Today, we're pleased to announce Yuri Mushkin's appointment as Global Chief Risk Officer, reinforcing our commitment to world-class risk management. Based in Singapore, Yuri brings a wealth of expertise to this critical leadership role.
Yuri Mushkin's Professional Background
Yuri joins us from McKinsey Investment Office (MIO) Partners, a premier global investment advisory firm managing over $20 billion across public and private markets. His career spans:
- 20+ years in capital markets and risk management
- Executive roles at Goldman Sachs and McKinsey & Co.
- Deep expertise in traditional and digital asset risk strategies
In his new role, Yuri will:
- Lead our global risk strategy
- Oversee an independent enterprise risk function
- Report directly to the CEO and Board of Directors
Why Risk Management Matters
Strong risk frameworks are core to our DNA. Over the past decade, we've:
- Navigated multiple crypto market cycles
- Earned trust from global regulators and institutions
- Maintained transparency through Proof of Reserves 👉 Explore our monthly reserves
Yuri's appointment underscores our ongoing investment in:
- Customer-first products
- Institutional-grade security
- Global compliance standards
Recent Milestones in Global Expansion
🏦 UAE Launch (October 10)
- First global crypto firm with AED banking rails
- Fully licensed and operational
🦁 Singapore MPI License (September)
- OKX SG approved by MAS
🇪🇺 MiCA Hub in Malta (July)
- Gateway to serve 450M+ EU residents
Commitment to Transparency
We publish verified Proof of Reserves 👉 View our latest attestation to see how we safeguard user funds.
FAQs
Q: What does a Global Chief Risk Officer do?
A: They develop comprehensive risk frameworks, ensuring business resilience across markets and asset classes.
Q: Why was Singapore chosen as Yuri's base?
A: Singapore is a key financial hub with progressive crypto regulations, aligning with our global compliance strategy.
Q: How does Proof of Reserves protect users?
A: It verifies 1:1 backing of customer assets through independent audits.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Crypto assets involve risk—please assess your financial capacity before trading.
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