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Hong Kong, Hong Kong, May 21st, 2026, Chainwire
OSL Group (863.HK) (OSL), a global stablecoin payment and trading platform, today announced that its Hong Kong-licensed digital asset exchange OSL HK has officially listed USDKG, the gold-backed stablecoin issued by the Kyrgyz Republic. The listing marks a significant step in bringing a state-supervised, asset-backed digital currency to one of the world’s most established licensed virtual asset markets.
Pegged 1:1 to the U.S. Dollar and fully backed by physical gold reserves, USDKG is now accessible to professional investors through OSL’s institutional-grade infrastructure. The initial trading pair USDKG/USDT is now available to professional investors across OSL HK’s over-the-counter (OTC) platform.
The listing of USDKG aligns with OSL’s commitment to contribute to the development of a secure and compliant digital asset ecosystem in Asia and beyond. It also expands USDKG’s reach into new markets through a regulated platform aligned with institutional standards, supporting its use in cross-border settlement and broader financial applications.
Jason Liu, Global Exchange COO of OSL, said:
OSL is dedicated to providing investors with access to regulated, innovative assets. The listing of USDKG not only enriches OSL’s product offerings for the market, but also strengthens its compliant stablecoin ecosystem, as the introduction of a state-backed, compliant digital asset further underscores OSL’s credibility and leadership within the industry.
Biibolot Mamytov, CEO of Gold Dollar (USDKG), said:
This listing represents an important milestone for USDKG as we enter one of the most established and highly regulated digital asset markets globally. Hong Kong is widely regarded as the gold standard for digital asset regulation, and working with OSL reflects our focus on transparency, gold-backed reserves, and institutional-grade infrastructure.
About USDKG
USDKG is issued by OJSC Virtual Asset Issuer, a state-owned entity under Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Finance, with an initial issuance of $50 million backed by physical gold reserves audited by Kreston Global. The stablecoin is deployed on Ethereum and TRON, with smart contract audits conducted by ConsenSys Diligence.
The token is already accessible through decentralized exchanges, including Curve and Uniswap, and supported by major wallets such as Ledger Live, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and TronLink. The stablecoin is fully compliant with FATF KYC/AML standards and is designed to facilitate financial inclusion and efficient cross-border value transfer.
With this listing, Kyrgyzstan continues to position itself as a regional first-mover in regulated, asset-backed digital currencies, bridging traditional finance and blockchain infrastructure while maintaining full sovereign oversight and public accountability.
About OSL Group
OSL Group (HKEX: 863) is a global stablecoin payment and trading platform that strives to provide compliant and efficient digital financial infrastructure services globally, empowering enterprises, financial institutions and individuals to seamlessly exchange, pay, trade, and settle between fiat and digital currencies. Grounded in the core values of Open, Secure, and Licensed, it is committed to building a more efficient ecosystem that connects global markets and enables instant, seamless and compliant value movement worldwide. For media inquiries, users can contact: media@osl.com
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute, and shall not be construed as, an offer, solicitation, invitation, recommendation, or inducement to buy, sell, subscribe for, or otherwise deal in any digital assets, securities, or financial products. It does not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, accounting, or other professional advice and should not be relied upon as such. The views, statements, and information contained herein do not necessarily reflect the official positions or commitments of OSL Group or any of its affiliates. Any descriptions of products, services, promotions, or programmes are for general reference only. Participation in any products, services, or promotions mentioned is subject to applicable terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements. This article may contain forward-looking statements or indicative information. Actual outcomes may differ materially, and OSL Group assumes no obligation to update such information.
Contact
Gold Dollar — USDKG
business@usdkg.com

ABUJA, NIGERIA, May 21st, 2026, FinanceWire
PU Prime is proud to announce the official launch of the Dream Fund, a dedicated philanthropic initiative designed to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity for children facing educational barriers. Launched in 2026, the fund begins its mission in Abuja, Nigeria, with a commitment to providing sustained, multi-year support to students who would otherwise be unable to remain in the classroom.
The scale of the global education crisis is staggering, with 251 million children currently out of school worldwide. In Nigeria alone, this figure reaches 18 million, representing a significant portion of the population whose ambitions are hindered not by a lack of ability, but by a lack of access. The Dream Fund was created to address this specific hurdle, acting as a bridge to ensure children can stay in school and pursue their long-term goals.
Walking Alongside Students: A Sustained Approach
Unlike one-time donations, the Dream Fund is structured as a multi-year sponsorship that covers multiple terms across various school grades. The funding is strictly ring-fenced for essential academic needs, including:
Academic Fees: Coverage for school fees and examination costs.
Essential Supplies: Provision of books and school uniforms.
Modern Resources: Access to digital learning tools to ensure students remain competitive in a tech-driven world.
Inaugural Partnership: Destine Children’s Orphanage
The Dream Fund’s first milestone is a partnership with Destine Children’s Orphanage in Abuja. By working with this launch partner, the fund ensures that aid is distributed through trusted institutional channels, with proper documentation and oversight to maintain full transparency.
The official signing ceremony was held on April 17, with representatives from both parties formally signing the agreement.
I see the potential in our children every day. However, that potential is often limited by a lack of access to consistent schooling. For many of our students, the fear of having to leave their studies due to rising costs remains a constant burden,
said Ms. Sarah, Admin Assistant at Destine Children’s Orphanage.
Reflecting on the initiative, Mr. Idowu, PU Prime’s Country Manager for Nigeria, shared:
The seeds for the Dream Fund were sown during our visit on October 30, 2025, where we witnessed both the incredible potential of these students and the stark barriers they face. Today, we are proud to turn intention into action by sponsoring 23 children from six different schools, ensuring they receive the consistent support needed to remain in the classroom.
While the initiative begins in Nigeria, PU Prime has a visionary roadmap for the Dream Fund. The long-term goal is to expand the fund beyond a single organization, growing a network of partners across the global regions to create a worldwide coalition for education. In a unique move for the brokerage industry, PU Prime is also inviting its global client base to participate. The Dream Fund represents PU Prime’s evolution from a financial service provider to a socially responsible global citizen, committed to the belief that education is a fundamental right, not a privilege.
About PU Prime
Founded in 2015, PU Prime is a leading global fintech company and trusted CFD broker. Today, it offers regulated financial products across forex, commodities, indices, shares, and bonds. Operating in over 190 countries with more than 40 million app downloads, PU Prime provides innovative trading platforms and an integrated copy trading feature, empowering traders worldwide to achieve financial success with confidence.
For media enquiries, please contact: media@puprime.com
Contact
Sim
PU Prime
kahlock.sim@puprime.com

