Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 20th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Slotozilla has established itself as a recognized international resource for electronic gaming machines and casino reviews. Drawing on its team’s collective expertise, the brand continues to provide independent analysis of industry operators, software, and player behaviour. It has recently published the Online Slots Statistics report that presents findings based on the platform’s demo slot machines interaction data collected throughout 2025. The expert analysis highlights regional preferences, engagement levels, and usage patterns, which offer stakeholders insights into key player preferences from demo slot usage data.
Global Favourites: The Demo Slots That Defined 2025
The Slotozilla market report effectively highlighted slot trends across selected GEOs worldwide. Canadian players showed a strong preference for wildlife-themed titles, while mythologically inspired and high-volatility slots led engagement in the US. In Australia, gold rush–themed games emerged as the clear market favourite.
A long-standing adventure-themed video slot carried over its momentum in the Spanish market from 2024. It remained the most popular demo category in Spain and maintained the highest regional engagement levels in 2025. This indicates sustained dominance of similar adventure-driven themes and highlights the market’s continued affinity for familiar, narrative-focused slot experiences.
France, Poland, and Portugal demonstrated a marked inclination toward crash mechanics. Crash-style titles led engagement metrics across these markets, each showing strong player interaction within this format. The data suggests that crash games are likely to maintain their momentum into 2026.
Players in Germany and the UK showed stronger engagement with high-volatility and feature-driven slot formats, respectively. Overall, European slot preferences appeared to have diversified significantly compared to the previous year. This shift indicates a market increasingly open to evolving mechanics and varied gameplay formats heading into 2026.
Engagement and Regional Behaviour Shifts
Analysis of engagement metrics shows a clear correlation between retention rates and average playtime. Canada and Poland recorded high values across both indicators, reflecting sustained player interest and repeated demo sessions. Conversely, Australia and Portugal displayed lower averages, suggesting shorter play cycles and reduced session frequency.
Category-level data further reinforced these trends. In Australia, gold rush–themed titles continued to demonstrate strong regional performance, while in Spain, long-established adventure-themed slots maintained leading positions in both retention and average playtime.
About Slotozilla
Since its inception, Slotozilla has become one of the most respected names in the global iGaming ecosystem. For over ten 12 years, it has published a vast array of online casino reviews, payment method commentaries, and comprehensive ecosystem analyses.
Slotozilla as a gaming platform also has 3,000+ slot demos available for players to enjoy for free. Its expert team comprises 50+ members with decades of experience. This guarantees the delivery of informative, precise insights, as seen in the Online Slots Statistics 2025 report.
Further information is available on the Slotozilla official website, and the company can be reached through its media contact.
Lead Contributor Cody Burgat reflects on sustained platform development and editorial consistency
United States, 20th Feb 2026 – FinanceAndMarkets.com has reported continued operational growth across its independent digital publishing platform as it expands informational coverage within the business and financial media space.
The platform stated that steady editorial activity and disciplined publishing practices have contributed to measurable development in its content footprint. Rather than pursuing rapid expansion, the company has prioritized structured deployment and internal workflow refinement.
According to FinanceAndMarkets.com, maintaining consistency in publication cadence and editorial formatting remains central to its long-term strategy. The platform continues to evaluate internal processes to ensure alignment across its market, economic, and business coverage sections.
“Sustainable development is built through consistency,” said Cody Burgat, founder of FinanceAndMarkets.com. “We’ve focused on refining our operational structure so that growth occurs within a stable framework.”
The company reiterated that it functions solely as an informational digital media platform and does not provide investment advice, trading services, or predictive financial commentary.
As the platform advances its editorial footprint, FinanceAndMarkets.com plans to continue strengthening internal standards and publishing discipline across its digital infrastructure.
About FinanceAndMarkets.com
FinanceAndMarkets.com is an independent financial information platform delivering organized editorial content related to business, markets, and economic developments.
Online initiative explains EU values, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the European Convention on Human Rights with official sources, scenarios and a self-check quiz
The guide is built around a practical civic-literacy goal: helping readers understand not only what a right is, but also where that right sits in Europe’s institutional architecture and which body is competent in different situations. A recurring source of public confusion—the difference between the European Union and the Council of Europe—is addressed early, including a simplified map of who does what and when the Charter applies versus when the Convention and Strasbourg case-law become relevant.
At the core of “Europe’s Values, Your Rights” is an explanation of the six EU values—human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights—presented with brief examples intended to help young adults recognise how values appear in everyday life: at work, in education, online, and in civic participation. The site anchors these explanations in primary texts, linking users to official documents rather than commentary.
A major section introduces the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights as a legally binding text, with a practical explanation of how it binds EU institutions and also Member States when they implement EU law. The guide directs readers to authoritative clarification such as the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) overview of the Charter’s field of application and provides a structured pathway through the Charter’s themes—dignity, freedoms, equality, solidarity, citizens’ rights and justice—aimed at non-specialist readers.
