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XM Receives CFI.co 2026 Awards for Gold Trading and Customer Excellence
XM has been named Best Gold Broker and Best Customer Service for 2026 by Capital Finance International, citing over 700 million gold positions opened in 2025 and a global client base exceeding 20 million.
FTMO Founders to Become OANDA Co-CEOs
Otakar Šuffner and Marek Vašíček, co-founders of prop trading firm FTMO, will assume joint leadership of OANDA as co-CEOs following FTMO's acquisition of the retail forex broker.
Amana Sells UK Arm to 11:FS
Dubai-based Amana has sold its FCA-licensed UK arm to 11:FS Holdings, a consortium led by Max Koretskiy and David Brear. The unit will rebrand as Kinsworth Investments and expand into equities and fixed income.
AETOS Owners Completely Exit CFD Business by Selling Aussie Unit
Months after exiting global CFD operations, the owners of AETOS sold the last remaining Australian unit — including its Australian Financial Services Licence — to Dynamic Fintech Solutions. The deal marks the previous owners' full exit from the CFD business under the AETOS brand.
Eightcap Launches Redesigned Website
Australian CFD broker Eightcap has unveiled a redesigned eightcap.com website, rebuilt to improve page speed, simplify navigation, and offer a cleaner experience across desktop and mobile.
au Kabucom (Mitsubishi UFJ eSmart Securities) to Eliminate Domestic Stock Trading Commissions From May 2026
Mitsubishi UFJ e-Smart Securities will make domestic stock trading fees free for SOR orders from May 18, 2026, and cut margin interest rates from June 1, 2026, targeting industry-leading low costs.
BlackBull Markets Explores Dual ASX/NZX Listing
Auckland-based forex broker BlackBull Markets has confirmed it is meeting with institutional investors, with reports it has mandated banks for a dual listing in New Zealand and Australia.
Trading 212 Pushes into Private Pensions After Five-Year Wait
Trading 212 secured FCA authorisation in February 2026 to offer Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs), with over 75,000 accounts opened during beta testing.
The Future of Trading: CMTrading Upgrades to MetaTrader 5 (MT5)
CMTrading will transition all client accounts to MetaTrader 5 by April 4, 2026, discontinuing MT4. The upgrade is free, with automatic migration of funds and open positions.
HFM and Arsenal Announce Multi-Year Global Partnership
Online trading platform HFM becomes an Official Global Partner of Premier League club Arsenal, gaining branding rights at Emirates Stadium and digital exposure.
FY-2025 Plus500 Annual Report
Plus500 published its FY 2025 Annual Report, detailing full-year financial results and the Group's expansion into new licences and geographies during the year.
CMTrading Recognized with 6 International Awards for 2026
CMTrading, a forex and online trading broker, has been awarded six international accolades for 2026, including Most Trusted Online Trading Platform Africa and Best Trading App Africa.
Competition Appeal Tribunal Dismisses Spreadex Appeal in Sporting Index Case
The Competition Appeal Tribunal has dismissed Spreadex’s application to review a CMA decision requiring it to sell Sporting Index due to competition concerns.
Annual results
IG announced its full-year results for the year ended 31 December 2025.
VT Markets and Newcastle United Clinch Double Wins at Forex Sports Awards 2026
VT Markets and Newcastle United have won two awards at the Forex Sports Awards 2026, recognising their partnership's excellence in brand alignment and fan engagement.
RoboForex Launches Swap-Free Trading for All Clients
RoboForex has introduced swap-free trading for all clients, eliminating overnight fees without hidden costs like increased commissions or wider spreads.
Vantage Launches Premium Unlimited Account with Flexible Leverage
Vantage Markets has introduced a Premium Unlimited Account offering unlimited leverage with built-in risk controls, targeting active CFD traders.
IQ Option Owner Buys “a Significant Strategic Stake” in FPFX Operator
Quadcode, the owner of IQ Option, acquired a significant strategic stake in Game 7 — operator of FPFX, PropAccount.com and BullRush — marking its move into prop trading, prediction markets and daily fantasy sports.
IUX Officially Launches Global Multi-Asset Trading Platform
IUX has launched IUX Education, a centralized learning hub offering articles, academy videos, and podcasts to help traders navigate market volatility and improve risk management.
Chelsea and TMGM Elevate Partnership to Include Back of Shirt for 2026 FA Cup
Chelsea FC and TMGM expand their multi-year partnership, with the broker's branding featured on the back of men's match shirts for the 2026 FA Cup campaign.
NordFX Recognized as Most Reliable Forex Broker in 2026
NordFX has been awarded Most Reliable Forex Broker in 2026, recognizing its long-standing operational stability and execution quality. The honor highlights the broker's 18-year focus on infrastructure resilience and client trust.
Axi Launches Buy Crypto to Simplify Digital Asset Investing
FX and CFD broker Axi has launched Buy Crypto, offering clients a unified platform to buy, sell and hold major cryptocurrencies with competitive pricing and integrated tools.
Taurex Raises $40 Million in Series C to Accelerate Global Growth and AI-Driven Trading Technology
Taurex closed a $40 million Series C round led by major shareholder Oscar Hilt Tatum IV to fund its back-office infrastructure, an AI-powered mobile trading platform, and global licensing expansion. The broker said it now serves more than 50,000 clients and partners across around 140 countries.
Audi Revolut F1 Team Signs Libertex as Multi-Year Sponsor
Global brokerage Libertex has signed a multi-year sponsorship deal with the Audi Revolut F1 Team, with branding set to appear on the car from the 2026 season.