Key facts
- Asif Razaq has taken on new responsibilities at BNP Paribas in 2026.
- Razaq is the global head of strategy for Cortex, the bank's single-dealer platform.
- Razaq is also the head of AI and strategic development for FICC markets at BNP Paribas.
Asif Razaq, who has been with BNP Paribas since 2010 and is associated with its foreign exchange execution algorithms like Chameleon, Viper, Iguana, and Rex, has taken on expanded responsibilities. In 2026, he is set to lead strategy for Cortex, the bank's single-dealer platform, and will also head AI and strategic development for FICC (Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities) markets. This dual role indicates a strategic push by BNP Paribas to integrate artificial intelligence and advanced technological projects across its financial markets operations.