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Preparing for Further Growth, Crypto Custodian Welcomes Tech Visionary as New CTO

Etana Custody (Etana), a regulated, trusted industry leader in multi-asset custody and support services, announced today the appointment of Dennis Noto as the company’s chief technology officer (CTO). Noto brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Etana’s executive team, which includes more than 25 years of experience in technology and innovation. As CTO, he will drive the development and implementation of the company’s forward-looking strategy, lead its team of technology professionals, and ensure the company remains at the forefront of industry trends and emerging innovation.

“Dennis’ strategic vision and deep industry knowledge, coupled with his impressive track record of achievements, renders him an excellent addition to our team,” said Brandon Russell, CEO and founder of Etana. “With his expertise and leadership, we are confident that we will remain at the forefront of cutting-edge solutions and continue to provide our clients with the highest level of security, reliability, and efficiency.”

Noto joins Etana from previous roles as CTO at notable financial technology companies, including IBM, LPL Financial and Scottrade (later acquired by TD Ameritrade). His experience in technology and traditional finance will assist Etana in bringing solutions to the digital asset market that are on par with conventional asset markets. As a technological visionary, he’s led the development of cutting-edge solutions in brokerage/advisor trading and settlement systems, portfolio management systems, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and more. In addition, Noto is exceptionally skilled in creating and leading teams to develop products that fuel corporate vision, values, and growth.

“I joined Etana Custody to be a part of a custodial solution that fortifies digital assets, empowers individuals and institutions, and pioneers the next era of secure financial ecosystems,” said Dennis Noto, CTO. “Together, we’ll redefine industry standards and position Etana as the go-to custodian for safeguarding and scaling digital wealth.”

Etana’s leading-edge custody and clearing platform mitigates counterparty risk and brings transactional efficiencies to a fragmented market. Due to the significant growth that Etana has experienced in recent years, the company is looking to harness the power of emerging technologies to enhance business operations and improve the overall customer experience. Noto’s joining Etana’s accomplished executive team will provide the technical expertise to explore and implement the company’s innovative digital asset custodial and settlement solutions, ensuring that Etana stays ahead of market trends.

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