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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">CHICAGO</span>, <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">Aug. 18, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=1677085777&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fedxmarkets.com%2F&amp;a=EDX+Markets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">EDX Markets</a>, a leading <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> technology firm that combines an institutional-only trading venue with a central clearinghouse, today announced a strategic partnership with StoneX Digital, a wholly-owned subsidiary of <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=268282283&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stonex.com%2Fen%2F&amp;a=StoneX+Group+Inc." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">StoneX Group Inc.</a> (&#34;StoneX&#34;), to enhance institutional access to <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> markets through EDX&#39;s trading infrastructure.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">StoneX Digital has onboarded to EDX Markets to support the continued expansion of its <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> offering. Through the partnership, StoneX Digital will leverage EDX&#39;s trading venue and central clearinghouse model to deliver enhanced market structure, operational efficiencies and access to robust liquidity for its clients.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;StoneX is a highly respected global financial services firm with deep relationships across traditional markets, and their onboarding to EDX underscores the growing demand for institutional-grade <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> infrastructure,&#34; said <b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Tony Acuña-Rohter, CEO of EDX Markets</b>. &#34;We&#39;re proud to support their expansion through our venue that is purpose-built for sophisticated market participants.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EDX Markets separates trading from custody, reducing counterparty risk and enabling capital-efficient trading. By integrating with EDX, StoneX Digital enhances its ability to offer clients a streamlined and scalable pathway to access <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> markets.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;We&#39;re pleased to partner with EDX Markets as we continue to expand our <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> capabilities,&#34; said <b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Eric Rose, Global Head of StoneX Digital</b>. &#34;EDX&#39;s differentiated market structure and focus on operational efficiency align with our commitment to providing secure, transparent and high-performance access to our clients.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">As interest in digital assets continues to grow, the collaboration between EDX Markets and StoneX advances market integrity, improves capital efficiency and provides a robust, trusted framework for institutional participation.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About EDX</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EDX is a <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> technology firm that combines an institution-only trading venue with a central clearinghouse. EDX Markets, our flagship marketplace, is designed to emulate the world&#39;s most sophisticated exchanges, with deep liquidity, firm prices and low trading costs. EDX has structured its business to minimize risk for its members while providing a diverse array of operational and capital efficiencies. Backed by some of the world&#39;s leading trading and venture capital firms, EDX is actively developing new features and expanding its geographic presence to deliver trusted, liquid and efficient <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">crypto</span> trading experiences for all institutions. To learn more, visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=987404979&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fedxmarkets.com%2F&amp;a=edxmarkets.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">edxmarkets.com</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Disclaimer: </i></b><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EDX Markets products are available only to institutions in the U.S. and certain other jurisdictions. This communication is directed solely at investment professionals with experience in matters relating to investments. Any investment activity to which it relates, including services or products described, is available only to such persons. Persons who do not have such professional experience may not rely on it.</i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About StoneX</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">StoneX Group Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates a global financial services network that connects companies, organizations, traders, and investors to the global market ecosystem through a unique blend of digital platforms, end-to-end clearing and execution services, high-touch service, and deep expertise. The company strives to be its clients&#39; trusted partner, providing its network, products, and services to help them pursue business opportunities, manage market risks, make informed investment decisions, and improve their business performance.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">A Fortune 50 company headquartered in New York City and listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SNEX">SNEX</a>), StoneX Group Inc. and its more than 5,400+ employees serve over 80,000+ commercial, institutional, and payments clients, as well as more than 260,000 retail accounts, across more than 80 offices on six continents. Further information is available at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=4224696492&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stonex.com%2F&amp;a=www.stonex.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.stonex.com</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Disclaimer: </i></b><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">StoneX Digital LLC (&#34;SXD&#34;) is a subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc. and is dedicated to providing institutional clients with access to multiple products and services for digital assets. SXD is not a registered broker-dealer or futures commission merchant subject to federal securities or commodity regulations and does not solicit securities or futures. StoneX Digital LLC and EDX Markets are separate and unaffiliated companies and are not responsible for one another&#39;s policies, services, or opinions.</i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Media Contact:</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EDX Markets </b><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br>Forefront Communications<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:press@edxmarkets.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">press@edxmarkets.com</a></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">StoneX</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Marion Rannard</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:marion.rannard@stonex.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">marion.rannard@stonex.com</a></p>



