Clearstream has launched a new intraday tri-party repo service, becoming the first provider to offer the capability at scale. The firm said the move gives market participants greater control over their funding needs throughout the trading day. The service allows clients to open and close repo transactions at any point during the day, representing a significant shift from traditional models that typically require overnight commitments. Clearstream said the launch addresses rising demand for more agile liquidity tools as markets adjust to tighter margin conditions, interest rate uncertainty and accelerated settlement cycles such as T+1. The company explained that the intraday structure enables funding decisions “with precision down to the minute,” helping institutions optimise collateral use and improve cost efficiency. The move is also said to reflect broader pressures on liquidity management as firms adapt to evolving financing demands. Marton Szigeti, Head of Collateral, Lending and Liquidity Solutions at Clearstream, remarked: “As the industry adapts to changing financing needs, the pressure on our clients’ liquidity management is intensifying. Our new intraday tri-party repo service is a direct response to this evolution, empowering our clients with greater precision and control over their funding.” Clearstream, part of the Deutsche Börse Group, added that clients will gain access to broad and diversified liquidity pools. Acting as a neutral intermediary for three decades, the firm facilitates connections across global markets and supports participants with settlement services, administrative functions and value-added tools from trade initiation through to completion.The post Clearstream Launches Intraday Tri-Party Repo to Boost Market Liquidity first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Clearstream and Euroclear Bank announced Monday that they have launched dematerialised Eurobond issuance services, enabling issuers to bring new bonds to market in fully paperless form.  The rollout marks a major step in digitising the €15.3 trillion Eurobond market. The new services eliminate the need for physical global certificates, replacing them with electronic ownership records.  The ICSDs stated that this would reduce operational costs, speed up issuance and settlement processes and mitigate risks linked to loss, theft or forgery. Eurobonds can initially be issued under English law, with more jurisdictions to follow. Jens Hachmeister, head of issuer services and new digital markets at Clearstream, stated that the shift represents a “fundamental” move from a paper-based history to a digital future.  He noted that the new framework would allow issuers to access capital “more efficiently and securely”. Isabelle Delorme, head of product strategy and innovation at Euroclear, described the launch as a “pivotal moment” for a market that exceeded €15 trillion in value and grew at double-digit rates in 2025. She said a market of this scale “could not remain paper-based”. The Eurobond market, the world’s third-largest debt market, supports 12,000 issuers across 130 countries and spans up to 100 currencies. The post Clearstream and Euroclear Launch Dematerialised Eurobond Issuance  first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Blue Ocean Technologies has announced two senior appointments as it accelerates its global expansion, naming Chinmay Patel as chief technology officer of its Blue Ocean ATS platform and appointing Marcus Chan as its new sales representative for Hong Kong and China. Patel, who will be based in Toronto, will lead the firm’s technology strategy, engineering organisation and blockchain roadmap.  He brings more than 15 years of experience building finance-oriented products and previously served as CEO and co-founder of PERCS, API Garage / BlockX Labs, and as chief technology officer at Dossiya. Chan, a veteran of more than two decades in financial technology, will be responsible for regional growth strategy and business development from Hong Kong. His previous roles include senior sales positions at Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Sungard and FlexTrade. Brian Hyndman, chief executive of Blue Ocean Technologies, believes the appointments come at a “pivotal time of growth and diversification” for the company.  He stated that Patel’s experience would accelerate product innovation, while Chan’s expertise in Asia-Pacific markets would unlock “significant growth opportunities”. Hyndman added that the moves support the firm’s strategy around tokenisation, data solutions and the expansion of after-hours trading in U.S. equities for global clients.The post Blue Ocean Technologies Appoints CTO, Expands Asia-Pacific Team first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Kraken has launched traditional finance futures for eligible EU clients on its Kraken Pro platform, offering access to 70 new markets including oil, gold and major equity indices such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100.  The expansion allows customers to trade fixed-term contracts alongside more than 290 existing crypto perpetuals. The new service enables users to go long or short on equity indices, commodities and FX markets using the same interface they already employ for crypto.  