Ian Dawson is the Chief Executive Officer of ZBX, a Malta-licensed crypto exchange he co-founded that provides payment and trading infrastructure for the iGaming and gambling industry. He led the company's license application in 2018 and oversaw its operational setup, establishing ZBX as a regulated bridge between cryptocurrency and the gambling sector.
Before becoming CEO, Dawson served as ZBX's Chief Financial Officer, where he was instrumental in forging strategic partnerships such as the integration of ForumPay for crypto payments in Malta's gaming industry. His background in custodial banking, cross-border business, corporate service provision, and wealth management has shaped ZBX's approach to compliant crypto payments. He frequently speaks on evolving crypto payments regulation, including MiCA alignment, and has represented ZBX at industry events such as SiGMA.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| ZBX | Chief Executive Officer | – present |