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Associated Press
26-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
BPX Authorised to Operate UK Regulated Marketplace for Traditional and Tokenised Securities
London, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BPX is pleased to announce that it is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF), Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM), Cryptoasset Exchange and Custodian Wallet Provider. With these institutional grade regulatory permissions in place, BPX is developing a fully integrated marketplace to support the entire lifecycle of a security. This includes issuance, trading and collateralised lending of traditional dematerialised and tokenised securities, alongside settlement and custody of tokenised securities. BPX is also the only FCA-authorised trading venue to have passed Gate 1 of the Bank of England and FCA's Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS). BPX now enters its next phase: preparing for live operations and welcoming institutional participants to connect in anticipation of its first transaction. BPX's mission is to enhance access and liquidity for Issuers and Investors in investment funds and digital assets. Its distributed ledger technology enabled platform enables efficient tokenisation at scale, broadening investment opportunities, unlocking new liquidity sources, and facilitating capital access. Dr. Robert Barnes, BPX Co-CEO, said: 'Our vision is a marketplace of best practice, modernised for institutions, offering access through a single connection to a broader range of hard-to-access alternative assets, such as infrastructure and real estate investment funds, whether traditional or tokenised—available for issuance, trading, and use as collateral.' Ali Celiker, Co-CEO, added: 'Our comprehensive regulatory permissions and integrated market infrastructure strongly position us to advance our mission: enhancing access and liquidity for issuers and investors, while leading the transformation of capital markets from legacy systems to tokenised workflows—firmly anchored in regulatory compliance and driven by innovation.' == ends == Media Contact: Tina Kane [email protected] +44(0)7887947329 About Us BPX is a regulated marketplace and infrastructure provider that aims to enhance access and liquidity for Issuers and Investors in Investment Funds and Digital Assets. Initial operations in the UK will focus on RWA-based funds, for example, real estate and money market funds, with expansion plans to other fund types and alternate investment products within a multi-jurisdiction UK and UAE offering. BPX is authorised by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as both a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) and an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). In May, BPX was added to the UK's Cryptoasset register, becoming only the third entity to receive approval in 2025, further strengthening its position at the intersection of the law, capital markets, and distributed ledger technology. Additionally, BPX has successfully passed Gate 1 of the Bank of England/FCA Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS) and is currently progressing its Gate 2 application. Through this combination of permissions, BPX will optimise the end-to-end investment and securities lending lifecycle for Issuers and Investors. BPX is headquartered in London, with an entity established at the DIFC Innovation Hub in the UAE to support future expansion plans. Learn more: Notes to Editors Media Contact: Tina Kane [email protected] +44(0)7887947329
Associated Press
14-02-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Hope Givers: New Book Inspires Strength and Healing Through Grief and Adversity
Jodi O'Donnell-Ames' new book, Hope Givers, shares powerful stories of resilience, healing, and finding hope through grief and adversity. 'Hope Givers will show you how to cope with challenging situations and gain hope. Most importantly, it will show you how to help others gain hope as well.' — Jack Tatar, co-author of Cryptoassets TITUSVILLE, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 / / -- When facing adversity, hope is often found in the people who lift us up—those hope givers who provide comfort, connection, and encouragement in our most difficult moments. After losing her husband to ALS, author, TEDx speaker, and nonprofit founder Jodi O'Donnell-Ames experienced firsthand the power of hope givers in her own healing journey. Now, in her inspiring new book, Hope Givers: Conversations and Stories of Hope, O'Donnell-Ames shares deeply personal insights and powerful conversations with thought leaders, mental health professionals, and individuals who have found resilience through life's most challenging moments. 'At a time when many are struggling with grief, uncertainty, and life's difficulties, Hope Givers offers real stories and tools to navigate hardship with strength and clarity,' says O'Donnell-Ames. 'It's an indisputable truth that while life is complicated and difficult, hope is reserved for each and every one of us.' A Personal Journey to Helping Others After her husband Kevin O'Donnell passed away from ALS at just 36 years old, O'Donnell-Ames dedicated her life to supporting families affected by terminal illness and adversity. She founded Hope Loves Company, the only nonprofit dedicated to supporting the children and grandchildren of ALS patients. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she launched the podcast Gratitude to Latitude: Stories of Hope and Resilience, where she interviewed inspiring individuals about their journeys through adversity. This experience led to the creation of Hope Givers, a book that combines personal memoir, expert insights, and stories of resilience to help others navigate grief, loss, and personal growth. The Power of the C.H.A.N.G.E. Method In Hope Givers, O'Donnell-Ames introduces readers to the C.H.A.N.G.E. method, a framework designed to help individuals shift their mindset, embrace resilience, and find strength through life's transitions. The book provides a raw, unfiltered look at overcoming grief and finding clarity, blending real-life experiences with actionable steps for emotional healing. 'Somewhere among these pages, you will find a moment of connection and insight,' she says. 'There are people and resources out there that will support you in your journey and help you process what you're feeling. Hope Givers is one of those resources.' Praise for Hope Givers Leaders in psychology, business, and personal development have praised Hope Givers for its heartfelt wisdom: 📖 'Hope Givers will show you how to cope with challenging situations and gain hope. Most importantly, it will show you how to help others gain hope as well.' — Jack Tatar, co-author of Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor's Guide to Bitcoin and Beyond 📖 'Written from the heart, this memoir highlights the transformative value of learning from others when dealing with grief. Honest, compassionate, and inspirational.' — Fred Weber, Founder of Weber Scientific, SCORE Mentor 📖 'Despite hardships, Jodi provides empathy, perspective, and wisdom in seeking hope amid grief. She embodies turning pain into purpose.' — Betsy Piccolo, LPC Availability & Additional Information Hope Givers: Conversations and Stories of Hope will be available May 10, 2024, on Amazon. For more information, visit or connect with Jodi O'Donnell-Ames on: 📍 Facebook: [ 📍 Instagram: [@jodi_odonnellames] 📍 Twitter/X: [@jodonnellames] 📍 LinkedIn: Jodi O'Donnell-Ames Jodi L. ODonnell JOA SPEAKS ON, INC. +1 609-280-1905 X LinkedIn Instagram Legal Disclaimer:
