Tag: Trading

Interactive Brokers taps OSL for retail crypto trading in Hong Kong

International broker Interactive Brokers has partnered with OSL to offer retail customers crypto trading in Hong Kong. American trading giant Interactive Brokers has become the first securities broker in Hong Kong to be approved to allow retail customers to trade crypto. In an effort to expand its services in the city the brokerage giant selected OSL, Hong Kong’s public cryptocurrency company, to trade Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), according to a blog announcement published by OSL on Nov. 28 2023. Under the partnership agreement, Interactive Brokers’ retail investors in Hong…

Bitrace highlights rising crypto fraud risk as trading platforms introduce web3 wallets

The integration of web3 wallets into mainstream trading platforms heralds a new era in digital finance, blending the realms of cefi and defi while also raising concerns about increased vulnerability to crypto fraud. According to Bitrace and WuBlockchain, the integration of web3 wallets into mainstream trading platforms like OKX and Binance signals a significant shift. This fusion of centralized finance and decentralized finance is reshaping user interaction with digital assets and decentralized applications. However, this transition is not without its pitfalls, particularly regarding fraud risks. Bitrace: Beware as Trading Platforms…

Fireblocks launches trading system to mitigate centralized exchange risk

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Multi-party computation (MPC) wallet provider Fireblocks has released a new trading system for institutions that use centralized exchanges, according to a Nov. 28 announcement. Called “Off Exchange,” the new system allows institutional traders to swap tokens without first depositing them on the exchange. Fireblocks claimed this system would help to eliminate counterparty risk on centralized exchanges and prevent future FTX-like collapses. Today, we’re excited to launch Off Exchange, a new solution that enables trading firms and asset managers to truly eliminate exchange counterparty risk. Read on → https://t.co/FLl3AufE0s pic.twitter.com/s4P5kyNy3O —…

Experts Reveals “Best” Trading Strategy

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The potential approval of a Bitcoin ETF (Exchange Traded Fund) is bound to open new opportunities for traders. The expectations surrounding this event impact the market now, but an expert believes they will have a more substantial effect in the coming months.  As of this writing, Bitcoin trades at $37,400 with a 1% profit in the last 24 hours. Over the previous week, the cryptocurrency stayed in the green with a 3% profit, holding the critical level of $37,000 despite the increase in selling pressure. BTC’s price trends to the…

Interactive Brokers opens Hong Kong retail crypto trading with OSL

Interactive Brokers, one of the largest brokerage firms in the world, has opened crypto trading for retail clients in Hong Kong. According to the Nov28 announcement, the service is offered in conjunction with OSL, one of the first crypto exchanges to receive a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in Hong Kong. “Interactive Brokers’ retail investors in Hong Kong now have immediate access to digital asset trading through a single unified platform powered by OSL,” developers wrote.  Per its website, Hong Kong clients of Interactive Brokers can hold Bitcoin (BTC) or…

Cryptocurrency Trading, International Expansion, & Regulatory Excellence

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Can you provide a succinct description of RaiseFX and its overarching philosophy in the world of online trading? David Bottin (DB): Absolutely. RaiseFX is not just an online broker; it’s a paradigm shift in how we approach trading. We are a multi-awarded and multi-regulated global CFD broker with over 50,000 active traders who believe in simplicity and excellence. So, we are an international company with a local focus, hiring local talent and continuously exploring synergies with local partners & clients, allowing us to understand and cater to local trends and…

Binance Futures Unveils Its Grand Trading Tournament with $2 Million USDT in Prize

Alongside the traditional trading competition, Binance futures participants can engage in a Copy Trading Competition and a Trading Bots Competition. On Monday, September 27, Binance Futures, the leading crypto derivatives exchange globally, has unveiled the highly anticipated Binance Futures Grand Trading Tournament. Boasting the largest prize pool in the tournament’s history, participants have the chance to compete for up to $2 million in USDT. In an exciting development, this edition of the tournament introduces new competitions aligned with Binance’s recent innovations. Alongside the traditional trading competition, participants can engage in…

Crypto exchange Zipmex suspends trading activity in Thailand

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Cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex has announced it is taking immediate action by suspending all digital asset trading in Thailand as part of its efforts to comply with regulations. According to a statement issued on November 25, Zipmex has opted to temporarily halt its operations to align with regulatory requirements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Thailand: “To ensure that the business operations of Zipmex Company Limited (“Company”) are appropriate and compliant with the criteria set by the SEC Thailand, the company is required to temporarily suspend the trading and…

U.S. CFTC to aggressively pursue crypto exchanges that violate trading laws

U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero said the regulator will continue to pursue cryptocurrency exchanges that break the law. In a statement quoted by Business Insider, the commissioner emphasized that “there are no pirate ships in US markets” and that “access to American customers is a privilege, not a right.” Romero added that the CFTC will not tolerate the use of virtual private networks (VPNs) and other services that help users circumvent know your customer (KYC) rules, including pop-up questions that simply ask users to confirm…