Curve brings in former CEO of UK Payment Systems Regulator

London-based PayTech venture Curve has appointed Hannah Nixon to advise on its regulatory activities and relationships.

Nixon was the first CEO of the UK’s Payment Systems Regulator. Curve has developed a platform that consolidates several cards and accounts into one smart card and app.

“Hannah’s remarkable experience working with some of the most respected regulatory organisations in the world is a huge asset to the Curve team,” says Shachar Bialick, Curve’s Founder and CEO.

“We are continuously innovating and constantly pushing the boundaries of payments models and for that we needed someone of the highest calibre to guide our regulatory strategy as we scale our operation throughout Europe and the US.”

“I’m delighted to be joining Curve, a brilliantly dynamic and innovative company in a uniquely exciting sector. The payments sector is flourishing with meaningful innovation that can truly change people’s lives for the better,” says Nixon.

“One of the key roles of the PSR is to open markets and drive innovation. That’s something that I am passionate about and I shall be drawing on my regulatory experience to help Curve navigate through the regulatory landscape as the company continues its rapid growth.”

Prior to joining the PSR, Nixon held several senior positions within regulatory bodies across various industries and is also currently a NED of National Grid Electricity System Operator and the Channel Islands Competition and Regulatory Authority. She was also previously a Senior Partner at Ofgem, the GB gas and electricity regulator.