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, May 20th, 2026, Chainwire
A new protocol-level feature enables peer-to-peer stablecoin transfers on Sui without requiring users to hold SUI, dropping current stablecoin transfer fees to $0.00.
Sui, where money moves as freely as messages, today announced the launch of gasless stablecoin transfers, a new protocol-level feature that enables users and businesses to send supported stablecoins on Sui without paying gas fees or managing a separate SUI token balance. With the feature now rolling out to validators, stablecoin transfer fees are $0.00 on the Sui network.
With support live from major stablecoins, including USDsui, suiUSDe, AUSD, FDUSD, USDB, USDC, and USDY, the feature is designed to simplify payment workflows and remove one of the largest friction points in stablecoin mass adoption: the requirement to hold a separate token to complete transactions.
Fireblocks, the enterprise platform securing more than $14 trillion in digital asset transactions, has integrated the new solution prior to the rollout as part of Sui’s broader payments ecosystem expansion. In addition, many institutional custodians and retail-facing wallets will support gasless transactions at launch, enabling users to send select stablecoins without holding or spending SUI on transaction fees.
Stablecoins are becoming a core part of global finance, but the infrastructure around them still creates unnecessary complexity,
said Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder and CPO of Mysten Labs, the original contributor to Sui. From the start, we’ve said it should not cost individuals fees to move their own money. With gasless stablecoin transfers, we are one step closer in making Sui the global rail for payments, whether they are for businesses, AI agents, and consumers.
Fireblocks’ support further strengthens the institutional accessibility of Sui’s payments infrastructure by enabling enterprises and financial service providers to securely access and manage stablecoin activity on the network through trusted digital asset infrastructure.
The future of payments will run on stablecoin rails, but the experience for institutions still needs to catch up,
said Ran Goldi, SVP Payments & Network at Fireblocks. Sui is making all the right moves, with gasless stablecoin transfers that removes a major point of friction for enterprises building onchain payment flows and customer experiences.
Gasless stablecoin transfers represent a structural change to how single and batched peer-to-peer transfers of supported stablecoins operate on Sui Mainnet and are not a subsidy, sponsorship program, or temporary promotional initiative. In a competitive market where margins are everything, the launch positions Sui as the default stablecoin infrastructure for businesses looking to cut complexity and overhead costs, traders who are tired of failed transactions or the friction of fees, and AI agents, who will objectively choose the cheapest path of least resistance to execute autonomous payments.
Since August 2025, Sui has surpassed $1 trillion in stablecoin transfer volume, while its stablecoin ecosystem has continued to expand rapidly across institutional, retail, and developer use cases. Sui’s horizontally scalable architecture and object-centric design allow the network to support high-frequency payment activity with predictable performance and low operational overhead, making it well-suited for emerging payment applications, agentic commerce, and enterprise-grade financial systems.
These new protocol mechanisms work by dramatically cutting processing costs, and gasless stablecoin transfers build on that foundation to eliminate gas pre-funding and volatile treasury management entirely. The result is simpler infrastructure for institutions, and an operational and cost model that makes agentic commerce and autonomous systems work. Free transfers mean gas fees never rival or exceed the value of the payment itself, making micropayments viable at any scale.
Recent momentum across the Sui ecosystem underscores rising demand for scalable financial infrastructure and stablecoin-based payments. In 2026 alone, four SUI exchange-traded products from 21Shares, Grayscale, and Canary Capital launched globally, expanding institutional access to the Sui ecosystem. At the same time, marquee stablecoin initiatives, including Bridge-issued Sui Dollar (USDSui) and Ethena-issued eSui Dollar (SuiUSDe), have continued to expand Sui’s growing digital dollar ecosystem and strengthen its position as infrastructure for internet-scale finance.
Gasless stablecoin transfers are now rolling out on Sui Mainnet. To learn more about payments on Sui, visit https://www.sui.io/payments.
Contact: media@sui.io
About Sui
Sui, where money moves as freely as messages, is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain built for scalable finance and global payments. Founded by the core team behind Meta’s stablecoin initiative and powered by an object-centric model, Sui makes assets, permissions, and user data programmable and ownable. Sui’s primitives offer builders everything they need to create high-performance payments and financial applications, including instant agentic payments. Users can learn more at sui.io.
About Fireblocks
Fireblocks is the world’s most trusted digital asset infrastructure company, empowering organizations of all sizes to build, manage and grow their business on the blockchain. With the industry’s most scalable and secure platform, we streamline stablecoin payments, settlement, custody, tokenization, trading, accounting operations, and compliance reporting — enabling everything from institutional finance to consumer-facing digital experiences across the largest ecosystem of banks, payment providers, stablecoin issuers, exchanges and custodians. Thousands of organizations — including Worldpay, BNY, Galaxy, and Revolut — trust Fireblocks to secure more than $14 trillion in digital asset transactions across 150+ blockchains. Users can learn more at fireblocks.com.
Contact
Sui Foundation
media@sui.io

Ebene, Mauritius, May 20th, 2026, FinanceWire
IUX officially announced its participation as a Gold Sponsor at the recent Traders Fair Expo held in Manila as part of its regional engagement activities in Asia.
As a Gold Sponsor, IUX participated in the expo and engaged with members of the local community, including beginner investors, market enthusiasts, and prospective institutional partners.
During the event, IUX contributed to the event’s educational agenda. IUX representative and event speaker, Kevin K, Head of Key Account Manager, delivered a presentation addressing
Why 80% of Traders Quit Within the First Year — And How We Can Change That Together
Reflecting on the audience engagement, Kevin noted that attendees participated in discussions relating to operational challenges such as discipline and mindset.
The speaking session included discussions focused on education and long-term trading development.
Kevin stated.
He further emphasized that the interactive environment allowed people in the community to exchange experiences and insights. “These interactions help us to gain a better understanding of the ecosystem and encourage continuous learning,” Kevin added, highlighting the networking and discussion opportunities available during the expo.
The event enabled IUX to initiate strategic connections with various third-party entities, including regional media partners and technology suppliers, as part of its regional brand engagement activities in Southeast Asia.
About IUX
IUX delivers a trading environment built on performance, and reliability, designed to meet the needs of professionals*. From developing your edge to refining established strategies, our technologies, and tools are optimized to support a more efficient trading experience.
With expanding market access, secure infrastructure, and professional-grade usability, IUX supports traders to operate with clarity, and confidence.
For more Information: IUX
*CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 76% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Contact
Corporate Communications Officer
Philip Wang
IUX MARKETS LIMITED
philip@iux.com

Dubai, UAE, May 20th, 2026, FinanceWire
The online address marks an early step in STARTRADER’s commitment to youth education in artificial intelligence and future skills.
STARTRADER CEO Peter Karsten delivered an online keynote to academic staff and students at the University of Adelaide, one of Australia’s leading research institutions with over 56,000 enrolled students, introducing foundational concepts in artificial intelligence as part of the company’s growing commitment to youth education and digital skills development.
The session, titled “AI Starter,” reached undergraduate and postgraduate students across disciplines, reflecting STARTRADER’s view that AI fluency is becoming essential across all professional fields, not just technology. The approach mirrors the same principle of accessible, client-first engagement that defines STARTRADER’s presence in financial markets.
Mr. Karsten tailored the session for a broad, non-technical audience, covering the role of AI in everyday life, the growing importance of AI literacy across disciplines, and practical ways for young professionals to get comfortable with emerging technologies.
The keynote is part of a deliberate direction STARTRADER has been building; connecting its position in global markets with investment in youth education. AI is already reshaping how trading platforms operate and how clients interact with markets. STARTRADER sees early AI literacy among young people as a direct extension of the industry it serves, alongside broader priorities in financial literacy and digital skills.
“AI is no longer an area for specialists only. It’s a component that is bound to shape industries within the next couple of years,” Mr. Karsten explained. “And in addition to us being able to make use of these technologies, we should enable the younger generation to feel comfortable working with them. This is very important on their stage of careers.”
“We welcome opportunities to connect our students with industry leaders who can offer both perspective and practical guidance on the technologies shaping their future careers,” said Derek Abbott, Professor and Laureate Fellow, University of Adelaide.
Further university sessions are planned throughout the coming year, with engagements at the University of Europe (UE) and the Higher Colleges and Technology and among those confirmed.
About STARTRADER
STARTRADER is a global multi-asset broker empowering retail and institutional partners to access global markets through a range of platforms, including MetaTrader, STAR-APP, and STAR-COPY.
Regulated across five jurisdictions (CMA, ASIC, FSCA, FSA, and FSC), STARTRADER combines strong governance with a client-first approach, serving both retail clients and partners with a commitment to transparency, reliability, and long-term growth.
Contact
Janna Magabilen
STARTRADER
Janna.magabilen@startrader.com

