Vanuatu Crypto Law, IBKR Report; SEC Overhaul; FCA Warning; CRM; Sterling Q&A...News Recap from Last Week

Fazzaco continued extensively covering the latest trends in forex, crypto, fintech, and prop trading last week. In addition to the news, we've also published the exclusive interview with the executives at the U.S-based Fintech Sterling Trading Tech as well as a CRM article by FX Back Office.

Vanuatu Enacts Legal Framework for Virtual Assets

Vanuatu has officially established a legal framework for cryptocurrencies with the recent passage of the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Act by its Parliament last week. The new legislation defines virtual assets as "digital representations of value that may be traded and function as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, or a store of value."

IBKR Sees Strong March Trading, Expands to Canada

Interactive Brokers has reported a significant surge in daily trading activity for March, alongside the expansion of its predictive markets trading services into Canada. The electronic brokerage firm saw a 44% year-over-year increase in Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs) during the month, reaching 3.471 million.

SEC Overhauls Enforcement and Exams Divisions in Reorganization Effort

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a significant restructuring of its enforcement and examinations divisions. The changes, effective April 9th, will see staff in these divisions reporting to newly appointed deputy directors, marking the latest in a series of shifts under Republican leadership at the agency.

UK FCA Issues Warning Against 29 Unauthorized Companies

The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) issued warnings against 29 new companies from Mar 24 - 28, 2025 that are soliciting customers in the UK jurisdiction without any licenses or are clones of authorized platforms.

According to the regulator, 2 of the 29 warned firms are clone entities, 27 are unauthorized.

The Future of Forex CRMs: What Brokers Need in 2025 and Beyond

As the forex industry evolves, the role of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems becomes increasingly crucial for brokers. In 2025 and beyond, forex brokers will require advanced CRM solutions that leverage artificial intelligence, automation, and enhanced security to stay competitive. This article explores the key trends shaping the future of forex CRMs and what brokers should look for in their next-generation systems.

What's Next for Market Trends, AI in Trading, and Prop Trading? Sterling Tech's Leaders Weigh In​

In an interview last week, Fazzaco was honored to sit down with two key executives from Sterling - Jennifer Nayar, President & CEO, and Clara Lee, APAC Sales Director - shared insights on innovation, client-centric solutions, and future trends shaping the trading landscape.