In parallel, the guide outlines the purpose and scope of the European Convention on Human Rights, describing it as a Council of Europe treaty supervised by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. It notes, in general terms, the principle that applicants normally turn to domestic remedies first and then assess Strasbourg admissibility in line with the Court’s official guidance. The site underlines that it is an educational resource and not legal advice, and refers readers to official instructions and qualified support where appropriate.
Brussels, the EU capital: a long-running human-rights presence
The European Office notes that it has maintained a human-rights presence in Brussels—the capital of the European Union—since 1990, evolving in different forms over time. According to the Office, this work has served as a focal point for programmes intended to inform the public about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and how its principles can support a humane and peaceful society grounded in respect for each individual.
That institutional focus is also described in the Office’s statutes. In the wording provided within its internal governance documents, the organisation defines itself as a religious association operating within European legal and human-rights frameworks. The statutes, approved and recorded at the Registry of Religious Entities of the Ministry of Presidency and Justice of the EU meber state Spain, state:
“Article 1.- An entity of organizational nature is constituted […] as a religious association abiding by article 16 of the Constitution, Organic Law 7/1980 of 5 July, on Religious Freedom, article 2.2.(c) of the Royal Decree 594/2015 of July 3rd, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, under the name EUROPEAN OFFICE OF THE CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND HUMAN RIGHTS, vested with legal personality and full legal capacity, which shall be governed by the aforementioned regulations, the provisions set forth herein, and other applicable laws. Its territorial scope is national and European, and it shall act as an entity of reference for the entire European territory. It shall operate as a purely religious non-profit organisation, which shall be responsible for carrying out its own activities and act as a representative for the various Churches in Europe before national and supranational public and private institutions, fostering that which is set forth in article 17 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and pursuant to article 2.2 of the Organic Law on Religious Freedom, joining to the European values of Human Dignity, Freedom, Democracy, Equality/Equity, the Rule of Law and Human Rights […]”
The same statutory framing links the Office’s work to the structured dialogue foreseen under Article 17 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, which provides for open, transparent and regular dialogue between EU institutions and churches, religious associations, and philosophical and non-confessional organisations.
How the initiative frames Scientology’s ongoing contribution to European values
A dedicated section of the guide (“How Scientology communities contribute”) places the launch within a broader description of Scientology-linked community programmes across Europe that are presented as practical, day-to-day support for the same principles set out in Article 2 TEU. In the guide’s approach, “values” are treated less as abstract declarations and more as measurable civic habits—education, prevention and volunteering—that can reinforce human dignity, freedom, equality, the rule of law and human rights in local communities.
Within that framework, the guide links to programme areas described as active across Europe, including human-rights education, drug-prevention education, and community assistance through the Volunteer Ministers, alongside other social-betterment and rehabilitation initiatives referenced via Scientology Europe. The guide’s narrative connects these strands to a civic premise: rights protections are strongest when people understand them and communities invest in prevention and responsibility, reducing the conditions in which exploitation, discrimination and social exclusion develop.
Scientology and its founder L. Ron Hubbard are referenced in the initiative as the origin and inspiration for this long-running humanitarian approach, in which educational and social programmes are presented as complementary community-level efforts alongside institutional protections. The guide’s structure reflects that positioning: it begins with Europe’s legal frameworks and institutional roles, then situates community action—education, prevention and volunteering—within that wider European context.
Ivan Arjona, the Church of Scientology’s representative to the EU, OSCE, Council of Europe and UN, said: “Europe’s values become real when they are understood and practised in daily life. If young adults can clearly distinguish what the EU Charter does, what the European Convention does, and which institution is competent, they are better equipped to act responsibly, resolve disputes lawfully, and protect dignity and freedom—both for themselves and for others.”
Facilities supporting dialogue and community initiatives
The European Office also notes that it has developed facilities in many European cities—citing Madrid and Brussels, alongside other capitals—to plan and coordinate initiatives intended to benefit communities in Europe and beyond. In that context, the Office states that its conference and meeting rooms are made available for seminars, round tables and related events held by human-rights and community-betterment organisations, consistent with the Office’s stated focus on dialogue and education.
The Brussels office is described as open to the public in line with the general practice of Scientology churches and related facilities, with public-facing information and educational materials accessible to visitors during posted opening times.
The Church of Scientology, its churches, missions, groups and members are present across the European continent. Scientology Europe reports a continent-wide presence through more than 140 churches, missions and affiliated groups in at least 27 European nations, alongside thousands of community-based social betterment and reform initiatives focused on education, prevention and neighbourhood-level support, inspired by the work of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard.
Within Europe’s diverse national frameworks for religion, the Church’s recognitions continue to expand, with administrative and judicial authorities in Spain, Portugal, Sweden, the Netherlands, Italy, Germany Slovakia and others, as well as the European Court of Human Rights, having addressed and acknowledged Scientology communities as protected by the national and international provisions of Freedom of Religion or belief.
