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Bitcoin Bull Runs and XRP ETF Rumours Swirl Ahead of SEC Leadership Change
As the leadership of the SEC is about to change, the market is reacting.
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Match-Prime Launches CFDs on Trump and Melania Coins, Wants Forex Brokers to Follow
The US first couple memecoin frenzy has entered the forex and CFD space.
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Canadian price growth edged lower on tax holiday in December – RBC Economics
The tick lower in inflation in December to 1.8% was above our own assumption for a 1.5% increase, but largely due to a smaller than assumed reduction in prices from the temporary GST/HST holiday in December, and was still slightly below market expectations for a 1.9% reading, RBC Economics' Assistan
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USD/CNH: Consolidation after breaking out – OCBC
USD/CNH fell sharply below 7.26 at one point after Trump announced there was no immediate plans for tariffs and calls for further study. USD/CNH was last seen at 7.2712 levels, OCBC's FX analysts Frances Cheung and Christopher Wong note.
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Dogecoin Surges 13% as DOGE Department Launches Official .gov Website
Dogecoin saw a 13% price increase in just 15 minutes today, after the official website of the US Government Efficiency Department was launched.
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USD/JPY: Bears regaining control – OCBC
USD/JPY fell, tracking the gap lower in UST yields. Focus next on BoJ MPC (Fri). We are looking for 25bp hike on Friday. USDJPY last seen at 155.46 levels, OCBC's FX analysts Frances Cheung and Christopher Wong note.
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Robinhood Expands Across Europe, Launching Crypto Services in Spain
Robinhood announced today (Tuesday) that its services are now available in Spain.
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FXON Becomes Latest Member of Financial Commission for Dispute Resolution
The Financial Commission has announced the approval of FXON as its newest member. This marks a significant addition to the self-regulatory forum, reflecting the growing demand for independent exter...
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Will Solana (SOL) Reach $1000? Positive Momentum Faces Test Beyond Meme Hype
Solana (SOL) hit a price is currently on a retracement after benefiting from the Trump memecoin frenzy.
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USD rebounds on renewed tariff threat – Scotiabank
Markets generally and high beta FX in particular breathed a sigh of relief yesterday when the WSJ reported that President Trump would not impose aggressive tariffs immediately on returning to the White House.
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Pre-Hedging in FX: Balancing Risk and Transparency Without Any Standardization
As the industry digests the findings of IOSCO's review of the practice of hedging anticipated client trades, dealers are adamant that it is a procedure that benefits clients as well as those execut...
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Revolut Expands Security Features with In-App Calls for Personal Customers
Revolut, a fintech company, has introduced In-App calls for personal customers. According to the company, this new feature aims to improve security.
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Prop Firm MyFundedFX Offers MetaTrader 5 Again Through Seacrest Markets
MyFundedFX (MFFX) unveiled plans to allow non-U.S. traders to migrate back to the MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platform through the newly established brokerage Seacrest Markets platform.
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EC Markets Reflects on Award-Winning Success at iFX EXPO Dubai 2025
The award reflects EC Markets’ unwavering focus on delivering tools and resources that empower IBs and affiliates.
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USD/CNH: Major support at 7.2420 is likely out of reach – UOB Group
Further US Dollar (USD) weakness is not ruled out; the major support at 7.2420 is likely out of reach for now. In the longer run, decline in USD seems excessive, but there is potential for a test of 7.2420, UOB Group’s FX analysts Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note.
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Robinhood and eToro Embrace Trump-Themed Meme Coins on Solana
Robinhood lists TRUMP meme coin on Solana at $58.9, up 43%. eToro adds Official Trump ($TRUMP) to experimental category, excluding UAE, Germany, USA.

