Bonfield will helm BidX Markets' financial operations, covering planning, reporting, and analysis.
Previously, he concluded his eight-year tenure as CFO at Valutrades.
BidX Markets, a multi-asset liquidity and B2B
trading technology provider, has disclosed the appointment of Liam Bonfield as
its latest Chief Finance Officer.
BidX Markets Appoints New CFO
Bonfield, known for his financial expertise and
strategic acumen, is set to guide BidX Markets in its financial endeavors,
aiming for sustained growth and achievement.
Assuming his new position, Bonfield will oversee the
entirety of BidX Markets' financial operations, encompassing financial
planning, reporting, and analysis.
The Founder and CEO of BidX Markets, Simon Blackledge,
expressed his excitement about the valuable addition to the executive team: “We are delighted to welcome Bonfield as our new chief finance
officer. His extensive expertise and strategic vision will be
instrumental in supporting BidX Markets’ growth trajectory as we continue to
expand our global footprint and enhance our innovative trading solutions for
brokers, family offices or hedge funds."
Bonfield's Departure: A Shift in Valutrades' Financial
Leadership
Bonfield's journey at Valutrades commenced in April 2016
when he assumed the role of CFO at the company's London offices. Prior to his
tenure at Valutrades, he held the position of Finance Director at GMO-Z.com, a
London-based firm that has since closed its operations, from October 2013 to
April 2016.
Before his time at GMO-Z.com, Bonfield spent over six years
at London Capital Group where he held various roles including Financial
Accountant and Middle Office Manager. His professional journey traces back to
mid-2001 when he embarked on his career, working as an accountant for several
firms, including HSB Engineering Insurance and IFPI.
Graeme Watkins, the CEO of Valutrades, acknowledged
Bonfield's contributions: "We would not have been able to achieve
everything we have done without him and wish him all the best on his future
endeavors."
BidX Markets, a multi-asset liquidity and B2B
trading technology provider, has disclosed the appointment of Liam Bonfield as
its latest Chief Finance Officer.
BidX Markets Appoints New CFO
Bonfield, known for his financial expertise and
strategic acumen, is set to guide BidX Markets in its financial endeavors,
aiming for sustained growth and achievement.
Assuming his new position, Bonfield will oversee the
entirety of BidX Markets' financial operations, encompassing financial
planning, reporting, and analysis.
The Founder and CEO of BidX Markets, Simon Blackledge,
expressed his excitement about the valuable addition to the executive team: “We are delighted to welcome Bonfield as our new chief finance
officer. His extensive expertise and strategic vision will be
instrumental in supporting BidX Markets’ growth trajectory as we continue to
expand our global footprint and enhance our innovative trading solutions for
brokers, family offices or hedge funds."
Bonfield's Departure: A Shift in Valutrades' Financial
Leadership
Bonfield's journey at Valutrades commenced in April 2016
when he assumed the role of CFO at the company's London offices. Prior to his
tenure at Valutrades, he held the position of Finance Director at GMO-Z.com, a
London-based firm that has since closed its operations, from October 2013 to
April 2016.
Before his time at GMO-Z.com, Bonfield spent over six years
at London Capital Group where he held various roles including Financial
Accountant and Middle Office Manager. His professional journey traces back to
mid-2001 when he embarked on his career, working as an accountant for several
firms, including HSB Engineering Insurance and IFPI.
Graeme Watkins, the CEO of Valutrades, acknowledged
Bonfield's contributions: "We would not have been able to achieve
everything we have done without him and wish him all the best on his future
endeavors."
Bank of London Product Head: “Clients Don’t Want to Wait for Cutoff Times” On-Chain
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
