Spotware Systems has released version 5.0.22 of the cTrader desktop application, introducing a new feature and addressing some issues to enhance user experience and overall performance.

Introducing Shared Access and Bug Fixes

The most notable addition in cTrader desktop application version 5.0.22 is the introduction of "Shared Access" functionality for branding the cTrader application, allowing users to grant access to their trading accounts to other individuals, including fund managers, for more effective account management. Until now, this feature was only available in the web version of cTrader, but now it can also be utilized in the desktop application.

The company stated, "Fund managers and other partners have found it challenging to remotely access personal accounts for manual or automated trading on behalf of third parties. To address these issues, cTrader provides built-in Shared Access functionality."

In addition to the Shared Access feature, the cTrader team has focused on addressing various bugs and optimizing platform performance, resolving issues such as backtesting performance degradation, incorrect resizing of StackPanel elements, and optimizing restarts when changing symbols, timeframes, or parameters.

Furthermore, this release fixed the disabled state of cBots icons, ensuring users can easily identify and interact with their automated trading systems. The functionality of stop-all buttons has also been improved, and instances previously hidden due to search results can now be correctly stopped.

In addition to the mentioned improvements, cTrader desktop application version 5.0.22 also includes some minor enhancements and optimizations aimed at improving the overall user experience and performance of the platform. The complete list can be found on the official cTrader forum.

MetaQuotes, as a leader in retail trading platforms including contracts for difference (CFDs), has also released a new testing version (Beta Build 4330) of its MetaTrader 5 application, focusing primarily on providing more features for algorithmic traders and developers.

Executive Appointments and Proprietary Trading Migration

Spotware Systems recently made significant adjustments to its leadership team. At the end of April, the company announced the appointment of Elena Kupriianova as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Kupriianova brings extensive experience to this role, having previously held senior marketing positions in several prominent organizations, including her recent tenure as CMO at the freelance platform Soula.

However, as Spotware welcomed Kupriianova, it also bid farewell to Andrew Mreana, who served as the company's Head of Growth for the past ten months. Mreana announced his resignation from the company a month ago, marking the end of his brief tenure.

Recently, Spotware has made strides in the professional trading community, particularly following the recent MetaTrader licensing dispute. The company's cTrader platform has gained recognition among professional trading firms, with The Funded Trader (TFT) and MyFundedFX (MFF) announcing integration with Spotware solutions in March.

At the end of 2023, cTrader launched its Mac desktop application version, a native trading application designed specifically for macOS, featuring built-in algorithmic trading capabilities, providing users with a powerful and intuitive trading experience on their Apple computers. This move by Spotware strengthens its position in the professional trading arena, offering users more choices and flexible trading platforms.