Ben Delo
Ben Delo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Birth date -1st March 1966 Sheffield, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | University of Oxford |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur, Philanthropist |
| Known for | Co-founder of BitMEX |
Ben Delo (born 24 February 1984) is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist, best known as a co-founder of the cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX. He is recognized for his contributions to the field of cryptocurrency trading and his philanthropic efforts.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Ben Delo was born in Sheffield, England. He attended Lord Williams's School in Thame, Oxfordshire. Delo later studied at the University of Oxford, where he earned a degree in Computer Science and Mathematics.
Career[edit | edit source]
After graduating from Oxford, Delo worked in software engineering and quantitative finance. He held positions at companies such as IBM and J.P. Morgan.
BitMEX[edit | edit source]
In 2014, Ben Delo co-founded BitMEX (Bitcoin Mercantile Exchange) with Arthur Hayes and Samuel Reed. BitMEX is a cryptocurrency exchange and derivative trading platform that offers leveraged contracts. The platform quickly gained popularity for its innovative trading products and high leverage options.
Under Delo's leadership, BitMEX became one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume. Delo's work at BitMEX has been influential in the development of the cryptocurrency trading industry.
Philanthropy[edit | edit source]
Ben Delo is known for his philanthropic efforts. He has signed the Giving Pledge, committing to donate the majority of his wealth to charitable causes. Delo has supported various initiatives, particularly in the areas of global health and poverty alleviation.
Legal Issues[edit | edit source]
In 2020, Ben Delo, along with other BitMEX executives, faced legal challenges from the United States Department of Justice and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for allegedly violating anti-money laundering regulations. Delo and his co-founders reached a settlement with the CFTC in 2021.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Ben Delo is married and resides in Hong Kong. He maintains a low public profile and is known for his private lifestyle.
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