Global Financial Market Review (GFM) is a dedicated online news aggregation portal specializing in financial market news and industry updates. It combines original editorials with curated content from global news providers, reaching over 14 million readers annually. With a focus on reliability and depth, GFM has positioned itself as a trusted source in the financial sector, boasting a strong social media presence with over 180,000 Twitter followers.
As part of its coverage of this huge and multi-disciplined industry, GFM has developed a series of Awards. Using a wide range of criteria such as Transparency, Corporate Governance, Sustainability, Volume of Transactions, Innovation, Fintech and Customer Service, the Awards have been developed to recognise companies and institutions who have achieved notable success in their respective fields. This, in turn, has become a standard for reliability, performance and security within the financial community.
For the 3rd Week of September 2025, GFM Review's judging panel is proud to award the following institutions:
Dichoso and Company, CPA, Inc.
Dichoso and Company, CPA, Inc. is a full-service certified public accounting firm founded in 2001 by Van Gerard Dichoso, CPA. Based in Beverly Hills, the firm delivers accounting, auditing, tax and business consulting services to a diverse roster of clients ranging from entertainment industry professionals to international corporations and small business startups. Drawing on industry expertise in manufacturing, retail, food and beverage, hospitality and professional services, the team guides clients through complex compliance requirements at local, state and federal levels using a structured, step-by-step methodology. Under the leadership of Van Gerard Dichoso, the firm has earned national recognition for its regulatory advisory expertise and client-focused solutions. Honors include Forbes Top In State CPAs 2025, Forbes America's Top 200 CPAs 2024, Marquis' Who's Who in America 2025, UCLA Top 100 Bruin 2025, and Los Angeles Business Journal Top 100 Accountants in 2022, 2023 and 2024. These distinctions reflect the firm’s proven track record in multi-state tax compliance, IRS representation, internal controls development and fraud prevention strategies.
Gala Collectible Services Private Limited
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Mumbai, Gala Collectible Services Private Limited has pioneered blockchain innovation for real world asset trading through its AsvaTok exchange platform. The company provides a secure environment for tokenized assets ranging from coins and banknotes to fine art and rare collectibles. By integrating stringent know your customer and anti money laundering protocols, it operates within India’s evolving regulatory framework while offering global investors fractional ownership and enhanced liquidity. In recognition of its groundbreaking implementation and service quality, Gala Collectible Services was honored with the Best Blockchain Implementation Asia 2025 award. This accolade reflects the company’s success in combining technological rigor with compliance and user centered design. Its blockchain based infrastructure supports transparent provenance tracking and automated settlement through smart contracts, positioning the firm at the forefront of Asia’s emerging tokenization market.
Cryptopay
Cryptopay is a European-based cryptocurrency payment platform that has established itself as a leading digital asset service provider since its founding in 2013. Headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, the company operates across multiple jurisdictions with regulatory licenses in Estonia, Lithuania, and Luxembourg, enabling it to serve customers throughout Europe and beyond. The platform distinguishes itself through its comprehensive cryptocurrency solution that bridges traditional finance with digital assets. Cryptopay offers a multi-faceted ecosystem including cryptocurrency exchange services, digital wallets, and a Visa debit card that enables users to spend over 40 cryptocurrencies anywhere Visa is accepted. The company’s infrastructure supports both individual consumers and businesses, processing significant transaction volumes while maintaining regulatory compliance across its operating territories. Cryptopay’s recognition as Best Cryptocurrency Solution Europe 2025 reflects its innovation in creating accessible pathways for cryptocurrency adoption. The platform’s self-custody model eliminates intermediary fees while providing users complete control over their digital assets. Through its integrated approach combining secure storage, seamless conversion between crypto and fiat currencies, and real-world spending capabilities, Cryptopay has positioned itself as a trusted infrastructure provider in the evolving European cryptocurrency landscape.
REO Capital, LLC
REO Capital, LLC is a Beverly Hills–based global capital–raising and placement agent firm specializing in private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds. Since its founding by CEO John Denes in 2010, the firm has built a reputation for independent advisory excellence, leveraging over 50 years of combined experience to support emerging and established managers seeking to raise between $100 million and $1 billion. REO Capital offers tailored services that include pitchbook development, legal structuring guidance, and strategic introductions to a network of more than 20,000 limited partners, including family offices, institutional investors, and registered investment advisors. In 2024, the firm launched a joint venture with Arcadia Holdings to broaden its service capabilities while maintaining the personalized attention that defines its client relationships. This blend of deep industry insight, innovative market approaches, and demonstrated results has earned REO Capital the accolade Best Independent Advisory Firm USA 2025.
Walee Financial Services Private Limited
Walee Financial Services Private Limited operates as a licensed Non-Banking Financial Company in Pakistan and has set new benchmarks for ethical lending through its Islamic nano-financing platform Hakeem. As a subsidiary of Walee Technologies, the firm launched the country’s first Shariah compliant digital nano-financing service based on a Tawarruq commodity trade structure. This model bridges a financing gap affecting more than half of the population by delivering interest free micro-loans aligned with religious principles. Leveraging advanced AI enabled credit scoring and a mobile first interface, Hakeem reached over one million users in its inaugural year while maintaining strong repayment performance. The platform underscores transparency and inclusivity by integrating centuries old Islamic finance doctrine with modern technology. Recognition at the Singapore FinTech Festival and the Innovation in Lending Asia 2025 award affirm Walee Financial Services’ role as a pioneer in responsible digital finance and its commitment to expanding access to capital for underserved communities in emerging markets.
About GFM Review
Global Financial Market Review (GFM) is an online news portal that is focused on the financial industry. It has been developed to deliver informative and independent news from around the world. The articles on GFM are both sourced from a number of independent news sources as well as written in-house. This is reflected in the quality and insight that the portal delivers to readers. GFM readership is comprised of decision makers from global businesses including FT100 and Fortune 500 companies as well as high net worth individuals.