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Kraken has been named the Official Crypto Exchange Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking a landmark partnership ...
10/06/2026

Kraken has been named the Official Crypto Exchange Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking a landmark partnership that connects one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency platforms with the biggest sporting event in history.

Through this collaboration, Kraken will deliver fan-focused activations and digital experiences across the tournament’s 16 host cities across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, engaging a global audience expected to exceed six billion viewers.

The partnership reflects Kraken’s long-standing mission of building open and accessible financial infrastructure, now extended to the global football stage. By aligning with FIFA’s vision for innovation and fan engagement, Kraken aims to introduce new audiences to digital assets through immersive, football-driven experiences.

The initiative also strengthens Kraken’s expanding sports and cultural partnership strategy, reinforcing its presence across global entertainment, finance, and technology ecosystems.

FanDuel has expanded its prediction markets offering through a new partnership with Crypto.com’s CFTC-regulated exchange...
10/06/2026

FanDuel has expanded its prediction markets offering through a new partnership with Crypto.com’s CFTC-regulated exchange and clearinghouse, OG Prediction Markets.

The collaboration introduces a broader range of sports, entertainment, and combination event contracts to FanDuel Predicts, giving users access to more diverse trading opportunities alongside existing contracts offered through CME Group.

The expansion arrives ahead of the World Cup and is designed to enhance the overall prediction market experience by providing customers with additional ways to engage with major global events. By leveraging Crypto.com’s regulated derivatives infrastructure, FanDuel is further strengthening its position in the rapidly growing prediction markets sector.

The move also highlights increasing collaboration between traditional gaming platforms and digital asset firms as demand for regulated event-based trading products continues to grow.

IG Group’s North American business has appointed Melissa Zierk as General Counsel and Head of Legal & Compliance, streng...
10/06/2026

IG Group’s North American business has appointed Melissa Zierk as General Counsel and Head of Legal & Compliance, strengthening its leadership team as the company continues to expand its offerings for active traders.

Zierk joins IG US and the tastytrade family after more than 13 years at R.J. O’Brien, where she served as Managing Director and Global General Counsel, overseeing legal and compliance functions for one of the largest futures brokerage firms in the United States.

With extensive experience spanning brokerage, derivatives, regulatory compliance, and financial services law, she brings a deep understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape and risk management requirements across the trading industry.

In her new role, Zierk will lead legal and compliance operations for IG North America, including tastytrade, tastyfx, and tastylive, supporting the group’s continued growth, innovation, and commitment to delivering best-in-class trading experiences.

Crypto.com has appointed Maria Allott as Vice President and Head of Sales, reinforcing its push into emerging financial ...
10/06/2026

Crypto.com has appointed Maria Allott as Vice President and Head of Sales, reinforcing its push into emerging financial products including Prediction Markets, Real World Assets (RWAs), and Tokenized Equities.

Based in Dubai, Allott joins the digital asset exchange after spending three years at OKX, where she held a number of senior institutional sales leadership roles, most recently serving as Deputy Global Head and Head of Institutional Sales & Business Development across Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. She previously held positions at crypto exchange EXMO.

The appointment comes as Crypto.com continues expanding beyond its core cryptocurrency offering, with Prediction Markets becoming an increasingly important part of the company’s product strategy.

With extensive experience in institutional business development and digital assets, Allott is expected to play a key role in accelerating adoption of Crypto.com’s growing suite of trading and investment products across global markets.

Blueberry Markets has strengthened its Latin American expansion strategy with the appointment of Jeffrey Navarro as Head...
09/06/2026

Blueberry Markets has strengthened its Latin American expansion strategy with the appointment of Jeffrey Navarro as Head of LATAM, based in Bogotá, Colombia.

Navarro joins the Australia-based broker following a two-year tenure at AvaTrade, where he served as Regional Manager LATAM. He brings more than 18 years of experience across the online trading industry, having previously held senior roles at Taurex, Tickmill, Axi, and FXCM.

The appointment marks Blueberry’s continued focus on accelerating growth across Latin America, following recent regional hires aimed at expanding its operational footprint and client reach.

Navarro’s addition is expected to support the broker’s broader LATAM strategy as it builds out a stronger regional leadership structure under Founder and CEO Dean Hyde.

HFM has strengthened its North Africa growth strategy with the appointment of Mohammed El Alaoui Essosse as Head of Busi...
09/06/2026

HFM has strengthened its North Africa growth strategy with the appointment of Mohammed El Alaoui Essosse as Head of Business Development – North Africa, based in Dubai.

