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Ex-HSBC UK chief exec takes on top role managing Facebook’s crypto project Libra

Emmett spent 25 years at HSBC and has built up vast experience across the bank's strategy, technology and operations segments

James Emmett
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James Emmet has been appointed managing director of Libra Networks, Facebook-backed cryptocurrency venture.

The former HSBC UK chief executive, who officially retires from the global lender this month, steps into the role on 1 October, Geneva-based Libra said in a 17 September announcement.

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