Barak Ben-Ezer

Barak Ben-Ezer is a prominent entrepreneur and the CEO and Founder of SFB Technologies, Inc., a company focused on creating digital currency infrastructure. He has been in this role since January 2018, during which SFB Technologies was appointed by the Marshall Islands to design and develop the Sovereign (SOV), the world's first digital legal tender.2

Professional Background

• SFB Technologies, Inc.: As CEO, Ben-Ezer is leading efforts to build infrastructure for countries to issue digital money.
• Neema - Banking the Unbanked: Prior to SFB, he co-founded Neema, a fintech company aimed at providing financial services to unbanked workers in the Middle East. Under his leadership, Neema facilitated over a billion shekels in remittances in 2021 and secured significant funding from major banks.2
• LibraTrade: He also co-founded LibraTrade, which developed an advanced mobile trading platform that became a leader in its field shortly after the release of smartphones like the iPhone.2

Education

Barak Ben-Ezer holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Economics from Columbia University (2002-2006) and participated in Y Combinator's W17 cohort in 2017.2

Skills and Interests

Ben-Ezer is recognized for his expertise in fintech and blockchain technologies. His interests include fostering top talent and engaging with startups and deep tech initiatives.12

His contributions to the tech industry, particularly in digital finance, position him as a notable figure in the ongoing evolution of financial technologies.