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Nauru Appoints Australian Brian Phelps as CEO of New Virtual Asset Authority

2025-07-15 07:39:36

Nauru Appoints Australian Brian Phelps as CEO of New Virtual Asset Authority

Main Idea

Nauru has appointed Australian banking and financial markets executive Brian Phelps as the inaugural CEO of the Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority (CRVAA), aiming to attract cybersecurity and cryptocurrency opportunities.

Key Points

1. Nauru’s government appointed Brian Phelps as the first CEO of the Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority (CRVAA).

2. Phelps previously served as General Manager at Australia’s largest online stockbroking firm.

3. The CRVAA focuses on virtual assets, including cryptocurrency, and aims to enhance cybersecurity.

4. The appointment is part of Nauru’s efforts to develop its virtual asset industry.

Description

Following the recent passage of legislation to regulate virtual assets, including cryptocurrency, Nauru’s government has appointed Australian banking and financial markets executive Brian Phelps as the inaugural CEO of the Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority (CRVAA). President David Adeang highlighted Phelps’ extensive experience in the industry, emphasizing that his leadership will establish a foundation of

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