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Organization: European Office Church of Scientology for Public Affairs and Human Rights
Dubai, UAE, February 19th, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, The MENA region today represents one of the world’s most digitally dynamic regions. Several GCC markets report smartphone penetration rates above 90%, while governments are deploying multi-billion-dollar investments to accelerate national digital transformation programs, including Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which prioritizes a diversified, technology-enabled economy, and the UAE’s Digital Economy Strategy, aimed at increasing the digital economy’s contribution to GDP. (Source)
As fintech, e-commerce, logistics, and super apps scale at record speed, communication has become a mission-critical infrastructure. Customer acquisition, authentication, payments, notifications, and support now rely on real-time, compliant, and highly secure messaging ecosystems. At the same time, regulatory frameworks across the region are tightening, and customer expectations around data privacy, responsiveness, and personalization are rising.
Enterprises are therefore rethinking communication not as a channel, but as a strategic growth lever.
Against this backdrop, TrustSignal has announced its expansion into the MENA region. The move reflects a growing demand for resilient, secure, and regulation-ready communication infrastructure that can support both high-growth startups and large enterprises operating across multiple jurisdictions.
With its AI-powered CPaaS ecosystem, TrustSignal aims to enable businesses to manage omnichannel communication with greater reliability, scalability, and compliance. Designed to address the region’s evolving regulatory landscape and diverse consumer behaviors, the platform brings together automation, delivery optimization, and enterprise-grade security to power meaningful customer engagement at scale.
In a region where digital trust directly influences brand growth, communication infrastructure is no longer optional; it is foundational. TrustSignal’s MENA expansion signals a deeper commitment to supporting businesses as they navigate this next phase of digital maturity.
Why MENA, Why Now
The Communication Platform as a Service market in the Middle East and Africa is projected to reach approximately US$10.1 billion by 2030 (Source). This trajectory signals more than sector expansion. It reflects a structural redesign of how enterprises approach customer engagement.
The growth is demand-led.
Across MENA, this momentum is reinforced by API first cloud adoption, mobile commerce growth, heightened security requirements, and cross-border digital expansion.
Channel dynamics are shifting in parallel. A2P SMS remains central for authentication and alerts, while WhatsApp Business APIs and conversational messaging are accelerating across retail and financial services. Enterprises are moving from broadcast notifications to interactive, two-way journeys, with voice APIs gaining ground in security and service coordination.
Communication is not only increasing in volume, but advancing in complexity.
What This Means for Businesses in MENA
The acceleration of CPaaS adoption in MENA marks a structural shift in how enterprises design customer engagement. As messaging evolves from one-way notifications to real-time interactive journeys, communication now sits at the core of revenue flow, fraud prevention, customer trust, and compliance.
Enterprises are navigating rising authentication volumes, expanding conversational traffic, cross-border delivery complexity, and tighter regulatory expectations, demanding infrastructure that is intelligent, resilient, and measurable.
TrustSignal’s expansion aligns with this inflection point, enabling businesses to move beyond scale toward real-time optimization, lower latency, stronger verification stability, and more reliable customer journeys. In a market where a delayed OTP can disrupt transactions and erode trust, communication performance directly shapes business performance.
MENA’s next phase of digital growth will be defined not by message volume, but by delivery intelligence.
Reframing Communication as a Performance Engine
TrustSignal approaches the regional opportunity with a clear thesis: communication infrastructure must evolve from a cost center to a measurable growth engine.
Its AI-enabled CPaaS platform is anchored on three structural capabilities.
Intelligent Routing and Optimization Adaptive algorithms analyze delivery behavior in real time, dynamically selecting optimal routes to improve authentication reliability and reduce latency during demand spikes.
Performance Visibility and Analytics Granular reporting frameworks provide enterprises with actionable insights into delivery outcomes, engagement metrics, and channel efficiency, enabling continuous refinement of communication workflows.
Security and Compliance Architecture Embedded encryption layers and compliance-aligned frameworks are designed to support evolving regulatory standards across MENA jurisdictions.
Rather than positioning itself as a transactional messaging vendor, TrustSignal operates as an infrastructure partner focused on engineering predictability, resilience, and measurable impact into enterprise communication systems.
A Forward Looking Vision
As MENA’s digital economy matures, the defining differentiator will be operational precision.
TrustSignal’s regional roadmap centers on advancing AI-driven communication intelligence, deepening vertical integrations across fintech, retail, healthcare, and mobility, strengthening predictive performance modeling to anticipate demand surges, and expanding localized enterprise advisory capabilities.
The long term objective is to help enterprises transition from reactive messaging systems to predictive communication ecosystems where infrastructure continuously adapts to optimize engagement, security, and efficiency.
Against this backdrop, the Middle East and North Africa represent a strategic growth frontier for the company. Articulating this vision, Mr Imran Shaikh, Founder and CEO of TrustSignal, stated:
“MENA stands among the world’s most dynamic digital markets. Our expansion underscores a long term commitment to equipping enterprises with a compliant, scalable communication infrastructure that advances regional digital ambitions.”