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EDX Markets Announces Partnership with StoneX Digital to Strengthen Institutional Digital Asset Capabilities

EDX Markets and StoneX Digital form strategic crypto expansion partnership

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    <p>EDX Markets and StoneX Digital unveiled a strategic partnership to broaden institutional access to digital asset markets via EDX&#039;s trading venue and central clearinghouse. StoneX Digital will leverage EDX&#039;s structure to expand secure, scalable crypto trading for its clients, underscoring rising institutional demand for regulated, institution-grade crypto infrastructure.</p>
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    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>EDX Markets and StoneX Digital announce strategic partnership to broaden institutional crypto access.</li><li>StoneX Digital will use EDX&#039;s venue and central clearing to scale liquidity.</li><li>Partnership signals expanded institutional crypto infrastructure and growth potential for StoneX.</li><li>SNEX remains the StoneX Group ticker; impact depends on adoption and revenue uplift.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>StoneX Group Inc. (SNEX)</strong>: Major beneficiary of the collaboration; potential stock move tied to digital-asset growth and institutional client expansion.</li><li><strong>EDX Markets (N/A)</strong>: Strategic partner enabling enhanced institutional access to digital assets; no public ticker.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Corporate Developments</h3>
    <p>Category fits Corporate Developments/Industry News as a strategic partnership; signals structural growth in StoneX&#039;s digital-asset capabilities and potential revenue-impacting initiatives.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>Institutional crypto demand could lift StoneX’s revenue mix and services.</li><li>Stock multiple may re-rate if onboarding accelerates and liquidity improves.</li><li>Regulatory clarity in crypto could amplify the partnership&#039;s monetization potential.</li><li>StoneX Digital gains a scalable pathway to broader institutional clients.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>Date: Aug 18, 2026.</li><li>StoneX Group Inc. ticker SNEX.</li><li>StoneX listed on Nasdaq Global Select Market (SNEX).</li><li>StoneX employs 5,400+ people and serves 80,000+ institutional clients; 260,000+ retail.</li><li>EDX Markets offers an institution-only venue with a central clearinghouse.</li></ul>
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    <p>Bullish for SNEX over 3–9 months as digital-asset institutional access expands via this partnership.</p>
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    <h1>EDX Markets Announces Partnership with StoneX Digital to Strengthen Institutional Digital Asset Capabilities</h1>
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      In Chicago on August 18, 2026, EDX Markets announced a strategic partnership with StoneX Digital, a wholly-owned subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc. ("StoneX"), to enhance institutional access to digital asset markets through EDX's trading infrastructure. The collaboration aims to expand StoneX Digital’s digital asset offering by leveraging EDX's institution-focused trading venue and central clearinghouse model.
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    <h2>Partnership Details and Strategic Rationale</h2>
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      StoneX Digital has onboarded to EDX Markets to support the continued expansion of its <span>digital asset</span> offering. Through the partnership, StoneX Digital will leverage EDX's trading venue and central clearinghouse model to deliver enhanced market structure, operational efficiencies and access to robust liquidity for its clients.
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    <h2>Leadership Perspectives</h2>
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      <em>The partnership underscores growing demand for institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure,</em> <strong>Tony Acuña-Rohter, CEO of EDX Markets</strong> stated in the accompanying remarks. “StoneX is a highly respected global financial services firm with deep relationships across traditional markets, and their onboarding to EDX underscores the growing demand for institutional-grade <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> infrastructure,” said <b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Tony Acuña-Rohter, CEO of EDX Markets</b>. “We&#39;re proud to support their expansion through our venue that is purpose-built for sophisticated market participants.”
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      <em>We&#39;re pleased to partner with EDX Markets as we continue to expand our <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> capabilities,</em> said <b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Eric Rose, Global Head of StoneX Digital</b>. “EDX&#39;s differentiated market structure and focus on operational efficiency align with our commitment to providing secure, transparent and high-performance access to our clients.”
    </p>
    <p>
      As interest in digital assets continues to grow, the collaboration between EDX Markets and StoneX advances market integrity, improves capital efficiency and provides a robust, trusted framework for institutional participation.
    </p>
