Executive moves that dominated the week's news for the forex, crypto and fintech industries.
As we enter the month of October and await winter, we observe a reversal from last week and experience a marginal increase in the number of new executives being onboard in the forex, crypto, and fintech industries. Let’s review this uptick with the executives who have taken on recent roles and challenges in our executive moves roundup of the week.
Executive Moves of the Week
Jason Nabi
Ex-Big Banks Executive Joins GCEX for Strategic Expansion
After
spending over thirty years in organizations such as the International Securities Services Association (ISSA) and Euroclear as well
as major banks including Societe Generale and HSBC, industry professional Jason
Nabi has joined GCEX. Nabi, located in the UK, will concentrate on driving growth
from institutional and professional clients. His appointment comes as the prime
brokerage firm aims to expand its global presence.
Nabi
brings a wealth of senior leadership experience to GCEX, spanning institutional
capital markets, digital assets, and digital Financial Market Infrastructures. His career has seen him in leadership roles at several major firms,
including Bosonic, where he was the Chief Revenue Officer, as well as
Paxos, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Bloomberg, and IBM.
ACY Securities Appoints Alchaar
as Chief Economist
ACY
Securities, a global multi-asset CFD broker, has welcomed Dr Nedal Alchaar as
the Chief Economist for their MENA team. Dr Alchaar is a renowned figure in
finance, economics, and academia, with a rich background that includes serving
as the Minister of Economy and Trade in Syria.
He has also
been an adjunct professor at George Washington University and has received
multiple accolades, including nominations for the Nobel Prize. ACY Securities
believes that Dr Alchaar's expertise will significantly benefit their clients
and keep the company at the forefront of industry innovation.
Volker Steuer
Deutsche Bank Appoints New
Head of Human Resources
Deutsche
Bank has named Volker Steuer as its new Head of Human Resources. Steuer, who
has been with the bank for over 30 years, will report to Rebecca Short, a Member
of the Management Board and the Group's Chief Operating Officer.
The
appointment is part of Deutsche Bank's ongoing transformation, and Steuer aims
to focus on evolving the workforce to meet changing client expectations and
market conditions.
ClearBank Group Holdings
Expands Board for Global Growth
ClearBank
Group Holdings has announced the appointment of four new non-executive
directors as it gears up for international expansion. The new appointees
include Peter Herbert as the Group Chair, Tim Wade as the Senior Independent Director,
Richard Anderson as the Group Chair of the Risk Committee, and Susanne Hannestad as a Non-Executive Director.
The new
board members bring a wealth of experience in banking, payments, and business
transformation. Peter Herbert previously served as the Chair for the Bank of Ireland (UK) and Zopa Bank. Tim Wade has senior management experience
with Royal Bank of Canada Europe Ltd and Virgin Money PLC. Richard Anderson and
Susanne Hannestad also bring specialized skills in risk management and global
operations, respectively.
The appointments are expected to significantly
contribute to ClearBank's international growth plans over the next year.
Swati Saxena Joins ADSS as
SRM
The FC/CFDs industry veteran with over 15 years of experience, Swati Saxena, informed this
week that she had joined ADSS as the Senior Relationship Manager (SRM). Previously, Saxena
worked for almost three years for INFINOX Global in the Institutional Sales and Business
Development Department.
In the past,
Saxena was associated with CFI, Windsor Brokers, Hantec Markets, X Open Hub. Her first known position was at BGC Partners where she spent more than five years.
Goldman Sachs Appoints New
Head for Australia and New Zealand ECM
Goldman
Sachs has named Aaron Lamshed as the new head of equity capital markets
advisory for Australia and New Zealand. The appointment comes as the bank's
existing ECM Chief, Ian Taylor, steps aside to take on a corporate role.
The change
is part of a series of shifts in the bank's upper management in the region.
Laser Digital Strengthens Leadership with Hideaki Kudo's Appointment
Laser
Digital has announced the appointment
of Hideaki Kudo as a Representative Director and the Head of Laser's newly
established Tokyo office.
Hideaki
Kudo brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served
as an Executive Director at Nomura's Digital Company. In this role, he was
responsible for shaping Nomura's digital asset strategy. He supervised critical
projects such as the development of security tokens for the Nomura Group and
orchestrated the launch of the first real estate security token offering in Japan.
Before
joining the Digital Company, Kudo held the position of Senior Portfolio Manager
at Nomura Asset Management, contributing
to the Nomura Group's success since 2007.
As we enter the month of October and await winter, we observe a reversal from last week and experience a marginal increase in the number of new executives being onboard in the forex, crypto, and fintech industries. Let’s review this uptick with the executives who have taken on recent roles and challenges in our executive moves roundup of the week.