TrustSignal’s expansion reflects alignment with that future, one where communication is architected for resilience, transparency, and measurable business impact.
The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming deployment of its proprietary Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure. This development marks the introduction of a new technical framework designed to support decentralized applications and secure digital transactions. The Foundation has confirmed that the Public Testnet is scheduled to open for user participation on February 15, 2026.
Technical Architecture and Infrastructure
The BTCD platform is engineered as an independent Layer 1 blockchain, distinct from token-based projects that rely on existing third-party networks. The core infrastructure utilizes a hybrid consensus mechanism combining Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof of Stake (PoS) protocols.
This architectural design is intended to address common scalability challenges in blockchain technology. The technical specifications indicate a capacity for high-volume throughput, with initial testing targeting transaction speeds of over 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) while maintaining sub-second finality. The system is built to operate autonomously, providing a decentralized foundation for developers and users.
Testnet Deployment and Minting Mechanism
Beginning February 15, 2026, the BTCD Foundation will initiate the Public Testnet phase. This phase allows users to interact with the network’s minting protocol to test system stability and performance.
The minting process follows a programmed algorithmic schedule designed to test the network’s long-term sustainability over a projected 25-year timeline. The protocol includes technical halving events scheduled every 2.5 years to regulate the issuance rate of digital assets on the network.
Transition to Mainnet
The Testnet phase is a precursor to the official Mainnet launch, which is currently scheduled for May 15, 2026. The Foundation has outlined a technical migration plan wherein digital assets minted during the Testnet phase will be recognized on the Mainnet system upon its activation.
Ecosystem Development Roadmap
Following the Mainnet launch, the BTCD Foundation plans to deploy a suite of decentralized applications (dApps) integrated directly into the Layer 1 core. The technical roadmap outlines the phased release of nine specific utilities, including:
Nexora: A decentralized communication protocol.
Guardian DEX: A decentralized exchange interface.
WealthBook: A social networking platform integrated with blockchain identity verification.
Future updates scheduled for later in 2026 involve the integration of automated trading algorithms and asset management utilities.
About BTCD Foundation
The BTCD Foundation is a technology organization focused on the development of Layer 1 blockchain solutions. It aims to build a scalable, secure, and decentralized infrastructure to support the next generation of digital applications.
Inveslo Secures FSC Mauritius License, Launches MT5 Platform, and Unveils Next-Generation Client & IB Areas, Setting New Standards in Innovation and Compliance
Dubai, UAE, 19th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Inveslo proudly announces two transformative milestones that establish a new benchmark in global trading. The company has secured a regulatory Licensed by FSC Mauritius (License No: GB25205645) and launched its next-generation MetaTrader 5 (MT5) trading platform, enhanced with redesigned Client and Introducing Broker (IB) areas.
These achievements represent a major advancement in Inveslo’s mission to deliver institutional-grade trading performance under the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and trust. The FSC Mauritius license strengthens governance, regulatory oversight, and global credibility, ensuring traders and partners can operate with confidence in a fully regulated environment.
Powered by cutting-edge MT5 technology, the platform delivers lightning-fast execution, deep liquidity access, multi-asset trading, and advanced analytics. The upgraded Client Area and IB Area further streamline portfolio management, client tracking, and performance insights, creating a unified, high-performance trading ecosystem.
With these milestones, Inveslo continues to shape the future of regulated, technology-driven trading worldwide.
FSC Mauritius License: Setting a Global Standard for Compliance
The official FSC Mauritius authorization marks a significant step in Inveslo’s global expansion strategy. This regulatory milestone strengthens the company’s governance and compliance infrastructure, providing clients and partners with a secure, transparent, and fully regulated trading environment.
By achieving FSC Mauritius licensing, Inveslo ensures that traders and Introducing Brokers operate within a trusted framework, reflecting the company’s dedication to integrity, transparency, and adherence to international financial regulations. The license positions Inveslo for sustainable growth across international markets and reinforces its standing as a globally trusted broker.
MT5 Trading Platform: Institutional-Grade Technology for All Traders
Central to Inveslo’s offering is its MT5-powered trading platform, delivering professional-grade trading performance across forex, commodities, indices, and other global markets. Designed for speed, reliability, and advanced analytics, the platform enables users to make smarter, faster, and more informed trading decisions.
Enhanced Client & IB Areas: Optimized for Modern Traders and Partners
Complementing the MT5 platform is a fully redesigned Client Area and Introducing Broker Area. While the FSC license and MT5 infrastructure remain central, these upgraded areas deliver a more intuitive and efficient experience:
Client Area: Consolidates account management, deposits, withdrawals, and trading activity into one seamless interface, providing real-time portfolio insights and actionable market data.
IB Area: Offers a comprehensive suite of partnership tools, including client tracking, performance analytics, and engagement capabilities, enabling Introducing Brokers to grow and scale their businesses effectively.
