What's new in MetaTrader 5

Since its launch, MQL5 Cloud Network has completed more than 16 billion tasks. This figure shows how many times users have tested their trading strategies. Every day, the network enables algorithmic traders to run calculations on tens of thousands of computers worldwide with just a few clicks, without having to wait for results on a local machine.

Fixed terminal crash, which could occur upon testing start under certain conditions. Fixed validation of browser compatibility with the web terminal. In some cases, users might have erroneously received a message indicating that their browser was not supported.

Fixed errors which could cause incorrect operation of the Live Update system under certain conditions. Added new hotkey, Alt+X, to open a list of Expert Advisors.

To assist trading app developers, we have included a welcome page in MetaEditor

MetaQuotes will take part in Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2024 to be held on May 20-22 in Johannesburg. This is one of the largest events dedicated to online trading and financial technology. The summit brings together individuals and leading companies, allowing them to communicate directly, learn about industry innovations and establish valuable connections. The organizers anticipate over 2500 participants and over 50 companies, with more than 60 speakers from major organizations worldwide delivering speeches and presentations on stage.

InvestExpo 2024 will be held in Pakistan's second largest city of Lahore on May 17 and 18, bringing together leading businesses from the South Asian financial sector. The event is to be attended by more than 40 representatives of leading companies, as well as by public officials. The main priorities of the expo are creating a transparent investment environment and increasing financial literacy. Recognizing MetaQuotes as an industry innovator and a bearer of unique knowledge, the organizers have assigned it a key role at the event.

Fixed errors in subscribing to free products in the Subscriptions service

Preparations are underway for the launch of Nasdaq market data subscriptions. Right from the platform, traders will be able to access real-time quotes and deep price histories for hundreds of financial instruments from one of the largest exchanges.

APS has joined MetaTrader 5 Payments, a service designed to streamline client onboarding, boost deposit transaction conversions, and reduce broker costs. Integrated payments offer an excellent solution for experienced companies and especially startup brokers, who will find it easier to launch their own business without the extra costs of developing and implementing their own payment system. To start accepting payments via the platform, a brokerage company needs to enter into an agreement with a supported PSP and specify authorization data in the platform. From now on, all of its clients will have the opportunity to top up funds via the terminal. In the near future, the feature will be available on mobile terminals for iOS and Android.

Regulated Broker 4XHUB EU connected MetaTrader 5 Automations to ensure the smooth operation of all its services. This service automates routine operations and assists brokerage companies in freeing up resources. In just a few clicks, you can automate customer communications, platform maintenance, as well as account, trades, and trading settings management. Consequently, 4XHUB EU has managed to reduce operational costs while enhancing overall company productivity.

Customer service excellence is fundamental for any brokerage company. The intensely competitive environment of the financial market sets high standards for service quality, and those who meet these standards better than others achieve the best results. MetaQuotes offers MetaTrader 5 Access Server Hosting, which dramatically reduces network latency and improves traders' access to trading. Many companies use the server hosting solution to increase the quality of their services. Representatives of FxGrow Limited have agreed to share their hosting usage experience.

We are happy to announce the release of a new book entitled Neural Networks for algorithmic trading in MQL5. From this book, you will learn how to use artificial intelligence in trading robots for the MetaTrader 5 platform. The author, Dmitry Gizlyk, is a hands-on neural network professional; he has written more than a dozen of articles on this topic. Now, with the support of MetaQuotes, all his valuable knowledge is conveniently collected in one book. The book gradually introduces the reader to neural network basics and their application in algorithmic trading. You will learn to create your own AI application, train it and extend its functionality.

MetaTrader 5, starting from build 4150, introduces floating leverage support in the administrator terminal, enabling brokers to adjust leverage settings depending on the situation and company policies. With floating leverage, you can flexibly adjust the required margin size depending on the open position volumes. On the one hand, this offers smaller traders the opportunity to utilize maximum leverage, and on the other hand, it reduces the risks when dealing with larger clients. This solution is integrated into the MetaTrader 5 trading platform, and you can start using it immediately at no additional cost.

The MetaQuotes team received one of the top awards at Money Expo 2024, recently held in Mexico. This year, the event attracted more than 3,000 industry experts, with more than 30 speakers taking the stage. Among them were representatives of MetaQuotes who showcased the latest updates of the trading platform, including integrated MetaTrader 5 Payments, the Automations service and the new Web Terminal. The highlight of Money Expo 2024 was the award ceremony, where MetaTrader 5 was honored with the title of the Best Multi-Asset Trading Platform. According to MetaQuotes management, such high recognition of the company's achievements will contribute to strengthening relationships with partners from Latin American countries.

Another payment provider has partnered with MetaTrader 5 Payments. Along with the other PSPs already available, AstroPay now caters to brokers within the trading platform. The provider ensures secure protection of all transactions. Using built-in payments, traders can now conveniently top up their accounts or withdraw earned funds without having to leave the platform. This new functionality was implemented in MetaTrader 5 as part of a recent major update. It allows brokers to simplify the onboarding process and streamline deposit operations, resulting in increased conversion rates and higher numbers and volumes of deposits. The feature enables seamless and automated transaction handling, eliminating the need for additional costs or integration with third-party providers.

Spectra Global, a brokerage company offering its services in the Gulf countries, has launched MetaTrader 5. The advanced tools available on this platform will greatly enhance the trading capabilities of the company's investors.

The company has opened its new office in Mexico City. This branch will serve not only local businesses but also clients from neighboring countries. The establishment of the representative office in Mexico marks a significant step in MetaQuotes' strategy to strengthen its ties with partners in Latin America.

In the latest version, MetaTrader 5 introduces the integrated payments service which enables traders to conveniently replenish their accounts directly within the trading platform. This service not only enhances platform convenience but also represents a culmination of a large strategic direction – customer onboarding. We have been gradually implementing new platform capabilities, and now the entire cycle of interaction with new users can be organized using the internal tools provided in MetaTrader 5. The challenge of effective onboarding is especially relevant for brokerage companies, given the growing competition and the reduced time window for decision-making. Assist users entering your ecosystem and ensure they don't have to waste time searching, figuring out complexities or navigating through the process blindly. The key strategy is to guide clients smoothly, yet confidently, from the initial click on your promotional banner to their first trade.

MetaQuotes invites you to attend the Money Expo 2024 exhibition in Mexico, which will be held on February 7 and 8 at Centro Citibanamex. The event will bring together traders, brokers, investors, representatives of financial institutions and other financial sector participants. Anticipating over 3,000 visitors from more than a dozen countries, Money Expo 2024 offers an excellent opportunity to establish new valuable partnerships and to expand existing connections in the dynamic Latin American market.

The new version provides the ability to save trading reports as HTML and PDF files. With this option, you can easily share your trading achievements with colleagues and investors. Another innovation enables the saving of the current Market Watch state to a file.