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  <section aria-labelledby="about-edx">
    <h2>About EDX</h2>
    <p>
      <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EDX</span> is a <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">digital asset</span> technology firm that combines an institution-only trading venue with a central clearinghouse. EDX Markets, our flagship marketplace, is designed to emulate the world&#39;s most sophisticated exchanges, with deep liquidity, firm prices and low trading costs. EDX has structured its business to minimize risk for its members while providing a diverse array of operational and capital efficiencies. Backed by some of the world&#39;s leading trading and venture capital firms, EDX is actively developing new features and expanding its geographic presence to deliver trusted, liquid and efficient <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">crypto</span> trading experiences for all institutions. To learn more, visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=987404979&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fedxmarkets.com%2F&amp;a=edxmarkets.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">edxmarkets.com</a>.
    </p>
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      <strong>Disclaimer:</strong> <i>EDX Markets products are available only to institutions in the U.S. and certain other jurisdictions. This communication is directed solely at investment professionals with experience in matters relating to investments. Any investment activity to which it relates, including services or products described, is available only to such persons. Persons who do not have such professional experience may not rely on it.</i>
    </p>
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  <section aria-labelledby="about-stonex">
    <h2>About StoneX</h2>
    <p>
      StoneX Group Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates a global financial services network that connects companies, organizations, traders, and investors to the global market ecosystem through a unique blend of digital platforms, end-to-end clearing and execution services, high-touch service, and deep expertise. The company strives to be its clients&#39; trusted partner, providing its network, products, and services to help them pursue business opportunities, manage market risks, make informed investment decisions, and improve their business performance.
    </p>
    <p>
      A Fortune 50 company headquartered in New York City and listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SNEX">SNEX</a>), StoneX Group Inc. and its more than <strong>5,400+</strong> employees serve <strong>over 80,000+</strong> commercial, institutional, and payments clients, as well as <strong>more than 260,000</strong> retail accounts, across more than <strong>80</strong> offices on six continents. Further information is available at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754672-1&amp;h=4224696492&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stonex.com%2F&amp;a=www.stonex.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.stonex.com</a>.
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      <strong>Disclaimer:</strong> <i>StoneX Digital LLC (&#34;SXD&#34;) is a subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc. and is dedicated to providing institutional clients with access to multiple products and services for digital assets. SXD is not a registered broker-dealer or futures commission merchant subject to federal securities or commodity regulations and does not solicit securities or futures. StoneX Digital LLC and EDX Markets are separate and unaffiliated companies and are not responsible for one another&#39;s policies, services, or opinions.</i>
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    <h2>Key Facts and Figures</h2>
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      <li><strong>StoneX Digital onboarding</strong> to EDX Markets to support expansion of its <span>digital asset</span> offering.</li>
      <li><strong>Trading venue + central clearinghouse</strong> model to deliver enhanced market structure, operational efficiencies and access to robust liquidity for clients.</li>
      <li><strong>StoneX Group Inc.</strong> is a Fortune 50 company listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (NASDAQ: SNEX).</li>
      <li>The StoneX network features <strong>5,400+</strong> employees, serves <strong>over 80,000+</strong> commercial, institutional, and payments clients, and supports <strong>more than 260,000</strong> retail accounts across <strong>80</strong> offices on six continents.</li>
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    <h2>Media Contact</h2>
    <p><strong>EDX Markets</strong><br/>Forefront Communications<br/><a href="mailto:press@edxmarkets.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">press@edxmarkets.com</a></p>
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EDX Markets and StoneX Digital unveiled a strategic partnership to broaden institutional access to digital asset markets via EDX's trading venue and central clearinghouse. StoneX Digital will leverage EDX's structure to expand secure, scalable crypto trading for its clients, underscoring rising institutional demand for regulated, institution-grade crypto infrastructure.

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EDX Markets Announces Partnership with StoneX Digital to Strengthen Institutional Digital Asset Capabilities

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