Nomura’s Laser Digital Acquires Key Derivatives Traders from Galaxy Digital

Nomura Holdings Inc.’s digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, has bolstered its trading team with the recruitment of three experienced derivatives traders from Galaxy Digital. According to sources familiar with the move who are not authorized to speak publicly on the matter, John Kim, formerly head of Galaxy’s Hong Kong-based derivatives division, joined Laser Digital along with Vice President and trader Celine Choi, and trader Luca Invernizzi. This strategic hiring enhances Laser Digital’s capabilities in a rapidly evolving digital asset market.