Charles d'Haussy is a financial technology (FinTech) executive, author, and advisor known for his work in the cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi) sectors. He is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the dYdX Foundation and has previously held leadership positions at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), ConsenSys, and Bit Digital. ^{[1] [2]} He is recognized as a notable fintech influencer in Asia for his contributions to building the industry's ecosystem, particularly in Hong Kong. ^[2]​

Education

d'Haussy's academic background is rooted in international business and finance. He earned a bachelor of arts degree at Rennes School of Business in 2002.

He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Financial Engineering from SKEMA Business School. ^[3] To further specialize in emerging technologies, d'Haussy completed a program in Blockchain Strategy at Be9Lab Academy, solidifying his expertise in the sector. ^[2]​

Career

Charles d'Haussy's career spans traditional finance, public sector FinTech development, and executive leadership roles in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries. He has over 15 years of experience in Hong Kong's private sector and holds a securities license. ^[2]​

Early Career and Transition to FinTech

d'Haussy began his career in the traditional financial services sector, holding various positions in Paris and Hong Kong, including a role at HSBC. ^[3] This foundational experience in traditional finance gave him a unique perspective on the disruption and opportunities presented by financial technology. His early background also included entrepreneurial ventures and executive roles in FinTech startups before he moved into more prominent public and private sector positions. ^[1]​

Head of FinTech, Invest Hong Kong (2016–2018)

In 2016, d'Haussy was appointed Head of FinTech at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), the government department responsible for attracting foreign direct investment. ^{[3] [1]}

In this role, he led the Hong Kong government's initiatives to develop and promote the city as a leading international FinTech hub. During his tenure, he was instrumental in cultivating the local ecosystem, providing support that aided the growth of over 450 FinTech firms. ^[2]​

One of his most significant achievements at InvestHK was co-founding Hong Kong Fintech Week. The event has since grown into a major annual conference in Asia, attracting global industry leaders, investors, and innovators to the region. ^[2]​

ConsenSys (2018–2022)

After his tenure with the Hong Kong government, d'Haussy joined ConsenSys, a major blockchain technology company focused on the Ethereum ecosystem. He held senior leadership positions, including Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific region and Global Head of Business Development. ^{[3] [2]}​

At ConsenSys, he was responsible for scaling the company's operations and building its presence across the Asia-Pacific market. His work involved driving the adoption of enterprise blockchain solutions and fostering the regional developer ecosystem. ^[3]

He also focused on strategic initiatives such as developing central bank digital currency (CBDC) projects in collaboration with various national banks, placing him at the intersection of public finance and decentralized technology. ^[2]​

Bit Digital (2022–2023)

From May 2022 to October 2023, d'Haussy served as the Chief Strategy Officer for Bit Digital (NASDAQ: BTBT), a publicly traded digital asset company. ^[3] In this executive role, he led the company's strategic initiatives and diversification efforts beyond its core business of Bitcoin mining. A key part of his strategy was overseeing the development of Bit Digital's Ethereum staking business. This made Bit Digital one of the first publicly traded companies to implement a treasury strategy of holding, managing, and staking Ethereum, diversifying its digital asset holdings and revenue streams. ^{[1] [3]}​

dYdX Foundation (2023–Present)

In October 2023, d'Haussy was appointed CEO of the dYdX Foundation, an independent, non-profit organization based in Zug, Switzerland. ^[3] The foundation's mission is to support the dYdX protocol, a prominent decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol specializing in crypto perpetual futures. ^[1]​

As CEO, d'Haussy leads the foundation's work in fostering the dYdX protocol's growth and decentralization. This includes overseeing ecosystem development, promoting community-led governance, and engaging with the community to expand the dYdX protocol and the fully decentralized dYdX Chain. ^[1]​

Advisory and Board Roles

In addition to his executive roles, d'Haussy serves as an advisor to several financial and technology companies.

• Bit Digital (NASDAQ: BTBT): After his tenure as Chief Strategy Officer, d'Haussy transitioned to a role as Advisor for Crypto, where he continues to provide strategic counsel on cryptocurrency-related matters to the digital asset company. ^{[2] [1]}
• CIGP: He is also an advisor for CIGP, an independent financial advisory group. Founded in Geneva in 1964, CIGP has an international presence with offices in locations including Hong Kong, London, Milan, and Dubai. ^[1]

Publications

d'Haussy has co-authored two books that examine the development of blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystems in key global regions.

Block Kong

In February 2021, d'Haussy co-authored Block Kong: 21 Interviews with Entrepreneurs and Financiers Leading Blockchain in Hong Kong with Jame DiBiasio. ^[1] The book features a collection of interviews with 21 influential founders and leaders who have been instrumental in establishing Hong Kong's blockchain industry. It documents the city's evolution from a traditional financial center to a hub for blockchain innovation by profiling its key pioneers. ^{[2] [3]}​

Arabian Crypto

d'Haussy's second book, Arabian Crypto UAE Edition, was published in 2025. ^[1] This work chronicles the rapid growth of the crypto industry in the United Arab Emirates, with a specific focus on the emerging hubs of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The book's synopsis notes, "The United Arab Emirates has exploded onto the crypto scene. Every important player, from exchanges to DeFi founders to tradfi bankers, is setting up shop in Dubai or Abu Dhabi." In conjunction with the book, a dedicated website, ArabianCrypto.xyz, and a Substack newsletter were launched to further explore the region's crypto landscape. ^[1]​