amana Appoints Andrey Artamonov as CTO, CIO
amana appoints former Devexperts CTO Andrey Artamonov as Chief Technology and Information Officer, strengthening its tech leadership.
amana names former Devexperts CTO Andrey Artamonov as Chief Technology and Information Officer
amana has appointed fintech veteran Andrey Artamonov as its new Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO), adding senior technology leadership as the neobroker expands across the Middle East. The move shows that technology, infrastructure and digital product development are becoming central priorities as the company grows its regional footprint.
For traders, technology appointments can seem like behind-the-scenes news. In practice, the people who run engineering, security and infrastructure shape how stable a trading platform is, how quickly new features arrive and how well client data is protected. This article explains what the appointment means, who the new executive is and what to consider when judging any broker's technology.
Who Andrey Artamonov is and what he brings to amana
Andrey Artamonov is based in Dubai and brings more than 20 years of experience in financial technology. That background spans trading platforms, brokerage systems and wealth management tools, which are the core building blocks of any modern online broker.
He spent 17 years at Devexperts, where he served as Chief Technology Officer for nine years. During that time, he led an engineering team of more than 700 people and oversaw the development of trading platforms, brokerage infrastructure, and wealth management solutions for firms in the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Leading engineering teams at scale
Running an engineering organization of that size requires more than technical skill. It involves setting development priorities, managing release cycles, coordinating with product and compliance teams and making sure systems keep working as client numbers rise.
Experience with multi-region clients is especially relevant for a company operating across several markets. Requirements for languages, payment methods, reporting and regulation can differ from one country to another, and a technology leader who has handled that complexity before can help plan for it early.
From Lisbon consultancy to regional broker
Before joining amana, Andrey Artamonov founded TripleA Digital in Lisbon. The consultancy focuses on automation and artificial intelligence tools for financial and operational workflows.
Automation matters in brokerage because many back-office tasks, such as reconciliation, reporting and monitoring, benefit from tools that reduce manual errors. Artificial intelligence tools are also being used for analytics and internal processes, although any firm adopting them should keep human oversight and clear data controls in place.
This combination of platform development and workflow automation is a useful mix for a broker that wants to scale operations without losing control of quality.
What the role covers at amana
At amana, Artamonov will oversee application development, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, business intelligence, corporate IT, and platform operations. He will also help guide the company's technology roadmap as it develops new products and grows in the region.
The main areas of responsibility can be summarized as follows:
- Application development for trading and client-facing products
- Cybersecurity, including protection of client accounts and data
- Cloud infrastructure and the stability of core services
- Business intelligence and internal reporting
- Corporate IT and day-to-day systems support
- Platform operations and technology planning for new products
Taken together, these areas cover both the client experience and the internal systems that support it.
What the CEO and the new CTIO said
CEO Muhammad Rasoul said the appointment fits amana's focus on technology and innovation. He pointed to Artamonov's experience building financial technology at scale as a strong fit for the company's next stage of growth.
The artamonov said he sees room to build technology that supports amana's expansion and also raises the bar for digital investing and trading across the MENA region.
Why technology leadership matters for brokers in the MENA region
The Middle East and North Africa is a diverse market, with different languages, customer expectations and regulatory frameworks across countries. Brokers operating there often need platforms that can adapt to local requirements without fragmenting the user experience.
Technology leaders in this environment typically focus on modular systems, reliable connectivity to liquidity and market data providers, and strong security practices. These priorities help a broker expand into new products or markets without disrupting existing clients.
How the appointment fits amana's growth
amana continues to widen its product range and regional reach. The broker now serves more than 500,000 users and offers access to over 6,800 financial instruments, including regional and international equities, ETFs, forex, commodities, and other asset classes.
A wide product range creates technical demands. Each asset class may need its own market data feeds, order routing logic, settlement rules and reporting. Keeping these systems running smoothly as the catalogue grows is one reason brokers invest heavily in technology leadership.
| Asset class | What it means for technology |
|---|---|
| Regional and international equities | Market data and order routing across several exchanges and time zones |
| ETFs | Accurate pricing and reporting for fund-based products |
| Forex | Fast price feeds and reliable liquidity connections, as described in the Foreign exchange market (Wikipedia) overview |
| Commodities | Handling of contract specifications and trading hours |
What the appointment of Andrey Artamonov means for amana clients
For existing and prospective clients, a senior technology appointment can affect everyday trading in several ways. Platform reliability, order execution speed and security standards all depend on decisions made by the technology team.
The artamonov joins amana with experience building trading platforms and brokerage infrastructure. That makes the appointment most relevant to anyone who depends on stable, fast and secure systems.
Questions traders can ask about broker technology
Whatever a broker's leadership team looks like, traders should check the basics before opening an account. The steps below offer a practical starting point.
- Confirm the broker's regulatory status directly on the regulator's official register.
- Review how the platform has performed during volatile market sessions, using independent reviews and your own demo testing.
- Check what security measures protect your login, including whether two-factor authentication is available.
- Read the published deposit and withdrawal terms, including processing times and any fees.
- Understand the costs of spreads, commissions and overnight financing before placing trades.
Key takeaways on the Andrey Artamonov appointment
The appointment gives amana a senior technology leader with long experience in trading platforms, brokerage infrastructure and automation. The company's stated priorities include its technology roadmap, regional growth and expanding product range.
Overall, the appointment of the artamonov reflects amana's focus on technology as the company serves more than 500,000 users across the region. For related industry news, read MultiBank MEX Exchange hires Edgewater alum Brian Andreyko as CPO.
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