Also, Liquidnet and OMOA welcomed a new Head of Latin America and Chief Operating Officer for the retail division, respectively. In prop trading, BDSwiss’ former CRO launched a new startup.
Five companies announced major executive changes this week, including the launch of a prop trading firm. Kama Capital promoted Razan Assaf to Deputy CEO; Hantec Markets named Raphael Ferraz as Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM; and OMOA named the Former Fime Director as the new COO for its retail division.
Elsewhere, Liquidnet tapped Eric Blake as Head of Latin America, while BDSwiss’ Former Chief Revenue Officer Andreas Andreou launched a new Prop Trading Platform.
Executive Moves of the Week
Kama Capital Promotes Razan Assaf to Deputy CEO
Kama Capital promoted Razan Assaf to Deputy Chief Executive Officer. Since joining the company at its inception, Razan has reportedly been a key player in shaping its regulatory and operational processes. According to a statement sent to Finance Magnates, her expertise in compliance helped the company obtain vital regulatory licenses, which laid the groundwork for its expansion.
Razan Assaf
According to her LinkedIn profile, Assaf joined Kama Capital as a Compliance Manager and has been with the company for two and a half years. She has worked with other companies in the financial sector, including SPM, Banque Libano, and Blom Bank. Razan AssafIn this role, she will focus on initiatives to strengthen the company’s market presence and expand its fintech capabilities.
Hantec Markets Names Raphael Ferraz as Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM
Forex and CFD brokerage firm Hantec Markets appointed Raphael Marsura Abel Ferraz as its new Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM. With his extensive industry experience, Hantec Markets seeks to leverage Ferraz's expertise to deepen client relationships and bolster its market presence in the region.
Raphael Marsura Abel Ferraz, Source: LinkedIn
"This new role is an incredible opportunity in a company with 34 years of history in the sector, and I'm eager to bring my passion and enthusiasm to the team. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and for the trust placed in me," Ferraz said in a LinkedIn post.
OMOA Names Former Fime Director as New COO for Retail Division
Mathias Estrade joined OMOA as the Chief Operating Officer for the retail division. OMOA is a partner for banks, microfinance institutions, and telecom operators. It provides payment services, electronic processing, management of ATM networks, POS, mobile, mPOS, and embedded payment applications.
Mathias Estrade, OMOA, COO, Source: LinkedIn
His most recent role was at Fime, where he served as Director of Business Consulting from May 2023 to October 2024. During his tenure, Estrade was responsible for developing and implementing strategies to deliver consulting services to banks, fintechs, and merchants, focusing on payments, strategy, and regulatory compliance.
Liquidnet Taps Eric Blake as Head of Latin America
Liquidnet appointed Eric Blake as Head of Latin America to enhance its presence in the region. Blake's extensive experience across domestic and international capital markets makes him an ideal candidate to lead this effort.
Eric Blake, Source: Liquidnet
With over 25 years of industry expertise, the company described Blake as having a combination of skills in electronic trading and institutional client relationships. Previously, he played an important role at BTG Pactual, where he reportedly developed Brazil's first electronic block trading system, connecting local and foreign institutional clients.
Andreas Andreou, who left BDSwiss last month as the Chief Revenue Officer, entered the prop trading space by launching a new platform called thePropTrade.com. Andreou is the founder and co-CEO of this newly launched platform.
Andreas Andreou
“While we are initially concentrating our efforts on these markets, our broader business plan includes a phased expansion to other global regions, including Europe and beyond,” Andreou told Finance Magnates. “Our goal is to provide a robust, accessible platform for a community of traders worldwide, adapting to the unique needs of each region as we grow.”
Five companies announced major executive changes this week, including the launch of a prop trading firm. Kama Capital promoted Razan Assaf to Deputy CEO; Hantec Markets named Raphael Ferraz as Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM; and OMOA named the Former Fime Director as the new COO for its retail division.
Elsewhere, Liquidnet tapped Eric Blake as Head of Latin America, while BDSwiss’ Former Chief Revenue Officer Andreas Andreou launched a new Prop Trading Platform.
Executive Moves of the Week
Kama Capital Promotes Razan Assaf to Deputy CEO
Kama Capital promoted Razan Assaf to Deputy Chief Executive Officer. Since joining the company at its inception, Razan has reportedly been a key player in shaping its regulatory and operational processes. According to a statement sent to Finance Magnates, her expertise in compliance helped the company obtain vital regulatory licenses, which laid the groundwork for its expansion.
Razan Assaf
According to her LinkedIn profile, Assaf joined Kama Capital as a Compliance Manager and has been with the company for two and a half years. She has worked with other companies in the financial sector, including SPM, Banque Libano, and Blom Bank. Razan AssafIn this role, she will focus on initiatives to strengthen the company’s market presence and expand its fintech capabilities.
