim.
US Strikes Iranian Military Sites; Iran Hits US Airbase in Kuwait
CENTCOM reports self-defense strikes on Iranian radar and drone command posts in Iran and on Qeshm Island. Iran retaliated by hitting a US airbase in Kuwait, according to CBS News. The ceasefire remains in effect per CENTCOM.
Global Manufacturing PMIs and Key Events for June 1
A packed day of global manufacturing PMI releases, Swiss GDP, Eurozone unemployment, and corporate events including CME's BTC volatility futures launch and Binance product announcement.
XS.com Wins "Best IB Program" at Wealth Expo Colombia 2026
XS.com received the 'Best IB Program' award at Wealth Expo Colombia 2026, highlighting its Introducing Broker infrastructure and partner-focused ecosystem.
ThinkMarkets Launches MCP Server: AI Can Execute Trades, but Not Access Funds
ThinkMarkets has launched a Model Context Protocol server called ChelseaAI, enabling traders to connect any AI LLM to execute trades on ThinkTrader without logging into the platform.
OANDA Europe Names New CEO as FTMO Founders Step into Co-Leadership
OANDA Europe has appointed Lucian Lauerman as its new CEO. The move comes as FTMO founders take over as co-CEOs of OANDA following the acquisition, and OANDA Prop Trader is transferred to FTMO.
Capital.com Redesigns Mobile App Platform and Brand
Capital.com has unveiled a redesigned mobile app and brand identity centered on helping clients make better trading decisions, featuring an AI assistant, trading analytics, and refined navigation.
ECB's Simkus Backs June Rate Hike; Pereira Urges No Delay
ECB policymaker Simkus reiterated support for a rate hike in June, while colleague Pereira called for swift action amid rising consumer price pressures.
China's Central Bank to Create National Clearing House for Digital Yuan
The People's Bank of China plans to establish a national clearing house for e-CNY transactions, modeled on UnionPay, to accelerate international adoption of the digital yuan.
Iran's Rezaei Accuses US President of Third Diplomatic Betrayal
Mohsen Rezaei, former IRGC commander and current military advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, stated that the US president is betraying diplomacy for the third time by maintaining a naval blockade and making excessive demands in negotiations.
Fed's Schmid Warns Inflation Still High, Warns Against Ignoring Energy Shock
Federal Reserve's Schmid cautions that U.S. inflation remains elevated and that dismissing the current energy shock as temporary is too risky for the central bank.
It Took ICM.com 2 Years to Give Up Its FCA License
ICM.com (formerly ICM Capital) formally surrendered its UK Financial Conduct Authority licence on 2 April 2026, nearly two years after applying to cancel its UK authorisation. The broker completed its UK exit while remaining regulated in offshore jurisdictions including the UAE, Mauritius and Seychelles.
Trading 212 Head of Product Sergei Riabov Leaves to Focus on AI
Trading 212's Head of Product Sergei Riabov departed the company to pursue AI-focused ventures.
AvaTrade Gets License in Kenya
AvaTrade has secured a non-dealing online foreign exchange brokerage license from the Kenyan Capital Markets Authority, becoming the 14th broker to hold such a license in the country.
FXPesa Signs Nairobi City Thunder as Its 2026 Trading Partner
FXPesa, the CMA-licensed Kenyan brand of Equiti Group, signed on as the official trading partner of basketball club Nairobi City Thunder for the 2026 season.
StoneX Approves Three-for-Two Stock Split
StoneX Group Inc., parent of FOREX.com and City Index, has declared a three-for-two stock split to enhance share accessibility for employees and investors.
AMarkets Recognized as 'Most Reliable Broker India' by Blue Crown Awards
AMarkets has been awarded the 'Most Reliable Broker India 2026' title by Blue Crown Awards, recognizing its commitment to security, stability, and innovation in the financial sector.
STARTRADER Launches 39 New US Stocks and ETFs
STARTRADER has expanded its trading platform with 39 new US stocks and ETFs across ten sectors, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, clean energy, space economy and institutional digital assets.
Is Jefferies Preparing to Offload FXCM?
Jefferies Financial Group is reportedly considering selling Stratos, the parent of the FXCM and Tradu CFD brands.
Eightcap Names Bryn Newell CEO
Eightcap has promoted Bryn Newell to CEO after Alex Howard’s departure, while UK CEO Ollie Rosewell has left the firm after seven years.
XTB among the leaders in the Digital Champions CEE 2026 Ranking
XTB has been named a 'Digital Phoenix' in the Digital Champions CEE 2026 ranking, recognizing its valuation above $1 billion and its leading role in the Central and Eastern European fintech sector.
XS.com Named "Best Investment Platform" at Rankia Event in Mexico
Global multi-asset broker XS.com received the 'Best Investment Platform – Mexico 2026' award at Rankia Mexico 2026, its third consecutive recognition in the Rankia LATAM series.
ATFX Appoints Dany Mawas as CEO Africa
ATFX has appointed Dany Mawas as CEO for Africa, reinforcing its expansion strategy across the continent. The broker operates multiple regulated entities globally, including a South African FSCA license.
D Prime Holds Professional Indemnity Insurance for Client Protection
Global broker D Prime announced it holds professional indemnity insurance (PII) underwritten by Lloyd’s Certain Underwriters, providing an additional layer of client protection against professional errors or omissions.