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Rakshit Choudhary : de directeur des opérations à co-PDG de Deriv

  • Rakshit Choudhary, promu co-PDG, collaborera avec le fondateur et PDG Jean-Yves Sireau
  • Deriv donne un coup de neuf à son modèle de leadership à l’approche de la célébration de son 25e anniversaire
Rakshit Choudhary : de directeur des opérations à co-PDG de Deriv

Rakshit Choudhary, co-CEO of Deriv

Rakshit Choudhary, co-PDG de Deriv

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, 26 avr. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — À l’approche de son 25e anniversaire, qui est un moment marquant pour cette entreprise de trading en ligne, Deriv a annoncé la promotion de Rakshit Choudhary du poste de directeur des opérations (COO) à celui de co-Président-directeur général (co-PDG). Ce modèle de co-leadership permettra de tirer parti des différentes forces et des diverses approches des deux dirigeants.

Le choix d’un tel modèle n’a pas uniquement une visée stratégique pour Deriv. Il permet à l’organisation d’intégrer des points de vue divers et le travail d’équipe à la prise de décisions critiques, afin de maintenir l’agilité de l’entreprise. Ce double cadre de leadership contribuera également à créer un environnement où le respect réciproque et la responsabilité partagée constituent la norme, et où l’autonomie individuelle est équilibrée par une vision collective.

D’après Jean-Yves Sireau, fondateur et co-PDG de Deriv : « Rakshit a l’étoffe du leader qui comprend parfaitement la vision de Deriv. Sa promotion au poste de co-PDG va donc de soi. C’est comme cette synergie que l’on observe dans la programmation en binôme, cela améliore la prise de décision et l’alignement des objectifs. »

« Le 25e anniversaire de Deriv marque un moment de réflexion. Renouveler notre modèle de leadership nous permet de passer à la phase supérieure de l’activité de Deriv, qui est axée sur une expansion mondiale et un engagement plus profond avec des marchés diversifiés. Cette double approche de leadership permet à Deriv de rester innovant et de s’engager en faveur d’un excellent service client et de partenariats solides. »

Choudhary, qui est titulaire d’une maîtrise obtenue au Georgia Institute of Technology, a occupé depuis 2009 les postes de spécialiste de l’analyse quantitative, puis responsable du développement quantitatif et de la recherche à Deriv. Il a ensuite occupé le poste de responsable du développement de produits avant d’être promu directeur des opérations en 2018.

Rakshit Choudhary fait part de ses impressions : « Participer directement, ces 14 dernières années, à la croissance et à l’évolution incroyables de Deriv, qui est resté fidèle à sa mission consistant à rendre le trading accessible à tous et partout, fut un privilège inédit pour moi. Au cœur de cette mission se trouve la volonté de rester innovant, sûr et accessible. C’est avec plaisir que continuerai à développer les activités de Deriv à l’échelle mondiale aux côtés de Jean-Yves, afin d’accompagner l’entreprise au cours de ses 25 prochaines années de succès. »

Deriv est également passée à un modèle de co-directrice financière, Jennice Lourdsamy, précédemment responsable des comptes et des paiements, assumant un double rôle de leadership en tant que co-directrice financière aux côtés de Louise Wolf, l’actuelle directrice financière. Le co-leadership ne se limite pas aux postes de direction. Chez Deriv, elle s’étend à tous les niveaux de l’entreprise et cadre avec ses valeurs que sont l’intégrité, la compétence, l’orientation client et l’esprit d’équipe.

Deriv reste fidèle à ses principes d’excellence en matière de leadership, marqués par une vision claire, des approches axées sur les résultats, un apprentissage continu et une propension à l’action. Ces principes alimentent les opérations quotidiennes et sont essentiels à la réalisation de la mission de Deriv : rendre les solutions de trading de pointe accessibles dans le monde entier.

À propos de Deriv

Depuis 25 ans, Deriv s’attèle à rendre le trading en ligne accessible à tous et partout. Constituée aujourd’hui d’un réseau comptant plus de 2,5 millions de traders dans le monde, la société fournit une riche gamme de types de contrat. En outre, elle propose fièrement plus de 200 actifs sur des marchés populaires à partir de ses plateformes de trading primées et intuitives. Deriv a su développer une culture au sein de ses bureaux, comptant plus de 1 300 employés répartis dans le monde, qui célèbre les réalisations, encourage la croissance professionnelle et favorise le développement des talents, ce qui justifie son accréditation Platinum délivrée par Investors in People.

