MidChains, one of the UAE’s leading regulated virtual asset trading platforms, has announced the appointment of Gayle Raeside as its new Head of Trading Operations. This move underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its operational framework and enhancing its institutional-grade trading environment.
Raeside brings extensive experience in trading operations, risk management, and financial market oversight. With a strong background in supporting high-volume and technology-driven trading systems, she is expected to play a pivotal role in boosting MidChains’ operational efficiency and ensuring seamless execution across the platform’s expanding digital asset services.
In her new role, Raeside will oversee all aspects of trading operations, including trade lifecycle management, operational risk controls, best-execution processes, and institutional client support. She will also collaborate closely with MidChains’ executive and technology teams to refine operational structures, enhance automation, and contribute to the company’s broader growth strategy.
Her appointment comes at a crucial time, as MidChains continues to reinforce its regulated presence in Abu Dhabi and position itself as a trusted venue for both individual and institutional investors. With the UAE evolving into a global hub for digital assets, strong trading infrastructure and operational resilience have become essential components for long-term growth and investor confidence.
Raeside’s leadership is expected to complement the company’s strategic focus on expanding its product offerings, improving liquidity, and maintaining alignment with the evolving regulatory landscape. In a sector where operational excellence and compliance are key, her expertise supports MidChains’ ambition to build a secure, mature, and globally competitive marketplace.
This appointment reflects MidChains’ ongoing efforts to attract top industry talent as it accelerates its growth journey. With Raeside at the helm of trading operations, the company aims to ensure robust, precise, and efficient trading flows—delivering a reliable experience for clients across spot trading, digital asset custody, and other platform services.
With this strategic addition to its leadership team, MidChains is well-positioned to enhance its operational capabilities, strengthen market trust, and support its next phase of expansion within the UAE and beyond.
