TradeStation® Crypto’s James Putra Named “Most Impactful Fintech Executive” at 2021 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards
TradeStation Crypto was recognized as a finalist for “Best Software for Trading Cryptocurrency,” while TradeStation Securities was a finalist in four other categories
Plantation, FL (November 29, 2021) – TradeStation has announced that James Putra, Vice President, Product Strategy of TradeStation Crypto, Inc. was named “Most Impactful Fintech Executive” at the 2021 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards. In addition, TradeStation Crypto was a finalist in the category “Best Software for Trading Cryptocurrency.” These awards demonstrate TradeStation’s commitment to providing an exceptional trading experience through its products.
A 15-year fintech veteran-turned-crypto thought leader, Putra currently helps lead TradeStation’s crypto brokerage business. As crypto trading has experienced growth over the past year, James has shared his views on the digital asset markets, speaking with journalists and industry experts regularly.
“We are thrilled to see James recognized as a leader,” said John Bartleman, CEO of TradeStation Group. “We believe these accolades serve as further proof of TradeStation’s emergence as a leader in crypto trading and brokerage offerings.”
“It’s an honor to be recognized at this year’s Benzinga Global Fintech Awards,” Putra said. “I love being at the intersection of blockchain and traditional finance while helping my team be part of the future of financial services and the foundation of a new digital economy. As a cryptocurrency business leader, it’s thrilling to be part of building a new crypto financial world.”
The annual Benzinga Global Fintech Awards recognize innovation and excellence throughout the capital markets industry. Judges, comprised of Benzinga editorial staff, industry leaders and advisors in the space, score nominees on a range of topics to determine finalists (referred to as listmakers) and winners.
“Since the inaugural Benzinga Fintech Awards in 2015, our listmakers have closed $300 million in deals and partnered with some of the biggest players in the industry. We look forward to honoring these players for years to come, as well as finding the next generation of fintech,” said Benzinga CEO Jason Raznick.
TradeStation Securities, also a subsidiary of TradeStation Group and a licensed broker-dealer and futures commission merchant, was also recognized as a 2021 Benzinga Fintech Listmaker finalist in the following categories:
- Best Brokerage for Options Trading
- Best Brokerage for Trading Futures
- Best Broker for Short Selling
- Best Trading Technology
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About TradeStation Group, Inc.
TradeStation has, for decades, been a fintech pioneer in its support of self-directed traders and investors in their journeys to claim their financial edge. TradeStation provides award-winning trading and analysis platforms and self-clearing online brokerage services for stocks, ETFs, equity and index options, commodity and financial futures, futures options, and cryptocurrencies. These trading platforms are accessible on desktop, Web and mobile, as well as via API technologies which seamlessly provide access to TradeStation’s brokerage environment through third-party platforms. TradeStation’s offerings also include deep and growing learning content designed to build confidence among those new to investing and hone the skills of seasoned traders.
TradeStation Securities, Inc. (Member NYSE, FINRA, SIPC, NSCC, DTC, OCC, NFA & CME) offers self-clearing equities, options, futures and futures options brokerage services as a licensed securities broker-dealer and futures commission merchant (FCM), and is a member of major equities and futures exchanges in the United States. TradeStation Crypto, Inc. offers self-clearing cryptocurrency brokerage services under federal and state money services business, money-transmitter and similar registrations and licenses.
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