Market access is only the starting point: IC at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
Dubai World Trade Centre. In an executive interview and a leadership panel, Jason Hughes, General Manager, IC MENA, said that market access no longer sets a broker apart. What
matters is how the trading experience holds up under pressure.
international markets.
In an executive interview at the event, Jason discussed how expectations of brokers are evolving and why the infrastructure behind the trading experience matters increasingly as
markets become faster and more interconnected.
Jason also reflected on the evolution of the regional trading landscape and the increasingly international profile of traders in the UAE and wider region.
"It's interesting how international and sophisticated the market has become. Traders here have exposure to different markets, asset classes and regions, and they expect the same level of technology, access and service they would expect from a global financial centre. You need global capability, but you also need to understand the market and the clients you are serving locally".
On 23 September, Jason Hughes joined the leadership panel Running FX and Crypto Risk from a Well-Tested UAE Hub. The panel discussed how firms should respond when
geopolitics, policy announcements and social media move markets almost at once.
exposure during extreme volatility. The discussion also explored the advantages and challenges of managing FX and crypto risk from the UAE as the country continues to develop as an international financial hub.
IC's stand featured the TGR Haas F1 Team show car and a race simulator, which drew steady crowds across both days. "Motorsport and trading are very different worlds, but the common thread is performance under pressure", said Hughes. "It comes from preparation, precision, technology and the ability to make good decisions when it matters most".
IC is one of the world’s largest online trading providers, offering access to a wide range of trading instruments across Forex, indices, commodities, stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. Founded in 2007 in Australia, IC is known for its deep liquidity, ultra-low spreads, and advanced trading technology, trusted by traders in over 200 countries. Ranked No. 1 globally for retail FX/other volumes (Finance Magnates Q4 Report), IC continues to invest in innovation, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships as it expands
across the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
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