3h
Pimfa WealthTech and Morningstar invite fintech firms to AI challenge
The panel will assess business impact of shortlisted tools before winner’s presentation at May’s Morningstar Investment Conference the United Kingdom (UK).
3h
Mintos applies for ECB banking licence
Mintos is pursuing a banking license to expand its services, enhance control over its infrastructure, and strengthen investor trust, with approval expected in 12 to 18 months.
9h
Swiss Firmup floats regulated futures trading platform
Swiss Firmup is a regulated futures trading firm focused on transparency, supporting independent traders through structured qualification and funded accounts, trading exclusively on major exchanges.
9h
KBC Bank teams up with Crypto Finance to offer digital asset trading
As part of the collaboration, Crypto Finance will provide institutional-grade trading services and act as the principal trading counterparty by ensuring reliable execution.
9h
Germany eases market access rules for foreign market makers
Germany has revised its financial market access rules through the Financial Centre Promotion Act, removing restrictions for non-EU market makers and aiming to enhance liquidity and competition in European derivatives trading.
16 Feb 2026
ECB urges EU-wide oversight of large asset managers to reduce systemic blind spots
The regulator is calling for increased oversight of the EU’s largest asset managers, highlighting risks from their size, concentration and cross-border reach.
16 Feb 2026
Vontobel SIS unit drives steady growth despite market pressure
Swiss investment bank Vontobel has reported a steady financial performance with the structured products franchise emerging as one of the most consistent contributors to revenue growth and operating resilience.
16 Feb 2026
CoinShares taps Nordea to offer ETPs in Nordic region
The move reflects the broader trend of major European banking institutions integrating crypto products into their retail offerings, driven by regulatory clarity.
16 Feb 2026
European ETF industry tops US$3.40tn on strong start to 2026
According to ETFGI, January also saw record net inflows of US$58.67 billion, exceeding the previous January record of US$32.93 billion set in 2025.
16 Feb 2026
Schroders and Apollo to develop hybrid investment solutions
The two firms plan product rollouts in the UK and the US as demand for hybrid public-private market exposures continues to rise.
16 Feb 2026
ICE reports record open interest in rates markets
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) reported record open interest in interest rate derivatives, highlighting increased activity in UK and European markets.
16 Feb 2026
Boerse Stuttgart Digital to merge with Tradias
The firms said the planned merger would establish a single point of access for financial institutions seeking regulated participation in crypto markets.