Fintech Movers & Shakers – Blockchain leader Steve Vallas joins Zerocap as APAC Adviser
Zerocap, a digital asset trading and advisory firm, have announced the appointment of Steve Vallas as an APAC Advisor. Steve is a well-known figure in the blockchain and digital asset space in Australia and across the region. He is the former CEO of Blockchain Australia, current APAC Advisor to GDF.io and Technology Advisor to Skafold.Global.
In his new advisory role, Steve will focus on driving expansion in the Asia-Pacific region by leveraging his strong network and deep expertise. He will work closely with Zerocap’s team of seasoned professionals to help TradFi and Web3 institutions in their digital asset enterprises and initiatives.
“I’m excited to take on this role at Zerocap at a time when digital assets are increasingly gaining acceptance in traditional finance,” said Steve Vallas. “I look forward to working with the team to expand Zerocap’s reach and help them onboard and educate more individuals and institutions into the digital asset ecosystem and to utilise blockchain technology for innovative new services and platforms.”
Zerocap are already at the forefront of innovation and development in the space being involved in the creation of the first stablecoin issued by an Australian bank (A$DC), conducting a successful trial to transact tokenised carbon credits (BCAU), developing and maintaining Australia’s leading custody solution and service for digital assets, working with ASX to develop new applications for their upcoming DLT platform, and devising and managing a range of unique structured investment products and crypto funds providing digital asset exposure that better manage risk, provide opportunities for profit from volatility and well managed crypto exposure.
“Steve’s appointment is another valuable step forward in our mission to take digital assets mainstream,” said Ryan McCall, CEO of Zerocap. “We’re thrilled to have him on board and look forward to working closely with him for the benefit of our current and future clients across the Asia Pacific region.”
