Orbital Connect Digital

With over 25 years in global payments, Chris has led major financial institutions, including Citi Commercial Cards, Citi WorldLink, and AIB Merchant Services. Identifying a gap in corporate banking for mid-market global businesses, he co-founded Orbital in 2017 to streamline cross-border payments. Under his leadership, Orbital has grown into a multi-licensed fintech, integrating stablecoins and traditional rails to process over $5.6 billion annually.

Toma is a legal and regulatory compliance expert, with over 20 years of experience in traditional financial institutions and fintech firms.

Laura leads Trading & Marketplaces at Orbital, overseeing a significant portion of Orbital’s portfolio. She brings deep expertise in crypto, payments, and fintech, particularly within the forex/CFD sectors. With a proven track record in business development, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships, Laura combines analytical insight with a hands-on approach to deliver impactful solutions.

Arushi is a leading expert in blockchain analytics and regulatory policy, specializing in the Middle East & Africa region. With experience at the World Economic Forum and Arushi Goel, she brings a unique perspective to cryptocurrency compliance and enforcement. Arushi leads efforts to guide governments and businesses in implementing effective policies to manage and regulate cryptocurrencies.

Soham is a trusted advisor focusing in tech regulation and mediation, with extensive experience guiding blockchain companies and financial service providers through complex regulatory landscapes. He has advised over three dozen clients across ADGM, DIFC, VARA, CBUAE, and the SCA, earning recognition for his expertise in licensing and corporate structuring. In Web3, he gained prominence for structuring ICOs and handling major tech founder arbitrations. With experience across the UK, EU, Singapore, and the UAE, Soham was awarded the 2024 Lexology Client Choice Award for Fintech in the UAE.