The job listing spans London, Barcelona, and Dubai, suggesting the company is seeking both talent and regulatory flexibility across multiple regions.
However, the company may face regulatory hurdles in the UK, where the Financial Conduct Authority has banned crypto derivatives for retail users since 2021.
A recent hiring post may have just unveiled Revolut’s
next big move in the crypto space: a full-scale expansion into derivatives
trading. The fintech firm is preparing to build this business from scratch,
even as it navigates regulatory uncertainty in its home market.
From Trading App to Derivatives Platform
Revolut’s recent job listing for a “General Manager
(Crypto Derivatives)” hints at an ambitious project. The role would oversee the
development of a new derivatives offering, from designing the trading
infrastructure to securing regulatory approvals and crafting a commercial
strategy.
The company aims to create a “trusted, scalable, and profitable” platform, potentially tapping into its 50 million global users. The job posting spans London, Barcelona, and Dubai, suggesting that Revolut is casting a wide net for talent and regulatory clarity.
Source: Revolut
While still in early recruitment stages, the company's effort could be a part of its broader strategy to grow crypto services,
especially for institutional clients.
However, Revolut’s derivatives plan may face a critical
roadblock at home. The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has banned crypto
derivatives for retail investors since 2021. This limits Revolut’s options
unless it restricts access to professional clients.
The listing’s preference for candidates familiar with
European Union financial rules and Revolut’s active hiring in Dubai suggests
those regions may be the initial launch pads.
“As General Manager (Crypto Derivatives), you’ll own the
business end-to-end from product architecture and trading infrastructure to
commercial strategy, regulatory setup, and operational execution. You’ll take
this from zero to scale with a mandate to build one of the most trusted,
scalable, and profitable derivatives offerings in the world.”
Regulators May Complicate UK Launch
This move comes at a time when Revolut’s crypto unit
plays an increasingly central role in its financial performance. In May 2024,
the company launched Revolut X, a desktop trading platform for seasoned crypto
users.
With support for over 100 tokens and low fees, the
exchange has already established itself as a key piece of Revolut’s crypto
expansion. A mobile version is expected in 2025.
These developments have contributed to strong
financial results. Revolut more than doubled its pre-tax profit in 2024 to £1
billion ($1.3 billion), driven by a surge in trading activity and customer
growth.
The company also committed to a €1 billion investment
in France and applied for a banking license there, reinforcing its European
ambitions.
A recent hiring post may have just unveiled Revolut’s
next big move in the crypto space: a full-scale expansion into derivatives
trading. The fintech firm is preparing to build this business from scratch,
even as it navigates regulatory uncertainty in its home market.
From Trading App to Derivatives Platform
Revolut’s recent job listing for a “General Manager
(Crypto Derivatives)” hints at an ambitious project. The role would oversee the
development of a new derivatives offering, from designing the trading
infrastructure to securing regulatory approvals and crafting a commercial
strategy.
The company aims to create a “trusted, scalable, and profitable” platform, potentially tapping into its 50 million global users. The job posting spans London, Barcelona, and Dubai, suggesting that Revolut is casting a wide net for talent and regulatory clarity.
Source: Revolut
While still in early recruitment stages, the company's effort could be a part of its broader strategy to grow crypto services,
especially for institutional clients.
However, Revolut’s derivatives plan may face a critical
roadblock at home. The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has banned crypto
derivatives for retail investors since 2021. This limits Revolut’s options
unless it restricts access to professional clients.
The listing’s preference for candidates familiar with
European Union financial rules and Revolut’s active hiring in Dubai suggests
those regions may be the initial launch pads.
“As General Manager (Crypto Derivatives), you’ll own the
business end-to-end from product architecture and trading infrastructure to
commercial strategy, regulatory setup, and operational execution. You’ll take
this from zero to scale with a mandate to build one of the most trusted,
scalable, and profitable derivatives offerings in the world.”
Regulators May Complicate UK Launch
This move comes at a time when Revolut’s crypto unit
plays an increasingly central role in its financial performance. In May 2024,
the company launched Revolut X, a desktop trading platform for seasoned crypto
users.
With support for over 100 tokens and low fees, the
exchange has already established itself as a key piece of Revolut’s crypto
expansion. A mobile version is expected in 2025.
These developments have contributed to strong
financial results. Revolut more than doubled its pre-tax profit in 2024 to £1
billion ($1.3 billion), driven by a surge in trading activity and customer
growth.
The company also committed to a €1 billion investment
in France and applied for a banking license there, reinforcing its European
ambitions.
United Fintech Scores Sixth Backer Days After Barclays Deal
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
