Shift Markets

Will you be in town for @blockworksDAS? Join us for an exclusive rooftop evening. Shift Markets is co-hosting a private networking event following Day 1 of DAS NYC. It’s an opportunity to connect with institutional leaders shaping the future of digital assets in an amazing setting overlooking the Manhattan skyline. 📅 March 24 📍 Manhattan 🔗 luma.com/dasny26 Capacity is limited and admission is by approved invitation only. We look forward to seeing you there!

Shift Markets is pleased to announce a new partnership with @guardrailai a real-time Web3 security monitoring platform. Through this integration, exchanges launching on the Shift Platform can access Guardrail’s monitoring technology directly within their infrastructure, helping operators identify potential risks while focusing on growth and product expansion. 🔗 Learn more about the partnership: shiftmarkets.com/blog/shift-mar…

Google has begun requiring verified, jurisdiction-specific regulatory documentation for crypto exchanges and wallet applications distributed through Google Play. For operators, this means: • Licensing must align with where your app is distributed • Documentation may be requested directly in the Play Console • Apps without proper authorization may face blocked updates or regional restrictions In our latest blog post, VP of Legal Andrew Barron breaks down what has changed, which jurisdictions are currently impacted, and the specific actions needed within the Google Play Console. If you distribute a crypto-enabled Android app, this is worth reviewing. 🔗 Read the full update here: shiftmarkets.com/blog/google-pl…

Consensus Hong Kong is underway! The conversations at our booth confirm what we’ve been seeing for the past year: financial institutions are accelerating their integration of crypto into their existing tech stack. The Shift Markets team will be at booth 3309 again tomorrow connecting with exchange operators, brokers, and fintechs building the next generation of multi-asset platforms. If you’re in Hong Kong this week, stop by and meet the team.

Shift Markets will be attending @consensus_hk 2026 🇭🇰 Consensus remains one of the most important global gatherings for digital asset infrastructure, and our team will be in Hong Kong meeting with industry leaders and partners. You can find us at Booth 3309 with Matthew Miller, Michael Zimkind, Jared Boyd, Valencia Lee, and Sau Vong on site throughout the event. If you’ll be there, let's connect!

We just crossed 10,000,000 registered users on Shift-powered platforms! This is a significant milestone across our network of exchanges and brokerages powered by the Shift Platform. We're proud of the progress we've made and we're grateful to our clients and partners. Next stop: 50 million.

2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for crypto trading platforms. Over the past 12–18 months, trader behavior has shifted in very concrete ways. Across FX, CFD, and multi-asset brokers, we’re seeing the same pressure points: 🔹 Demand for 24/7 markets 🔹 Growing appetite for derivatives and leverage 🔹 Stablecoins becoming a core funding method 🔹 Traders expecting institutional-grade UX For FX and multi-asset brokers, these changes directly affect product strategy and competitiveness. Based on what we’re seeing across the market, we’ve put together a practical breakdown of 6 trends shaping crypto trading in 2026 for brokers and exchange operators planning the year ahead. Read the full article here 👉 shiftmarkets.com/blog/6-trends-…

We're kicking off 2026 by expanding in APAC! Welcome Valencia Lee and Sau Vong to the Shift Markets team as we grow regional coverage and strengthen client support across APAC. Looking forward to building with more brokers, banks, and exchanges across the region this year.

