TRADE.COM's CEO, Roei Gavish, is stepping down, while Veronika Thoma joined XValley as COO.
Elsewhere, SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as Chief Revenue Officer.
New names stepped into big roles this week, while others moved on as companies adjusted their leadership teams. Among them: Veronika Thoma joined XValley as COO, Tickmill brought Erhan Beyaz as Head of Data and Analytics, TRADE.com CEO Roei Gavish stepped down, and SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as Chief Revenue Officer.
Veronika Thoma joined XValley as COO
First, XValley, the Cryprus-based technology for FX and CFD brokers, hired seasoned executive Veronika Thoma as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO). Thoma joined the firm from CPT Markets, where she was the Senior Back Office Manager and later the Head of Back Office.
Veronika Thoma, Source: LinkedIn
Prior to that, she held key operational roles at Exinity and Skilling, gaining expertise in brokerage infrastructure and client management. XValley Technologies specializes in developing proprietary trading solutions that integrate various trading components into a unified platform.
Tickmill brought Erhan Beyaz as Head of Data and Analytics
Online brokerage firmTickmill also made some changes among its executives, enlisting Erhan Beyaz as the new Head of Data and Analytics. Beyaz is an experienced industry expert who worked for notable industry brands such as Equiti Group.
Erhan Beyaz, Source: LinkedIn
Erhan Beyaz's appointment comes as the company expands its presence across various jurisdictions. Some of its key markets include the UK, Cyprus, and the UAE. Beyaz, who holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Manchester, will lead the company's data analytics initiatives to better serve its global clientele.
Elsewhere, Roei Gavish stepped down as CEO of TRADE.com after leading the company for more than 10 years. Following his departure, Gavish took on new roles, including the Executive Chairman of Global Business Development at Jeen.ai.
Roei Gavish, Source: LinkedIn
He is also the Chairman of the Board at Group 107, a position he has held since December 2024. Both roles are based in the Tel Aviv District, Israel. Before joining TRADE.com, Gavish worked at Playtech from August 2010 to April 2014. He was the Head of a Business Unit, overseeing product roadmaps and business operations.
SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as Chief Revenue Officer
SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The experienced industry professional, who previously served as Regional Commercial Director for Latin America at Key To Markets, will now lead revenue initiatives at the Cyprus-based broker.
Marcos Tigsilema, Source: LinkedIn
Tigsilema has more than a decade of experience in the financial markets, having worked at major brokerage firms, including ATFX, GKFX (now Trive), BP Prime, OANDA, and Alpari.
Pepperstone promoted Mariia Erokhina to General Manager of Information Security and Compliance
Lastly, the Australia-based forex and CFD brokerage firm Pepperstone promoted Mariia Erokhina to General Manager, Information Security and Compliance. Erokhina has been with the company for slightly more than a year, initially serving as the Head of IT Security.
Mariia Erokhina, Source: LinkedIn
According to her LinkedIn profile, Erokhina is an experienced IT security expert who has previously worked for notable brands. She joined Pepperstone from Sumsub, where she spent more than two years as the Chief Information Security Officer.
New names stepped into big roles this week, while others moved on as companies adjusted their leadership teams. Among them: Veronika Thoma joined XValley as COO, Tickmill brought Erhan Beyaz as Head of Data and Analytics, TRADE.com CEO Roei Gavish stepped down, and SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as Chief Revenue Officer.
Veronika Thoma joined XValley as COO
First, XValley, the Cryprus-based technology for FX and CFD brokers, hired seasoned executive Veronika Thoma as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO). Thoma joined the firm from CPT Markets, where she was the Senior Back Office Manager and later the Head of Back Office.
Veronika Thoma, Source: LinkedIn
Prior to that, she held key operational roles at Exinity and Skilling, gaining expertise in brokerage infrastructure and client management. XValley Technologies specializes in developing proprietary trading solutions that integrate various trading components into a unified platform.
Tickmill brought Erhan Beyaz as Head of Data and Analytics
Online brokerage firmTickmill also made some changes among its executives, enlisting Erhan Beyaz as the new Head of Data and Analytics. Beyaz is an experienced industry expert who worked for notable industry brands such as Equiti Group.
