Group 1 - Tokenised stocks have been launched globally in May, now available to South Africans through Luno, starting with over 60 US stocks and ETFs [1] - This development provides both retail and professional investors with instant access to major global companies such as Apple, Meta, Alphabet, Amazon, and Tesla [1] Group 2 - Historically, trading stocks required physical interaction with stockbrokers and traders, creating significant barriers to participation for most individuals [2] - The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) transitioned to digital stock certificates in 1999, reducing settlement times from two weeks to five days, while Nasdaq was the first fully digitised stock market [3] Group 3 - There has been a notable increase in market demand for stock investments, with a study indicating that the monthly share of individuals under 40 transferring funds to investment accounts has more than tripled over the last decade [4] - The 2022 Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances reported that direct stock ownership among families rose from 15% in 2019 to 21% in 2022, marking the largest increase since 1989 [4] Group 4 - In South Africa, investment patterns have remained relatively stable over the past decade, but there has been a slight increase in equity investments since 2020 [5] - The share of equity and investment fund shares relative to total assets in South African households increased from 20.8% to 25.7% during this period, indicating a growing interest in stock market investments [5]

Core Viewpoint - Webull has reintroduced cryptocurrency trading for U.S. residents, allowing users to manage their Webull Pay accounts directly within the Webull app, enhancing the trading experience and streamlining account management [1][3]. Group 1: Cryptocurrency Trading Features - Users can now trade over 50 digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL), with seamless, 24/7 real-time trading capabilities [2]. - The integration of crypto trading into the Webull app aims to provide a centralized platform for managing various investment opportunities, including stocks, options, and digital assets [3]. Group 2: Company Statements and Future Plans - Anthony Denier, U.S. CEO and Group President at Webull, emphasized the mission to deliver a user-centric investing experience by reducing friction in accessing and managing investment portfolios [3]. - Stephen Yip, CEO of Webull Pay, highlighted the importance of cryptocurrencies in diversified investment strategies and expressed excitement about the unified trading experience [3]. - Currently, crypto trading is available only in the U.S. and Brazil, with plans for additional market rollouts in the coming months [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Webull is a leading online investment platform that provides users with advanced charting tools, real-time market data, and low-cost trading across various asset classes, including securities, options, and futures [5][6]. - The platform serves over 24 million registered users globally, offering 24/7 access to financial markets and integrating market data, user community, and educational resources [6].