A pictorial tour through the events of last week at the iFX EXPO Asia 2017 FX industry conference
Last week, Hong Kong, one of the world’s largest financial and technological infrastructure centers, was the host city for one of the most important business to business events in the annual calendar for all sectors of the global electronic trading industry.
At the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Center in Wan Chai, the iFX EXPO Asia 2017 FX industry conference, produced by ConversionPros and industry news and research group Finance Magnates, represented the pinnacle of discussion among a vast number of senior executives from Western and Chinese benchmarks in FX industry experience.
Here is a montage of the week’s events:
On February 21, Saxo Bank preceded the main conference with a taste of things to come as hedge fund managers and electronic high net worth trading companies discussed FinTech on an institutional levelA very senior, high quality audience gained an overview of Saxo Bank’s alignment with the ever evolving needs of large institutional clients…From Asia Pacific, and the entire global institutional financial technology industrySaxo Bank Head of API Business Lucien Lauerman (center) engages senior level wealth management executivesThere are offices with worse views, one can certainly concur. Live coverage of the iFX EXPO is always an absolute pleasure, the view simply adds to itHong Kong Harbor was home to live in-depth reporting on one of the world’s most important conferences, the iFX EXPO Asia 2017Specialist in FX brokerage CRM technology PROFTIT entertained over 500 delegates on February 21’s welcome party at FRITES Belgian restaurant and bar, Wan Chai, Hong KongShift Forex founders Matthew Miller and Ian McAfeeLuis Sanchez, CEO, BMFN, and Janet Pinto, Senior Relationship Manager at Finance MagnatesWestern senior executives begin vital networking with partners from the all important APAC regionChris Rowe, Global Head of Sales & Marketing, Gold-i with Tom Higgins, CEO, Gold-i and Luis Sanchez, CEO, BMFNMichael Bleys, FX & Derivatives institutional executive at Sucden Financial with Tim Brankin, Business Development Director at Direct FX and Bjorn Enqvist, Managing Director EMEA at Advanced Markets & FortexThe all important discussions begin!Such a short walk to interact and drive the entire industry forwardNatallia Hunik, Global Head of Sales, Advanced Markets & Fortex with Richard Elston, Group Head of Institutional Division for Europe at CMC Markets and David De Juan Sardina IMC, Head of Institutional Sales at CMC MarketsThe world’s most ubiquitous off-the shelf trading platform? MetaTrader 5 and multi-product connectivity to exchanges and OTC assets on the same platform was a massively important point in Hong Kong, echoing FinanceFeeds’ research in mainland ChinaLet the discussion begin! Finance Magnates Head of Content Jonathan Fine introduces the several engaging discussion panelsRamy Soliman, CEO, Stater Global Markets
Richard Elston, Group Head of Institutional Division for Europe and Andrew Wood, Business Development Manager, Institutional division at CMC Markets Australia and New Zealand
Lucian Lauerman, Head of API Business at Saxo Bank with Neil Browning, Senior Director at Saxo Bank with the company’s APAC executives
Want to know how to take your brokerage into China and succeed? Morten Fillipsen, Natallia Hunik, Rosiva Merrilyn, Ryan Liew and Thomas Gluckstein take a close look
These days. it is all about engaging the professional hedge fund managers and providing them with a full institutional solution, a progression from the IBs of yore
Delegates at the iFX EXPO were greeted in the traditional and elegant style
Saxo Bank CEO for APAC Adam Reynolds addresses discerning executives on how to empower their business with fully adaptable institutional technology
Global CEOs debate. Mario Singh, CEO, Fullerton Markets, Tom Higgins, CEO, Gold-i and Christian Frahm, CEO, CFH Group
CMC Markets Head of Greater China Biyi Cheng goes into great detail with Andrew-Saks McLeod, CEO, FinanceFeedsFinance Magnates Senior Editor Avi Mizrahi chairs a lively and engaging panel with global industry leaders Mario Singh, CEO, Fullerton Markets, Tom Higgins, CEO, Gold-i, Christian Frahm, CEO, CFH Group, Yoni Assia, CEO, eToro and Draco Ng, CEO, AETOS CapitalNicc Lewis, VP Marketing, Leverate, Andrew Saks-McLeod, CEO, FinanceFeeds, Andy Zhang, General Manager of China, LeverateProprietary technology for Chinese institutional partners: CMC Markets £100 million Next Generation’ trading platformLeverate CEO for APAC Itai Damti chairs the debate on technology with Stanislav Efremov, COO, ICM Capital, Paul G Smith, CEO, Mobile Trading Partners, Nir Yaffe, VP Products at SpotOption, Maor Lahav, COO at Panda TS, Kurt vom Scheidt, Global Head of Foreign Exchange & Co-Head of Trading, Product and Execution Services at Saxo Bank, Andrew Ralich, CEO, oneZero
To & from meetings: Wan Chai is a hive of FX industry activity during the iFX EXPO, where global business takes place around the clock. These Toyota Crown YXS 10 purpose built taxis may look as though they belong in the 1970s, but are actually still in production. Mind the self-opening rear door!
The top level executives of institutional hedge funds in China discuss tailored institutional liquidity and front end solutionsiFX EXPO continues into the evening with a night party in the beautifully illuminated Central districtGoodnight Wan Chai. Until next time
The recent approval of the first Ethereum ETF in Hong Kong underscores a significant advancement in the cryptocurrency’s mainstream acceptance. While Ethereum continues to attract institutional attention, the Dogecoin price prediction suggests a possible resurgence, despite its current undervaluation from past highs.
The Bitcoin network has confirmed its fourth-ever halving block, mined by the cryptocurrency pool ViaBTC, according to data from Blockchain.com. This significant event in the Bitcoin ecosystem reduced the mining reward by half, a deflationary measure occurring approximately every four years to control the issuance of new bitcoins and curb inflation.
Proprietary trading firm True Forex Funds today announced the launch of Match-Trader, a multi-asset trading platform developed by California-based FX technology provider Match-Trade Technologies.
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has fined MCA Intelifunds, trading as FXORO, a total of €360,000 for multiple violations of the Cypriot investment laws.
Yi He, co-founder of cryptocurrency giant Binance, has shared a positive outlook on the legal situation of the exchange’s former CEO, Changpeng Zhao. Zhao is currently awaiting a sentencing hearing scheduled for April 30 in the United States.
Discover how ‘Kaspa Killer’ BlockDAG’s $18.5M presale and 400% surge positions it as the fastest-growing crypto, amidst AVAX’s anticipated market rally and Kaspa’s performance gains.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However you may visit Cookie Settings to provide a controlled consent.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