Executive Moves of the Week
Jason Nabi
Ex-Big Banks Executive Joins GCEX for Strategic Expansion
After
spending over thirty years in organizations such as the International Securities Services Association (ISSA) and Euroclear as well
as major banks including Societe Generale and HSBC, industry professional Jason
Nabi has joined GCEX. Nabi, located in the UK, will concentrate on driving growth
from institutional and professional clients. His appointment comes as the prime
brokerage firm aims to expand its global presence.
Nabi
brings a wealth of senior leadership experience to GCEX, spanning institutional
capital markets, digital assets, and digital Financial Market Infrastructures. His career has seen him in leadership roles at several major firms,
including Bosonic, where he was the Chief Revenue Officer, as well as
Paxos, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Bloomberg, and IBM.
ACY Securities Appoints Alchaar
as Chief Economist
ACY
Securities, a global multi-asset CFD broker, has welcomed Dr Nedal Alchaar as
the Chief Economist for their MENA team. Dr Alchaar is a renowned figure in
finance, economics, and academia, with a rich background that includes serving
as the Minister of Economy and Trade in Syria.
He has also
been an adjunct professor at George Washington University and has received
multiple accolades, including nominations for the Nobel Prize. ACY Securities
believes that Dr Alchaar's expertise will significantly benefit their clients
and keep the company at the forefront of industry innovation.
Volker Steuer
Deutsche Bank Appoints New
Head of Human Resources
Deutsche
Bank has named Volker Steuer as its new Head of Human Resources. Steuer, who
has been with the bank for over 30 years, will report to Rebecca Short, a Member
of the Management Board and the Group's Chief Operating Officer.
The
appointment is part of Deutsche Bank's ongoing transformation, and Steuer aims
to focus on evolving the workforce to meet changing client expectations and
market conditions.
ClearBank Group Holdings
Expands Board for Global Growth
ClearBank
Group Holdings has announced the appointment of four new non-executive
directors as it gears up for international expansion. The new appointees
include Peter Herbert as the Group Chair, Tim Wade as the Senior Independent Director,
Richard Anderson as the Group Chair of the Risk Committee, and Susanne Hannestad as a Non-Executive Director.
The new
board members bring a wealth of experience in banking, payments, and business
transformation. Peter Herbert previously served as the Chair for the Bank of Ireland (UK) and Zopa Bank. Tim Wade has senior management experience
with Royal Bank of Canada Europe Ltd and Virgin Money PLC. Richard Anderson and
Susanne Hannestad also bring specialized skills in risk management and global
operations, respectively.
The appointments are expected to significantly
contribute to ClearBank's international growth plans over the next year.
Swati Saxena Joins ADSS as
SRM
The FC/CFDs industry veteran with over 15 years of experience, Swati Saxena, informed this
week that she had joined ADSS as the Senior Relationship Manager (SRM). Previously, Saxena
worked for almost three years for INFINOX Global in the Institutional Sales and Business
Development Department.
In the past,
Saxena was associated with CFI, Windsor Brokers, Hantec Markets, X Open Hub. Her first known position was at BGC Partners where she spent more than five years.
Goldman Sachs Appoints New
Head for Australia and New Zealand ECM
Goldman
Sachs has named Aaron Lamshed as the new head of equity capital markets
advisory for Australia and New Zealand. The appointment comes as the bank's
existing ECM Chief, Ian Taylor, steps aside to take on a corporate role.
The change
is part of a series of shifts in the bank's upper management in the region.
Laser Digital Strengthens Leadership with Hideaki Kudo's Appointment
Laser
Digital has announced the appointment
of Hideaki Kudo as a Representative Director and the Head of Laser's newly
established Tokyo office.
Hideaki
Kudo brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served
as an Executive Director at Nomura's Digital Company. In this role, he was
responsible for shaping Nomura's digital asset strategy. He supervised critical
projects such as the development of security tokens for the Nomura Group and
orchestrated the launch of the first real estate security token offering in Japan.
Before
joining the Digital Company, Kudo held the position of Senior Portfolio Manager
at Nomura Asset Management, contributing
to the Nomura Group's success since 2007.
Coming from a background in English Education, Tom joined Finance Magnates in Autumn 2020, originally as a Content Specialist and Proofreader in his first year. Having completed three successful years with the FM News desk, he has since worked with the team as both an editor and a proofreader.
Previously, he spent almost two decades in the field of education, working around the globe at different institutions and companies, which has influenced him considerably after being immersed in various cultures and business environments.
Now fully developed in this field, he is relishing the challenge of constantly adapting to the ever-changing fintech industry and all the developments that arise.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing and a higher diploma in English Teaching from Cambridge University.
Thomas Kareklas Joins BridgeWise to Lead Expansion Into CFD Broker Segment
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
👉 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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