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Deriv promotes Rakshit Choudhary from COO to co-CEO

Rakshit Choudhary promoted to co-CEO

Deriv promotes Rakshit Choudhary from COO to co-CEO

  • Rakshit Choudhary promoted to co-CEO, partnering with Founder and CEO Jean-Yves Sireau
  • Deriv refreshes its leadership model as it gets set to celebrate its 25th anniversary

    Rakshit Choudhary, co-CEO of Deriv

Rakshit Choudhary, co-CEO of Deriv

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, April 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a significant move for the online trading company, as it approaches its 25th anniversary, Deriv has announced the promotion of Rakshit Choudhary from Chief Operating Officer (COO) to co-Chief Executive Officer (co-CEO). The co-CEO model will capitalise on the different strengths and diverse perspectives of both leaders.

Choosing the co-model is not just a strategic move for Deriv. It lets the organisation incorporate diverse viewpoints and teamwork into critical decision-making to keep the business agile. This double leadership framework also creates an environment where reciprocal respect and shared accountability are standard practices and balances individual autonomy with a collective vision.

Jean-Yves Sireau, Founder and co-CEO of Deriv, said: “Rakshit is a great leader with a deep understanding of Deriv’s business, so his move to co-CEO is a natural step forward for us. It is like the synergy you see in pair programming—improved decision-making and better alignment of goals.

“Deriv turning 25 is a moment for reflection. Refreshing our leadership model makes us well-positioned to take on the next phase of Deriv’s business, which is focused on expanding globally and engaging more deeply with diverse markets. This dual leadership approach helps keep Deriv innovative and committed to excellent customer service and strong partnerships.”

Choudhary, who holds a Master’s degree from Georgia Institute of Technology, joined Deriv in 2009 as a Quantitative Analyst and then Head of Quantitative Development & Research. His next role at Deriv was Head of Product Development before his promotion to COO in 2018.

Rakshit Choudhary shared his thoughts on his new role: “I have been lucky to be part of Deriv’s incredible growth and evolution for the last 14 years, witnessing firsthand its mission to make trading accessible to anyone, anywhere. At the centre of this is a focus on staying innovative, secure, and accessible. I look forward to continuing to grow Deriv’s business globally alongside Jean-Yves, as we take the company into another successful 25 years.”

Deriv has also transitioned to a co-CFO model with Jennice Lourdsamy, previously Head of Accounts and Payments taking a double leadership role as co-CFO alongside Louise Wolf, the current CFO. The co-leadership mindset does not end at the C-level. It is practised across Deriv at all levels, in line with the company’s values of integrity, competence, customer focus, and teamwork.

Deriv remains committed to its principles of leadership excellence, marked by clear vision, result-oriented approaches, continuous learning, and a bias for action. These principles are embedded in daily operations and are critical to achieving Deriv’s mission of making advanced trading solutions accessible worldwide.

About Deriv

For 25 years, Deriv has been committed to making online trading accessible to anyone, anywhere. Trusted by over 2.5 million traders worldwide, the company offers an expansive range of trade types and boasts over 200 assets across popular markets on its award-winning, intuitive trading platforms. With a workforce of more than 1,400 people globally, Deriv has cultivated an environment that celebrates achievements, encourages professional growth, and fosters talent development, which is reflected in its Platinum accreditation by Investors in People.

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A Deriv promove Rakshit Choudhary de COO para co-CEO

Rakshit Choudhary foi promovido a co-CEO da Deriv

A Deriv promove Rakshit Choudhary de COO para co-CEO

  • Rakshit Choudhary foi promovido a co-CEO, juntando-se ao fundador e CEO Jean-Yves Sireau
  • A Deriv atualiza o seu modelo de liderança enquanto se prepara para celebrar o 25º aniversário

Rakshit Choudhary, co-CEO of Deriv

Rakshit Choudhary, co-CEO da Deriv

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, April 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Num passo significativo para a empresa de negociação online, prestes a celebrar o seu 25º aniversário, a Deriv anunciou que Rakshit Choudhary foi promovido de Diretor de Operações (COO) a Co-Diretor Executivo (co-CEO). O modelo de co-CEO irá capitalizar sobre as diferentes qualidades e perspetivas diversificadas de ambos os líderes.

