
The author is an independent contributor writing an opinion or expert take. Views expressed are the author’s own and may not reflect Cointelegraph’s editorial position. Michael Brescia is CEO and co-founder of Cerus Markets, a platform for trading cryptocurrencies and traditional assets together using derivative. Brescia began his career as a stock broker at Lehman Brothers in New York before moving to forex firm FXCM, where he helped to shape their pioneering contract for differences (CFD) desk. He became an entrepreneur as the co-founder of Praxis Digital Trading, an institutional offering that matches professional trading houses with bespoke digital asset opportunities.
Financial disclosure: Michael Brescia does not currently hold any positions in cryptocurrencies or other digital assets. Cointelegraph's editorial policy requires all staff to disclose holdings that may present a conflict of interest.

