Prometheum Appoints Jacek Bugaj as Head of Product

Prometheum Appoints Jacek Bugaj as Head of Product

Ex-Two Sigma Head of Macro Product Joins to Support Product Expansion Plans

Prometheum Inc. today announced the appointment of Jacek Bugaj as Head of Product. Bugaj will manage the development, launch, and maintenance of Prometheum’s suite of products, delivered through its SEC-registered and FINRA-member entities Prometheum ATS and Prometheum Capital.

Bugaj will collaborate with Prometheum’s broker-dealers and technology teams to streamline the development of blockchain-enabled financial products and enhance Prometheum’s industry-leading market infrastructure for digital asset securities trading.

“Jacek’s arrival comes at a pivotal time for Prometheum as we expand our offerings,” said Aaron Kaplan, co-CEO of Prometheum. “With Prometheum Capital’s custodial services now live, we’re focused on delivering blockchain-enabled products that provide unique access to the digital asset securities ecosystem. Jacek’s wealth of experience in financial technology and product development will be instrumental in driving our platform forward to meet the evolving demands of investors and institutions.”

With over two decades of experience in capital markets and fintech, Bugaj has a proven track record of advancing financial infrastructure and guiding firms through significant regulatory and market changes, including the Dodd-Frank reforms and LIBOR transition. Most recently, he served as Head of Macro Product Management at Two Sigma, where he led the creation of advanced financial systems supporting systematic and discretionary trading strategies.

Bugaj spent over eight years at IHS Markit and OSTTRA, where he designed and implemented financial infrastructure and workflows that supported a significant portion of global financial transactions.

“I’m passionate about transforming industries and modernizing financial markets, and joining Prometheum allows me to continue this work at a pivotal moment,” said Bugaj. “Prometheum’s commitment to innovation, within the framework of established federal securities laws, aligns with my belief that regulated environments enhance technological advancements. I’m eager to work with the leadership team to shape the future of digital markets.”

About Prometheum, Inc.
Founded in 2017 by a group of Wall Street attorneys, Prometheum Inc. through its affiliate Prometheum ATS (trading) and Prometheum Capital (settlement, clearing, and custody) will provide an end-to-end, blockchain-enabled ecosystem for the trading, clearance, settlement, and custody of digital asset securities. For more information, please visit https://www.prometheum.com.

Digital asset securities may not be suitable for all investors.
Digital asset securities may not be suitable for all investors. Investors should note that investing or trading in digital asset securities could involve substantial risks, including no guarantee of returns, costs associated with selling and purchasing, and no assurance of liquidity, which could impact their price and the investor's ability to sell, and possible loss of principal invested. There is always the potential of losing part or all of your money when you invest in digital asset securities. Not SIPC or FDIC insured

Non-solicitation
This press release is issued for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation of any security or any other product or service by Prometheum Inc., Prometheum ATS, and Prometheum Capital (collectively “Prometheum’’), or any other third party regardless of whether such security, product, or service is referenced in this press release.

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