Leonardo Bonetti, the Chief Executive who directs Credit Finance Ltd’s strategic path, has steered NOVA through a period of rising attention from banks that seek steadier systems for cross-border activity. Interest around NOVA began building long before its presence at Sibos, though the event placed Credit Finance Ltd in a clearer view of institutions seeking systems that reduce friction in settlement and compliance tasks. Interest surged once executives witnessed how the platform handled obstacles that often slow these processes. Bonetti’s team responded by outlining an expansion plan anchored in workforce growth and formal engagement with authorities across several regions.
NOVA’s appeal rests on its ability to sit between established institutions and newer technologies. It draws from blockchain methods while respecting regulatory expectations that govern how liquidity flows through different jurisdictions. Bonetti has argued that this balance strengthens trust. “Financial systems must evolve to meet the demands of a digital economy,” he said. His view aligns with institutions that look for systems capable of supporting transactions without asking them to abandon long-standing frameworks.
Credit Finance Ltd sits in London, which continues to attract firms that work on advanced transaction systems. The company held 120 employees at the start of the year, yet its plan calls for a rise to 1,000 staff members by the end of 2026. Bonetti sees this rise in workforce as essential to meeting demand from banks and regulators. “With NOVA, we are building bridges across borders, enabling institutions to operate with greater efficiency and trust,” he said during a briefing.
Recruitment will focus on engineering, compliance specialists, and researchers who monitor new frameworks adopted by authorities. This talent push supports NOVA’s broader strategy, which includes helping institutions navigate differences across financial regions. Bonetti’s academic background in economics, law, and computational finance shapes the company’s method, and colleagues often reference his tendency to blend technical knowledge with clear narratives when speaking to investors and regulators.
Expansion Strategy Gains Structure
Reports from Sibos stated that NOVA secured multi-billion commitments from banks that tested early versions of the platform. Those agreements offered Credit Finance Ltd a clear runway for its next phase. The company responded by mapping out three pillars: expansion across key regions, expanded staffing, and deeper work with oversight bodies. Regional hubs across North America, Europe, and Asia will support clients in each area. Engineers will adapt the platform so it meets requirements specific to each jurisdiction. Compliance teams will stay close to authorities who review how the platform handles liquidity.
The inverted-pyramid view places workforce growth at the top. Without a larger team, none of the planned regional hubs can support widening demand. A tenfold increase signals confidence in long-term interest from institutions that tested the system. It also indicates an environment where banks look for systems that lower friction without pushing them into untested models.
Attention then moves to regulatory engagement. Credit Finance Ltd intends to deepen its advisory roles with central banks and similar authorities. These relationships matter because each jurisdiction maintains its own standards for settlement timelines, liquidity buffers, and oversight reporting. NOVA aims to simplify those requirements by gathering the essential tasks into a single platform, though each authority still sets the boundaries that must be followed. Credit Finance Ltd states that its cooperation model intends to reduce confusion and strengthen cross-border flow, though the company accepts that authorities will expect strict adherence to their own frameworks.
Regional expansion forms the third layer. Banks that tested the platform during Sibos often expressed interest in closer support, which pushed Credit Finance Ltd to design hubs that can respond with shorter turnaround times. Each hub will host teams trained to handle technical issues, compliance concerns, and system updates. This structure allows clients to receive assistance that accounts for their local regulations while remaining connected to the broader system.
A Turning Point For NOVA’s Ambition
Bonetti’s message to institutions remains steady. He envisions a platform that sits within the rules of each jurisdiction while smoothing the path between them. “As we expand NOVA globally, our mission is clear: to shape the future of financial infrastructure by fostering transparency, resilience, and systemic innovation,” he said. His company now carries a plan built on staffing, cooperation with authorities, and region-specific support centers. With these pieces in motion, NOVA steps into its next phase with an agenda shaped by demand from banks seeking steadier systems for cross-border activity.