Boca Raton, FL, United States, May 19th, 2026, FinanceWire
A new introducing broker, Tradeify Brokerage LLC, will operate under the Slay Markets brand, with the retail waitlist opening today.
Tradeify, a leading U.S. proprietary trading firm, today announced the launch of Slay Markets, a new retail brokerage operating under its recently formed introducing broker entity, Tradeify Brokerage LLC. Alongside the launch, Tradeify has signed an exclusive clearing and technology agreement with NinjaTrader Clearing LLC and NinjaTrader Connect, an end-to-end infrastructure platform that provides broad market access along with integrated onboarding, funding, risk controls, and a complete retail trading experience through a single API. NinjaTrader Clearing LLC will serve as the sole clearing firm and Tradeify partner for all Slay Markets customer activity.
Tradeify has grown into one of the largest retail proprietary trading firms in the U.S. in just a few years. The firm has built that scale on a simple promise to its traders: clear rules, fast funding, and payouts designed to hit before the competition has finished processing.
The launch is Tradeify’s first move beyond its evaluation and funded trading programs. It brings CME Group futures access to the firm’s existing trader community and to the broader U.S. retail market through a dedicated brokerage.
An Exclusive Arrangement with NinjaTrader
Under the clearing agreement, finalized this month, NinjaTrader Clearing LLC will serve as the exclusive CFTC-registered futures commission merchant behind Slay Markets.
The structure allows Tradeify to concentrate on the retail experience while relying on an established CFTC-regulated partner for the regulated infrastructure behind every trade. NinjaTrader adds a new retail segment through a brand with an active, self-selected customer base of futures traders.
This lands as U.S. retail futures continue to grow and traders increasingly demand a single firm that can carry them from evaluation through to live capital.
Public Rollout Timeline
Slay Markets will have a phased public rollout. The waitlist is live today at slaymarkets.com. Early access will go to Tradeify’s existing funded traders, with broader retail availability following in the weeks after launch.
Regulatory Structure
Tradeify Brokerage LLC is registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission as an introducing broker and is a National Futures Association member. Customers contract with Tradeify Brokerage LLC. Client funds are held by NinjaTrader, which also clears and executes all trades as the futures commission merchant of record. This IB/FCM separation is the standard model across most of the U.S. retail futures market.
Commentary from Leadership
Brett Simberkoff, Chief Executive Officer of Tradeify, on the rationale for the expansion:
Tradeify was built to help retail traders develop their skills and scale their trading. Creating an easy path to take their capital to a live brokerage account when they felt they were ready was a necessary chapter in that journey. NinjaTrader is the right partner for it. Their clearing infrastructure and their long experience in the retail futures industry made the decision straightforward. With NinjaTrader handling the infrastructure, Tradeify aims to focus on creating the best possible user experience.
Martin Franchi, Chief Executive Officer, NinjaTrader Group on the partnership and evolution from prop to fully regulated retail brokerage:
The prop trading industry continues to evolve with some firms beginning to expand beyond evaluation programs and funded accounts. Tradeify is a strong example – a valued NinjaTrader partner that has grown from a prop firm into a fully regulated retail brokerage through NinjaTrader Connect. This progression from prop firm to introducing broker represents a natural extension for firms exploring new ways to serve traders. NinjaTrader’s battle-tested infrastructure is built to support that evolution, giving firms the technology and framework to launch, differentiate, and scale a complete trading experience. Tradeify and Slay Markets demonstrate how firms can leverage NinjaTrader Connect and NT Tech to accelerate that path without the cost and complexity of building from the ground up.
Media Contacts
Tradeify / Slay Markets
Dane Nakama, Chief Marketing Officer
dane@slaymarkets.co
NinjaTrader
Wendy Serafin, Communications
ninjatrader@5wpr.com
About NinjaTrader Group:
NinjaTrader Group is a global leader in retail futures and trading technology. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been empowering a community of over 2 million traders with cutting-edge technology, ultra-low commissions, and world-class support. The modern, cloud-based platform, available on desktop, web, and mobile, gives traders the freedom to seize market opportunities anytime, anywhere. NinjaTrader Clearing LLC provides direct access to the futures markets, while NT Technologies delivers new tools, seamless NinjaTrader platform integration, and institutional-grade technology to support both individual prop traders and prop trading firms. For institutions, NinjaTrader Connect delivers a comprehensive suite of B2B solutions, providing advanced technology and financial infrastructure for technology providers. For more information, users can visit www.ninjatrader.com.
Disclaimer: Futures trading involves substantial risk and may not be suitable for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Trading should be undertaken only with risk capital—funds that can be lost without jeopardizing one’s financial security or lifestyle—and only by those who can afford such losses. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Contact
Chief Marketing Officer
Dane Nakama
Slay Markets
dane@slaymarkets.com

Nuremberg, Germany, May 19th, 2026, Chainwire
Based on Coinbird DCA Calculator data: monthly Bitcoin buying since 2015 returned +4,515%, while investors would still have endured a 76.72% drawdown, and DCA underperformed lump-sum investing in Coinbird’s tested shorter-term scenarios
New analysis from independent crypto comparison platform Coinbird shows what disciplined monthly Bitcoin buying since 2015 would have actually produced, while also showing where the popular narrative of “just DCA into Bitcoin” oversimplifies the reality.
The findings are based on Coinbird’s Bitcoin DCA Calculator, which uses historical Bitcoin price data from CoinGecko and lets users model recurring investment scenarios going back to 2013.
To run the backtest or explore alternative scenarios, users can visit:
https://www.coinbird.com/cryptocurrencies/bitcoin/dca-calculator
Key findings
An investor who began a $100/month Bitcoin DCA plan in January 2015 would have made 137 monthly purchases through May 2026, investing a total of $13,700. As of May 19, 2026, the resulting portfolio of 8.219 BTC would be worth approximately $632,315, representing a total return of +4,515% on invested capital. The strategy accumulated Bitcoin at an average acquisition cost of roughly $1,667 per BTC, because early purchases acquired significantly more Bitcoin before prices rose.
For investors who started later, near the May 2021 market peak before the 2022 crash, a $100/month DCA plan still returned +84.34% in the May 2021–May 2026 scenario — turning $6,100 invested across 61 monthly purchases into approximately $11,244. Over the same period, a lump-sum investment of the full amount made upfront in May 2021 returned approximately +43%. In this specific scenario, DCA outperformed because the strategy automatically accumulated more Bitcoin during the 2022 bear market.
Importantly, lump-sum investing beat DCA at the 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-year horizons in Coinbird’s tested scenarios. The five-year DCA advantage emerged only after a full crash-and-recovery cycle. The conclusion that “DCA beats lump-sum” is not universal — it depends heavily on start date and market regime.
DCA investors across the full period still experienced a maximum drawdown of -76.72% during the 2022 bear market, underscoring that recurring purchases do not eliminate volatility or the psychological difficulty of holding through severe declines.
The interesting finding is not simply that Bitcoin went up since 2015,
said Philipp, Founder of Coinbird. The interesting finding is that, in this historical scenario, automatic monthly buying through crashes, all-time highs and regulatory uncertainty still produced extraordinary long-term results. At the same time, the drawdowns show why this strategy is much harder to live through than it looks on a chart in hindsight.
Coinbird’s Bitcoin DCA Calculator is available free of charge and allows users to test different investment amounts, purchase intervals and start dates going back to 2013.
Methodology
The analysis simulates recurring Bitcoin purchases at the selected monthly interval using historical CoinGecko price data. Lump-sum comparisons assume the full planned contribution amount is invested upfront at the start of the selected period. Calculations exclude taxes and trading fees. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
About Coinbird
Coinbird is an independent crypto comparison and market intelligence platform helping retail investors compare cryptocurrencies, exchanges and wallets with clearer data. On coinbird.com, users can explore live market data, compare providers, use crypto calculators and follow market indicators such as the Bitcoin Rainbow Chart, Bitcoin Dominance and Altcoin Season Index.
Coinbird is operated by Coinbird GmbH and is the international platform of kryptovergleich.de, one of Germany’s leading crypto comparison portals, serving more than two million users annually. Across both platforms, Coinbird combines transparent data, practical tools and educational guides for new and experienced crypto investors alike.
Contact
Founder
Philipp Duringer
Coinbird GmbH
mail@coinbird.com

Japan’s major brokerages, led by SBI Securities and Rakuten Securities, are developing Bitcoin and Ethereum investment products targeted directly at retail investors. The move signals a broader push within traditional finance to offer digital asset exposure through standard brokerage accounts, bypassing the need for standalone crypto exchanges or self-hosted wallets.
The initial focus remains on Bitcoin and Ethereum—trading near $78,000 and $2,180 respectively—due to their deep liquidity and established institutional demand. By integrating these assets into existing securities platforms, brokerages aim to remove the technical and custody barriers that have historically sidelined everyday retail investors.
The momentum extends beyond SBI and Rakuten. Nomura and Daiwa are evaluating their own digital asset funds, SMBC Group has formed an internal working group, and Asset Management One is conducting preliminary research. A recent Nikkei survey indicates that 11 out of 18 major Japanese financial firms are prepared to enter the space once a legal framework is established, suggesting a pivot from viewing crypto as a speculative niche to treating it as a permanent asset class.
The timeline hinges on Tokyo’s regulatory agencies. Japan’s Financial Services Agency aims to revise the Investment Trust Act by 2028, officially permitting investment trusts to hold cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile, broader market reforms are already underway. In April, the government approved legislation to enhance market transparency, tighten conduct rules, and strengthen investor protections, with implementation expected in 2027.
Overseas momentum is heavily influencing Japan’s timeline. The success of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have accumulated over $100 billion in net assets through early 2026, provides a proven, highly lucrative model. While Japanese regulators will likely proceed cautiously regarding tax frameworks and custody standards, the industry consensus is clear: traditional brokerages are preparing for a regulated, mainstream rollout of digital asset products.