Erhan Beyaz, Source: LinkedIn
Erhan Beyaz's appointment comes as the company expands its presence across various jurisdictions. Some of its key markets include the UK, Cyprus, and the UAE. Beyaz, who holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Manchester, will lead the company's data analytics initiatives to better serve its global clientele.
Elsewhere, Roei Gavish stepped down as CEO of TRADE.com after leading the company for more than 10 years. Following his departure, Gavish took on new roles, including the Executive Chairman of Global Business Development at Jeen.ai.
Roei Gavish, Source: LinkedIn
He is also the Chairman of the Board at Group 107, a position he has held since December 2024. Both roles are based in the Tel Aviv District, Israel. Before joining TRADE.com, Gavish worked at Playtech from August 2010 to April 2014. He was the Head of a Business Unit, overseeing product roadmaps and business operations.
SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as Chief Revenue Officer
SquaredFinancial appointed Marcos Tigsilema as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The experienced industry professional, who previously served as Regional Commercial Director for Latin America at Key To Markets, will now lead revenue initiatives at the Cyprus-based broker.
Marcos Tigsilema, Source: LinkedIn
Tigsilema has more than a decade of experience in the financial markets, having worked at major brokerage firms, including ATFX, GKFX (now Trive), BP Prime, OANDA, and Alpari.
Pepperstone promoted Mariia Erokhina to General Manager of Information Security and Compliance
Lastly, the Australia-based forex and CFD brokerage firm Pepperstone promoted Mariia Erokhina to General Manager, Information Security and Compliance. Erokhina has been with the company for slightly more than a year, initially serving as the Head of IT Security.
Mariia Erokhina, Source: LinkedIn
According to her LinkedIn profile, Erokhina is an experienced IT security expert who has previously worked for notable brands. She joined Pepperstone from Sumsub, where she spent more than two years as the Chief Information Security Officer.
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.
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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.
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
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Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
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How does the Finance Magnates newsroom handle sensitive updates that may affect a brand?
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom handle sensitive updates that may affect a brand?
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the approach: reaching out before publication, hearing all sides, and making careful, case-by-case decisions with balance and responsibility.
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Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the approach: reaching out before publication, hearing all sides, and making careful, case-by-case decisions with balance and responsibility.
⚖ Balanced reporting
📞 Right of response
📰 Responsible journalism
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Executive Interview | Kieran Duff | Head of UK Growth & Business Development, Darwinex | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Kieran Duff | Head of UK Growth & Business Development, Darwinex | FMLS:25
Here is our conversation with Kieran Duff, who brings a rare dual view of the market as both a broker and a trader at Darwinex.
We begin with his take on the Summit and then turn to broker growth. Kieran shares one quick, practical tip brokers can use right now to improve performance. We also cover the rising spotlight on prop trading and whether it is good or bad for the trading industry.
Kieran explains where Darwinex sits on the CFDs-broker-meets-funding spectrum, and how the model differs from the typical setups seen across the market.
We finish with a look at how he uses AI in his daily workflow — both inside the brokerage and in his own trading.
Here is our conversation with Kieran Duff, who brings a rare dual view of the market as both a broker and a trader at Darwinex.
We begin with his take on the Summit and then turn to broker growth. Kieran shares one quick, practical tip brokers can use right now to improve performance. We also cover the rising spotlight on prop trading and whether it is good or bad for the trading industry.
Kieran explains where Darwinex sits on the CFDs-broker-meets-funding spectrum, and how the model differs from the typical setups seen across the market.
We finish with a look at how he uses AI in his daily workflow — both inside the brokerage and in his own trading.
Why does trust matter in financial news? #TrustedNews #FinanceNews #CapitalMarkets
Why does trust matter in financial news? #TrustedNews #FinanceNews #CapitalMarkets
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, in a world flooded with information, the difference lies in rigorous cross-checking, human scrutiny, and a commitment to publishing only factual, trustworthy reporting.
📰 Verified reporting
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According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, in a world flooded with information, the difference lies in rigorous cross-checking, human scrutiny, and a commitment to publishing only factual, trustworthy reporting.
📰 Verified reporting
🔎 Human-led scrutiny
✅ Facts over noise