Kraken said the launch creates a single, integrated environment for traders seeking broader macro exposure or looking to hedge crypto risk. Unlike traditional equity markets, which close at 4 p.m., TradFi futures on Kraken Pro follow the extended schedule of CME Group and operate 23 hours a day, five days a week.  The offering includes micro, mini and standard futures on global benchmarks, alongside gold, oil and foreign exchange contracts.  Kraken noted that futures provide tools such as leverage, expanded hedging options and access to extended hours. The product is compliant with CySEC requirements, and users who fund their TradFi futures wallet receive free real-time Level 1 market data. Optional Level 2 data is also available. Customers can access the feature by updating Kraken Pro, unlocking derivatives, funding their accounts and selecting their chosen futures market.The post Kraken Pro Launches TradFi Futures for EU Clients first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

TradingHub said Monday that it has agreed to a strategic partnership with Nordic Capital, which will become its majority shareholder in a deal expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2026.  Existing investor Summit Partners and co-founder Neil Walker will retain minority stakes. The investment is intended to support TradingHub’s next phase of global expansion, with plans to strengthen its trade surveillance platform across additional asset classes and broaden its presence in new markets.  Founded in 2010, the company operates from London, Toronto, Singapore and Sydney, processing more than four billion trades and orders a day for major banks, asset managers and hedge funds. Mike Coats, TradingHub’s chief executive, said the partnership with Nordic Capital marked “an exciting moment” and would help accelerate innovation and international growth. He added that the private equity group “share our ambition for the future and bring valuable experience supporting high-growth technology businesses”. Nordic Capital partners Fredrik Näslund and Mohit Agnihotri stated that TradingHub’s platform was highly differentiated at a time when market manipulation was becoming “increasingly complex and cross-product”.  The firm plans to invest further in product innovation while supporting the existing management team. Antony Clavel of Summit Partners believes TradingHub is “setting a new standard” in surveillance technology. Financial terms were undisclosed, and Evercore is acting as the exclusive financial adviser to TradingHub.The post TradingHub Secures Majority Investment from Nordic Capital  first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Category: Education  ·  Source: Born to Trade Podcast  ·  March 2025 Every trader studies charts, strategies, and signals — but few master the most powerful tool they have: their mind. In this episode of Born to Trade, three experienced traders — Sammy, Dian, and Henry — sit down for a candid conversation about the mental discipline behind long-term trading success, and why psychology matters more than the charts. From a $100,000 loss in a single month to 19 consecutive winning weeks, the discussion is refreshingly honest about what actually drives trading outcomes: emotional intelligence, pre-session planning, and the discipline to stop when you said you would. Fear or focus — which are you mastering? Host: If trading is a battle between fear and focus, which one are you mastering right now? Sammy: Focus. Definitely mastering focus. If you can give so much focus to a particular thing, you get the best from it. There's a popular saying — where your focus goes, energy flows. Trading can be draining, especially when you're doing multiple things at the same time. But if you can put all of that energy together on the one or two hours you want to be trading, you'll make the best from it. Dian: Same. Focus is the only thing that can keep you in the game for so long. My journey has been over five years and what has kept me in it is consistency and focus. When I started, it was just fear for a long time. Focus is the real thing. Henry: Definitely focus. There's a word in the Bible — write the vision and make it plain. The reason you write it and make it plain is so you can always see it and focus on it. In trading, focus is paramount. The role of emotional intelligence in decision-making Host: Sammy, what role does emotional intelligence play in your trading decisions? Sammy: When it comes to making quality decisions in the market, I've figured out that 80% of it is your emotions — your psychology. If you can take advantage of that, you'll take advantage of the market. It's not about how sharp your trade setup is. It's about what you do with the ones you have. A weak psychology means you'll most likely lose on a winning trade. Host: Losing on a winning trade — how does that work? Sammy: If you don't have settled emotions backed by pre-trade decisions, you get a great entry, the market moves your way — and then you lose discipline. You think: "I should have used a bigger lot size." So you enter again with more. A quick pullback hits and that could blow your account. After that, the market continues exactly where it was going. That second entry was pure emotion. The market is testing you. When gold is going to sell but keeps pulling back with contractions first — it's