Category: Executives

May 09, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

FCA Fines and Bans Former Shard Capital CEO

Lewis is the founder and ex-managing partner of Shard Capital, a wealth and asset manager. He was at the helm of this brokerage from 2010 to January 2022, according to the Financial Times (FT). The financial watchdog found that Lewis provided inaccurate information on two occasions regarding clients’ cash held by Shard. The former Shard…

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May 01, 2024 BY PureContent

Nick Twidale joins ATFX as Chief Market Analyst

Nick is a highly recognisable figure in the financial services industry. As the previous APAC CEO for FP Markets, GM for IC Markets and Chief Operating Officer at Rakuten Securities Australia and he solidified his reputation as a Forex Trading and broking industry expert. In addition to his extensive professional experience in the broking space,…

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January 05, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Eren Eraslan Appointed As Head of IG’s Northern Europe Unit

The above role allowed him to significantly influence the firm's growth and strategy in these regions. His tenure at IG Deutschland lasted for over a year and eight months, during which he proved his leadership abilities and contributed substantially to the firm's development. Since December 2023, he has taken up the mantle as Head of…

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December 20, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

BP gears up for a new CEO

Looney resigned with immediate effect on 12 September after informing the company he was not completely honest and forthcoming regarding his personal relationships with co-workers. Following an investigation, the British oil giant dismissed Looney on 13 December without notice. Last week, BP announced it withheld approximately $40m in remuneration following the prompt dismissal. Now that…

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December 19, 2023 BY Nick Ranga

SenseTime Group co-founder's death causes shares to plummet

Tang (55 y/o), who passed away on Friday 15 December from an undisclosed illness, was previously the company’s dominant class A shareholder and in charge of the company’s voting structure. SenseTime will now need to regroup and navigate this sudden challenge while mourning the loss of their voting leadership. Don’t miss out on the latest news,…

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December 15, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

TMX Group to Acquire VettaFi

TMX to acquire the remaining ~78% of the common units of VettaFi for US $848m. Deal accelerates long-term growth strategy as well as financial and transformational objectives Increases proportion of revenue from recurring and global sources Adds innovative new client service team and capabilities to GSIA, TMX's fastest-growing segment TMX has announced an agreement to…

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CFI Financial Group
November 27, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

CFI Financial Group secures second UAE license

CFI’s co-founder and Managing Director, Hisham Mansour, observed that the latest acquisition is a testament to its ability to deliver fast, secure and regulated access to financial markets. It also puts a cap on a fine year for a company which offers more than 15,000 tradeable products and enables customers to conduct transactions in stocks…

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November 03, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Revolut appoints Francesca Carlesi as its new UK CEO

Carlesi brings 15 years of experience to the table, having previously held senior positions at Deutsche Bank, Barclays, McKinsey & Co., and Bridgepoint Capital. Revolut indicated to CBNC Tech that the appointment has nothing to do with its application for a UK banking licence. This licence will enable Revolut to offer lending products, such as…

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