Together, these enhancements integrate seamlessly with MT5, delivering a unified ecosystem combining regulatory assurance, high-performance trading, and advanced client and partner tools.
CEO’s Vision: Experience Meets Innovation
“This year marks a defining moment for Inveslo,” said Dr. Farrukh Adeeb, Chairman & CEO.
“With years of experience in global financial markets, I have seen how technology and regulation must work together to create a truly reliable trading environment. By securing our FSC Mauritius license and introducing the MT5-powered platform alongside upgraded Client and IB Areas, we are combining regulatory excellence with cutting-edge performance.
Our mission is to empower traders and partners worldwide with tools that are fast, transparent, and professional-grade — built not only for today’s markets but also for the evolving future of global trading. These milestones reflect our commitment to innovation, compliance, and delivering an ecosystem where trust and performance go hand in hand.”
The All-New Inveslo Experience Is Live
Traders and partners worldwide are invited to explore the MT5 platform under the assurance of FSC Mauritius regulation. Smarter execution, deeper insights, and trusted growth come together to create a global trading ecosystem designed for modern financial markets.
Smarter decisions. Faster execution. Trusted growth. Welcome to Inveslo 2.0.
About Inveslo
Inveslo is a regulated global trading platform Licensed by FSC Mauritius (License No: GB25205645), delivering advanced financial technology, trading solutions, and comprehensive partnership programs. Committed to innovation, compliance, and client success, Inveslo empowers traders and Introducing Brokers worldwide to achieve their financial ambitions across dynamic global markets.
For many of us, the first step into crypto trading starts with a simple question – which platform lets me trade using INR without friction? Over time, that choice shapes how confident and consistent trading feels.
INR-based access reduces extra conversion steps and makes tracking gains, losses, and taxes more straightforward. It also pushes you to look closer at compliance, withdrawal reliability, and product range before investing funds.
Some platforms focus on spot markets, others support crypto derivatives, and a few balance both effectively.
We tried many popular crypto trading platforms. Here’s an insight into some of them – Delta Exchange, CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, ZebPay, and Mudrex – all support INR trading and are also the best Indian crypto exchanges.
Key Takeaways
INR-based access simplifies crypto trading by reducing currency conversion steps.
It keeps deposits and withdrawals in familiar currencies for Indian users, making them easier during tax filing, if needed.
Compliance standards, withdrawal reliability, and product clarity also matter when choosing a platform.
Platforms like Delta Exchange, CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, Zebpay, and Mudrex are popular crypto trading platforms in our list.
Top Crypto Trading Platforms Supporting INR-Based Trading
Delta Exchange
The first on our list is Delta Exchange, which offers a crypto derivatives-led (futures and options) setup built around INR-based participation. All derivative contracts are notionally margined and settled in USD, though the platform uses a fixed USD-INR rate of ₹85.
The balances remain within the Indian banking system in INR, which means margin calculations and realised P&L effectively happen in INR. This structure avoids exposure to real-time USD-INR currency swings.
Delta Exchange is one of the top crypto trading platforms to try
Deposits and withdrawals are both accepted in INR and shown in the account as USD using the fixed rate. This approach simplifies crypto derivatives access for Indian users without foreign currency handling.
The platform also offers risk management strategies, is compliant with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), offers algo trading, a demo account for practice, and much more – making it one of the best Indian crypto exchanges in the market.
CoinDCX
Next, we have CoinDCX – one of the crypto trading platforms widely used in India, offering both entry-level and advanced tools. The platform highlights over 500+ cryptocurrencies available for spot trading with direct INR deposits and withdrawals via bank transfers and UPI.
CoinDCX – one of India’s top crypto trading platforms
CoinDCX is registered with India’s FIU – meaning it follows local AML and KYC norms as part of its compliance framework. You can access spot, margin, options, and futures markets with up to 100x leverage on certain pairs. It also provides APIs to place and manage orders programmatically.
An automatic tax reporting tool and a unified mobile/web interface help both new and regular traders explore crypto trading in one place.
CoinSwitch
CoinSwitch focuses on simplifying INR-based crypto trading for Indian users through its mobile and web platforms. The app lets you deposit INR via bank transfer or UPI and use it to buy, sell, or trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 400+ other cryptocurrencies directly in INR without forced conversions to other currencies.
CoinSwitch is among the best Indian crypto exchange
CoinSwitch takes this further by enabling INR-denominated crypto futures and crypto options – this eliminates the need for dollar conversions, and derivatives activity feels more aligned with local needs.
CoinSwitch also pools liquidity from multiple sources to show competitive prices, minimize slippage, and provide clarity for INR deposits and withdrawals.
ZebPay
ZebPay has been in the market since 2014 and supports INR-based crypto trading through simple deposit and withdrawal options linked to users’ bank accounts. Within its app, ZebPay outlines multiple ways to add INR, including UPI and bank transfers, which usually credit within minutes when using the UPI route.