trying to weaken your ability to stay in control. If you give yourself a command and stick to it, you're in charge. "It's not about how sharp your trade setup is. It's about what you do with the ones you have. If you have a weak psychology, you'll most likely lose on a winning trade." — Sammy Staying analytical when markets move fast Host: Dian, when markets move fast, what helps you stay analytical and avoid reacting emotionally? Dian: Planning. You have to plan before you trade. A lot of traders just see a trade, enter, and expect profit. Once you plan, you can control your emotions. When you've told yourself what to do, how to execute, and what to do at each level — it's much easier to stay calm. Host: What does that actually look like before a trade? Dian: Before opening the chart, I write what I want to do, the amount I want to make, and the risk I'm willing to take. Once I open the chart I know exactly what I'm doing. I'm not going in saying "maybe today I'll make $3,000." Everything goes according to what I've scripted — not what the market decides for me. When I reach the level I set, I stop. If I don't do it that way, everything can come crashing. Host: Is knowing when to stop harder than finding the right trade? Dian: Yes. You can't teach somebody when to get out. The person needs to be contented with whatever he feels is right for him. Resetting after a bad day Host: Henry, you're very open about your setbacks. How do you reset your mindset after a tough loss? Henry: It comes back to planning. When you decide the amount you're willing to lose today, your mind is already at that figure. So when the trade goes wrong, it's not a shock. You just say: "I've lost this — on to the next one." There will be bad days — no doubt. But they shouldn't affect your life. Some people, once they have a bad day, you see it in everything: how they talk, how they react. That won't happen if you planned for it. Henry: Something happened to me in March 2025 that I never expected. I had a big goal, funded $10,000, lost it, funded again, and kept losing. I had been on a winning streak of over five weeks before that. I was trying to recover Monday's losses on Tuesday, Tuesday's on Wednesday — and by the end of the month I had lost over $100,000. Henry: I stepped away for a week. I called a mentor and explained everything. He asked: "How were you trading last year when you made good money?" I told him: fund $500–$1,000, take it to $3,000, redraw, repeat — let it compound. He said: go back to that. April was slow. May was better. June was better still. By August I was calm, free from the stress of what I'd lost. Everyone makes mistakes — even in their fifth year. Hit the reset button, step away, come back stronger. "Trade from a position of rest and peace. Don't come in with the mindset that this money has to solve a specific problem. That pressure will make you overtrade." — Henry Psychology of money — the underrated edge Host: Is trading psychology underrated in trader education? Sammy: The psychology of trading is exactly the psychology of money — because what we're trying to do is make money. How you handle funds away from the market affects how you handle them in it. If you're the kind of person who puts everything into an opportunity because someone promised big returns, you'll do the same thing in trading. You may not even know you're that person until you open your first position. Sammy: Another reason traders struggle is that they fail to plan for their plan not going according to plan. You have plan A, plan B, plan C — and then you ask: what if everything fails? That's the exact moment where most traders lose control, because they never prepared for it. The most dangerous emotion: greed Host: Between fear, greed, and other emotions — which is the most dangerous? Dian: Greed. In March this year, it started as overconfidence. I had already made $40,000–$50,000 in the lead-up. The first day of that month I made $16,000 and sent the screenshot to my friends. Then came four consecutive losses — that had never happened. I told myself: "Next week will be fine." But then it shifted from overconfidence to greed, mixed with fear of not recovering. My community started dropping off. Bad comments came in. I was transferring money from account to account without thinking. Eventually I hit the reset button. That's the only way back. Journalling — learning from yourself Host: How can traders build awareness of these emotions before they spiral? Sammy: Keep a trading journal. When we read books by other people, we learn from their experiences and start mirroring them. When we write about our own and go back to read it, we learn about ourselves. The problem many traders have is they don't know themselves. They're always acting, never studying how they act. In your journal: what asset did you trade, what was the setup, why did you enter, what did you make or lose — and crucially, how did you feel? What was your state of mind? Over time you'll recognise patterns before they cost you. Sammy: The secret to mastering your psychology is mastering yourself — and the way you do that is by recording how you perform in certain situations. The journal lets you spot when your greed level is rising, when fear is creeping in, when you're about to revenge trade. Dian: Most traders don't