Institutional Market Insights: Regulation

What good are stablecoins? The news, or at least my news, is that they are starting to be used beyond the world of crypto for things we normally associate with money; a store of value, a medium of exchange and a means of payment. The new is converging with old. In this month’s post I shed some light on how stablecoins are being used like money and why this might matter to you as an individual or as a business.

In financial services, tomorrow’s world is all about digital assets. Stablecoins are a new way to hold a cash balance, but they don’t pay interest. Until now.

Provide a benchmark or reference point for current market prices. Allow investors to identify potential overvalued or undervalued assets. Facilitate more informed decision-making by giving insights into how an asset's value has historically been perceived.

Mauritius is an attractive destination for retail brokerages, and the FSC of Mauritius continues to support the development of regulatory frameworks. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering setting up a retail brokerage in Mauritius.

Rules and regs have come to Europe’s crypto markets. In this post, we’ll take a look at the thing called MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) and how it impacts Stablecoins. We’ll get in to the when, the what, the why and the so-what.

KuCoin has been one of the most popular crypto exchanges globally, but regulatory pressure has raised questions. We assess its current security posture, licensing status, and what the risks are for traders today.

Scalping is one of the most active trading styles to capture small price movements. This guide covers the mechanics of scalping, the platforms and tools best suited for it, and the risk management discipline required to make it sustainable.

Dark pools are a large part of the market, and how institutional traders keep their trades anonymous. We what dark pools are, the different types, and their effect on the broader market.

Bitget has grown rapidly to become one of the top 10 crypto exchanges by volume. But how safe is it? We examine its security infrastructure, regulatory compliance, proof of reserves, and what traders should know before depositing funds.

As institutional interest in digital assets grows, crypto prime brokerages have emerged to provide the infrastructure that serious players need, from custodial services and lending to OTC execution and portfolio margining. This article explores the landscape.

Choosing which platform to start trading crypto on can be tricky, as there are thousands of options. Here is a guide to the best crypto exchange providers in 2024.

Sushi (formerly SushiSwap) is a key player in the DeFi space. As DEXs gain more prominence in cryptocurrency, Sushi is likely to stand out as a platform.

This is the first edition of a monthly column on things liquidity. I am going to focus on the plumbing part of liquidity; how to make sure we have enough money and securities in the right currency, in the right place and at the right time to settle trades and make payments. Please do share your views and do ask questions. I’ll try to offer you some help either directly or in a future post.

As the crypto market reaches a crossroads for its future development, the industry and regulators need to decide whether to fully adopt traditional financial market structures to increase stability and attract institutional investment, or maintain crypto's decentralized ethos at the risk of impeding mainstream and institutional adoption.

Although the authorities in the Seychelles do not provide a definitive list of brokers set up in the territory (with this type of secrecy being one of the attractions to brokers setting up here), it is estimated that there are between 300-400 retail brokers registered in The Seychelles. Why are there so many brokers registered here? Should you join them?

There are still traders who pursue the idea that Latency Arbitrage is a quick and easy way to a guaranteed profitable trading strategy. LiquidityFinder regularly receives enquiries from traders who experience difficulty in this area. We thought it would be useful to explain why this is not a strategy worth investing any time or effort in

The introduction of cryptocurrencies has sparked a financial revolution, offering numerous opportunities for well-informed investors. However, along with these opportunities come new challenges, especially concerning taxes. Tax authorities worldwide, including the IRS in the US, consider cryptocurrencies as taxable assets. In this article, we will explore the realm of crypto taxes, providing you with strategies and tools to simplify your tax calculations and potentially reduce your tax burdens.

In this comprehensive step-by-step guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to set up your own brokerage. From obtaining the necessary licenses to choosing the right technology and marketing your services, we will take you through the steps on the journey. Do let us know if you need any help with anything covered below.