ZebPay for crypto trading and BTC SIPs
Once INR is in the wallet, you can buy, sell, and trade BTC and dozens of other crypto pairs instantly via Quick Trade with limit and market orders. Fiat withdrawals are processed back to the registered bank account, and ZebPay’s fee page shows zero charges on INR deposits, while withdrawals may have a small flat fee. The platform also offers perpetual INR-paired futures leverage for experienced traders.
Mudrex
Last but not least, we have Mudrex. It supports INR-based crypto derivatives (futures) through its INR-margined futures setup, aimed at Indian users who prefer trading without USD conversions. Margins, profits, and losses are calculated directly in INR, which keeps accounting and risk tracking simpler.
Mudrex offers 650+ coins to explore
You can deposit INR, choose futures pairs, set leverage, and monitor positions shown in rupees. This structure avoids dependence on stablecoins and foreign currency settlement.
Alongside futures, Mudrex continues to offer spot markets, Coin Sets, and various crypto tools for analysis. For users comparing crypto trading platforms, Mudrex, alongside Delta Exchange, CoinDCX, and others, seems like a reliable option to try.
The Bottomline
INR-based access in crypto has become a deciding factor for many Indian traders, as it keeps deposits, withdrawals, and profit tracking simpler. Platforms that support INR trading reduce friction and help you stay focused on actual crypto trading instead of currency conversions.
For those comparing crypto trading platforms, the right choice often comes down to comfort, transparency, and how well the platform fits Indian compliance standards and is able to feed the growing appetite of the traders.
Disclaimer: This piece is only for educational purposes. Any information provided here is not to be taken as investment advice. Kindly consult a financial advisor or crypto expert before making any investment decisions.
Commitment to organized financial information delivery is now an emphasis, according to Lead Contributor Cody Burgat
United States, 18th Feb 2026 – FinanceAndMarkets.com has introduced a content structuring initiative designed to enhance clarity and consistency across its financial information platform.
The initiative focuses on refining internal topic segmentation, headline alignment, and editorial categorization standards. According to the company, these adjustments are part of a broader commitment to maintaining a structured digital publishing environment for readers navigating business and market-related subjects.
The platform indicated that as digital financial content continues to expand across the internet, maintaining clear topic boundaries and editorial coherence is increasingly important. The updated structuring framework seeks to reinforce uniform formatting practices and content flow across all sections of the site.
“Structured presentation plays an important role in how information is received,” said Cody Burgat, founder of FinanceAndMarkets.com. “Our objective is to maintain consistency and clarity across the platform while preserving a clean editorial format.”
The company noted that the initiative does not change the platform’s role as an informational publishing resource. FinanceAndMarkets.com does not offer financial advisory services, investment recommendations, or trading instruction.
By focusing on internal organization and editorial alignment, the platform continues to position itself as a structured digital media property within the broader financial information space.
About FinanceAndMarkets.com
FinanceAndMarkets.com is an independent digital media platform delivering structured editorial content covering business, markets, and economic developments.
Doha, Qatar, 17th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE– As the curtains fall on Web Summit Qatar 2026, a new narrative is emerging from the Middle East—one that replaces the image of “fragility” with one of “high-capacity innovation.” At the center of this shift is EmpactUS, a venture-building ecosystem that is rewriting the playbook for post-conflict recovery. Led by social impact entrepreneur Hammam Elmasri, the organization is championing a systemic approach to economic stabilization that prioritizes digital capacity over traditional humanitarian aid.
The core thesis presented by EmpactUS is simple yet provocative: In the modern era, the most durable form of reconstruction isn’t physical infrastructure—it is the creation of self-sustaining, tech-enabled entrepreneurship ecosystems.
The Failure of the “Aid-Only” Paradigm
For decades, the global response to conflict in the MENA region—from Palestine and Lebanon to Syria and Iraq—has been dominated by a “humanitarian-first” model. While essential for immediate survival, these short-term employment programs and aid cycles often leave communities in a state of “permanent fragility.”
“Recovery is not just about reconstruction; it is about restoring economic dignity,” says Hammam Elmasri, Co-Founder of EmpactUS. “We see young populations in these regions who are already digitally native, highly skilled, and profoundly entrepreneurial. They don’t lack talent; they lack the systems that translate that talent into global market value. If we don’t build those systems, we are simply managing poverty rather than solving it.”
The EmpactUS Framework: Three Pillars of Systemic Change
During his engagement with global tech leaders in Doha, Elmasri outlined the EmpactUS Model, a three-pillared strategy designed to act as “Stabilization Infrastructure” in volatile markets:
Capacity First (Market-Aligned Skill Building)
Traditional education in conflict zones often lags behind global trends. EmpactUS focuses on high-intensity skill-building in the digital and service sectors—industries that are “geography-blind” and can operate even when local physical infrastructure is compromised. By aligning local talent with global market demands, they ensure that the workforce is resilient to local shocks.
