Also making headlines are the executive appointments, promotions, and departures from TopFX, Bybit, Admirals, Amega, Alpha Group, Nium, Blackbull, and Skilling.
In this week's executive move segment, we bring you notable appointments, promotions, and exits across the forex, CFD, and fintech space. TopFX appointed OneRoyal's former executive as Chief
Marketing Officer; Bybit enlisted Chris Aruliah as the Head of the
Institutional Division; while Admirals' veteran Eugene Danishkin took on the role of Head of B2B
at NAGA after three years.
Elsewhere, former Moneta Markets and IronFX Business
Development Manager switched brokers; At Alpha Group, ex-Travelex CEO will
Succeed Morgan Tillbrook as Cyprus' Former Transport Minister Marios
Demetriades ends his six-year tenure on FxPro Board; Nium bolstered its leadership with a new CFO and
Compliance Chief; Skilling promoted CFO George Kyriakoudes as interim CEO; and Benjamin Boulter left Blackbull Markets after six years.
Executive Moves of the Week
TopFX Appoints OneRoyal's Former Executive as New Chief Marketing Officer
Starting our weekly executive move highlights, Vince De Castro was appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer at the Cyprus-based forex and CFD brokerage firm TopFX. De Castro was previously the CMO of OneRoyal before exiting to start a marketing agency. He has a remarkable career background and leadership roles at notable companies. Until 2022, De Castro was the Chief Marketing Officer at AlleoTech Ltd and also served in the same capacity at FXPRIMUS.
De Castro commented about the new appointment: “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined TopFX as Chief Marketing Officer. TopFX is strategically positioned in the forex industry, and I’m fortunate to be working alongside a talented team committed to excellence. Looking forward to what we’ll build together. Exciting days are ahead.”
Bybit Enlists Chris Aruliah as the New Head of the Institutional Division
Bybit appointed Chris Aruliah, a seasoned professional from Bitstamp and BCB, as the new Head of Institution. With a background in both cryptocurrency and traditional trading, Aruliah is expected to identify new opportunities and foster strong relationships with hedge funds, asset managers, and market makers in his new role.
Aruliah will also guide the company through the complexities of institutional investment. According to his statement in the official announcement, he anticipates the new role to allow him to combine his previous leadership experience with Bybit's technology and services.
Admirals Veteran Takes on Head of B2B Role at NAGA after 3 Years
Eugene Danishkin announced that he is starting a new role as Head of B2B at NAGA, marking a career shift after three years at Admirals. During his tenure at the company, Danishkin served as Head of Partnership and Business Development.
He was responsible for global B2B sales and acted as Product Owner for B2B operations, trading incentives, and copy trading/asset management products. His work involved managing cross-functional teams and overseeing social media marketing initiatives.
Former Moneta Markets and IronFX Business Development Manager Switches Brokers
After collaborating with several popular retail brokerage brands from Cyprus and trying his hand at his own business, Gabriel Podașcă joined FX/CFD broker Amega as a Business Development Manager. This marks his return to the industry after nearly a year's break.
Amega is an FX/CFD broker licensed in Cyprus, the UK, and Mauritius that targets retail traders. As the new Business Development Manager, Podașcă will focus on introducing brokers and helping them build their affiliate networks rather than working with retailers.
Alpha Group’s Leadership Change: Ex-Travelex CEO to Succeed Morgan Tillbrook
Morgan Tillbrook stepped down as the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Alpha Group International after more than 15 years in the role. He will continue until December 31, 2024, after which Clive Kahn will replace him.
Kahn is an FX and payments industry veteran with more than three decades of experience working with financial services companies. He joined the AlphaFX board as Chair at the beginning of 2017, making him well-acquainted with the company’s operations.
Morgan Tillbrook, CEO of Alpha Group; Source: LinkedIn
Cyprus' Former Transport Minister Marios Demetriades Ends Six-Year Tenure on FxPro Board
Marios Demetriades, the former Cyprus Minister of Transport, stepped down from his positions on the boards of FxPro Group, marking the end of his more than six-year tenure with the company. This resignation includes his departure from FxPro's FCA-licensed entity in the UK, among other group subsidiaries.
