Crypto payments in Australia have long hovered between pilot programs and niche acceptance. Merchants were interested, regulators were cautious, and infrastructure rarely bridged that gap cleanly. ByteFederal Australia now wants to change that equation.
The world’s second‑largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume has introduced two new account modes under Bybit TradFi: Zero‑Fee mode and Tight‑Spread mode. The goal is straightforward—make trading traditional assets like gold, foreign exchange (FX), and stock CFDs accessible to newcomers while still offering precision pricing for experienced traders.
Edward Jones Ventures is no longer in prove‑it mode. Entering its second year, the venture arm of Edward Jones is scaling investments…
South Korea’s Hecto Financial is plugging into Circle’s rapidly expanding stablecoin rails, marking another step in the global shift away from slow,…
My Home Pathway (MHP) aims to make homeownership accessible, recognizing it as a key to building generational wealth and achieving financial freedom.…
Singapore’s auditors are getting a cloud-first upgrade. Caseware, a global player in audit and financial reporting software, has launched Cloud Audit—its purpose-built, AI-enhanced audit platform designed specifically for Singapore’s regulatory environment.
LPL Financial LLC, a leading wealth management firm, announced a series of over 80 enhancements to its financial technology, investment solutions, and platform infrastructure in the first quarter of 2025. These updates demonstrate LPL’s ongoing commitment to empowering advisors with advanced tools and technologies that optimize time, personalize client experiences, and improve financial guidance.
Cary Street Partners, a leading independent wealth management firm, announced the acquisition of IFS Advisors, Inc., a respected Sarasota-based firm led by seasoned financial advisor Daniel J. Wolff. This strategic move marks Cary Street Partners’ 20th office nationwide and solidifies its expansion in Florida with a second location, complementing its Tampa office.
Sowell Management, a leading Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), has announced the launch of its Visionary Allocation Strategies, created in partnership with Goldman Sachs Asset Management. This suite of investment solutions is designed exclusively for Sowell-affiliated advisors to meet the complex needs of high-net-worth (HNW) clients through personalized, tax-sensitive portfolios—offered with no strategist fee.
Curated Wealth Partners, a leading multi-family office and investment management firm catering to ultra-high-net-worth clients, has announced the appointment of Nellie Keyhani as its new Director of Client Advisory. With nearly two decades of experience, Ms. Keyhani brings valuable expertise in wealth management, estate planning, and family governance to the firm.