Rifad Mahasneh

Rifad remains at the forefront of the crypto, blockchain, and web3 space in the UAE and the broader region.

Since joining, he has led the fully regulated launch of OKX in Dubai in late 2024 at an industry-leading event at the Museum of the Future. Since then, he has remained a leading figure in the industry, sharing his expertise at events like Bitcoin MENA, Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Blockchain Congress, and others.

He is a regular voice in local and international media, speaking about the industry in general, the surge in bitcoin, the importance of regulations, and more.

His work has enabled the company to offer a local order book, creating a local marketplace, streamlining the process, and cementing the organization as a true local partner with global roots as it continues its local growth.