FNG Exclusive… FNG has learned that Retail FX and CFDs broker EC Markets has hired longtime MetaQuotes executive Fivos Georgiades as the company’s new Executive Director.

Fivos Georgiades, who is based in Cyprus, had been with MT4 / MT5 developer MetaQuotes for the past 15 years, where he led the legal department, managing a wide range of projects and spearheading the company’s global legal strategy.

Matt Smith, CEO and Chairman of EC Markets, commented on Fivos’ hiring,

“We are excited to welcome Fivos to our leadership team. His extensive experience in legal compliance and financial technology makes him an asset for the next phase of our growth. His leadership virtues will be crucial in shaping our strategic direction and reinforcing our commitment to our clients and partners.”

Fivos Georgiades commented,

“It is an honour to join EC Markets at such a dynamic time. The company’s commitment to transparency, innovation, and excellence is fully aligned with my personal values. I look forward to actively contributing to the continued success of the company and the further strengthening of its international presence and development.”

EC Markets operates licensed subsidiaries in London (regulated by the FCA), Australia (ASIC) and South Africa (FSCA), as well as offshore entities in Seychelles and Mauritius. The group is run mainly from the UK, Cyprus, and Dubai, led by London based Group CEO Matt Smith. EC Markets is controlled by London based Chinese entrepreneur Xiaoliang Lyu.