Hantec Markets Names Raphael Ferraz as Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM
Forex and CFD brokerage firm Hantec Markets appointed Raphael Marsura Abel Ferraz as its new Regional Manager for Brazil and LATAM. With his extensive industry experience, Hantec Markets seeks to leverage Ferraz's expertise to deepen client relationships and bolster its market presence in the region.
Raphael Marsura Abel Ferraz, Source: LinkedIn
"This new role is an incredible opportunity in a company with 34 years of history in the sector, and I'm eager to bring my passion and enthusiasm to the team. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and for the trust placed in me," Ferraz said in a LinkedIn post.
OMOA Names Former Fime Director as New COO for Retail Division
Mathias Estrade joined OMOA as the Chief Operating Officer for the retail division. OMOA is a partner for banks, microfinance institutions, and telecom operators. It provides payment services, electronic processing, management of ATM networks, POS, mobile, mPOS, and embedded payment applications.
Mathias Estrade, OMOA, COO, Source: LinkedIn
His most recent role was at Fime, where he served as Director of Business Consulting from May 2023 to October 2024. During his tenure, Estrade was responsible for developing and implementing strategies to deliver consulting services to banks, fintechs, and merchants, focusing on payments, strategy, and regulatory compliance.
Liquidnet Taps Eric Blake as Head of Latin America
Liquidnet appointed Eric Blake as Head of Latin America to enhance its presence in the region. Blake's extensive experience across domestic and international capital markets makes him an ideal candidate to lead this effort.
Eric Blake, Source: Liquidnet
With over 25 years of industry expertise, the company described Blake as having a combination of skills in electronic trading and institutional client relationships. Previously, he played an important role at BTG Pactual, where he reportedly developed Brazil's first electronic block trading system, connecting local and foreign institutional clients.
Andreas Andreou, who left BDSwiss last month as the Chief Revenue Officer, entered the prop trading space by launching a new platform called thePropTrade.com. Andreou is the founder and co-CEO of this newly launched platform.
Andreas Andreou
“While we are initially concentrating our efforts on these markets, our broader business plan includes a phased expansion to other global regions, including Europe and beyond,” Andreou told Finance Magnates. “Our goal is to provide a robust, accessible platform for a community of traders worldwide, adapting to the unique needs of each region as we grow.”
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @Exness , a global multi-asset broker operating since 2008, known for fast withdrawals, flexible account types, and strong regulatory coverage across multiple regions.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @Exness , a global multi-asset broker operating since 2008, known for fast withdrawals, flexible account types, and strong regulatory coverage across multiple regions.
We break down Exness’s regulatory framework, supported trading platforms including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, and the Exness Trade App, as well as available account types such as Standard, Pro, Zero, and Raw Spread.
You’ll also learn about Exness’s leverage options, fees and commissions, swap-free trading, available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and cryptocurrencies, and what traders can expect in terms of execution, funding speed, and customer support.
Watch the full review to see whether Exness aligns with your trading goals and strategy.
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The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
The FMLS:25 highlights video is now live - a look back at the conversations, the energy on the floor, and the moments that shaped this year’s summit.
While that’s still fresh, the next launches across the FM Events portfolio are already taking shape.
FM Singapore takes place on the 12-14 of May, connecting the APAC market with its own distinct audience and priorities. FMAS:26 heads to Cape Town on 26–27 May shortly after, bringing the focus to Africa’s trading and fintech ecosystem.
Different regions. Different audiences. Same commitment to building the right rooms for meaningful conversations.
More details coming very soon. The launches are imminent. - here you go
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
What sources does the Finance Magnates newsroom rely on before publishing a story? #FinanceNews
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the editorial process: direct industry sources, reports, regulators, social media signals, and thorough cross-checking before anything goes live.
📰 Industry sources
📊 Reports & regulators
🔎 Verification before publication
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
OnePrime’s Jerry Khargi on Infrastructure, Liquidity & Trust | Executive Interview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
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#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this exclusive executive interview features Jerry Khargi, Executive Director at OnePrime, in conversation with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates.
In this in-depth discussion, Jerry shares:
- OnePrime’s journey from a retail-focused business to a global institutional liquidity provider
- What truly sets award-winning trading infrastructure apart
- Key trends shaping institutional trading, including technology and AI
- The importance of transparency, ethics, and reputation in long-term success
- OnePrime’s vision for growth over the next 12–24 months
Fresh from winning Finance Magnates’ Best Trading Infrastructure Broker, Jerry explains how experience, mentorship, and real-world problem solving form the “special sauce” behind OnePrime’s institutional offering.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Trading Infrastructure Broker
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, market insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #OnePrime #InstitutionalTrading #Liquidity #TradingInfrastructure #ExecutiveInterview
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom decide which updates are worth covering? #financenews
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.
What makes an update worth covering in financial media?
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, editorial focus starts with relevance: stories that serve the industry, support brokers and technology providers, and help decision-makers navigate their businesses.
A reminder that strong financial journalism is built on value, not volume.