like writing. My shortcut: pick one strategy — even if it's only 40% accurate — and stick to it. You might have a losing week. Don't switch. The next three weeks might be straight wins. If you can automate it, perfect. If not, wait for the setup that fits your rules. Win or lose, you've reinforced the habit of following your process. Henry: And set hard limits. If you don't cap how much you can lose or earn in a session, you'll lose more than you ever imagined. Know your limits, set them before you open the chart, and when you're getting close — stop, reset, rest. Mental habits outside the charts Host: What mental habits outside of analysis have made you successful? Sammy: Exercise — physical activity helps bring my mind together. And meditation before trading: a quiet room, background sounds, deep thinking. It helps me connect to what I want to achieve. I also write my goals down every single day. After meditating, I open my goal book, write ten things I'm grateful for, then write my targets. Whatever you write down, you own. The money I want to make, I achieve it on paper first. Henry: For me it's prayer. Before my day starts, my family and I speak into the day. There's a book called Power of Your Mind — wherever you want to get to in life, you must get there in your mind first. When your mind is at peace and settled, nothing the market does can bring you down. It will only be a lesson to move you further. What makes a healthy trader? Host: How would you define a healthy trader? Dian: A healthy trader has their principles aligned. There's one thing to plan, and another to follow the plan. Whatever you say you're going to do, you do it. It won't happen every time — but the ability to notice when you've gone off track and correct it makes you better every day. An unhealthy trader repeats the same mistake, doesn't ask for help, believes they can do it alone. The moment you recognise you're in the wrong spot, everything can change. People aren't alone in this — reach out to mentors. One of them will reply, and that might be the person who gives you the answer you need. Born to Trade is a podcast covering traders across Africa and global markets. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. The views expressed are those of the participants and do not constitute financial advice. The post Born to Trade Podcast – Episode 4: Mind over market first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

London Stock Exchange Group’s Post Trade Solutions has launched TradeAgent, a new post-trade processing platform designed to simplify and standardise workflows across the cleared and bilateral derivatives markets. Developed in partnership with a consortium of more than 10 major banks and buyside firms, the platform aims to address long-standing inefficiencies in equity and interest-rate swap processing. TradeAgent provides participants with access to centralised, authoritative trade and agreement data, enabling automation across the post-trade lifecycle and reducing operational risk. By extending the benefits of cleared processes into the bilateral space, the platform seeks to enhance accuracy in cash-flow calculations, prevent breaks and valuation disputes, and mitigate counterparty and funding risk through centralised margin and settlement services. LSEG said the platform’s open, scalable architecture will also support future products and services operating directly off its central data store. TradeAgent forms part of Post Trade Solutions alongside Quantile, Acadia and SwapAgent, all aimed at driving cost and operational efficiencies. Annabel Harrison, Head of Agent Services at Post Trade Solutions, stated that TradeAgent “provides the market with a true end-to-end trade processing solution” and replaces “duplicative processes with a single source of trade and agreement data.” Industry participants welcomed the launch, with Barclays commenting that the system “simplifies a complex industry landscape,” while BNP Paribas called it a practical, industry-led solution to “well-known challenges” in OTC processing. Citi stated that the project highlights the need for standardisation and automation, and J.P. Morgan added that the platform supports the ongoing evolution of post-trade resiliency.The post LSEG’s Post Trade Solutions Launches TradeAgent  first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

StoneX Group has approached the board of CAB Payments Holdings with an unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire the company for 95 pence per share in cash.  