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Virtu Financial Announces Retirement of Douglas Cifu and Names Aaron Simons as New CEO

Core Viewpoint - Virtu Financial has appointed Aaron Simons as the new CEO, succeeding Douglas Cifu, who will retire but remain an advisor to the company [1][4]. Company Leadership Transition - Aaron Simons, previously the Chief Technology Officer, has been with Virtu since 2008 and has played a significant role in the company's technology and trading operations [3][5]. - Douglas Cifu, a co-founder of Virtu, has been instrumental in the company's growth, including its IPO in 2015 and acquisitions that expanded its market presence [2][4]. Company Background - Virtu Financial is a leading provider of multi-asset financial services, utilizing advanced technology to deliver liquidity and innovative trading solutions globally [6]. - The company offers a wide range of products, including execution, liquidity sourcing, and analytics across various asset classes in over 50 countries [6].