A adoção deste modelo de colaboração não se resume apenas a um movimento estratégico para a Deriv. Permite à organização incorporar diversos pontos de vista e trabalho de equipa na tomada de decisões críticas para manter a agilidade do negócio. Esta estrutura de liderança dupla também estabelece um ambiente onde o respeito mútuo e a partilha de responsabilidades são práticas habituais que equilibram a autonomia individual com uma visão coletiva.

Jean-Yves Sireau, Fundador e co-CEO da Deriv, declarou: “Rakshit é um líder excecional que possui um vasto conhecimento sobre as operações da Deriv, portanto, a sua nomeação como co-CEO é um passo natural para nós. É semelhante à sinergia observada quando dois programadores colaboram lado a lado num único computador — resultando numa tomada de decisões mais eficaz e num melhor alinhamento de objetivos.”

“O facto de a Deriv comemorar 25 anos é um momento de reflexão. Ao atualizarmos o nosso modelo de liderança, colocamo-nos numa posição vantajosa para enfrentar a próxima fase do negócio da Deriv, que se concentra na expansão global e numa maior interação com diversos mercados. Esta estratégia de liderança colaborativa contribui para manter a Deriv inovadora e comprometida em oferecer um serviço ao cliente excelente e em estabelecer parcerias sólidas.”

Choudhary concluiu o seu mestrado no Georgia Institute of Technology e ingressou na Deriv em 2009 como Analista Quantitativo. Mais tarde, assumiu o papel de Responsável pelo Desenvolvimento Quantitativo e de Investigação. Avançou na empresa para liderar o Desenvolvimento de Produtos antes de ser promovido a COO em 2018.

Rakshit Choudhary partilhou as suas reflexões sobre o seu novo cargo: “Tive a sorte de fazer parte do incrível crescimento e evolução da Deriv nos últimos 14 anos, sendo testemunha direta da sua missão em tornar a negociação acessível a qualquer pessoa, em qualquer lugar. No centro disso está o compromisso contínuo para com a inovação, segurança e acessibilidade. Estou entusiasmado por contribuir para a expansão global dos negócios da Deriv, ao lado de Jean-Yves, enquanto levamos a empresa para outros 25 anos de sucesso.”

A Deriv também adotou o modelo de co-CFO, no qual Jennice Lourdsamy, anteriormente Responsável pelas Contas e Pagamentos, assumiu uma posição de liderança conjunta como co-CFO, ao lado de Louise Wolf, a atual CFO. A mentalidade de co-liderança não termina nos cargos executivos. É praticada em todos os níveis da empresa, em conformidade com os valores fundamentais da empresa de integridade, competência, orientação para o cliente e trabalho de equipa.

A Deriv mantém-se fiel aos seus princípios de liderança de excelência, caracterizados por uma visão clara, abordagens orientadas para resultados, aprendizagem contínua e uma inclinação para a ação. Estes princípios são integrados nas atividades diárias, sendo fundamentais para alcançar a missão da Deriv de tornar as soluções avançadas de negociação acessíveis em todo o mundo.

Sobre a Deriv

Ao longo de 25 anos, a Deriv manteve um compromisso firme de tornar a negociação online acessível a qualquer pessoa, em qualquer lugar. Com a confiança de mais de 2,5 milhões de traders em todo o mundo, a empresa oferece uma ampla variedade de tipos de negociação e disponibiliza mais de 200 ativos em mercados populares nas suas plataformas de negociação premiadas e intuitivas. Com uma força de trabalho de mais de 1.300 pessoas em todo o mundo, a Deriv tem cultivado um ambiente que celebra conquistas, incentiva o crescimento profissional e promove o desenvolvimento de talentos, o que é refletido na sua acreditação Platinum pela Investors in People.

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You are a pillar of support to us, NAHCON tells Uzodinma


The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), has described Gov. Hope Uzodinma of Imo as its ‘pillar of support’.

Its Executive Chairman, Malam Jalal Arabi, stated this when he received Uzodinma on a courtesy visit to the Muslims pilgrimage office on Thursday in Abuja.

Arabi, who expressed delight at hosting the governor, commended his interventions toward ensuring that intending pilgrims from Imo participated in this year’s pilgrimage.

