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.
December 2018
Equities and Forex Markets Bearish Owing to Partial US Government Shutdown
Global markets which are currently weighed down by geopolitical issues is further pressured ahead of year-end holiday and political turmoil in the US.
Gold-i Partners with UK Based GMI to Bring Multi Asset Liquidity Access to Matrix Clients
Gold-i has partnered with GMI UK to bring access of latter’s multi-asset liquidity to its global client base via MATRIX integration.
The Nigerian Stock Exchange Deepens its Technology Partnership with NASDAQ
The Nigerian Stock Exchange will able to utilize Nasdaq’s matching engine technology for its equity and fixed income market for an additional five years.
BNP Paribas’s Asset Management Division Hires Global Head of Digital Marketing
Hilda Tingle will take over as the Global Head of Digital Marketing starting from January next year for BNP Paribas Asset Management (‘BNPP AM’)
FXCM Group Signs MoU with DGCX to Launch New and Innovative Products on the DGCX Exchange
FXCM Group Signs MoU with DGCX to Launch New and Innovative Products on the DGCX Exchange.This will allow FXCM and DGCX to expand in the Middle East.
Jefferies Confirms Appointment Shawn Egger as Senior Vice President for Sales
Jefferies Confirms Appointment Shawn Egger as Senior Vice President for Sales.Egger has extensive experience in foreign exchange sales based roles.
Major FX Pairs Gain in European Market Hours While Equities Close in Red
SD sell-off ahead of US FOMC update helped major FX pairs trade well while concerns of slowdown in global economic growth hinder share market performance.
US Dollar Weaker Across the Board Following Sino-U.S. Trade Truce
Precious metals & Crude oil rise on a weaker dollar as the US Dollar is underbid significantly following the Sino-U.S. Trade Truce.
FFAJ Reports Drops in November Trading Activity Across FX and Binary OTC Segment
The Financial Futures Association of Japan (FFAJ) on Friday has published November month over-the-counter (OTC) retail fx margin trading figures.
Strategic Senior Level Appointments at TP ICAP and Broadridge Financial Services
Broadridge Financial Services has appointed Tim Gokey to its Board of Directors and his appointment is effective January 2nd, 2019.
Bank of Ireland Announces Launch of New Digital Platform With Ignition Advice
Ignition Wealth, a Sydney-based fintech company has combined with Bank of Ireland to launch a digital platform to cater to Irish clients.
SAXO Bank Posts Record-Low FX Trading Volumes in November 2018
SAXO Bank has posted trading volume numbers for November month marking new lows.
Virtu Financial Adds David Urban to its Board
Virtu Financial has added David Urban to its Board of Directors.
FXTM Adds Former Gain Capital Executive Nicholas Scott as its new Head of Product Development
The CySEC regulated online forex brokerage group, FXTM has added former Gain Capital’s Nicholas Scott as its new Head of Product Development.
ATFX Appoints Marcos Tigsilema as Commercial Director for its UK Operations
ATFX has announced today the appointment of sales veteran Marcos Tigsilema as the new Commercial Director for the firm's UK operations.
Also filing this week: Rick Steves and Abdelaziz Fathi.