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Nicolas Shamtanis, a former executive at BDSwiss and Exness, has launched Conexus IQ, a consultancy firm aimed at helping fintech companies, CFD brokers, prop firms, and trading platforms select infrastructure providers. The firm focuses on filtering the crowded vendor landscape to identify solutions that deliver commercial value. Shamtanis emphasized the need to reduce market noise by eliminating 90% of subpar vendors, enabling clients to avoid costly mistakes and optimize their infrastructure choices. The service covers payments, crypto on/off-ramping, liquidity, trading platforms, and regulatory support, positioning itself as a neutral third-party advisor. This development is significant for forex and fintech markets, where selecting reliable infrastructure providers is critical for operational efficiency and compliance. Conexus IQ competes with firms like FutureBridge Consulting and Vention, but differentiates itself by maintaining a narrower, vendor-neutral focus. For traders and brokers, this service could streamline decision-making in a fragmented market, reducing time-to-market for new platforms and enhancing risk management. The firm’s expertise in B2B sales and fintech operations adds credibility to its offerings. For MENA investors and Gulf-based brokers, Conexus IQ’s services could address regional challenges in accessing vetted infrastructure solutions, particularly in emerging markets where regulatory frameworks are evolving. Key areas to watch include partnerships with local fintech hubs and the firm’s ability to adapt its vendor assessments to regional compliance standards. The launch also highlights growing demand for specialized advisory services in the forex ecosystem, driven by increasing competition and technological complexity.