Conflict-affected founders often operate in silos, cut off from the capital and mentorship that their counterparts in Silicon Valley or Berlin take for granted. EmpactUS acts as a bridge, connecting MENA startups to global technology platforms, institutional investors, and corporate partners. “Global integration is not a luxury,” Elmasri explains. “It is a recovery multiplier that shortens learning curves and builds international credibility for founders who would otherwise be invisible.”
Values-Driven Entrepreneurship (The Trust Currency)
In fragile environments, trust is the most valuable currency. EmpactUS mentors founders to prioritize governance integrity and long-term community impact over “blitz-scaling” or short-term speculative gains. This focus on sustainable growth creates businesses that act as anchors for local economic circulation and community resilience.
Startups as Engines of Peace
The broader implication of the EmpactUS model is that startups in conflict zones serve a dual purpose. Beyond generating revenue, they function as platforms for rebuilding social trust. They provide the “Digital Infrastructure” necessary for a society to transition from a state of crisis to a state of innovation.
“We are seeing founders building fintech solutions under sanctions and edtech platforms amid school disruptions,” Elmasri noted at Web Summit. “These are not just businesses; they are evidence of a new recovery narrative. When we support them through coherent systems, we shift the focus from aid dependency to economic agency.”
A Call to Global Tech Leaders
As EmpactUS scales its operations across the MENA region, the message to the global tech community is clear: The next frontier of innovation may well be in the places we least expect. By investing in “Ecosystem Design,” global partners aren’t just performing corporate social responsibility—they are participating in the creation of a more stable, integrated, and prosperous global economy.
For Hammam Elmasri and the EmpactUS team, the mission remains unwavering. Post-conflict recovery is no longer about looking back at what was lost; it is about designing a future that is stronger, more inclusive, and driven by the limitless capacity of human ingenuity.
About EmpactUS
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From February 10 to February 18, the Beijing Municipal Culture and Tourism Bureau will organize delegations to eight countries—the United States, Mexico, Greece, Finland, Australia, Malaysia, Belarus, and Russia.
Spring Begins in the East, Joy Shared Worldwide — 2026 “Galloping into Prosperity” Overseas Happy Chinese New Year to Open a New Chapter in Civilizational Exchange Beijing,February 16th.From February 10 to February 18, the Beijing Municipal Culture and Tourism Bureau will organize delegations to eight countries—the United States, Mexico, Greece, Finland, Australia, Malaysia, Belarus, and Russia—to host the “Galloping into Prosperity” Happy Chinese New Year cultural exchange activities. The events will integrate a variety of activities, including traditional temple fairs, the “Hello, Beijing” photo exhibition, intangible cultural heritage experiences, cultural and tourism promotion conferences, and zodiac-themed flash mob performances. These initiatives aim to promote the cultural significance of the Chinese New Year and showcase Beijing’s rich cultural and tourism resources. It is expected to attract over a million overseas participants to celebrate the Chinese New Year together.
Zodiac Culture · Contemporary Innovation—The 2026 Bingwu Year of the Horse Zodiac-Themed Flash Mob Conveys Auspicious Meanings
The year 2026 marks the Chinese lunar Bingwu Year of the Horse. In New York City, USA, and Mexico City, Mexico, Zodiac-themed flash mob activities will appear as “unexpected encounters,” with the “Zodiac Horse” making surprise appearances at various landmarks and public spaces. This dynamic and modern approach will introduce Chinese zodiac culture to local communities in a vibrant and engaging way.
“Global Auspicious Zodiac Design Exhibition” Makes a Splendid Debut at United Nations Headquarters in New York
On February 2, the “Global Auspicious Zodiac Design Exhibition” opened at the United Nations Headquarters, showcasing outstanding creative achievements from the twelve-year history of the Global Zodiac Design Competition. On February 11, the Year of the Horse Zodiac Window Display will be unveiled at the Empire State Building in New York. Through the theme of “Two Horses Advancing Together,” the exhibition is expected to convey the auspicious symbolism of prosperity and blessings to an estimated audience of one million visitors. During the event, the book “The Zodiac Culture of China” will also be donated to several universities and cultural institutions in the United States, fostering cultural exchange at both academic and public education levels.
Celebrating Together, Friendship Forever—Sister Cities Open a New Chapter of Friendship Beijing has long-established sister-city relationships with New York City in the United States, Mexico City in Mexico, Minsk in Belarus, and Moscow in Russia. Choosing these sister cities as the primary venues for the “Happy Chinese New Year” celebrations reflects both a heartfelt retrospective of these enduring friendships and a forward-looking vision for the future. In 2026, Beijing and Helsinki, Finland, will mark the 20th anniversary of their sister-city relationship, coinciding with the 20th consecutive edition of the “Happy Chinese New Year” celebrations in Finland. A delegation from Beijing will host a Chinese New Year temple fair in Helsinki, which is expected to attract over 30,000 participants. The event will also extend into local schools, offering immersive experiences such as Peking Opera and traditional music performances, allowing Finnish youth to engage with Chinese culture up close.
