Author Archives: Anastasia Samaras

By Anastasia Samaras Imagine you’re a growing company with a bright future. You’ve captured the attention of domestic investors, but there’s a whole world of potential investors out there. Diversifying your investor base is a key strategy for public companies but how do you work to accomplish this? Dual listing can be your passport to […]Continue Reading

By Anastasia Samaras Roadshows are a cornerstone of any successful listing. They generally take place in major cities around the world and are meant to drum up interest in an upcoming offer. However, issuers often face a gap between generating excitement and securing capital from global retail investors.  Why? Traditional processes can come with too […]Continue Reading

By Anastasia Samaras The world of digital collectibles is overflowing with exciting possibilities, and airdrops are a fantastic way to unlock their potential for brands, companies, and their audiences. But what exactly are digital collectible airdrops, and why are they such a powerful tool for fan engagement? Imagine receiving a unique, digital gift - a commemorative keepsake, […]Continue Reading

Increasing opportunities for issuers to engage with their shareholders on Upstream’s market By Anastasia Samaras Imagine a world where shareholders become loyal customers and customers become invested shareholders. This innovative vision is at the heart of Upstream’s digital shareholder rewards, added value for companies to boost shareholder engagement, and enhance investor relations (IR) through dual […]Continue Reading

Expanding Opportunities for Issuers & Global Investors By Anastasia Samaras This week, The Upstream team hosted the 12th episode of their “Upstream Up Close” series on Twitter Spaces. This ongoing series features 10–15 minute discussions on the exciting world of digital collectibles, Web3, and trading on the Upstream, MERJ Exchange market, platform. Episode 12 delved […]Continue Reading

Bypass broker fees and hidden costs with Upstream By Anastasia Samaras Upstream’s vision is to become the premiere global trading app from which global retail investors can access equities from all markets.  Upstream, a MERJ Exchange market, features streamlined onboarding, direct access to the exchange, transparent orderbooks, no market manipulations, and real-time settlements, redefining the future […]Continue Reading

Celebrating our growing community eager to trade on Upstream’s global, next-generation trading app By Anastasia Samaras Upstream, a MERJ Exchange market and trading app, has achieved a significant milestone, a thriving community of over 12,500 users and counting all eager to join the future of trading!  12,500 users represent 12,500 unique Upstream digital wallets! The Journey […]Continue Reading

What is payment for order flow and how does Upstream’s smart-contract-powered market avoid it? By Anastasia Samaras In the world of online trading, there’s often more happening than meets the eye surrounding opportunities such as commission-free trading, which has ignited some debate within financial circles for its potential implications on market fairness and transparency. At […]Continue Reading

2023: A year of transformation for NFTs Where are NFTs headed in 2024? By Anastasia Samaras This year and leading into 2024, NFTs are going beyond their rocky origins to bring digital ownership to rewards programs, fan engagement, and brand awareness. This could mean rare digital badges depending on membership level, digital versions of loyalty […]Continue Reading

By Anastasia Samaras Are you a UK-based issuer seeking to expand your reach to a global audience? Are your current roadshows not generating the desired results? Retail investors outside the UK often face challenges in purchasing securities listed on UK exchanges. The process can be complex, costly, and deter potential investors. Upstream, however, was designed to […]Continue Reading