Who we are
Mission
To foster digital transformation through the strategic application of Web3 technologies while promoting a decentralized and inclusive digital economy and ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory compliance.
Values
To challenge norms and inspire industry evolution through relentless innovation. We operate with unwavering integrity and transparency, foster an inclusive culture of collaboration, and uphold rigorous standards of regulatory compliance. In essence, our commitment to these core values drives us to build a secure and inclusive digital future.
Vision
To be a collaborative leader in the Web3 space, shaping a decentralized future that's secure, transparent, beneficial for all, and fully compliant with regulatory standards.
Team
Wasim is responsible for strategy, vision, and operating execution at HorizonX. Wasim has held leadership positions in his career in finance (family office), consulting, health tech, and retail, with a degree from London Business School. Originally from Tokyo, Japan, Wasim moved his base to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 2013.
Shumpei brings a wealth of experience as a system architect for CEX, having been recognized with an award from AWS for his contributions. Additionally, he has actively participated as a core developer in multiple crypto projects, including those within the DeFi space.
Shoya Yanagisawa
VPoE
Shoya is an outstanding front-end developer and is responsible for the UIUX of all projects. He also excels at organizing our team to increase our development efficiency, and is the driving force behind HorizonX’s development capabilities.
Yushi is a senior Defi engineer, developing smart contracts and any other blockchain related products. He is also a full stack developer, and has experience in developing web applications and mobile applications, mainly financial services. He is a big fan of blockchain technology and is always looking for new ways to apply it to real world problems.
Arata Haruyama
Core Developer
Arata is a senior backend developer, developing smart contracts and backend tools. He used to work for several Fintech companies, and excels at building robust systems.
Cem was the Ecosystem Growth and Marketing Director at Circle. Cem was working for building awareness, affinity, and scale on the platform, supporting existing and future builders and entrepreneurs, blockchain integrations, multi-chain programs, and blockchain/fintech partnerships. Prior to Circle, worked with Stellar Development Foundation, HSBC, Coinsquare, and PwC.
Emmett handles business development, integrations, and partnerships for HorizonX. He has a background in the startup incubator space and has worked with multiple blockchain projects to go to market and secure high-impact partnerships. Emmett is known for his ability to blend technical, product, and sales skills to deliver solutions to complex business problems.
Hiroki Matsui
Creative Design
Hiroki is a designer with ample knowledge of crypto who has led the design of UI/UX for multiple DeFi products and NFT projects.
Advisory
Miriam Kiwan
Regulation Advisory
Former DIFC, ADGM Regulator based in United Arab Emirates. Currenly serving as Vice President of Cirlcle MEA.
Tom Bicknell
Corporate Lawyer
Partner at Pinsent Maison. Focusing on Financial Technologies and Financial Regulations.
Masahito Ito
Financial Advisory
Masahito has held leadership positions in various financial companies, including Mitsubishi Bank, SoftBank, SBI Holdings, Cave Interactive Co., Ltd and Yahoo Japan's YJFX, Inc. Currently, serving as an external director/advisor for fintech firms.
Naohiko Ueno
Business Development Advisory
Naohiko is the CEO of AGI Creative Labo Ltd which aims to upgrade society with the power of “Web3 + Creative” and is a member of Toyota Blockchain Lab. He has contributed to several blockchain entities, including as , Creative Director of Gaudiy Inc, and Ambassador of ALIS.
Toyotaka Sakai
Economic Adivisory
Professor of Economics, Keio University and Co-founding director of Economics Design Inc. Holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rochester. Recent research interests include design of economic mechanisms and indices.
Tatsuyoshi Okimoto
Economic Advisory
Professor of Economics and Finance at the Faculty of Economics at Keio University. Holds a Ph.D. from University of California, San Diego, United States. Recent research interests include ESG investments, sustainable finance, and monetary policy.
Contact Us
HorizonX FZCO
IFZA Dubai, Building A1, 001, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
contact@horizonx.tech