eToroX Labs Appoints Dr Omri Ross as its Chief Blockchain Scientist
eToroX Labs, eToro's regulated cryptocurrency arm has added veteran Omri Ross as its Chief Blockchain Scientist following the acquisition of Firmo Network.
Karthik Subramanian
Digital Assets Correspondent
Karthik Subramanian is a founder, writer, and technology consultant with nine years in the crypto ecosystem. He covers token economics, L1/L2 infrastructure, DeFi protocols, wallets/custody, and the bridge between crypto and forex—broker technology, liquidity, and macro drivers. Karthik’s writing focuses on clear, practical frameworks that help professionals evaluate new products and on-chain innovation alongside FX market realities.
March 2019
Equities Decline, US T.Yields Rebound but Recession Woes Remain Steady
The activity of the US government bond yields continues to support investor’s views on possible recession in the US economy.
European Equities Post Solid Gains on Improved Risk Appetite
European equities saw positive price action on all major European stock exchanges following four consecutive sessions of closing in red.
RegTech Firm ClauseMatch Expands to APAC Region, Opens Regional Head-Office in Singapore
RegTech company ClauseMatch that provides regulatory technology has started its operation Singapore, marking its entry in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) market.
MUFG Securities Appoints Former Barclays Executive John Winter as CEO of EMEA Division
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Securities (MUFG) has hired John Winter as its newest Chief Executive Officer for its EMEA division.
European Equities Decline On Dovish Macro Data, Wall Street To See Range Bound Action
European equities declined as Euro area macro data disappointed. Investors now eye US macro data for short term profit opportunities and directional cues.
Deutsche Bank Pledged to Arrest Decline in Revenue in 2019, Fiscal 2018 Revenue 4.3% Lower at €25.32 billion
Deutsche Bank published its annual report for fiscal 2018, that ended on 31st Dec 2018 which showed a weak performance achieving revenue of €25.32 billion.
Key Personnel Appointments at Maybank Kim Eng, Gain Capital and BGC Partners
Maybank Kim Eng appoints Andrew Gee as Head of Prime Services Sales, and BGC Partners has appointed Anja Hinds as its newest Director of Hybrid IDB eSales.
IG Group Releases Q3 Financial Report for Fiscal 2019, Revenue Declined by 12% to £108 million
IG Group, the London-listed world leader in derivatives trading, has reported its Q3 financials for fiscal 2019 that ended on February 28th.
Market Bleeds on Geo-Political Woes, FOMC Update to Provide Directional Bias
Escalating concerns on geo-political issues weighs down investor sentiment resulting in sharp declines.
TradeTech Group’s liquidity provider, CFH Clearing Promotes Paul Groves to Head of European Sales
CFH Clearing Ltd., the trading technology solutions to institutional clients has promoted Paul Groves to the newly created role of Head of European Sales.
Binance Launces Fiat-to-Crypto Services in Australia Under New Brand “ Binance Lite Australia”
Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange by adjusted trading volume introduces cash to crypto payments for its Australian customers.
FXPA Adds Many New Faces to its Board, Appoints Lisa Shemie from Cboe as Group Chair
The Washington DC-based Foreign Exchange Professional Association (FXPA) has announced the addition of new Board and Office members.
Key Senior Level Management Appointments at Alfa Capital Holdings and Itiviti
Alfa Capital Holdings, the investment arm of Cyprus-based Alfa Banking Group has appointed Andrew Gibson as its newest Head of Institutional FX Sales.
US-based FIS Buys Payment Solution Provider, Worldpay at a $43 Billion Deal
Fidelity National Information Services Inc.
Also filing this week: Rick Steves and Abdelaziz Fathi.