As FX brokers look toward 2026, the line between traditional markets and digital assets is disappearing faster than many expect. In a recent article published by Finance Magnates, our CEO Ian McAfee shares his perspective on the convergence of FX and crypto, and why infrastructure will determine which brokers are positioned to compete in the next phase of the market. Check out the full article below 👇 lnkd.in/e9u5WTPm

Our 2025 Year in Review is here! It was one of our strongest years yet: new platforms launched around the world, major upgrades across the Shift Platform, new partnerships, global events, and growing momentum for unified FX and crypto infrastructure. Thank you to our clients, partners, and community for an incredible year. 2026 is already shaping up to be even bigger. Read the full newsletter 👉shiftmarkets.com/blog/2025-a-br…

Colin Munro leads marketing at Shift Markets. Working alongside the teams that help brokers launch new trading products across global markets, he’s had a unique vantage point into what makes a crypto rollout actually succeed. The brokers who win are the ones who market their crypto offering with intention. In this breakdown, Colin shares the key principles behind a high-performing crypto product launch: ✅Give crypto its own clear story and value proposition ✅Educate traders before you sell to them ✅Spark early trading activity with promotions, KOLs, and referrals ✅Focus on derivatives — where 70–80% of crypto volume happens ✅Track engagement and trading activity, not vanity metrics Read the full marketing guide 👉 shiftmarkets.com/blog/how-to-su…

Crypto derivatives are where exchanges are pulling ahead. Our VP of Sales, Michael Zimkind, breaks down how adding perpetual futures on top of existing margin infrastructure has boosted revenue for both major exchanges and FX brokers. New traders expect perps, and if you do not offer them, your competitors will. 📷 Watch the full breakdown from Michael, Ian McAfee, and Finance Magnates → lnkd.in/ema2hFBG

🇬🇧 In town for Finance Magnates London? Our CEO, Ian McAfee, and VP of Sales, Michael Zimkind, will be on site to help brokers add crypto, open new revenue streams, and strengthen client engagement with real liquidity, risk tools, and audit-ready reporting. We’d love to connect about how Shift can power your next exchange, trading platform, or crypto integration Let us know if you'll be there!

Thanks for joining us at our Networking Breakfast at @token2049 - 2025 It was great connecting with so many of you at the @fvbankus and @shiftmarkets networking breakfast. Here are a few photos captured from the event:

We’re excited to be featured in @Forbes latest coverage on the future of crypto security. With over $3B stolen in 2025, it’s clear that the next generation of exchanges require proactive, automated security that protects their clients. At Shift Markets, we’re committed to helping our clients launch secure and resilient crypto trading platforms. Read the full story here: forbes.com/sites/digital-…

🇸🇬 Heading to TOKEN2049 Singapore? Shift Markets will be on the ground, engaging with top voices in crypto, showcasing our digital asset infrastructure, and diving into what’s next for the industry. We’d love to connect and discuss how Shift can power your next exchange, trading platform, or crypto integration. 📍 Booth MB4 52 📅 October 1 -2 Let us know if you'll be there!

The way traders fund accounts is quickly changing, with crypto rails having the potential to overtake traditional bank wires. Here is why: ☑️ Instant, 24/7 funding – Money moves in minutes, not days. Traders can add margin, transfer profits, or open positions anytime. ☑️ Lower costs – Crypto rails cut out the high fees of cards and wires, keeping more capital available for trading. ☑️ Final, reliable settlement – No reversals, delays, or failed wires. Crypto transactions are fast, transparent, and irreversible. ☑️ Global reach – No bank hours, holidays, or borders. Clients trade when and where they want without restrictions. Want to see the numbers behind this change? Check out our full breakdown: shiftmarkets.com/blog/crypto-ra…

Tomorrow: Join our webinar on crypto derivatives, co-hosted with @financemagnates! In this live session, we'll discuss how crypto derivatives help trading platforms drive more volume, better trader engagement, and faster growth. All without abandoning FX. 📅 September 25th, 2025 🕙 10:00AM EDT 🔗 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Crypto funding is becoming the default for brokers and here’s why 👇 Cards and wires slow deposits and eat margin. Traders expect instant, low-cost, global funding. With crypto you can: 1️⃣ Keep positions alive at margin call 2️⃣ Capture weekend volume 3️⃣ Cut payment costs up to 80% Funding expectations have levelled up and your brokerage should too. 🔗 Read the full breakdown: shiftmarkets.com/blog/3-ways-cr…