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John Hegeman, Chief Revenue Officer at Meta, has officially joined the Board of Directors at Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD). With nearly two decades of experience in digital advertising, product development, and growth strategy, John brings a deep understanding of platform innovation and monetization at scale. As CRO of Meta, he has played a key role in building one of the world’s most powerful ad businesses — and now he joins Robinhood to help guide its next phase of user growth, platform expansion, and financial accessibility. A strong strategic addition as Robinhood continues to evolve as a fintech leader. 📈📊 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #Robinhood #LeadershipMoves #BoardAppointment #Fintech

🔁 Trading 212 strengthens its equities execution with J.P. Morgan. In a recent update to its order execution terms, Trading 212 has added JP Morgan as one of its official execution brokers — a major step forward in enhancing its trading infrastructure. Previously relying primarily on Interactive Brokers, Trading 212 is now showing clear signs of maturing as a platform, including its setup as a systematic internaliser, allowing it to act as a market maker for its own clients in cash equities. This shift reflects a deeper evolution in how the broker supports commission-free trading, optimizing execution and exploring new revenue models beyond traditional fees. Another sign that Trading 212 is scaling up its game in the retail trading space. 📈 📩 For inquiries, contact us at: enquiry@forexpolicy.com #Trading212 #JPmorgan #EquitiesTrading

🚀 Sumsub launches Reusable Digital Identity to redefine KYC and user onboarding. The new Sumsub ID and Reusable KYC product suite is designed to eliminate repetitive verifications, cut onboarding time by 50%, and increase pass rates by up to 30% — all while staying fully GDPR-compliant. ✅ With Sumsub ID, users can now securely store and reuse verified documents across 4,000+ platforms in the Sumsub ecosystem. Reusable KYC enables businesses to share verified user data (with consent), dramatically improving onboarding speed and conversion. 💡 It’s a game-changer for industries like fintech, crypto, e-commerce, and traditional finance — offering faster, safer, and more user-friendly verification at scale. 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #Sumsub #DigitalIdentity #KYC

💸 Nvidia thinks it can hit $1 TRILLION in data center revenue by 2028. That’s not a typo. One. Trillion. Dollars. Elon’s jaw dropped. Jeff Bezos blinked twice. 📊 So… is this the future or just some spicy AI-fueled optimism? Vote below before Jensen Huang buys the internet too. 😅 #Nvidia #AI #BigTechEnergy

Esteve Jane has been appointed as the new Managing Director for Europe at IG Group. With a background in venture capital, corporate finance, and leadership roles in tech and digital marketplaces — including CEO of Shpock and COO of coches.net — Esteve brings a unique blend of operational and strategic expertise to the trading industry. While new to the brokerage space, his experience in M&A and business growth suggests a focus on expansion through acquisitions and regional development across Europe. His appointment comes as IG Group continues its shift toward regional autonomy and growth beyond traditional markets. Welcome to the world of trading, Esteve! 👏🌍 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #IGGroup #LeadershipMoves #Fintech

🚨 eToro officially files for IPO — Nasdaq listing in sight. Online trading platform eToro has publicly filed its registration statement with the U.S. SEC, signaling its intent to go public under the ticker symbol “ETOR” on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. This filing marks a key milestone in eToro’s long-awaited path to becoming a publicly traded company. While the number of shares and pricing details are still under wraps, the move brings renewed attention to the platform's strong presence in both equity and crypto markets. Backed by top-tier institutions like Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, UBS, and Citi, the offering is expected to draw significant interest — pending market conditions and regulatory approval. After a previous attempt via SPAC in 2021, and a $250M raise in 2023 at a $3.5B valuation, eToro is making another bold move in the public markets. 📈 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #eToro #IPO #Nasdaq #FintechNews

Ahmed Azzam has been promoted to Head of Market Research at Equiti Group, a multi-regulated global fintech leader in trading, payments, and asset management. Ahmed joined the company in early 2023 as a Regional Financial Market Analyst and brings years of experience from top regional brokers, including Capital Investments, Noor Almal, and Borsaat.com بورصات. He’s also a well-known voice in Arabic-language financial media. 🎙️📊 With this new role, Ahmed will lead Equiti’s market research initiatives across key regions, providing valuable insights to clients and supporting the Group’s global growth. Congratulations, Ahmed! 👏 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #EquitiGroup #LeadershipMoves #MarketResearch

Marc CAMUS has been appointed Chief Information Officer (CIO) of BNP Paribas, effective April 1, 2025. Previously CIO at BNP Paribas Fortis, Marc now joins the BNP Paribas Executive Committee and will lead the Group’s IT strategy — with a focus on innovation, cybersecurity, AI, cloud computing, and enhanced customer experience. He succeeds Bernard GAVGANI, who will transition to a Senior Advisor role supporting key technology partners. With deep expertise in tech and operational strategy, Marc’s leadership comes at a crucial time for digital transformation across the banking sector. 💼💻 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #BNPParibas #LeadershipMoves #CIO

🌍 24 Exchange joins forces with LCH ForexClear to streamline FX derivatives clearing. Bermuda-based 24 Exchange has officially been approved as a trade source for FX non-deliverable forward (NDF) clearing by LCH ForexClear, part of the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). This partnership allows 24 Exchange’s non-U.S. institutional users to trade and clear FX NDFs more efficiently — reducing counterparty risk, optimizing margin requirements, and aligning with global trends favoring central clearing for OTC FX products. As only the second electronic FX platform with this capability, 24 Exchange is enhancing market accessibility and clearing efficiency. Their first cleared trade was executed in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank. A big move for FX markets — and a strong step forward in risk management and operational efficiency. 🔁📉 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #24Exchange #LCHForexClear #FXTrading

London & Cyprus-based ROSTRO Group has announced key management changes ahead of its planned entry into new verticals, including payments, digital assets, hedge funds, and private banking. 🚀 John Murphy, currently CRO at Scope Markets, steps up as Group Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for Rostro. 📈 Pavel Spirin remains CEO of Scope Markets and takes on the additional role of Group Chief Growth Officer (CGO) for Rostro. Rostro’s recent acquisition of Scope Markets marked a strong entry into the retail trading space, and these new appointments signal a clear intention to scale further across the financial ecosystem. With expansion into crypto and payments on the horizon, the group is aligning talent to match its ambitious vision. 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧- 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: facebook.com/forexpolicy 𝐗: x.com/forexpolicy #RostroGroup #LeadershipMoves #FintechExpansion #DigitalAssets