Among this week's executive moves, Nidal Abdel Hadi and Rakshit Choudhary both landed CEO roles at CMS and Deriv, respectively.
Crypto.com also appointed former IG Group CEO Kevin Algeo as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets, among other moves.
This week, EXANTE hired Deutsche Bank's former executive Robert Parker as Head of Risk, ADSS's Head of Sales stepped down, Crypto.com added the former IG Group CEO, and Fusion Markets added the Former IG Manager as Head of Sales.
Elsewhere, Fusion Markets named a Former IG Manager as Head of Sales, CMS brought CFI Dubai's former executive as CEO, Deriv’s founder stepped down as top executive, and the SEC appointed a new Acting Inspector General.
EXANTE welcomes Former Deutsche Bank executive as Head of Risk
EXANTE onboarded Robert Parker as Head of Risk, Financial Markets. With over two decades of industry experience, Parker will now step into the London-based role.
Robert Parker, LinkedIn
Parker’s career includes senior positions at major institutions like Deutsche Bank, Sberbank CIB, and BCS Global Markets. His background covers all major risk verticals, including credit, liquidity, operational, and market risk.
Meanwhile, Ammar Bader announced his departure from ADSS in a LinkedIn post shared today (Thursday). He confirmed that he has officially stepped down from his position as Head of Sales.
Ammar Bader, Source: LinkedIn
ADSS is a financial services firm based in the United Arab Emirates. It provides forex and CFD trading for institutional, private, and retail clients.
In the crypto space, Crypto.com appointed former IG Group CEO Kevin Algeo as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets. Algeo spent over a decade at publicly listed IG Group, where he served as CEO of APAC & Africa, and brings 20 years of financial services leadership to the role.
Kevin Algeo, Source: LinkedIn
The announcement comes just one day after the cryptocurrency platform revealed its acquisition of a CySEC-regulated broker and expressed its intention to launch a CFD offering beyond its core products in the second half of the year.
Fusion Markets enlists Former IG Manager to Head of Sales
Torrell Fernandes joined Fusion Markets as Head of Sales. In his post, Fernandes said he had taken some time away from the brokerage industry to focus on family and reset. He added that he is returning to the sector with a new perspective.
Torrell Fernandes, Source: LinkedIn
Before joining Fusion Markets, Fernandes worked at IG Group for nearly five years. He was most recently the Team Lead Manager for Premium Clients for 4 years.
Also, this week, CMS appointed Nidal Abdel Hadi as its new CEO. This change is part of the company’s long-term growth and global expansion plans.
Nidal Abdel Hadi, Source: LinkedIn
Nidal has more than 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. He began his career in Switzerland, where he held senior leadership positions at MIG Bank and Swissquote Bank.
CFD broker Deriv posted Rakshit Choudhary as its sole Chief Executive Officer following the departure of Jean-Yves Sireau from the executive team, FinanceMagnates.com learned. Choudhary and Sireau jointly held the position of co-CEOs.
Rakshit Choudhary, CEO at Deriv
Sireau, the founder of Deriv, is stepping down from his executive role after nearly 25 years at the company. He will continue as the majority shareholder and has already launched a new company focused on AI-driven health optimisation.
The Securities and Exchange Commission enlisted Katherine Reilly as Acting Inspector General, filling a crucial oversight role at the federal financial regulator.
Katherine Reilly, Source: LinkedIn
Lastly, Reilly, who currently serves as Deputy Inspector General, will replace Deborah Jeffrey, who has retired after leading the office since 2023.
Lastly, Sergei Riabov announced his departure from Revolut, where he had worked for almost three years, most recently as the Head of Wealth and Trading.
Sergei Riabov, Source: LinkedIn
Before holding this position, Riabov was Revolut’s Head of Product for Wealth & Trading, based in London. His role included setting product strategy and overseeing operations across the UK, EU, and other international markets such as Singapore, Australia, and the US.
This week, EXANTE hired Deutsche Bank's former executive Robert Parker as Head of Risk, ADSS's Head of Sales stepped down, Crypto.com added the former IG Group CEO, and Fusion Markets added the Former IG Manager as Head of Sales.
Elsewhere, Fusion Markets named a Former IG Manager as Head of Sales, CMS brought CFI Dubai's former executive as CEO, Deriv’s founder stepped down as top executive, and the SEC appointed a new Acting Inspector General.
EXANTE welcomes Former Deutsche Bank executive as Head of Risk
EXANTE onboarded Robert Parker as Head of Risk, Financial Markets. With over two decades of industry experience, Parker will now step into the London-based role.
Robert Parker, LinkedIn
Parker’s career includes senior positions at major institutions like Deutsche Bank, Sberbank CIB, and BCS Global Markets. His background covers all major risk verticals, including credit, liquidity, operational, and market risk.
Meanwhile, Ammar Bader announced his departure from ADSS in a LinkedIn post shared today (Thursday). He confirmed that he has officially stepped down from his position as Head of Sales.
Ammar Bader, Source: LinkedIn
ADSS is a financial services firm based in the United Arab Emirates. It provides forex and CFD trading for institutional, private, and retail clients.
In the crypto space, Crypto.com appointed former IG Group CEO Kevin Algeo as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets. Algeo spent over a decade at publicly listed IG Group, where he served as CEO of APAC & Africa, and brings 20 years of financial services leadership to the role.
Kevin Algeo, Source: LinkedIn
The announcement comes just one day after the cryptocurrency platform revealed its acquisition of a CySEC-regulated broker and expressed its intention to launch a CFD offering beyond its core products in the second half of the year.
Fusion Markets enlists Former IG Manager to Head of Sales
Torrell Fernandes joined Fusion Markets as Head of Sales. In his post, Fernandes said he had taken some time away from the brokerage industry to focus on family and reset. He added that he is returning to the sector with a new perspective.
Torrell Fernandes, Source: LinkedIn
Before joining Fusion Markets, Fernandes worked at IG Group for nearly five years. He was most recently the Team Lead Manager for Premium Clients for 4 years.
Also, this week, CMS appointed Nidal Abdel Hadi as its new CEO. This change is part of the company’s long-term growth and global expansion plans.
Nidal Abdel Hadi, Source: LinkedIn
Nidal has more than 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. He began his career in Switzerland, where he held senior leadership positions at MIG Bank and Swissquote Bank.
CFD broker Deriv posted Rakshit Choudhary as its sole Chief Executive Officer following the departure of Jean-Yves Sireau from the executive team, FinanceMagnates.com learned. Choudhary and Sireau jointly held the position of co-CEOs.
Rakshit Choudhary, CEO at Deriv
Sireau, the founder of Deriv, is stepping down from his executive role after nearly 25 years at the company. He will continue as the majority shareholder and has already launched a new company focused on AI-driven health optimisation.
The Securities and Exchange Commission enlisted Katherine Reilly as Acting Inspector General, filling a crucial oversight role at the federal financial regulator.
Katherine Reilly, Source: LinkedIn
Lastly, Reilly, who currently serves as Deputy Inspector General, will replace Deborah Jeffrey, who has retired after leading the office since 2023.
Lastly, Sergei Riabov announced his departure from Revolut, where he had worked for almost three years, most recently as the Head of Wealth and Trading.
Sergei Riabov, Source: LinkedIn
Before holding this position, Riabov was Revolut’s Head of Product for Wealth & Trading, based in London. His role included setting product strategy and overseeing operations across the UK, EU, and other international markets such as Singapore, Australia, and the US.
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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#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #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
👉 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
👉 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
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.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
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