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Webull Australia cuts fees to zero across key markets
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Webull Australia cuts fees to zero across key markets

Australian retail investors can now trade US, Hong Kong and China A-shares without brokerage fees, sharpening competition among app-based brokers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Selfwealth by Syfe relaunches app with auto-invest tool
Fintech

Selfwealth by Syfe relaunches app with auto-invest tool

Selfwealth by Syfe relaunches its app in Australia with an auto-invest tool, helping 130,000 users make disciplined, scheduled investments.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Feb 2026

Global Stories

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bunq adds stock baskets as crypto trading tops EUR 100m
Crypto

bunq adds stock baskets as crypto trading tops EUR 100m

The neobank is widening its investing offer as retail demand grows, while new fraud checks now cover every payment, stock trade and crypto deal.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2026
Investors eye GPUs as alternative asset, survey finds
DataCentre infrastructure

Investors eye GPUs as alternative asset, survey finds

Despite limited familiarity, 75% of investors surveyed by Nuway Capital and KPMG Ireland said they are optimistic about GPUs as an alternative asset class.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
OpenAI raises USD $122 billion in record AI funding
Software-as-a-Service

OpenAI raises USD $122 billion in record AI funding

Investor appetite for AI remains intense as OpenAI's new cash haul lifts its valuation to USD $852 billion and deepens its compute push.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2026
Webull UK cuts commission on US & Hong Kong shares
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Webull UK cuts commission on US & Hong Kong shares

UK retail investors can now trade Hong Kong shares for free on Webull, as the broker adds a flexible Stocks and Shares ISA.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
BlackRock tops APAC fund brand ranking for fifth year
Artificial Intelligence

BlackRock tops APAC fund brand ranking for fifth year

Growing demand for passive funds and alternatives has helped the biggest global managers retain selector confidence despite volatile APAC markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Bitget widens Ondo tokenised stocks, ETFs & metals
Crypto

Bitget widens Ondo tokenised stocks, ETFs & metals

Bitget expands Ondo tokenised stocks, ETFs and metals, adding 24/7 tradable US equities, index funds and gold-silver exposure to its spot market.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
MSCI to acquire Compass to boost multi-asset indexes
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MSCI to acquire Compass to boost multi-asset indexes

MSCI is buying Compass Financial Technologies to deepen its multi-asset and crypto index capabilities and expand bespoke benchmark services.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Bitget unveils GracyAI avatar to guide crypto users
Crypto

Bitget unveils GracyAI avatar to guide crypto users

Bitget launches GracyAI, a chatty avatar of boss Gracy Chen to guide crypto users on strategy and mindset, not quick-fire price tips.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Sun, 15th Feb 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Singapore sandwich class turns to crypto for stability
Crypto

Singapore sandwich class turns to crypto for stability

Middle-income households in Singapore are increasingly using cryptocurrency to diversify portfolios and buffer rising costs, a new survey shows.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
Public rolls out AI agents to automate trading strategies
Fintech

Public rolls out AI agents to automate trading strategies

Retail investors on Public can now have AI handle portfolio rules and trade execution, starting with a phased rollout for select members.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2026
TD launches Easy Trade app for novice Canadian investors
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TD launches Easy Trade app for novice Canadian investors

Novice investors can now start with CAD $1 as TD targets younger Canadians who want simpler, low-cost access to shares and funds.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Invesco takes over Superstate tokenised Treasury fund
Crypto

Invesco takes over Superstate tokenised Treasury fund

The move lifts one of the largest tokenised Treasury funds closer to USD $1 billion, as Invesco takes portfolio control in 2026.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
SoFi tops JD Power study for DIY investor satisfaction
Fintech

SoFi tops JD Power study for DIY investor satisfaction

SoFi tops JD Power's 2026 US DIY Investor Satisfaction Study, beating rival digital brokerages on app experience, value and product range.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2026
moomoo boosts New Zealand push with hires, premium tier
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moomoo boosts New Zealand push with hires, premium tier

moomoo steps up its New Zealand expansion with first local hires, a high-net-worth Priority tier and investor workshops in Auckland.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
Lightyear cuts FX fees to shake up UK broker market
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Lightyear cuts FX fees to shake up UK broker market

Lightyear scraps commissions and slashes FX fees to 0.1%, escalating a price war among UK brokers as tax-year-end competition heats up.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026