Demetriades first joined FxPro's boards in 2018, following his time as Cyprus' Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works. During his tenure at the firm, he oversaw the company's governance. His leadership experience, rooted in both government and private sectors, was key in FxPro's strategic decision-making processes.
Nium Bolsters Leadership with New CFO and Compliance Chief
Nium appointed Andre Mancl as Chief Financial Officer and Philip Doyle as Chief Compliance Officer. These additions happened as the Singpore-based fintech giant accelerates its expansion efforts and focuses on enhancing its global operations.
Andre Mancl, previously Chief Financial Officer at ChowNow, will now oversee Nium's financial strategies, including planning, treasury, and investor relations. His background in investment banking and technology positions him to drive Nium's financial growth and efficiency.
Skilling Promotes CFO George Kyriakoudes to Interim CEO
Skilling, a Cyprus-based forex and contracts for differences broker, appointed George Kyriakoudes as the Interim CEO, temporarily filling the top role. Kyriakoudes has been promoted from his position as the broker's Chief Financial Officer, which he held for the past eight months.
The appointment followed Michael Kamerman's departure as CEO of Skilling earlier this year. Kamerman has since joined the Czech prop trading firm FTMO as the CEO of its brokerage unit. However, FTMO has yet to launch its brokerage operations.
George Kyriakoudes, Interim CEO at Skilling; Source: LinkedIn
Benjamin Boulter Leaves Blackbull Markets after 6 Years.
Benjamin Boulter left his position as the Chief Strategy Officer at Blackbull Markets after spending about six years with the retail forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) broker. Based in New Zealand, he was responsible for developing and executing the company's overall strategic direction.
Announcing his departure on LinkedIn, he highlighted that he intends “to embark on a new adventure.” However, he did not provide any details of his next move, adding: “I'm excited, but I can't say any more for now.”
In this week's executive move segment, we bring you notable appointments, promotions, and exits across the forex, CFD, and fintech space. TopFX appointed OneRoyal's former executive as Chief
Marketing Officer; Bybit enlisted Chris Aruliah as the Head of the
Institutional Division; while Admirals' veteran Eugene Danishkin took on the role of Head of B2B
at NAGA after three years.
Elsewhere, former Moneta Markets and IronFX Business
Development Manager switched brokers; At Alpha Group, ex-Travelex CEO will
Succeed Morgan Tillbrook as Cyprus' Former Transport Minister Marios
Demetriades ends his six-year tenure on FxPro Board; Nium bolstered its leadership with a new CFO and
Compliance Chief; Skilling promoted CFO George Kyriakoudes as interim CEO; and Benjamin Boulter left Blackbull Markets after six years.
Executive Moves of the Week
TopFX Appoints OneRoyal's Former Executive as New Chief Marketing Officer
Starting our weekly executive move highlights, Vince De Castro was appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer at the Cyprus-based forex and CFD brokerage firm TopFX. De Castro was previously the CMO of OneRoyal before exiting to start a marketing agency. He has a remarkable career background and leadership roles at notable companies. Until 2022, De Castro was the Chief Marketing Officer at AlleoTech Ltd and also served in the same capacity at FXPRIMUS.
De Castro commented about the new appointment: “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined TopFX as Chief Marketing Officer. TopFX is strategically positioned in the forex industry, and I’m fortunate to be working alongside a talented team committed to excellence. Looking forward to what we’ll build together. Exciting days are ahead.”
Bybit Enlists Chris Aruliah as the New Head of the Institutional Division
Bybit appointed Chris Aruliah, a seasoned professional from Bitstamp and BCB, as the new Head of Institution. With a background in both cryptocurrency and traditional trading, Aruliah is expected to identify new opportunities and foster strong relationships with hedge funds, asset managers, and market makers in his new role.