Spain’s AI ecosystem entered 2026 riding the momentum of a breakout year, solidifying the country as one of Europe’s fastest-growing tech hubs.
In 2025, Spanish startups raised €3.1 billion in venture capital funding, with artificial intelligence pulling in €717 million to become the nation’s most-funded sector. According to Dealroom data, the local AI ecosystem has now secured €3.3 billion since 2020, making Spain the sixth-largest AI market in Europe by investment volume.
High-profile funding rounds from companies like TravelPerk and Multiverse Computing put Spain on the global map last year. That investor appetite has carried directly into 2026, with capital flowing heavily into healthcare, industrial software, geospatial intelligence, and enterprise automation.
Here is a look at the companies leading the sector, ranked by total historical funding.
Job&Talent
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2009 $1.2B Juan Urdiales, Felipe Navío Madrid
Madrid-based Job&Talent started as a standard staffing marketplace but operates today as one of Europe’s largest AI-driven workforce platforms. The company uses machine learning to handle hiring, shift scheduling, payroll management, and productivity tracking for global logistics, retail, and warehouse operators. In April 2025, they raised a €103 million Series F from Atomico, Kinnevik, BlackRock, the SoftBank Vision Fund, and DN Capital to expand internationally. With long-standing backing from Goldman Sachs and SoftBank, Job&Talent sits at a $1.2 billion valuation, making it Spain’s highest-valued unicorn.
Xoople
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2020 $280M Fabrizio Pirondini, Álvaro Coronado Cid Madrid
Xoople is building an incredibly ambitious geospatial AI platform. By combining satellite imagery, machine learning, and earth observation tech, the startup creates dynamic digital twins of the planet. Their data allows governments, insurers, and urban planners to monitor industrial and environmental changes in near real time. They recently secured $130 million in a round led by Nazca Capital—alongside MCH Private Equity, Buenavista Equity Partners, and Endeavor—to scale their satellite capabilities. The company also just announced a major partnership with US defense contractor L3Harris Technologies to manufacture sensors for its own satellite constellation.
Universal Diagnostics
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2012 $158M Juan Martínez-Barea, Marko Bitenc Seville
Universal Diagnostics focuses on AI-assisted early cancer detection through blood-based testing. By combining machine learning with genomic and epigenetic analysis, the company identifies cancer biomarkers at very early stages, with a particular focus on colorectal cancer. This January, they secured €30 million in funding from the Government of Spain to support commercialization and navigate regulatory expansion across Europe.
Biorce
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2024 $61.4M Clara Bernardes, Pedro Coelho, José Faria, Diogo Pisoeiro Barcelona
Barcelona-based Biorce applies artificial intelligence to clinical trial design and drug development workflows. Pharmaceutical companies use the platform to predict patient recruitment bottlenecks, optimize trial protocols, and avoid delays that routinely cost the industry billions. Earlier this year, Biorce raised $52 million (roughly €44 million) to expand across the US and Europe. The investment drew heavy-hitters including DST Global, Norrsken VC, Mustard Seed MAZE, YZR Capital, and Mistral AI co-founder Arthur Mensch.
Fracttal
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2015 $50.5M Christian Struve, Alejandro Pérez Madrid
Headquartered in Madrid, Fracttal builds AI predictive maintenance software for the industrial sector. The platform analyzes operational data flowing from heavy machinery and connected devices to forecast equipment failures before they happen, significantly reducing downtime and maintenance costs. The startup recently secured a $35 million round led by Riverwood Capital—with participation from existing backers Seaya Ventures, Kayyak, GoHub, and Amador—to scale its predictive analytics globally.
Sherpa AI
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2012 $47.6M Xabi Uribe-Etxebarria Bilbao
Sherpa AI is one of Spain’s most recognized artificial intelligence firms, specializing in federated learning and privacy-preserving systems. The technology allows large organizations to train AI models collaboratively without ever exposing or sharing the sensitive underlying data. Last month, the company secured an additional €11 million to expand its deployments across the highly regulated banking, healthcare, telecom, and government sectors.
Tucuvi
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2019 $22.9M María González Veracruz, Marcos Rubio Rubio Madrid
Tucuvi develops conversational AI tools specifically for healthcare providers. Hospitals and clinics use its voice-based virtual assistant to monitor patients remotely and automate routine follow-ups, taking administrative pressure off medical staff. In January 2026, the startup raised €17 million from Seaya, Frontline Ventures, and Cathay Innovation to push into new healthcare systems and refine its multilingual AI voice technology.
Optimitive
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2008 $17.4M Javier A. García Sedano Vitoria-Gasteiz
Founded by a physicist-turned-entrepreneur, Optimitive builds industrial AI software aimed at process optimization for heavy manufacturing, including cement, mining, and metals. The technology analyzes plant operations in real time, finding ways to boost productivity while simultaneously cutting energy consumption and emissions. They recently raised €5 million from Suma Capital, CEMEX Ventures, and others to scale internationally.
Lang AI
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2012 $14.5M Jorge Peñalva Zambrano, Enrique Fueyo Ramírez Madrid
Lang AI is a Madrid-based B2B startup that built a no-code service automation platform. Their system allows customer support teams to visually construct AI models and automation logic directly on top of existing software like Zendesk or Salesforce. In a notable exit earlier this year, Lang AI was acquired by Capacity, an enterprise support platform used by more than 20,000 companies, to bolster its automation features.
Delfos Energy
Founded Total Funding Founders Location 2017 $11.1M Guilherme Studart, Samuel Lima Barcelona
Delfos Energy develops “virtual engineer” technology for the renewable energy industry. The platform acts as a constantly operating engineer that ingests real-time operational data from energy infrastructure, detects abnormal behavior, interprets complex signals, and generates prioritized action recommendations. In March, they closed a €3 million seed extension round featuring Vox Capital alongside existing investors Headline, Contrarian Ventures, DOMO VC, and EDP Ventures.

Dubai, united arab emirates, May 18th, 2026, FinanceWire
The annual forex, fintech and online trading technology expo will gather leading brokerages, investors and trading professionals at World Trade Centre.
Dubai: Known for its ambition and appetite for constant reinvention, the city continues to operate as one of the world’s safest and most stable business hubs. Its progressive regulation and expanding financial ecosystem attract brokers, fintech founders, retail traders and global investors.
Against this backdrop, Forex Expo Dubai will proceed as scheduled for its 9th edition at World Trade Centre on 22-23 September 2026. The 2025 edition welcomed 20,000+ attendees, 250+ exhibitors and 150+ speakers, further reinforcing the event’s growing influence within the global trading industry. From its widely discussed luxury car giveaway to its Guinness World Record achievement, Forex Expo Dubai has evolved into one of the region’s most visible platforms for online trading, fintech and digital finance.
A Gathering Driving the Next Era of Online Trading
As retail participation in trading continues to surge globally, the event arrives at a moment when fintech innovation, AI-driven trading technologies and digital assets are rapidly reshaping how investors engage with the global markets. This year’s edition explores themes around market accessibility, platform innovation, trading education and the evolving relationship between technology and modern investing.
“We’re building on the momentum of previous editions while raising the bar on experience and outcomes,” said Niyaz Mohammed, Commercial Director at HQMENA, event organizers. “With 200+ brands already confirmed, we’ve implemented upgraded systems and enhanced networking infrastructure designed specifically to facilitate meaningful business connections.”
Upgraded Experience Beyond the Expo Floor
Over the years, Forex Expo Dubai has evolved beyond a conventional industry gathering into a reflection of the wider transformation taking place across the region’s financial landscape.
The September gathering allows exhibitors and visitors additional flexibility to coordinate travel, business schedules and showcase preparations ahead of the event. Throughout the lead-up to Forex Expo Dubai, HQMENA continues to work closely with partners, stakeholders and participants to ensure a smooth and well-supported event experience across all touchpoints.
About Forex Expo Dubai
Forex Expo Dubai is one of the region’s leading gatherings for the global online trading and fintech industry, bringing together brokerages, fintech innovators, institutional traders, investors, payment solution providers, IBs, affiliates and online trading technology companies under one roof. The expo serves as a platform for industry dialogue, business networking, technology showcases and market-focused conversations shaping the future of modern finance.
Registration at: https://bit.ly/4uhInh0
Contact
Commercial Director
Niyaz Mohammed
HQMENA
Sales@hqmena.com

