Frankfurt based digital exchange startup 21X – which recently received the first ever license to operate an EU-regulated venue for the trading and settlement of tokenized securities – has announced the appointment of Philip Filhol as Senior Business Development Manager. Effective immediately, this strategic hire comes as 21X prepares to launch its innovative exchange in the coming months – and meet the increasing market demand for regulated digital asset trading.

Philip Filhol brings to 21X a wealth of experience in blockchain technology, FinTech, and capital markets. He has a proven track record of driving innovation and product strategy within the digital asset space. His extensive background includes roles as Head of Projects & Products at Gubbi, Tokenization Project Manager at Bankhaus Scheich – Tradias, and Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer at neoFIN Hamburg. He also has extensive experience as a Blockchain Consultant.

Filhol’s expertise encompasses distributed ledger technologies, smart contracts, tokenization, capital market issuances, and regulatory compliance, including WpIG, eWpG, MiCA, and the DLT-Pilot Regime.

Severin Kranz, Head of Business Development at 21X said,

“We are delighted to welcome Philip to the 21X team. His extensive experience and deep knowledge of the digital asset ecosystem will be invaluable as we prepare for the launch of our exchange. Philip’s understanding of regulatory frameworks and his proven ability to drive business growth makes him a perfect fit for 21X as we look to build our position as the foremost European digital asset exchange.”

Philip Filhol added,

“I’m thrilled to share that I’m joining 21X as a Senior Business Development Manager. This marks an exciting new chapter in my career, and I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about the opportunity ahead. The DLT-TSS license that 21X secured is the most powerful regulatory framework for realizing a truly blockchain-based capital market and with the launch of its exchange soon the company is set to redefine capital markets on a European scale.

“Over the last few years, I’ve witnessed the unwavering focus, drive and entrepreneurial spirit of the entire 21X team and I now look forward to working alongside them to help build the future of finance.”

Philip Filhol holds a Master of Science in Business Informatics from the Technical University of Brunswick, Germany.

About 21X

21X is a Frankfurt-based financial institution at the forefront of revolutionizing capital markets through the use of blockchain technology. In December 2024, 21X secured a license to operate its groundbreaking distributed ledger technology (DLT) trading and settlement system (DLT TSS) trading venue, a milestone that places the company as a leader in the transition to digital finance. The company is ideally positioned to enable smart contract-based issuance, trading and settlement of tokenized stocks, bonds and funds.

21X exchange is set to launch in the spring of 2025, bringing the future of capital markets to life.

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