In Greece, Beijing and Athens mark the 21st anniversary of their sister-city ties, as well as the 10th consecutive year of the “Happy Chinese New Year” event held in Greece. For the first time, in collaboration with the Athens municipal government, a “Happy Chinese New Year” temple fair will be held at the City Hall Square, and a high-quality Chinese cultural performance will be staged at the Piraeus Municipal Theatre. The festive spirit of the Chinese New Year will radiate along the Aegean coast, adding a heartwarming chapter to the friendship between the two nations.
Square Temple Fairs: Public Celebrations – Iconic Landmarks Around the World Transform into New Year Cultural Festivals
This year’s overseas “Happy Chinese New Year” events have gained remarkable popularity, bringing celebrations to prominent squares, parks, commercial districts, and landmark buildings across multiple countries, allowing local communities to immerse themselves in Chinese New Year traditions up close. Large-scale New Year temple fairs will be held at locations such as Kamppi Square in Helsinki, Athens City Hall Square, Sydney’s Chinese Garden of Friendship, TRX Square in Kuala Lumpur, and Manezhnaya Square in Moscow. These events will integrate cultural performances, intangible cultural heritage workshops, culinary experiences, and interactive traditional activities, featuring joint performances by Chinese and international artists to create an open, joyful, and participatory public cultural space.
Renowned Artists and Troupes · Intangible Cultural Heritage Craftsmanship—High-Quality Cultural Performances Enhance Cultural Identity
This year’s event brings together numerous outstanding artists and inheritors of intangible cultural heritage at the provincial level and above. The cultural performances integrate diverse art forms such as folk music, dance, martial arts, and acrobatics, showcasing the charm of Chinese culture through high-quality presentations. In Kuala Lumpur and Sydney, several National First-Class Performers and national-level athletes will deliver spectacular performances. In Belarus and Russia, Chinese and international artists will jointly present renowned Chinese and foreign pieces, including “Jasmine Flower” and “Veselukha” (The Merry Moment), creating a harmonious cultural exchange.
At the “Happy Chinese New Year” event, intangible cultural heritage (ICH) experience workshops and masterclasses will be set up, allowing audiences to listen to stories of ICH and participate in hands-on creation. Through interactions with ICH inheritors and practical experiences, participants will deepen their understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture. In Sydney, Australia, ICH inheritors will demonstrate Cao-style kite making, paper cutting, and sugar figure crafting amidst the scenic landscape of the Chinese Garden of Friendship.
Cultural Tourism Promotion · A Two-Way Journey—Comprehensive Promotion of Beijing’s Inbound Tourism
Beijing is actively leveraging the overseas “Happy Chinese New Year” platform to fully promote China’s inbound tourism. Activities such as the “Hello, Beijing” photo exhibition, B2B promotion sessions and seminars, and direct C-end consultations are being held in succession. Local KOLs are invited to share their experiences of traveling and living in Beijing, highlighting the city’s cultural tourism resources and entry facilitation policies. Efforts are also underway to promote the “Beijing Gifts” initiative in Russia, vigorously advocate for the direct Beijing-Helsinki flight, and explore collaboration opportunities with relevant enterprises to help Beijing’s cultural tourism products expand into overseas markets. In cities like Mexico City and Moscow, B2B seminars targeting tourism enterprises will be organized. Representatives from over twenty key tourism companies will engage in practical dialogues focusing on route development, service alignment, and market demands. Additionally, dedicated B2B matchmaking sessions for Beijing’s cultural tourism promotion will be held in New York, Kuala Lumpur, Helsinki, Athens, and other cities, actively building cooperation platforms for local tourism businesses. Meanwhile, cultural tourism booths will be set up at public events in various countries, distributing multilingual promotional materials to bridge the “last mile” of overseas marketing.
In Finland, Finnish vlogger Rebekka has been invited to serve as an ambassador to enhance communication effectiveness from the perspective of local Finnish citizens, precisely reaching key stakeholders in the local tourism industry. A major announcement will be made at the event: China Southern Airlines will launch a new direct flight from Beijing to Helsinki, covering multiple seasons and long holidays. The service is set to commence on March 29, further fueling the enthusiasm of Finns for traveling to Beijing. In Malaysia, an innovative promotion model combining “culture + tourism + technology” will dazzle Kuala Lumpur. The “Kaka Digital Camera” will allow audiences to virtually check in at Beijing landmarks, while the globally acclaimed Jiqing Zodiac Design Competition’s collaborative trendy toy, WAKUKU, will engage visitors through interactive activities. This lighthearted and fashionable approach aims to spark overseas interest in traveling to Beijing. As the Chinese New Year approaches, Beijing’s splendor is set to bloom. During the 2026 Spring Festival, a series of cultural exchange activities—using “Chinese New Year” as a cultural bridge and “Beijing Stories” as an emotional link—will kick off. Let us look forward to this spectacular Spring Festival celebration transcending borders and shining on the world stage across eight countries!
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Organization: Beijing Overseas Cutural Exchange Center