London, United Kingdom, May 18th, 2026, Chainwire
Quantography Labs announced the early-access release of Lock.com, a hardware-free crypto wallet built around an isolated, air-gapped security approach.
Lock.com is now available to early access users. The platform separates private key storage from network-connected systems, removing the need for dedicated hardware wallet devices.
Hardware wallets have long been the standard for protecting digital assets. But they come with a trade-off: users must trust the device, the manufacturer, and the supply chain behind it.
Lock.com removes that dependency by separating the signing environment from the broadcasting environment. Private keys remain on a fully offline signer, while transactions are created and broadcast on a connected device. Private keys never touch the internet. The system is designed to work with devices users already own, removing the need for purpose-built hardware.
Lock.com was built out of frustration with how crypto security works today. Too many people are still losing funds in ways that shouldn’t be happening, not because self-custody failed, but because the software environment around the hardware was never built to the same standard. Lock wanted to close that gap structurally
Lock.com is designed to function as an isolated crypto wallet without relying on third-party hardware manufacturers or proprietary device supply chains. The architecture integrates post-quantum cryptographic standards, specifically ML-DSA signatures and ML-KEM key encapsulation alongside the isolated signing model.
The early access phase is focused on gathering user feedback ahead of general availability. Early access enrolment is available at https://www.lock.com/
About Quantography Labs
Quantography Labs is an investment and technology firm focused on secure finance, digital assets, and applied research. The company develops privacy-focused, quantum-ready systems designed to advance the future of digital asset security and infrastructure. Lock.com is its first publicly released product.
Users can learn more about Lock.com’s isolated crypto wallet architecture: https://www.lock.com/
Contact
Neal Taylor
marketing@lock.com

Ebene Cybercity, Mauritius, May 18th, 2026, FinanceWire
IUX has highlighted a series of third-party industry recognitions received during the first half of 2026, with one additional year-end 2025 recognition included for broader context. The recognitions were published or announced by FxDailyInfo, ForexDailyInfo, BrokersView, Traders Union, and Money Expo Mexico, covering categories related to technology, execution, trading conditions, transparency, and broader broker recognition.
These recognitions form part of IUX’s H1 2026 award communications and reflect external acknowledgment from multiple industry publishers and event platforms. According to the published announcements, the recognitions span both editorial award programs and event-based honors across several regions.
Recognitions highlighted by IUX include:
FxDailyInfo — Most Innovative Technology Broker 2026
IUX said this title formed part of the FxDailyInfo Global Forex Awards 2026.
FxDailyInfo — Best Execution Broker 2026
IUX also identified this recognition as part of the same FxDailyInfo award cycle.
ForexDailyInfo — Most Transparent Broker 2026
ForexDailyInfo recognized IUX under this title in its 2026 award coverage.
ForexDailyInfo — Broker of the Year 2026
ForexDailyInfo also recognized IUX with this title in connection with its 2026 industry awards coverage.
BrokersView — Best Trading Conditions
BrokersView recognized IUX with the Best Trading Conditions title at the BrokersView 2026 Awards.
Traders Union Awards 2025 — Broker of the Year
Traders Union included IUX among the winners of its annual 2025 awards under the Broker of the Year title.
Money Expo Mexico 2026 — The Best Traders’ Choice Award
IUX said it received The Best Traders’ Choice Award in connection with its participation in Money Expo Mexico 2026.
IUX said these recognitions reflect the company’s continued focus on technology development, operational consistency, and engagement with clients and partners across multiple regions. The company added that it views the awards as third-party acknowledgments and that each recognition should be considered in the context of the methodology, editorial criteria, or evaluation process of the relevant publisher or event organizer.
According to IUX, these recognitions represent an important milestone in its 2026 communications and reflect continued progress across technology, service delivery, and platform development. The company added that it remains committed to a consistent and responsible operating approach as it continues expanding across international markets.
Looking ahead, IUX said it intends to continue focusing on platform development, operational clarity, and long-term support for its global client base. The company noted that its broader objective is to maintain a stable framework for delivering access to global CFD markets while continuing to improve the overall user experience in line with its internal standards and regional growth plans.
About IUX
IUX is a technology-driven brokerage specializing in high-performance trading solutions for professional market participants. Established in 2016, the firm provides low-latency execution, deep-book liquidity, and customizable trading tools designed to optimize the performance of high-volume strategies. IUX remains committed to innovation, transparency, and the continuous advancement of trading infrastructure.
Contact
Brand Communication Officer
Camille Jo
IUX
camille@iux.com

New York, USA, May 15th, 2026, Chainwire
E Estate Group Inc. announced that it will host E-Estate 1 Year Live: Washington DC Summit on June 13, 2026, bringing together company leadership, agents, buyers, strategic partners, and guests interested in the future of blockchain-based real estate ownership.
The summit will take place at The Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C. and will mark one year since the launch of the E-Estate platform.
The event is designed as a milestone gathering for the E-Estate ecosystem and a broader discussion on how real estate tokenization is moving from early adoption into structured infrastructure. The summit will focus on real assets, blockchain-based ownership models, Real World Assets, platform growth, and the next stage of digital property participation.
Over the past year, E-Estate has moved from launch phase to active market development. According to company data, E-Estate structured a tokenized real estate portfolio exceeding $100 million in 2025, while total EST sales across tokenized property offerings have now surpassed $32 million.
The company said the summit will provide a clear review of what has been built so far, what has been learned during the first year, and how E-Estate plans to continue expanding its infrastructure, property portfolio, and user access.
Real estate tokenization is no longer only a concept,
said Brandon Stephenson, CEO and Co-Founder of E Estate Group Inc. The next stage is about building infrastructure around real assets, legal structure, ownership records, user education, and operational discipline. That is what we are focused on at E-Estate.
In 2026, E Estate Group Inc. filed a Form D notice with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which the company views as part of its broader effort to strengthen the legal foundation for activity connected to the U.S. market. E-Estate said this step reflects its long-term approach to building within a sector where regulation, compliance, and market standards are still developing.
The company’s model is based on using blockchain infrastructure to support digital participation in real estate assets. Rather than replacing traditional property fundamentals, E-Estate aims to create a more accessible ownership layer where real property, documentation, asset management, and digital records can work together.
The Washington DC Summit will also highlight the role of education and professional participation in the growth of tokenized real estate. E-Estate continues to develop its agent structure, buyer education, business account access, KYB processes, and future platform tools, including planned mobile access.
The program will include presentations from company leaders and selected speakers, recognition segments for top-performing participants, and discussions on the future direction of the platform.
Real estate remains one of the most important asset classes in the world,
Stephenson added. Blockchain gives the industry an opportunity to make ownership participation more transparent, more flexible, and more scalable. The companies that succeed will be the ones that connect technology with real assets and real execution.
E-Estate said the summit will serve as both a first-year review and a forward-looking event, outlining the company’s next stage of growth as the tokenized real estate market continues to gain attention globally.
Official teaser
About E Estate Group Inc.
E Estate Group Inc. is a real estate tokenization company developing blockchain-based infrastructure for digital participation in real property assets. Through the E-Estate platform, the company focuses on connecting real estate, asset management, digital ownership records, buyer access, and agent education within one international ecosystem.
Website: https://e-estate.co
Contact
Emily Lawson
E ESTATE GROUP INC.
info@e-estate.co

Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 14th, 2026, Chainwire
MSU 2.0 to unveil IP expansion strategy, featuring AI creation tools and a unified on-chain content hub.
MapleStory N marks its first anniversary with major gameplay milestones, sustained ecosystem growth, and new updates to deepen player engagement.
MapleStory Universe (MSU), the blockchain-powered expansion of Nexon’s iconic MapleStory franchise, today marks its first anniversary following the launch of MapleStory N on May 15, 2025. Over the past year, the platform has recorded more than 150 million cumulative on-chain transactions and surpassed 3.82 million accounts registered, reflecting sustained participation from a global player base and continued development of the ecosystem.
One year in, MSU is entering its next phase with the introduction of MSU 2.0, an expansion designed to transform how intellectual property (IP), builders, and players interact in a shared digital environment, supported by AI creation tools and on-chain infrastructure. MSU 2.0 will be implemented throughout 2026 to 2027, as new features will be progressively developed and released for the builders.
A Benchmark Launch That Set a New Standard
MSU launched in May 2025 as one of the largest debuts in the Web3 gaming ecosystem. Built on the MapleStory IP, the pre-launch Scroll NFT campaign recorded approximately 1.7 million scrolls minted, officially confirmed as the largest NFT mint in Avalanche network history. On launch day, MSU-related weekly active addresses on the Avalanche network increased by 549 percent, reflecting strong user interest and anticipation surrounding the title’s release.
Following launch, the marketplace has continued its strong performance, with more than 446,716 buyers and sellers transacting daily on average. To date, MSU has accounted for 23.3% of total activity on the Avalanche network, representing a substantial share of activity across leading chains. MSU’s native NXPC token was also listed on seven major exchanges at launch, including Binance, Bybit, Upbit, and Bithumb.
Sunyoung Hwang, CEO, Nexpace, said:
What began as one of the largest launches in Web3 gaming has developed into a platform built for long-term participation. In the past year, we focused on building the infrastructure and discipline required to support our community over the long term. Ever since then, MSU has evolved beyond a single game into infrastructure for creation, commerce, and participation. That shift defines what it means for an IP to become an economic system and a foundation for the next generation of online worlds.
Introducing MSU 2.0, the Next Chapter for MapleStory Universe
MSU is now advancing into its next phase through the rollout of MSU 2.0, an expansion designed to turn IPs from friction-heavy, abstract assets into programmable, on-chain commerce. Designed to broaden participation across the ecosystem and support new forms of creation, distribution, and commercialization, MSU 2.0 reflects the continued evolution of MapleStory Universe from a single game environment into a scalable platform.
Hwang added:
MSU 2.0 is the next phase of our growth journey. Our goal is to expand the role of IP from something people experience to something they can actively build with, share, and grow together, akin to an infinite IP playground. From here, our priority is to build the infrastructure that will support a larger and more connected IP ecosystem.
At the core of MSU 2.0 is VIBE IP, a new tech stack built on two foundational pillars that redefine what it means to build with IP on-chain. The first pillar transforms IP access by providing builders access to gameplay and behavioral data from MapleStory N through dedicated APIs, turning IP from brand assets to living, data-rich foundation to create on in accordance with applicable privacy laws. The second pillar establishes an on-chain builder economy on the Henesys chain, built on an Avalanche L1streamlining IP licensing, revenue settlement, and payments into a single system.
Together, these pillars are supported by blockchain infrastructure and AI-powered creation tools. Blockchain allows seamless licensing, payment and settlement, fully on-chain, while AI-powered “vibe coding” allows anyone’s idea to become a full-scale product, enabling broader participation in building and launching IP-driven content. This foundation positions MSU to onboard additional Nexon IPs over time, building an AI-powered and On-chained IP multiverse, with the VIBE IP tech stack gradually rolling out in phases over the coming months.
MapleStory N One-Year Anniversary Update
MapleStory N, the flagship game by MSU, has delivered a series of milestones over the past year that reflect sustained player engagement across the ecosystem. The year-end winter update generated more than 130,000 user inflows, with approximately three-quarters representing new users. This update also drove in-game spending to its highest level since the immediate post-launch period, with player spending outpacing rewards distributed, reflecting a more active and sustainable in-game economy driven by deeper engagement.
Building on this momentum, MapleStory N is now more accessible to mainstream players. Casual users can engage with the game like any traditional MMORPG, with less blockchain hurdle. Web3 features have been refined to deliver meaningful value while maintaining a seamless gameplay experience, making the platform easier for a broader audience to adopt.
As MapleStory N enters its second year, the development team will roll out waves of in-game updates at an accelerated pace, expanding gameplay and introducing new challenges. This will be supported by a steady cadence of major releases throughout the year, including highly anticipated Black Mage update and other milestone content. MSN will also introduce a new MVP system designed to provide ongoing benefits to dedicated players and keep them motivated to continue playing. Starting with the MVP system, MSN plans to continuously expand the program by introducing more diverse criteria and rewards, ensuring that a wider range of players can be recognized and rewarded over time. For more information, users can visit the official website.
About NEXPACE
NEXPACE, an innovative blockchain company based in Abu Dhabi, pioneers an IP-expansion initiative powered by blockchain technology and NFTs to build a community-driven ecosystem. With a mission to redefine interactive entertainment, NEXPACE creates a vibrant space for exploring, sharing, and engaging with diverse content and gameplay crafted by community members.
At the heart of NEXPACE’s ecosystem are principles of transparency, security, and trust, empowering builders to freely share their ideas and enabling users to enjoy immersive experiences. By fostering a culture of creative expression, NEXPACE envisions a secure, collaborative environment that unites ecosystem participants in a thriving digital community.
Contact
PR Manager
Bee Shin
Wachsman
bee.shin@wachsman.com

Dubai, UAE, May 14th, 2026, FinanceWire
Headway, a global online broker, has introduced a new no-deposit sign-up bonus designed to help traders explore different markets without risking their own capital. Bonus $150 allows participants to trade across five asset classes over seven days and turn bonus earnings into real withdrawable profit.
Participants can unlock daily rewards of $15 by trading at least 0.01 lot per day with a minimum price movement of 3 points between opening and closing. Completing extra tasks adds a $45 bonus, bringing the total potential welcome bonus to $150.
Each day is dedicated to a different asset class, giving traders a chance to discover which markets suit their trading style best:
Monday – Tuesday: Forex
Wednesday – Thursday: Stocks
Friday: Metals/Oil
Saturday – Sunday: Crypto/Synthetic instruments
Traders participate using free bonus funds under real financial market conditions without risking any of their own money. This allows for risk‑free experimentation and trading skill development.
Within the first seven days after the no deposit sign up bonus period ends, users can withdraw a portion of their profit with no extra conditions. A spin‑the‑reel feature determines the initial withdrawable amount.
To unlock the full profit, traders need to place orders on a real account — the platform clearly shows how many lots are required to release the entire amount.
Headway invites both new and experienced traders to take advantage of this offer. No deposit is required, and there are no hidden fees.
For full terms and detailed conditions, visit the Headway broker’s website or check the Headway trading app. Claim your first $15 for free and experience trading without risk! No promo code required.
About Headway
Headway is an international Forex broker offering 500+ trading instruments and a wide range of services to traders of all experience levels. The trading conditions include: deposit bonuses, Swap Free accounts, local trading instruments, micro lots, unlimited leverage, and a minimum deposit of $1. For more information and withdrawal conditions, users can visit https://hw.online/
Contact
PR-manager
Anna Semenova
Headway
pr@hw.site

Los Angeles, United States, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
Gogi connects investors and AI agents to brokers, stocks, crypto, forex, and prediction markets in one unified workspace.
Today, Gogi launches out of stealth to equip investors with a unified ecosystem for AI-powered investing and enable the next generation of agent investors. Gogi is among the first financial workspaces to provide agents with financial data, policy guardrails, position limits, and a security layer for engaging in multi-broker, multi-market trading. The company aims to become the default gateway through which agents interface with global financial systems.
Retail trading is more fragmented and complex than ever. New investors face steep barriers to entry: hours of time-consuming research, costly subscriptions to market data and expert analysis, and a maze of disconnected platforms and accounts. Although AI agents can analyze markets and identify trading opportunities, investors lack a secure, unified control layer for their agents to safely access and take action across financial accounts—until now.
AI agents are evolving from tools into economic participants. Gogi is building the infrastructure for investors to leverage autonomous agents to execute specific financial strategies,
said Founder and CEO Clarice Bonaccorsi. I built this platform to give everyday investors a true financial co-pilot—one that offers institutional-grade capabilities without institutional complexity.
Gogi’s financial interface combines Gogi Intelligence and various tools to simplify analysis and trade execution across multiple accounts. Gogi Intelligence integrates real-time market data across equities, crypto, forex, commodities, indexes, and prediction markets. It performs fundamental and technical analysis on more than 20,000 symbols and thousands of real-world events—providing investors and AI agents with a comprehensive understanding of the market and their position in it. Beyond standard data feeds, users can subscribe to premium data, including SEC filings, balance sheets, historical performance, sports statistics, political forecasting, event probabilities, and even custom datasets, via a secure user portal.
On top of this Intelligence, Gogi’s tools enable multi-broker trade execution (human- or agent-in-the-loop), portfolio management, chat and voice command interfaces, and an isolated trading environment. Most investors risk exposing sensitive credentials and proprietary strategies when utilizing autonomous AI agents. With Gogi, investors and agents operate within a strictly governed, encrypted environment. All agent activity is encrypted and monitored, ensuring that investments pass through embedded user-defined guardrails. These safeguards enforce strict position limits, timing constraints, asset restrictions, and risk policies automatically before any order hits the market.
Currently, Gogi is partnered with Kraken, one of the longest-standing, most liquid, and secure crypto platforms serving more than 15 million clients globally, to share Kraken’s features with Gogi’s users. Alpaca, a leading provider of brokerage infrastructure APIs, is also a Gogi partner, potentially extending Gogi’s reach through brokerage infrastructure serving more than 7 million accounts.
Investors interested in participating in the next evolution of AI-driven finance can learn more at gogi.ai.
About Gogi
Gogi is a unified AI financial workspace that connects investors and their AI agents to brokers, stocks, crypto, forex, and prediction markets. Built for modern retail investors and agents who want smarter, faster, and more diversified ways to manage their financial lives, Gogi simplifies analysis and trade execution across multiple accounts. Unlike brokers or standalone trading apps, Gogi acts as a non-custodial, agent-ready infrastructure layer with enterprise-grade security and human or agent-in-the-loop controls. Founded in 2022 by professional day trader and self-taught programmer Clarice Bonaccorsi, Gogi is building the future of AI-powered investing. Users can learn more at www.gogi.ai.
Contact
PR Consultant
Gabriela Lund
Gogi
pr@gog.ai

