Stephen Hudson

Stephen Hudson is a seasoned professional in the field of financial crime compliance, currently serving as the Director and Global Head of AML/CFT at Kraken Digital Asset Exchange since January 2023, with prior roles including Head of AML/CFT for Europe and Interim Head of Compliance in Ireland. Hudson's career spans over 15 years, with significant positions such as Director of Financial Crime Compliance at Grant Thornton Ireland, Deputy MLRO at permanent tsb, and AML/CFT Compliance Manager at New Ireland Assurance. Early experience includes various AML/CFT roles at the Central Bank of Ireland and in financial services roles at Standard Life International, Citibank, and State Street. Hudson holds multiple professional certificates from University College Dublin in Financial Crime Prevention, Conduct Risk, and Compliance.