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Fintech Briefing: StoneX Launches Singapore FX Desk, B2PRIME Adds Commercial Leadership, and Core Lightning Issues Security Alert

Compiled 2 Oct, 16:02 Cyprus time · AI written from approved published stories

  1. StoneX Launches Institutional FX Booking Centre in Singapore

    StoneX has opened an institutional FX booking centre in Singapore featuring Equinix SG1 connectivity to shift pricing, execution support, and risk management into Asia-Pacific trading hours. The rollout also introduces seven offshore renminbi pairs and expands regional currency coverage.

  2. B2PRIME Appoints Christina Barbash as Commercial Manager

    B2PRIME has hired former PrimeXM Chief Commercial Officer Christina Barbash to support international expansion and manage client relationships. The appointment brings 13 years of industry experience and follows recent institutional hires across Europe and the Middle East.

  3. Core Lightning Advises Immediate Upgrade Following Attack Reports

    Core Lightning has urged Bitcoin Lightning Network node operators to immediately update to version 26.06.8 after reports that attackers are targeting version 26.06.7 and earlier. The company has not confirmed any theft of funds or detailed the specific attack vectors.

  1. StoneX Launches Institutional FX Booking Centre in Singapore

    StoneX has opened an institutional FX booking centre in Singapore featuring Equinix SG1 connectivity to shift pricing, execution support, and risk management into Asia-Pacific trading hours. The rollout also introduces seven offshore renminbi pairs and expands regional currency coverage.

    FinanceFeeds

  2. B2PRIME Appoints Christina Barbash as Commercial Manager

    B2PRIME has hired former PrimeXM Chief Commercial Officer Christina Barbash to support international expansion and manage client relationships. The appointment brings 13 years of industry experience and follows recent institutional hires across Europe and the Middle East.

    FinanceFeeds

  3. Core Lightning Advises Immediate Upgrade Following Attack Reports

    Core Lightning has urged Bitcoin Lightning Network node operators to immediately update to version 26.06.8 after reports that attackers are targeting version 26.06.7 and earlier. The company has not confirmed any theft of funds or detailed the specific attack vectors.

    FinanceFeeds