Ajman, UAE, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
Funded Academy has officially launched, introducing a proprietary trading platform built around a single idea: trading should be a process of learning, proving, and evolving, not just passing a challenge. The firm enters the market with a structure that combines education, evaluation, and funding into one continuous environment, allowing traders to develop their skills while working toward funded opportunities.
From Learning to Funding, in One System
Funded Academy is built to guide traders through a complete journey. Instead of separating education from execution, the platform connects both. Traders begin by selecting a program such as the 1-Step Challenge with an 85% profit split or the 2-Step Challenge with an 80% split, progress through a structured evaluation, and move into funded accounts once performance criteria are met. Each stage is designed to reflect how traders actually grow, focusing on consistency and decision-making rather than short-term outcomes.
Competitive Entry and High-Reward Scaling
The platform offers diverse entry points to suit every trader’s needs:
2-Step Challenge Pricing: Accounts range from $5k ($49.99) to $200k ($1,080.99).
1-Step Challenge Pricing: Streamlined accounts from $5k ($55.88) to $100k ($576.88).
Performance Scaling: Traders can qualify to increase their account balance by 40%, with profit splits rising to an industry-leading 95%.
Maximum Growth: Traders can reach a maximum allocation of $1,000,000 based on performance.
Built Around Real Trading Conditions
Trading takes place on MetaTrader 5 and cTrader, two of the most widely used platforms in the industry. The environment is designed to mirror real market conditions. Funded Academy emphasizes discipline, with clearly defined rules:
Drawdown Limits: 2-Step accounts feature a 10% overall drawdown, while 1-Step accounts use an 8% trailing drawdown.
Leverage: Access up to 1:100 leverage on Forex for 2-Step Challenges.
Transparency: No consistency rules apply to any account types, and KYC is required only after successfully completing the challenge phases.
Support That Stays Active
A key part of the platform is its 24/7 support system (support@fundedacademy.com). Traders have access to real assistance at any time, reducing delays and keeping the focus on trading rather than troubleshooting. The platform is accessible across desktop, web, and mobile devices, allowing to monitor and manage accounts from anywhere.
Straightforward Payout Structure
Funded Academy offers a clear payout model. Each trading cycle is 2 weeks, and the first payout is available on demand. Once passed, traders can receive their funded accounts within 12 hours of completing KYC. All rules, including a $0 commission on Indices, are defined in advance to create a predictable structure.
Designed for Long-Term Development
Founder and CEO Mohammed Salehuddin Azad states that the platform was created to address a common gap in the industry: many traders have the skills but lack the structure to apply them consistently. Funded Academy focuses on building that environment and supporting steady progress so that traders can refine their approach over time.
Expanding Beyond Trading: The Partner Program
In addition to its trading programs, Funded Academy includes an affiliate program for creators and trading communities.
Tiered Commissions: Partners earn between 15% (Tier 1) and 20% (Tier 3) on first-time purchases.
Reliable Payouts: Commissions are processed via Crypto (in reliable payouts) or RISEWORKS within 24 to 48 hours after approval.
Trading & Account Flexibility
No Consistency Rules: There are no consistency rules applied to any account type, allowing traders more freedom in their strategy execution.
High Profit Splits: Traders start with an 80% to 85% profit split, which can be increased to 95% through the scale-up program.
Rapid Funding and Payouts: Funded accounts are issued within 12 hours of completing KYC, and the first payout is available on demand.
Generous Drawdown Limits: The 2-Step Challenge offers a 10% overall drawdown, while the 1-Step Challenge offers a 8% trailing drawdown.
Zero Commission on Indices: Trading indices features a $ 0-per-lot commission structure.
Flexible News Trading: Trade freely during medium and low-impact news across all accounts, with a simple 2-minute restriction around high-impact releases for funded accounts only, while challenge accounts remain unrestricted.
About Funded Academy
Funded Academy is a proprietary trading firm that combines learning, evaluation, and funding into a single platform. The company provides structured programs designed to help traders develop consistency and access funded trading opportunities. Funded Academy Ltd. is registered in Saint Lucia and operates globally.
More information is available at:
https://fundedacademy.com/
Contact
Communications Officer
Mehenuma Bhuiyan Akanto
Funded Academy F.Z.E.
contact@fundedacademy.com

London, United Kingdom, May 13th, 2026, Chainwire
Following the successful completion of its private testing phase, BASIS is now officially live, with the platform publicly accessible at basis.pro as the company moves to address what industry participants increasingly describe as a structural gap in digital asset infrastructure.
The platform, developed with engineering support from Base58 Labs, has been tested under live market conditions with a select group of institutional participants. While reported metrics included sub-50 microsecond p99 execution latency, throughput exceeding 100,000 operations per second, and 100% uptime, the evaluation extended beyond peak performance benchmarks.
Testing was designed to observe how the system behaved when execution conditions became unstable. Scenarios included exchange-side latency spikes, API rate limits, liquidity fragmentation across venues, and partial execution failures. These conditions, while not constant, are representative of real trading environments where system behavior under stress determines outcome consistency.
According to BASIS CEO Helge Stadelmann, these scenarios reflect a broader limitation in current market infrastructure.
Strategies exist. The constraint has been the infrastructure required to execute them with precision and defined risk,
Stadelmann said.
The platform operates as an arbitrage staking system powered by the Base58 Hyper-Latency Engine (BHLE), a proprietary high-frequency execution engine developed by Base58 Labs. BASIS identifies and captures pricing discrepancies across exchanges and distributes net arbitrage profits to platform participants through a staking structure designed around market-neutral execution.
In traditional markets, execution-layer infrastructure is typically embedded within institutional systems. In digital asset markets, that layer is still evolving, resulting in a dependency on external exchanges, APIs, and liquidity routing frameworks that introduce variability into execution outcomes.
Unlike conventional yield products that rely on token emissions or external reward incentives, BASIS derives user rewards exclusively from arbitrage execution profits generated across fragmented digital asset markets. Structurally, losses are absorbed by the company while users participate only in profit distributions generated through execution activity.
During testing, BASIS evaluated system behavior across a range of operational conditions. When execution parameters exceeded predefined thresholds, including projected slippage or incomplete fill conditions, the system halted execution and initiated deterministic rollback procedures. These mechanisms were designed to preserve capital and prevent forced completion under degraded conditions.
In scenarios where exchange-side instability occurred, the system adjusted outbound routing behavior and maintained allocation states without internal inconsistency. Pending executions were paused or reallocated without loss of state integrity, allowing the system to resume normal operation once conditions stabilized.
The Base58 Hyper-Latency Engine (BHLE), which underpins the platform, was developed to support these behaviors. While latency performance remains a core component, the design emphasis extends to sequencing logic, allocation tracking, and state preservation under varying execution conditions.
This approach reflects a shift in how execution performance is evaluated.
Execution quality is determined by control under unpredictable conditions,
Stadelmann said.
The testing phase focused on verifying that the system could maintain deterministic behavior when external variables introduced uncertainty. Rather than prioritizing forced execution completion, the system was designed to priorities outcome consistency and capital preservation.
BASIS operates within a structured governance framework that includes ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, AICPA SOC, and GDPR compliance standards. These certifications align the platform with established requirements for information security, service management, and operational oversight.
BASIS functions as execution-layer infrastructure supporting arbitrage deployment across exchanges rather than a conventional yield-generation platform. The underlying system is designed to maintain execution control, sequencing integrity, and deterministic risk behavior while operating across fragmented liquidity venues in real time.
With validation complete, BASIS is now officially live and publicly available through basis.pro. The platform currently supports BTC, ETH, SOL, and PAXG, each convertible into corresponding stTokens through a 1:1 structure, with reward accrual derived from arbitrage profits generated through the platform’s execution engine.
We validated the system thoroughly before opening it to the market. BASIS is now officially live at<a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://basis.pro/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"> basis.pro</a>, and access is open,
Stadelmann said.
The launch reflects a broader shift in how infrastructure platforms are brought to market, with live validation and operational discipline completed prior to public availability.
As digital asset markets continue to mature, the role of execution-layer infrastructure is becoming more defined. While liquidity, custody, and compliance have seen rapid development, execution systems remain an area of ongoing evolution, particularly for institutional participants requiring consistent deployment frameworks.
The development of infrastructure capable of bridging the gap between proprietary trading systems and broader institutional access introduces new considerations for market structure. These include how execution control is standardized, how risk is managed across fragmented venues, and how infrastructure scales without introducing instability.
BASIS enters this stage of market development with execution discipline as a primary design principle. The platform’s architecture, testing methodology, and launch sequencing reflect an approach centered on system behavior rather than surface-level performance metrics.
As digital asset markets continue maturing, execution-layer systems capable of supporting scalable arbitrage deployment are becoming increasingly important. BASIS enters the market with a structure centered on market-neutral execution, deterministic risk management, and operational consistency across fragmented trading environments.
About BASIS
BASIS is a professional crypto arbitrage platform developed with engineering support from Base58 Labs. The platform operates through the Base58 Hyper-Latency Engine (BHLE), a proprietary high-frequency execution engine designed for sub-50 microsecond execution latency and deterministic risk management across fragmented digital asset markets.
About Base58 Labs
Base58 Labs is the engineering team behind the Base58 Hyper-Latency Engine (BHLE) and the technical infrastructure powering BASIS. The team specializes in execution-layer
development for digital asset markets, with a focus on latency optimization, sequencing integrity, and deterministic system behavior under variable market conditions.
Contact
Maud Gerritsen
BASIS
press@basis.pro

