Among this week's notable executive moves, TradeLocker named Dom Bradley the new CEO.
Elsewhere, smartTrade Technologies named Christophe Montane as its new Chief Commercial Officer, among other moves.
smartTrade Technologies appoints new CCO
Among this week’s executive moves, smartTrade Technologies appointed
Christophe Montane as its new Chief Commercial Officer. This leadership change
followed a significant investment by TA Associates in April, aimed at
accelerating smartTrade’s expansion in key financial markets around the globe.
Christophe Montane, Source: LinkedIn
Based in New York, Montane will oversee the company’s global
sales and marketing operations, spearheading growth initiatives through a
combination of organic development and strategic acquisitions.
LMAX Group has appointed Ilya Khazen, a former executive at
Goldman Sachs and Societe Generale, to lead cross-asset sales across the
Americas as it intensifies its focus on the US market. The London-based
institutional trading platform created a new role for Khazen, who will be based
in New York.
Ilya Khazen, Source: LinkedIn
In this position, Khazen will manage sales of LMAX’s
combined foreign exchange and digital asset products to institutional clients,
reporting to Chris Knight, head of LMAX Digital, the company’s crypto trading
division.
Also this week, fintech investment firm Deus X Capital appointed Dom
Bradley as the new CEO of TradeLocker, the group’s trading platform provider
focused on online brokers and proprietary trading firms.
Dom Bradley, Source: LinkedIn
Bradley brings
extensive experience to the role, having previously worked as Regional CTO and
Head of Client Platform Technology at IG Group.TradeLocker is part of the Deus X Capital portfolio
and aims to develop FX trading platforms.
Still with fintech, Broadridge hired Munish Gautam from
JPMorgan Chase as Global Head of Trading Platforms, Product Management within
its Trading & Connectivity Solutions division.
Based in London, Gautam will
lead the integration of Broadridge’s trading platform suite, reporting to Brian
Pomraning, the unit's Chief Product Officer.
Munish Gautam, Source: LinkedIn
Gautam brings over 25 years of experience in trading
platforms and product management, having spent more than 15 years at JPMorgan,
where he was an executive director and led cash equities product management for
global trading platforms.
Swissquote’s Michela
Pollini exits directorship role
Meanwhile, Swissquote officially terminated Michela Pollini’s
directorship, according to a UK Companies House filing this week.
The decision was authorised by an appointed representative, following standard
corporate procedures.
Michela Pollini, Source: LinkedIn
Pollini worked at Swissquote’s London office for nearly 11
years, most recently serving as Head of Sales and Operations for almost four
years. Her role covered sourcing, international sales, and strategic
operations.
We also learned exclusively that Hantec Markets reshuffled
three senior management roles, including one internal promotion and two new
hires. Norayr Djerrahian was promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, while Tim
Hughes and Vivek Mehta were appointed Chief Strategy Officer and Chief
Technology Officer, respectively.
Hughes and Mehta joined Hantec in early July, with Hughes
succeeding Djerrahian as Chief Strategy Officer. Based in Dubai, Djerrahian has
been with the broker for six years and will focus on capitalizing on
opportunities in regions like Latin America.
Crypto.com names former LegacyFX exec as GM of Cyprus unit
Lastly, Crypto.com appointed Michael Floros as General
Manager of its Cyprus business following its acquisition of A.N. Allnew
Investments Ltd, a CySEC-licensed investment firm. Floros previously served as
Executive Director and General Manager at A.N. Allnew Investments for eight
years.
Michael Floros, Source: LinkedIn
The appointment followed Crypto.com securing a Markets in
Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) license through the acquisition of the
Cyprus-based firm. This license, issued by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange
Commission (CySEC), allows Crypto.com to offer a broader range of regulated
financial products.
Among this week’s executive moves, smartTrade Technologies appointed
Christophe Montane as its new Chief Commercial Officer. This leadership change
followed a significant investment by TA Associates in April, aimed at
accelerating smartTrade’s expansion in key financial markets around the globe.
Christophe Montane, Source: LinkedIn
Based in New York, Montane will oversee the company’s global
sales and marketing operations, spearheading growth initiatives through a
combination of organic development and strategic acquisitions.
LMAX Group has appointed Ilya Khazen, a former executive at
Goldman Sachs and Societe Generale, to lead cross-asset sales across the
Americas as it intensifies its focus on the US market. The London-based
institutional trading platform created a new role for Khazen, who will be based
in New York.
Ilya Khazen, Source: LinkedIn
In this position, Khazen will manage sales of LMAX’s
combined foreign exchange and digital asset products to institutional clients,
reporting to Chris Knight, head of LMAX Digital, the company’s crypto trading
division.
Also this week, fintech investment firm Deus X Capital appointed Dom
Bradley as the new CEO of TradeLocker, the group’s trading platform provider
focused on online brokers and proprietary trading firms.
Dom Bradley, Source: LinkedIn
Bradley brings
extensive experience to the role, having previously worked as Regional CTO and
Head of Client Platform Technology at IG Group.TradeLocker is part of the Deus X Capital portfolio
and aims to develop FX trading platforms.
Still with fintech, Broadridge hired Munish Gautam from
JPMorgan Chase as Global Head of Trading Platforms, Product Management within
its Trading & Connectivity Solutions division.
Based in London, Gautam will
lead the integration of Broadridge’s trading platform suite, reporting to Brian
Pomraning, the unit's Chief Product Officer.
Munish Gautam, Source: LinkedIn
Gautam brings over 25 years of experience in trading
platforms and product management, having spent more than 15 years at JPMorgan,
where he was an executive director and led cash equities product management for
global trading platforms.
Swissquote’s Michela
Pollini exits directorship role
Meanwhile, Swissquote officially terminated Michela Pollini’s
directorship, according to a UK Companies House filing this week.
The decision was authorised by an appointed representative, following standard
corporate procedures.
Michela Pollini, Source: LinkedIn
Pollini worked at Swissquote’s London office for nearly 11
years, most recently serving as Head of Sales and Operations for almost four
years. Her role covered sourcing, international sales, and strategic
operations.
We also learned exclusively that Hantec Markets reshuffled
three senior management roles, including one internal promotion and two new
hires. Norayr Djerrahian was promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, while Tim
Hughes and Vivek Mehta were appointed Chief Strategy Officer and Chief
Technology Officer, respectively.
Hughes and Mehta joined Hantec in early July, with Hughes
succeeding Djerrahian as Chief Strategy Officer. Based in Dubai, Djerrahian has
been with the broker for six years and will focus on capitalizing on
opportunities in regions like Latin America.
Crypto.com names former LegacyFX exec as GM of Cyprus unit
Lastly, Crypto.com appointed Michael Floros as General
Manager of its Cyprus business following its acquisition of A.N. Allnew
Investments Ltd, a CySEC-licensed investment firm. Floros previously served as
Executive Director and General Manager at A.N. Allnew Investments for eight
years.
Michael Floros, Source: LinkedIn
The appointment followed Crypto.com securing a Markets in
Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) license through the acquisition of the
Cyprus-based firm. This license, issued by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange
Commission (CySEC), allows Crypto.com to offer a broader range of regulated
financial products.
Digital Prime Broker GCEX Recruits CoinW Executive for MENA Push
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.
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