‘You have been a pillar of support to us in the commission through your support that ensured the participation of Imo pilgrims in this year’s exercise.

‘You supported us in 2023 and did same this year in spite of the fact that you are a Christian and governor of a predominantly Christian State.

‘For us, you’re a symbol of peaceful religious co-existence and unity in the country,’ he said.

The NAHCON boss presented a letter of commendation to Uzodinma and an award of excellence for his support and promotion of peaceful religious co-existence and unity.

Responding, U
zodinma expressed sincere appreciation for the honour shown him.

He restated his firm belief in peaceful inter-faith co-existence to promote development and prosperity in Imo and the country as a whole.

Uzodinma was one of the governors that subsidised the 2024 Hajj fare which enabled intending pilgrims from his state to participate in this year’s Muslim pilgrimage.

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AMMC promises improved facilities at informal markets in FCT


The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has taken steps to improve facilities at informal markets in the territory.

The coordinator of the council, Mr Felix Obuah, stated this on Friday, during a fact-finding visits to informal markets in Area 7, Area 10 and GSM Village in Abuja.

Obuah explained that the visit was to see the current state of the facilities in the markets to be able to determine the needed interventions to improve them.

He described informal markets as critical to the development of every city or community, assuring that the FCTA, through the council, would develop plans to improve the facilities.

The coordinator added that the visit was also to know some of the facilities owned by FCTA but were taken over by illegal occupants, and find ways to address the challenge.

Obuah added that AMMC would partner with the market officials and relevant stakeholders to redesign the markets and beautify them for better commercial activit
ies.

According to him, the goal is to improve revenue generation for the FCT Administration.

Obuah who observed the presence of touts at the GSM Village, along Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Wuse Zone 1, directed the officials of the market to do something about it.

‘I came to the GSM Village to see what is happening and we discovered that most of the revenue meant for the FCTA are not being taped.

‘So, we want to see how we can review the tax rates and make sure that everybody is comfortable and paying the taxes due to the administration.

‘We cannot sit in our offices every time. We have to go round to see what we can do to add value to the city,’ he said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obuah was accompanied to the fact-finding visits by the Director of Urban Affairs, Mr Dan Sani and other Directors in the council. (NAN)

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Group urges FG to integrate Hepatitis B testing into antenatal services


Dr Danjuma Adda, the immediate past President of the World Hepatitis Alliance (WHA), has called on the Federal Government to incorporate hepatitis B testing into antenatal, maternal, and child healthcare services.

Adda made this plea on Friday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the 2024 Biennial Conference organised by the National Council for Women Societies (NCWS) in Abuja.

He stressed the importance of Nigeria investing in and integrating hepatitis B testing into antenatal, maternal, and child healthcare, as recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO), to bolster the country’s health system and immunisation program.

According to him, currently, hepatitis B tests are not part of maternal and child healthcare programs.

Adda, who lost his mother to hepatitis, emphasised the necessity for the government to include hepatitis B surface antigen testing in antenatal care and maternal child health programs, ensuring that all women undergo testing.

He asserted
that hepatitis B is preventable with the right vaccine, highlighting two key measures to reduce liver cancer deaths.

‘Liver cancer often develops among those infected early, especially in childhood.

‘Other factors contributing to liver cancer include aflatoxin exposure, alcohol consumption, and herbal medication misuse.

‘Pregnant women, according to WHO recommendations, should undergo screening for hepatitis, enabling early identification and intervention.

‘If a woman tests positive, she should receive prophylactic prevention treatment until delivery. Additionally, all newborns should receive universal vaccination’.

Adda emphasised the importance of attending antenatal care for hepatitis screening and vaccination opportunities.

He urged pregnant women to advocate for themselves and demand hepatitis B testing during antenatal visits.

Furthermore, Adda encouraged pregnant mothers to request ‘back dose vaccination’ for their newborns within 24 hours of birth, noting its potential to protect infants from h
epatitis infection.

‘Hepatitis virus is the primary cause of liver cancer, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Early detection through testing and prompt treatment is crucial in preventing its spread’.(NAN)

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Firm pledges support to Nigeria’s tech sector


The Duale, Ovia and Alex-Adedipe (DOA), a law firm in Lagos, says it is dedicated to driving growth within the Nigerian technology sector.