ECB’s Villeroy: There is a plausible consensus that we will act at each meeting
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Francois Villeroy de Galhau said on Tuesday that “there is a plausible consensus that we will act at each meeting.” Additional quotes We are not on a pre-set course on rates.
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Will Litecoin Go Up? LTC Price Prediction for 2025 Threatened by Double Top Pattern
After a 40% increase in 2024, Litecoin ( LTC ) remains overshadowed by Bitcoin (BTC). While Bitcoin is testing new all-time highs (ATH) this week, Litecoin seems largely unaffected.
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Benefits of Forex Payment Solution Providers in Streamlining Trading Operations
Businesses can integrate a Forex payment gateway that is secure, efficient, and tailored to their needs
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Crypto Market Outlook: 3 Trends to Follow in 2025
Crypto investors, from experienced HODL-ers to those just starting out, may be able to gauge where the market is heading over the next twelve months.
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This Bank Lost 8 Forex Traders But Still Made $50M - Here's How
. Nomura Holdings is launching an aggressive rebuild of its foreign exchange (Forex) options division following significant personnel departures in its key trading hubs.
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Alpha Group’s 2024 Revenue Jumps 23%, Profits Are “In Line with Expectations”
Alpha Group International (LON: ALPH) ended 2024 with revenue of £135 million, 23 per cent higher than the £110 million it generated in the previous year.
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This Bitcoin Wall Street Miner's CEO Departs, Company Posts $6.3 Million Loss
The publicly listed Bitcoin (BTC) miner from Wall Street Argo Blockchain plc announced today (Tuesday) that Chief Executive Officer Thomas Chippas will step down.
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Sky Links Capital Gets UAE License in Middle East Trading Push
Multi-asset brokerage firm Sky Links Capital has secured a Category 5 license from the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), marking its expansion into regulated financial services.
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Trump Appoints Mark Uyeda as Acting SEC Chair
Donald Trump, recently sworn in as the 47th US President, has appointed Mark Uyeda as the acting Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) until the US Senate approves Paul Atkins fo...
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1703 vs. 7.1886 previous
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) set the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Tuesday at 7.1703 as compared to the previous day's fix of 7.1886 and 7.2888 Reuters estimates.
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ESMA Sets Deadline for Crypto Firms to Align with MiCA Stablecoin Rules
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has set strict deadlines for crypto firms to act against non-compliant stablecoins under the new Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).
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Crude Oil takes a knee for a third straight day, WTI taps $76
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil prices eased for a third straight session on Monday, kicking off the new trading week with a fresh test of the $76/bbl handle.
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CFTC Promotes Caroline Pham as Acting Chair: Report
Caroline Pham, a seasoned Republican commissioner with extensive experience in financial markets and digital assets, has reportedly been appointed acting chair of the CFTC.
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Trump Inaugurated as US President, A New Crypto Era Begins
A historic day in Washington, D.C., took an unexpected twist, not only in politics but also in the world of cryptocurrency. As Donald Trump took the oath of office to reclaim the US presidency, Bit...
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Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Prediction: Political Backing Raises Hopes for Rally
Dogecoin’s recent surge in whale activity has sparked speculation that the meme coin could be on the verge of a major rally. In the past day alone, DOGE trading volumes soared nearly 20%.
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USD slips ahead of inauguration – Scotiabank
It’s inauguration day and Martin Luther King's Day — a federal holiday which means US markets are closed. The incoming president is reportedly set to sign 100 executive orders right out the gate and some of those are likely to address border security and tariffs.
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DXY: Await presidential inauguration – OCBC
US Dollar (USD) started the week on a slightly softer footing ahead of US holiday (Martin L. King Day) and Presidential inauguration today.
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An Open Letter to Trump: How to Secure America’s Crypto Leadership
As Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office and return to the White House, the world is watching with anticipation. His presidency begins at a time of immense economic transformation, with ...
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X Open Hub Stole the Spotlight at iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 and Reflects on Recent Award Win
Recently voted ‘Best CFD Liquidity Provider - MEA,’ X Open Hub was also one of the key exhibitors at the MENA’s largest B2B & B2C online trading event
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TIOmarkets Appoints Global Head of Partners with Experience at IC Markets and HotForex
Andreas Skianis has announced on LinkedIn today (Monday) that he has taken on the role of Global Head of Partners at TIOmarkets.

Why 50,000 Retail Traders are Rushing Back to Hong Kong Markets
Hong Kong's retail investment landscape is witnessing a visible transformation. The market has recorded 50,000 previously dormant trading accounts springing back to life.
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Executive Interview: LNP Audit and Assurance Director Tony Rose Talks Regulations
Finance Magnates London Summit (FMLS) regularly attracts leading brands from around the world. This included specialists from the land down under, LNP Audit and Assurance, is one of Australia's lar...
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Why is XRP Going Up? Binance Receives 40 Million XRP in Crypto Transfer
Whale Alert reported a 40M XRP transfer worth $124.8M to Binance from an unknown address.

Aluminum continues to rally on China growth – ING
LME aluminum ended last week on a strong footing, boosted by signs of economic recovery in China following a series of stimulus measures over the last couple of months. China’s economic data released last Friday showed China’s GDP in 2024 expanded 5%, meeting the government’s target.
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