Who We Are
Equinorix Cryptocurrency Exchange Ltd is a U.S.-registered digital asset institution founded with one clear purpose — to make digital finance compliant, transparent, and intelligent.
Based in New York, the company operates under strict U.S. regulatory oversight, providing secure access to global cryptocurrency markets while maintaining full alignment with FinCEN and SEC standards.
Our ecosystem integrates fiat on-ramps, spot and perpetual trading, custody solutions, and AI-driven compliance systems, all built to meet institutional-grade expectations.
At Equinorix, we believe the future of finance must rest on trust that can be verified.
Our Mission
To rebuild global confidence in digital assets through transparent reserves, regulatory accountability, and advanced financial technology
Our Vision
To be the world’s most trusted hybrid digital-asset infrastructure — where regulation and innovation coexist to serve global users
Our Core Values
- Integrity: Compliance isn’t a slogan; it’s our foundation.
- Transparency: Proof-of-Reserves, open audits, and public accountability.
- Innovation: AI-powered risk control and intelligent trade infrastructure.
- Security: Cold storage, multi-signature custody, and insured protection.
Leadership Team
Our global leadership team unites financial, technological, and regulatory expertise.
Michael Alden
— Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Former Executive Director at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management with 30 years of cross-border finance experience. Architect of Equinorix’s global regulatory and operational framework.
Isabel Hartmann
— Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Ex–Deutsche Bank risk executive and EY audit partner. Leads Equinorix’s AML/CFT strategy, KYC/KYB policy, and compliance automation.
Thomas Becker
— Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Former SAP FinTech Lab Director. Responsible for Equinorix’s AI risk engine, custody architecture, and security systems.
David Langford
— Legal Counsel & Trust Director
Previously Head of Trust Division at J.P. Morgan.
Specializes in U.S.–U.K. trust structures, tax compliance, and regulatory documentation.
Licenses & Certifications
FinCEN Registration
Registered as a Money Services Business (MSB Reg. No. [Placeholder], Status: Active).
In compliance with the U.S. Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and AML/CFT reporting obligations.
SEC Registration
Compliant with the U.S. Securities Exchange Act, maintaining continuous disclosure via the SEC EDGAR system (Registration No. [Placeholder]).
Independent Audit & Proof-of-Reserves
Quarterly audits conducted by independent third-party accounting firms.
Users can verify holdings via Equinorix’s Merkle Tree Verification Interface.
Cybersecurity Certification
External penetration tests and security audits executed by certified partners (e.g., Fireblocks, CertiK).
Insurance Coverage
Cold wallet assets insured against unauthorized access and operational risks.
Corporate Responsibility & Governance
Equinorix upholds ethical standards across every jurisdiction it operates in.
Our governance framework follows AML/CFT, GDPR, OFAC, and FATCA protocols, ensuring user protection and full data transparency.
We maintain open cooperation with regulators, auditors, and financial institutions — establishing a model for how digital asset exchanges should operate in the regulated era.
Join Equinorix
Join a platform where technology meets accountability.
Experience secure, compliant, and intelligent trading with Equinorix.