James West

James West, currently serving as CEO, has an impressive academic and professional background. He earned his PhD from University College London (UCL) and studied algebraic geometry at Cambridge University under the guidance of 2018 Fields Medallist Caucher Birkar. His academic work has garnered over 600 citations, reflecting his impact in the field. Professionally, West led the quantitative team at a hedge fund for four years, during which he expanded the fund from a small family operation to managing $300 million in assets, achieving remarkable risk-adjusted returns. His expertise extends to technology and digital assets, where he has been recognized as a pioneer.