The possible offer represents a 32 percent premium to CAB Payments’ undisturbed closing price on 30 January and an 11 percent premium to the 85 pence per share firm offer previously announced by the Helios Consortium. StoneX said the all-cash proposal would allow shareholders to monetise their holdings “at an attractive valuation,” adding that the potential combination of the two businesses could create a leading global specialist in emerging-markets payments. The company said it sees a “high degree of complementarity” between the firms and believes it would be the “best long-term owner and custodian” of CAB Payments. The proposal remains subject to several pre-conditions, including satisfactory due diligence, a unanimous board recommendation and hard irrevocable undertakings from CAB Payments’ directors, the Helios Consortium and Eurocomm Holding Limited. StoneX reserved the right to vary the form or terms of any future offer. In a separate statement, CAB Payments confirmed receipt of the 95 pence proposal and said its independent board is evaluating the approach with financial and legal advisers. The board said it would consider the company’s “significant improvement” in financial and operational performance in FY25 and recent guidance issued on 5 March. It added that there is no certainty an offer will be made and advised shareholders to take no action for now.The post StoneX Tables Proposal for CAB Payments, Board Reviews Approach first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Ramp has acquired Swedish- and UK-licensed payments platform Billhop, strengthening its regional capabilities as it prepares to serve customers directly in the UK and EU for the first time.  The acquisition will also see Ramp open its first international offices in London and Stockholm. Ramp said nearly half its customers already transact internationally across more than 180 countries each week.  Billhop’s infrastructure will enhance its ability to support cross-border payments, local currency cards and spend management for businesses operating across European markets. Eric Glyman, Ramp’s co-founder and CEO, stated that the acquisition marks a major step in the company’s global expansion.  “This summer, for the first time, companies headquartered in the UK and EU will be able to use Ramp directly,” he said.  Billhop CEO Niklas Bothén noted that joining Ramp would allow its long-held mission of simplifying B2B payments to scale internationally. The move was welcomed by ElevenLabs, one of Ramp’s customers, which said the company’s expansion would support fast-growing European firms.  UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves believes the investment reflects the country’s strength as a destination for innovative businesses and would contribute to economic growth. Ramp plans to more than double its UK team over the next year and will begin onboarding European businesses this summer.The post Ramp Buys Billhop to Accelerate Expansion Across the UK and Europe first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

TradingView revealed last week that it has expanded its global news ecosystem through new partnerships designed to strengthen its coverage of equities, macroeconomic events, corporate announcements and digital assets.  The platform said the additions would support traders seeking both technical analysis and reliable, real-time fundamental context. The new partners include Switzerland’s AWP Finanznachrichten, which will bolster coverage of Swiss-listed companies, macroeconomic data and sector analysis across the DACH region.  Dpa-AFX International, part of the German Press Agency, will expand access to market-focused global reporting in English. In the UK, Sharecast will provide real-time news on London-listed companies, corporate actions and market-moving announcements.  TMX Newsfile will strengthen Canadian coverage by delivering official disclosures from public companies, investment funds and issuers across the TSX and TSXV. The platform is also integrating real-time sentiment from Stocktwits, offering users curated community insights across equities, crypto, ETFs and macro trends.  For digital assets, Korean-language provider Coinness will enhance Asia-focused crypto coverage with rapid updates on on-chain developments, regulation and token-specific news.The post TradingView Expands Global News Coverage with New Partnerships Across Europe and Asia first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Robinhood reported continued growth in funded customers in February, even as total platform assets dipped during the month.  The company said funded customer numbers rose to 27.4 million at the end of February, an increase of roughly 140,000 from January and 1.74 million year-on-year. Total platform assets declined 3 percent month-on-month to $314 billion, though this remained 68 percent higher than a year earlier. Net deposits reached $5.6 billion in February, equivalent to a 21 percent annualised growth rate relative to January assets. Trading volumes were mixed. Equity notional volumes fell 14 percent from January to $194.4 billion, while options contracts traded declined 10 percent.  Crypto trading volumes rose 9 percent to $25 billion, driven by higher activity on both the Robinhood app and Bitstamp, the exchange it acquired last year. Event contracts traded fell sharply, down 29 percent. Interest-earning assets showed varied trends. Margin balances decreased 7 percent month-on-month to $17.2 billion but nearly doubled year-on-year.  Cash and deposit balances jumped 41 percent to $16.5 billion following updates to the firm’s high-yield cash programme, which shifted more than $6 billion in balances into free credit accounts. Robinhood said the data remains preliminary and could be revised when quarterly results are filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.The post Robinhood Reports Customer Growth Despite February Decline in Platform Assets first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Last week, Worldline announced it has extended its long-running partnership with ABN AMRO, agreeing a new long-term contract to continue supporting payment services across the Dutch market.  