Ebene Cybercity, Mauritius, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
IUX has released a new market insight examining recent developments in the gold market, focusing on heightened volatility and how it may be associated with user engagement across gold-related instruments, including Gold Funds and Gold ETFs.
The report combines limited internal platform observations with publicly available market data for contextual purposes only.
Gold Market Reflects Diverging Short-Term and Long-Term Trends
According to publicly available market data, gold (XAUUSD) is trading at approximately 4,550.545 USD, reflecting an intraday increase of around +0.58%. Short-term movements remain volatile, with gold rising approximately +0.57% over the past day but declining around -4.39% over the past month.
Over longer timeframes, gold has shown relatively stronger performance, with gains of approximately +14.64% over six months and +40.50% over one year, although historical market performance does not guarantee future results.
This divergence between short-term pressure and longer-term strength may be associated with macroeconomic factors such as interest rate expectations, U.S. dollar movements, and periods of profit-taking. The observed pattern may also be interpreted as a transition from strong upward momentum into a phase of increased volatility and relative stabilization.
Volatility and Evolving Market Structure
The insight suggests that recent volatility may be associated not only with macroeconomic conditions but also with changes in market structure.
As access to gold markets becomes more immediate through instruments such as ETFs, and as trading activity becomes more responsive to real-time data, price movements may be observed to occur more rapidly. This environment may contribute to more pronounced short-term fluctuations compared to historical patterns.
These developments may be viewed as part of broader changes in how gold is utilized within portfolios, where some market participants may view it as part of longer-term portfolio diversification strategies.
IUX Data Indicates Shifts in User Engagement
Platform observations suggest that periods of increased price movement may be associated with higher levels of user interaction, particularly in instruments more directly linked to short-term market price movements. This observation should not be interpreted as investment advice or an indication of trading opportunity.
Engagement with ETF-based instruments may be observed to increase during short-term volatility, while Gold Funds continue to be associated with longer-term positioning. Under current conditions, different product characteristics may influence how users engage with market instruments.
Users may also be increasingly observed to monitor multiple timeframes and examine relationships between gold and other asset classes, which may reflect a shift toward more data-oriented market observation.
Integrated Platform for Multi-Asset Monitoring
IUX offers access to multiple asset classes within a single platform environment.
The platform includes access to market data and analytical indicators, including price movements, trading activity, and sentiment-related data, which may provide additional context during periods of volatility.
Conclusion
The IUX insight indicates that the current gold market environment may be characterized by the interaction between short-term volatility and longer-term structural trends.
This dynamic may be observed in both price behavior and user engagement, reflecting different approaches to market participation under evolving conditions.
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Zurich, Switzerland, May 12th, 2026, Chainwire
The fintech project SNC Scandic Coin (SNC) was launched by the global Scandic Finance Group (SFG). In an interview with the Neue Zürcher Nachrichten, Uwe Sellmer, a specialist in the financial sector, explained how the SNC token differs from speculative cryptocurrencies: it will serve as a regulated payment, access and loyalty instrument integrated into the SFG Group’s services, rather than merely being an object of speculation. Specifically, users within the network can pay for media apps, private jet flights, yachts, cars, AI products and domains, amongst other things, and benefit from loyalty programmes. This practical range of applications is a key feature of the RWA project, as many competitors offer only a vague ‘vision of the future’ without any tangible benefits.
Transparency, Audit and Compliance
The developers have ensured that the SNC SCANDIC Coin meets the requirements of regulatory oversight and strict compliance. The smart contract was audited by CertiK https://skynet.certik.com/projects/scandic-coin: according to the public Skynet report dated 2 March 2026, the SNC Scandic Coin has no critical vulnerabilities. The project has a KYC-KYB and anti-money laundering (AML) system, which is contractually managed by the data and credit service provider CRIF, which also certifies ESG certificates, thereby emphasising sustainable practices. A multi-layered AML risk management system underscores the commitment to creating a trustworthy product.
A broad ecosystem rather than a standalone product
The SNC Scandic Coin is not viewed in isolation, but as part of a broad Scandic ecosystem. The official website lists numerous divisions – such as SNC Scandic Fly, SNC Scandic Pay, Scandic Cars, SNC Scandic Estate, SNC Scandic DEV, SNC Scandic SEC, SNC Scandic Domains and SNC Scandic Yachts. These divisions are intended to use the coin as a common means of payment and deploy it for various RWA (Real-World Asset) services. According to Sellmer, the Legier Group publishing network – which comprises over 115 globally active daily newspapers across all continents offering 24/7 breaking news and its own news app – will provide media coverage.
Value proposition and fee model
From the user’s perspective, the SNC Coin offers several advantages: real-world utility through integration with specific services, low fees and fast processing thanks to optimised smart contract technology, an integrated ecosystem combining travel, property, brokerage services and lifestyle offerings, as well as a transparent structure with a fixed token supply and traceable distribution. The FAQ explains that the coin supports payments, access levels, rewards and ecosystem functions. Digital assets and data are secured using decentralised storage methods and institutional cold wallets, and for maximum security, the extensive SNC development team recommends the use of hardware wallets and, to safeguard every token holder, relies among other things on a vesting period for SNC Coins, which further ensures that the legal regulations of the supervisory authorities are fully complied with.
Tokenomics: Limited supply and clear allocation
The comprehensive white paper (210 A4 pages) and the website provide insight into the token economy. The total supply of SNC is capped at one billion tokens. According to the tokenomics model, the launch price is set at 0.02 EUR. A detailed schedule governs when these tokens will be released. The valuation at launch amounts to 20 million US dollars; according to the project description, this is not a legal commitment regarding the value of the token, but rather reflects assumptions regarding supply, market launch and development. Furthermore, the technical requirements for staking the SNC Scandic Coin have already been established in this context.
Milestones and Timeline
The roadmap focuses on transparency and stages: the foundation phase and development, including the audit, have been completed. Next up is the Token Generation Event (TGE); this will be followed by integration steps with partner services before the SNC Scandic Coin finally scales globally. An FAQ section notes that the SNC Coin is currently still in the preparatory phase and no live mainnet token is available; trading will commence shortly after the mainnet launch on a major centralised exchange (BitMart) and other major exchanges. Those interested should monitor the official channels, as exact launch dates will only be published https://x.com/SCANDICCOINECO.
Assessment and Outlook
Uwe Sellmer emphasises that “SNC” stands for S: Security/Synergy, N: Network and C: Community, and represents Scandinavian values such as transparency and modern design. The combination of real-world utility, limited supply, regulatory clarity and a comprehensive ecosystem sets the coin apart from many crypto projects where speculative hype takes centre stage. However, in accordance with legal requirements, the project highlights risks in its FAQs: Digital assets carry technical, market, liquidity, regulatory and execution risks, and interested parties should refer to official risk disclosures and the launch documentation.
In this context, the SNC Scandic Coin has potential to become a milestone in the fintech sector; however, as is always the case in any business, this depends not only on the technology and marketing, but also on the acceptance of the token.
Imprint of SNC Scandic Coin
https://snccoin.dev/en/imprint
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Founded in Zurich in 1904, the “Neue Zürcher Nachrichten” (“NZN”) is a Swiss daily newspaper known for its liberal-conservative perspective and commitment to high-quality journalism. Published around the clock in six languages, NZN covers Swiss, European, and global news, with a strong focus on in-depth analysis, background reporting, and opinion coverage. Through its ongoing digital expansion, NZN continues to provide reliable and diverse news coverage to a broad international audience.
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