Essosse joins HFM following his tenure as CEO of Zarvista, where he played a key role in the broker’s growth and regional expansion. Over the past several years, he held multiple leadership positions at the company, including Director of Africa and Head of Business Development.

With extensive experience across the MENA and African markets, Essosse has also held senior business development and sales roles at AUS Global and INFINOX, building a strong track record in driving regional growth and strategic partnerships.

His appointment reflects HFM’s continued focus on expanding its presence across North Africa and strengthening relationships with clients and partners in one of the industry's fastest-growing regions.

As HFM continues its global expansion under multiple regulatory licenses worldwide, the addition of experienced industry leaders remains a key part of its long-term growth strategy.

Marex Group has appointed Georges Assi to its Board with immediate effect, further strengthening the company’s leadershi...
09/06/2026

Marex Group has appointed Georges Assi to its Board with immediate effect, further strengthening the company’s leadership with deep expertise in fintech, private credit, and global financial markets.

Assi will also serve as a member of Marex’s Risk Committee. He is currently the CEO of Sigma Lending, a fintech lender focused on technology-enabled financing for UK SMEs, and Co-Founder and Partner of Naviter Capital, an investment firm specializing in private credit markets.

Before his entrepreneurial ventures, Assi held senior leadership roles at Nomura International and Lehman Brothers, where he managed global credit and fixed income businesses across Europe and international markets.

The appointment brings a blend of fintech innovation, entrepreneurial experience, and institutional market expertise to Marex as the firm continues to expand its diversified financial services platform globally.

BitDelta has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Yazan Taha as Director of Marketing and Business D...
09/06/2026

BitDelta has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Yazan Taha as Director of Marketing and Business Development.

Based in Dubai, Taha joins the company from ThinkMarkets MENA, where he served as Head of Marketing. He brings extensive experience across the online trading industry, having previously held senior marketing roles at Neex, Hantec Markets, and CFI.

The appointment comes as BitDelta continues to expand its presence in the retail trading sector. Led by CEO Demetrios Zamboglou, the company has been building its footprint across key markets while progressing through the UAE regulatory licensing process following its recent in-principle approval from the Capital Markets Authority.

With a strong background in digital marketing, regional growth strategies, and brand development across MENA, APAC, and EMEA, Taha's addition is expected to support BitDelta’s next phase of growth and market expansion.

Beeks Financial Cloud Group has secured its first commercial contract for Market Edge Intelligence®, marking a major mil...
09/06/2026

Beeks Financial Cloud Group has secured its first commercial contract for Market Edge Intelligence®, marking a major milestone in the rollout of its AI-powered analytics platform for capital markets infrastructure.

The five-year agreement, valued at $4.8 million, has been signed with one of the world’s largest banks for deployment within a segment of its trading infrastructure. Revenue recognition begins immediately, with significant potential for expansion across broader systems over time.

Market Edge Intelligence® is designed to deliver AI and machine learning-driven insights directly at the colocation edge, enabling financial institutions to monitor market and network data in real time, identify anomalies, and uncover trading inefficiencies that traditional systems may not detect.

The deal follows a successful proof of concept and reinforces Beeks’ strategic evolution from infrastructure provider to intelligence-driven partner for Tier 1 and Tier 2 financial institutions.

WeTrade has expanded its global sports sponsorship portfolio through a new multi-year partnership with the Houston Rocke...
09/06/2026

WeTrade has expanded its global sports sponsorship portfolio through a new multi-year partnership with the Houston Rockets, one of the NBA’s most recognized franchises.

The collaboration marks another significant step in WeTrade’s international growth strategy, following recent partnerships with Paris Saint-Germain and Phantom Global in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Championship.

Through the agreement, WeTrade will gain access to the Rockets’ global fanbase while participating in a range of digital campaigns, international activations, and exclusive experiences designed to engage both sports fans and traders worldwide.

The partnership brings together two brands focused on performance, discipline, and global reach. For WeTrade, the deal further strengthens brand visibility across key international markets while reinforcing its commitment to connecting with audiences beyond traditional financial services channels.

As WeTrade continues its expansion across Asia, Europe, and other global markets, the Houston Rockets partnership represents another milestone in the company's efforts to build a globally recognized brand through high-profile sports collaborations.

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