The companies said the renewed agreement builds on decades of collaboration and reflects their shared commitment to innovation and operational reliability. Under the deal, Worldline will continue to manage a wide range of payment services for ABN AMRO, including card issuing and personalisation, SEPA Credit Transfers, Instant Payments and end-to-end support across the payment value chain. The company stated that its “modern and future-proof technology stack” will create opportunities for new digital services and journeys while supporting the bank’s delivery of reliable payment solutions to customers. Madalena Cascais Tomé, Chief Processing and Financial Institutions at Worldline, commented that the extension demonstrated continued trust between the two organisations. “We are very proud that ABN AMRO has once again chosen Worldline as its key partner in payment services,” she remarked.  Erica Kostelijk, Head of Product Unit Transaction Banking at ABN AMRO, believes the renewed partnership will ensure a “reliable, excellent and future-proof” payments offering.The post Worldline Extends Long-Standing Partnership with ABN AMRO  first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Wall Street began Friday’s session on a positive note but quickly lost momentum, sliding back into negative territory to close out a bruising week. Major U.S. indexes declined for a fourth consecutive session, reflecting investor caution amid a deteriorating geopolitical outlook and new signals on the inflation front. The S&P 500 finished down around 0.4%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq fell roughly 0.8%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average posted a more moderate decline of about 0.1%. The broad-based weakness marks a significant reversal from the strong performance seen in previous months. Oil prices recovered part of their initial losses on Friday. Developments in the energy market remain closely tied to the evolution of the conflict in the Middle East, where escalating tensions have raised concerns about potential disruptions to global crude supply. Investors also digested U.S. inflation data released this week that came in line with market expectations. However, these indicators reflect backward-looking information and do not yet fully incorporate the potential impact of the recent surge in oil prices following U.S. and Israeli military strikes against Iran. The rise in energy prices could become a significant factor in the inflation outlook in the coming months. Sustained increases in oil prices tend to feed through to transportation, production, and consumer costs, which could complicate the Federal Reserve’s efforts to sustain a stable disinflation process. Geopolitical tensions have become the dominant source of uncertainty for global markets heading into this weekend. The conflict with Iran continues to escalate with no clear signs of a short-term resolution. Iranian authorities have warned they could close the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic chokepoint through which nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply passes. In response, the United States has adopted several measures to stabilise global energy supply — including temporarily allowing some countries to purchase sanctioned Russian oil and considering naval escorts to protect commercial vessels transiting the region. Washington has also intensified military pressure on Iran, stating that strikes have been carried out against more than 15,000 targets linked to strategic and military infrastructure. This escalation keeps financial markets highly sensitive to any developments over the weekend, when liquidity is thin and news flow from the region could trigger sharp moves on Monday’s open. Investors will also remain focused on U.S. monetary policy. A scenario of sustained energy price volatility and additional inflationary pressures could delay the start of an interest rate-cutting cycle, directly affecting the valuation of financial assets. As the weekend begins, the combination of geopolitical risk, inflation uncertainty, and shifting expectations around monetary policy is creating a more volatile environment. Markets will be watching closely for any signals from the Middle East that could affect global energy supply, inflation dynamics, and ultimately the direction of U.S. economic policy in the weeks ahead. Thanks for the insight of Antonio Di Giacomo, Senior Market Analyst at XS.comThe post WALL STREET RETREATS AS MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS RISE AND MARKETS ASSESS OIL’S INFLATIONARY IMPACT first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

