Kraken, TradingView and More: Executive Change of the Week
This week has brought improvement compared to last week with fewer leadership positions being filled in fintech, foreign exchange, and cryptocurrencies. There have been significant changes in the financial sector, showcasing the industry’s focus on leadership transitions to drive growth and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Our weekly roundup examines the dynamic changes in the world of fintech, forex, and cryptocurrencies.
Kraken Announces Hiring of Two Executives to Navigate Regulatory Landscape
Kraken has strengthened its leadership to navigate the complex global regulatory landscape. Gilles BianRosa has been named Chief Operating and Products Officer (COO/CPO), leveraging his 20-year veteran product and business leadership. BianRosa will oversee strategy, global operations, product, and design at Kraken. Marcus Hughes, a legal, commercial, and regulatory expert, has been named Global Head of Regulatory Strategies. Hughes will lead Kraken’s global regulatory efforts and connect traditional finance with crypto.
TradingView appoints Oleg Mukhanov as CEO; Denis Globa leaves
London-based co-founder Denis Globa has been replaced by Oleg Mukhanov as the new CEO. Mukhanov brings extensive experience in venture capital and investment banking to his new role.
The Swiss FINMA appoints Stefan Walter as its new CEO
Stefan Walter, former Director General of the European Central Bank, brings extensive experience in international banking supervision to FINMA as its new Chief Executive Officer.
CEO of London Capital Group joins INFINOX as Managing Director
Jana Zdravecka was previously associated with London Capital Group and has now been appointed Managing Director of INFINOX.
Saxo Bank strengthens leadership: appoints new Chief Risk and Compliance Officer
Saxo Bank announced that John Carmichael has been promoted to Chief Risk and Compliance Officer, a significant move within its leadership team.
Markets.com continues leadership transition: appoints new European boss
There was a change in leadership with the appointment of Elena Christodoulou as Head of Europe.
Match-Trade Technologies appoints new head of trading team
Match-Trade Technologies appointed Krzysztof K. Kaplinski as the head of the trading team.
A week of strategic leadership changes
This week we have seen a number of strategic appointments and leadership changes in the financial sector. Fintech is undergoing dynamic change. These leadership changes demonstrate the industry’s commitment to growth and compliance.
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