Aruliah will also guide the company through the complexities of institutional investment. According to his statement in the official announcement, he anticipates the new role to allow him to combine his previous leadership experience with Bybit's technology and services.
Admirals Veteran Takes on Head of B2B Role at NAGA after 3 Years
Eugene Danishkin announced that he is starting a new role as Head of B2B at NAGA, marking a career shift after three years at Admirals. During his tenure at the company, Danishkin served as Head of Partnership and Business Development.
He was responsible for global B2B sales and acted as Product Owner for B2B operations, trading incentives, and copy trading/asset management products. His work involved managing cross-functional teams and overseeing social media marketing initiatives.
Former Moneta Markets and IronFX Business Development Manager Switches Brokers
After collaborating with several popular retail brokerage brands from Cyprus and trying his hand at his own business, Gabriel Podașcă joined FX/CFD broker Amega as a Business Development Manager. This marks his return to the industry after nearly a year's break.
Amega is an FX/CFD broker licensed in Cyprus, the UK, and Mauritius that targets retail traders. As the new Business Development Manager, Podașcă will focus on introducing brokers and helping them build their affiliate networks rather than working with retailers.
Alpha Group’s Leadership Change: Ex-Travelex CEO to Succeed Morgan Tillbrook
Morgan Tillbrook stepped down as the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Alpha Group International after more than 15 years in the role. He will continue until December 31, 2024, after which Clive Kahn will replace him.
Kahn is an FX and payments industry veteran with more than three decades of experience working with financial services companies. He joined the AlphaFX board as Chair at the beginning of 2017, making him well-acquainted with the company’s operations.
Morgan Tillbrook, CEO of Alpha Group; Source: LinkedIn
Cyprus' Former Transport Minister Marios Demetriades Ends Six-Year Tenure on FxPro Board
Marios Demetriades, the former Cyprus Minister of Transport, stepped down from his positions on the boards of FxPro Group, marking the end of his more than six-year tenure with the company. This resignation includes his departure from FxPro's FCA-licensed entity in the UK, among other group subsidiaries.
Demetriades first joined FxPro's boards in 2018, following his time as Cyprus' Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works. During his tenure at the firm, he oversaw the company's governance. His leadership experience, rooted in both government and private sectors, was key in FxPro's strategic decision-making processes.
Nium Bolsters Leadership with New CFO and Compliance Chief
Nium appointed Andre Mancl as Chief Financial Officer and Philip Doyle as Chief Compliance Officer. These additions happened as the Singpore-based fintech giant accelerates its expansion efforts and focuses on enhancing its global operations.
Andre Mancl, previously Chief Financial Officer at ChowNow, will now oversee Nium's financial strategies, including planning, treasury, and investor relations. His background in investment banking and technology positions him to drive Nium's financial growth and efficiency.
Skilling Promotes CFO George Kyriakoudes to Interim CEO
Skilling, a Cyprus-based forex and contracts for differences broker, appointed George Kyriakoudes as the Interim CEO, temporarily filling the top role. Kyriakoudes has been promoted from his position as the broker's Chief Financial Officer, which he held for the past eight months.
The appointment followed Michael Kamerman's departure as CEO of Skilling earlier this year. Kamerman has since joined the Czech prop trading firm FTMO as the CEO of its brokerage unit. However, FTMO has yet to launch its brokerage operations.
George Kyriakoudes, Interim CEO at Skilling; Source: LinkedIn
Benjamin Boulter Leaves Blackbull Markets after 6 Years.
Benjamin Boulter left his position as the Chief Strategy Officer at Blackbull Markets after spending about six years with the retail forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) broker. Based in New Zealand, he was responsible for developing and executing the company's overall strategic direction.
Announcing his departure on LinkedIn, he highlighted that he intends “to embark on a new adventure.” However, he did not provide any details of his next move, adding: “I'm excited, but I can't say any more for now.”
Markets.com Names New Head of Compliance After eToro and FOREX.com Stints
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
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#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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