STARTRADER has rolled out a major update to its mobile trading app, introducing one-tap execution features, expanded chart customisation and system-wide performance improvements across iOS and Android. The most significant enhancement is One-Tap Trading directly from the K-line chart, allowing users to place Buy or Sell orders instantly while viewing real-time lot size settings.  The tool includes integrated safety checks covering margin requirements, maximum positions and input validation to prevent erroneous trades. The update also introduces a broader range of chart customisation options, enabling traders to adjust candlestick styles, chart dimensions, crosshair appearance and technical indicators.  STARTRADER said the changes are designed to reduce visual clutter and support more effective technical analysis during fast-moving market conditions. Performance upgrades include smoother chart animations, faster loading times and improved system stability. Improvements to the K-line page enhance indicator calculations and synchronise bid-ask movements with candlestick updates. Chief Executive Peter Karsten believes the upgrades reflect the company’s commitment to combining continuous innovation with platform reliability. The post STARTRADER Upgrades Mobile App With One-Tap Trading and Performance Enhancements first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

State Street Investment Management has launched a new actively managed exchange-traded fund providing exposure to investment-grade public and private asset-backed securities, including CLOs and mortgage-backed instruments. The State Street IG Public & Private ABS ETF (PRAB) aims to broaden investor access to high-quality segments of the global credit market that have historically been underrepresented in mainstream fixed-income benchmarks.  The fund includes securities sourced from a wide range of ABS issuers, with the private ABS sleeve potentially including assets sourced by Apollo Global Securities. State Street said ABS remains an overlooked part of global markets despite the asset-backed finance sector exceeding $20 trillion in size.  PRAB is designed to complement core bond allocations by offering diversified income streams and potentially higher yields than similarly rated corporate bonds. Anna Paglia, Chief Business Officer, believes the fund addresses growing investor appetite for “higher-quality yet largely untapped” ABS exposure. The ETF is managed by the firm’s Active Fixed Income Team, applying top-down macro positioning alongside issuer-level security selection. The launch expands State Street’s suite of public and private credit ETFs, following similar product rollouts in 2025. The range had attracted approximately $980 million in assets as of 28 February 2026. The post State Street Launches Investment-Grade Public and Private ABS ETF first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Deutsche Börse Group has obtained the necessary shareholder approvals for its recommended acquisition of fund distribution platform Allfunds. The company announced Thursday that at a court meeting and subsequent general meeting, the requisite majorities of Scheme Shareholders and Allfunds Shareholders voted in favour of the UK court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement.  More than 99.9 percent by value supported both the Scheme and the accompanying Special Resolution, according to the announcement. The acquisition, first detailed in a Scheme Document issued on 16 February 2026, remains subject to a series of outstanding conditions, including regulatory approvals across relevant jurisdictions. Completion is expected in the first half of 2027. The deal is being implemented through a UK legal process designed to streamline corporate takeovers.  The scheme of arrangement structure requires both shareholder backing and court approval, providing a high degree of procedural certainty once conditions are met. Allfunds, a leading wealth-tech and fund distribution platform, has been a long-term strategic target for Deutsche Börse as it seeks to expand deeper into data, fund distribution and post-trade services.  The exchange group has stated that the acquisition aligns with its broader strategy of strengthening its position in the global investment ecosystem. The full voting results and the Allfunds shareholder announcement are available on Deutsche Börse’s dedicated transaction website. The post Deutsche Börse Secures Shareholder Approvals for Allfunds Acquisition first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Barclays has appointed Adrish Ghosh as Head of its Private Bank for India, the firm announced on Thursday. Ghosh, who has been serving as Interim Head since August 2025, previously led distribution for the Private Bank in India and has played a central role in expanding client engagement and supporting business growth. With more than 25 years of experience in financial services, Ghosh will oversee the strategic development of the business, including the provision of tailored solutions for clients seeking access to international wealth corridors. He will also lead efforts to deepen the Private Bank’s presence in India, a market the bank describes as strategically important. Ghosh joined Barclays in 2008 after roles at IL&FS Group spanning private equity, fiduciary services and business development. He will continue to report to Annabelle Bryde, Head of Barclays Private Bank International. Following Ghosh’s appointment, Pranav Khanna will take on an expanded role as Head of Distribution for Private Bank India. Khanna, who joined the bank in 2025, also brings more than 25 years of experience across wealth management and fiduciary advisory. Bryde stated that Ghosh had been pivotal in strengthening client engagement and driving growth, adding that his leadership positions the business “for the next phase” of expansion. She