Euroclear today announced the appointment of Usman Ahmad as Head of Digital Assets, a newly created and dedicated role, effective immediately.

Usman Ahmad most recently served as Co-founding Chief Executive Officer of Zodia Markets, where he built the institutional digital asset brokerage. Prior to this, he played a key role in growing OSL, one of the world’s first regulated digital asset market participants. Earlier in his career, Usman spent more than 17 years in senior capital markets technology leadership roles at HSBC and Merrill Lynch, working across all major asset classes, functions and geographies.

Sebastien Danloy, Chief Business Officer, Euroclear said:

“We are so pleased to welcome Usman to Euroclear. His experience across both traditional financial markets and digital assets will be an important asset as we continue to develop our digital capabilities and support our clients in a rapidly evolving market.”

Usman Ahmad, Head of Digital Assets, Euroclear added:

“I am excited to join Euroclear at such an important time contributing to the next phase of the company’s digital asset journey. Euroclear plays a central role in financial markets, and I look forward to working with colleagues, clients and market participants to develop solutions that deliver long-term value.”