Dealer Principal

Definition ∞ A dealer principal is an individual who holds ultimate executive authority and responsibility for the operation and compliance of a financial dealership or brokerage. In contexts related to digital assets, this person oversees adherence to regulatory requirements, manages operational risks, and ensures the ethical conduct of trading activities. The dealer principal is accountable for all business dealings and personnel. This role is central to maintaining legal and ethical standards.
Context ∞ The discussion surrounding dealer principals in the digital asset space often pertains to the extension of traditional financial regulations to cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms. A key debate involves defining the scope of responsibility for dealer principals in decentralized or pseudo-anonymous environments. Future developments may include specialized certification or licensing requirements for dealer principals operating within the digital asset industry.