said Khanna’s broader role would help enhance distribution capabilities and ensure clients continue to receive the full breadth of the bank’s offering. India remains a core growth priority for Barclays, supported by rising demand from ultra-high-net-worth clients and family offices. Recent hiring has added more than 30 senior bankers and product specialists to the franchise.The post Barclays Appoints Adrish Ghosh as Head of Private Bank for India first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Revolut announced Wednesday that it has received approval from the Prudential Regulation Authority to exit its mobilisation phase and launch as a fully licensed UK bank, enabling it to provide deposit accounts protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. The new entity, Revolut Bank UK Ltd, will begin rolling out current accounts to new customers in the coming weeks, starting gradually to ensure a stable transition.  Existing customers will continue using their Revolut app and cards as normal for now, with the migration to the new bank expected to take several months. Revolut will give at least two months’ notice before transferring existing accounts. The approval follows Revolut’s commitment to invest £3 billion in the UK and create 1,000 jobs. The company said becoming a UK bank enables it to expand into a broader suite of services, including lending products, and supports its ambition to build what it calls the world’s first global bank. Co-founder and chief executive Nik Storonsky stated that the launch marks “a significant moment” in the firm’s expansion, while UK chief executive Francesca Carlesi believes the licence “lays the foundation for our next chapter”, including credit products and more advanced financial services. The milestone comes as Revolut pursues plans to launch in 30 new markets by 2030, part of a wider £10 billion global investment and job-creation programme.The post Revolut Secures Approval to Launch Fully Licensed UK Bank first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

Northern Trust has selected Intercontinental Exchange’s ICE ETF Hub as the order-taking system for its new U.S. exchange-traded-fund servicing business. ICE ETF Hub provides connectivity to authorised participants, market makers and distributors, offering automated workflows for ETF creation and redemption.  Northern Trust said the platform will integrate directly with its internal ETF servicing application, creating an end-to-end system covering fund administration, custody and transfer-agency functions. Demand for ETFs among institutional investors has continued to rise, driven by strong fund inflows and growth across both active and passive strategies.  Northern Trust highlighted that the integration forms a core part of its strategy to build a fully automated servicing model capable of supporting this expanding market. Phil Nanof, head of ETF services for the Americas, said adopting ICE ETF Hub “supports critical ETF workflows” and provides established connectivity essential to the new platform.  ICE noted the Hub has processed more than $5 trillion in order notional since launch, reflecting its role in helping shift the ETF ecosystem from manual to standardised digital processes. Northern Trust’s Global Fund Services division believes the move strengthens its broader asset-servicing offering, which includes global custody, fund administration, outsourced operations and data solutions.The post Northern Trust Adopts ICE ETF Hub for New U.S. ETF Servicing Platform first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.

DriveWealth has partnered with Banco Ualá to launch Acciones, a new service allowing Mexican retail investors to purchase fractional U.S. equities from as little as $20 MXN. Ualá customers can now invest in shares of well-known U.S. companies, including Apple, Amazon and Tesla, using DriveWealth’s regulated trading and custody infrastructure.  DriveWealth said the collaboration supports its mission to expand market access globally by allowing retail clients to invest proportionally in U.S. equities without purchasing full shares. The launch aims to widen participation in financial markets in Mexico, where just 4.4% of the population invests in any financial instrument, according to the CNBV. Fractional trading allows users to build diversified portfolios with small amounts of capital while maintaining proportional access to dividends. Acciones offers risk-profiling tools, portfolio recommendations and three pre-built investment packages spanning U.S. shares and ETFs. The service provides zero-fee account opening and transaction execution, with 24/7 order placement and trades executed when markets open. DriveWealth provides execution, clearing and custody through its U.S.-regulated API-first brokerage, while Ualá delivers the customer-facing digital experience. DriveWealth chief executive Naureen Hassan noted that the partnership brings U.S. equities “to a broader population of investors in Mexico”, while Ualá’s Pablo Savoldelli stated that Acciones opens global markets “to millions of Mexicans who previously saw these opportunities as unattainable”.The post DriveWealth Partners with Ualá to Bring Fractional U.S. Equity Investing to Mexico first appeared on LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis.