One Trading, a regulated European crypto-asset exchange, has announced that is has welcomed Steven Harper as the company’s new Chief Security Officer (CSO). With a career spanning over 25 years in software development and security, Steven joins One Trading at a pivotal moment as it prepares to launch the first perpetual futures trading venue in the EU.

Steven Harper’s career has been defined by impactful roles at major organizations such as Orange, EE, Infinity Works, and Accenture, where he gained extensive experience as a software engineer, solutions architect, and applications developer. He has led projects in designing enterprise-grade security architectures, implementing scalable cloud solutions, and building secure software platforms that prioritize both performance and user experience. His track record includes protecting sensitive systems against emerging threats and delivering seamless, secure operations across complex infrastructures.

Now, as Chief Security Officer at One Trading, Steven will focus on enhancing the platform’s security, ensuring reliability, and upholding regulatory compliance to meet the needs of a growing client base.

One Trading recently made headlines as the first regulated perpetual futures trading venue in the EU after being granted an Organised Trading Facility (OTF) license by the Dutch Financial Markets Authority (AFM). Its innovative use of technology—including real-time settlement and integrated DLT-based custody—sets a new benchmark for efficiency in trading.

With security and compliance as the pillars of the company’s operations, Steven’s appointment reinforces One Trading’s enduring commitment to delivering a robust and trusted platform. His leadership will be fundamental in ensuring the platform’s resilience as the company expands its services and continue to address the evolving requirements of clients.‍