DOA’s Managing Partner, Mr Adeleke Alex-Adedipe, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday that the firm aimed to achieve that through the forthcoming TMT Business Law Breakfast Series.

Alex-Adedipe said that emphasis would be laid on fundamental drivers of growth, state policies, investment opportunities and global trade.

The event, slated for May 2, is with the theme: ‘Nigerian Tech Ecosystem: Policies, Investments, and Global Trade’.

According to him, the event will target government officials, policymakers; venture capitalists; investors; financial institutions; tech entrepreneurs; startups; innovators; corporate entities; industry leaders and tech enthusiasts.

‘We will have knowledgeable stakeholders to assess the current state of the Nigerian tech ecosystem, deliberate on pertinent policies, reforms, and global trade dynamics influencing its trajectory.

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It will discuss the fundamental drivers of growth, including state policies, investment opportunities and global trade.

‘Strategies that will further substantiate the ecosystem’s growth will be given priority as the event will showcase exemplary practices, success narratives; innovations; and regulatory frameworks shaping fundraising within the Nigerian tech space,’ he said. (NAN)

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ACReSAL project: Minister lauds World Bank’ $2m disbursement to FCT


The Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmoud, has commended the World Bank for disbursing 2 million dollars to the FCT.

The fund is for the implementation of the World Bank-supported Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project in the territory.

Mahmoud gave the commendation when the World Bank ACReSAL project Task Team Lead, Dr Joy Agene, visited her in Abuja on Friday.

She said that the partnership with the World Bank would foster environmental sustainability and agricultural prosperity for residents of the FCT under the ACReSAL project.

She said that the project aligned with the ‘Renewed Hope’ agenda of President Bola Tinubu, particularly in addressing environmental degradation and the impact of climate change.

The minister said that Abuja, as Nigeria’s capital city in the past 48 years, had lost its tree covers and land degradation due to physical developmental projects.

According to her, part of the goals of the ACReSAL project is to restore the l
ost trees through afforestation and other climate change adaptation activities.

‘We will do all that is possible for ACReSAL project to be sustained, maintained, and achieved by God’s grace.

‘We will try and provide all that is necessary from our own side. All the requirements necessary to take FCT to the next level will be done to access the entire 10 million dollars.’

Earlier, Agene said that the visit was to brief the minister on the performance of the project so far in the FCT.

Agene added that the visit was also to thank the minister for her support and solicit for more, to ensure the success of the project in FCT.

She said that so far, the World Bank had disbursed about 2 million dollars to the FCT.

She explained that ACReSAL,being a community-based project, was designed to enable communities to access the fund through a community revolving fund.

The task team lead commended the FCT for the formation of 250 community interest groups (CIGs,) through which the fund would be disbursed.

She said tha
t the CIGs would be trained on how to access and utilise the funds.

She explained that each benefiting community would access 25,000 dollars to carry out afforestation, irrigation, and some climate change adaptation activities.

‘The project is here to help communities to adapt to the shock that will come from climate change and to do that, one of the approaches is this revolving fund where communities will get about 25,000 dollars each.

‘Beyond that, we have some investment in gully erosion, flood control and large afforestation at the FCT and we will need your support to do this,’ she told the minister.

Agene also said that the visit was equally to infirm the minister what the FCT Administration needed to do to access more funding amounting to about 10 million dollars.

She identified the conditions as project design, environmental and social instrument, and catchment management plan.

‘Once these three instruments are in place, be assured that the 10 million dollars will be sent to the FCT under the pro
ject.

‘However, there is no way the FCT team can do this without your support and frequent checking and monitoring,’ she added.

Mr Lawan Geidam, Mandate Secretary, Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat, FCTA, said that a robust framework had been established to ensure the success of the project.

Geidam, who is also the Chairman of the Technical Committee, assured the World Bank team of active community participation in the implementation of the project.

‘Also, the construction of boreholes in various communities, land restoration initiative, knowledge building programmes and the planned provision of critical agricultural inputs to farmers will improve the livelihood of our communities,’ he said.

The National Coordinator of the project, Mr Abdulhamid Umar, explained that the project was being implemented in 19 states and the FCT, to tackle the challenge of landscape degradation and promote effective watershed management. (NAN)

Source: News Agency of Nigeria