Tanya Denisova, former COO of Robinhood Crypto, joins Agora as Operations Head, overseeing AUSD stablecoin operations amid significant growth.
Tanya Denisova, the former Chief Operating Officer of Robinhood Crypto, has been appointed as the head of operations at Agora, a prominent stablecoin issuer.
Denisova to Enhance Agora's AUSD Operations Amid Rapid Growth
Agora announced Denisova's new role, highlighting her extensive experience in managing operations in the regulated cryptocurrency space. She will also take on the role of COO for Agora's upcoming National Trust Bank, pending regulatory approval.
Denisova's tenure at Robinhood lasted six years, where she played a crucial role in overseeing operations across U.S. and European markets. Her leadership contributed to the growth of Robinhood Crypto into a significant business unit, focusing on critical areas such as settlement, liquidity, and trading execution.
Agora's flagship product, the AUSD stablecoin, has seen remarkable success, processing over $20 billion in transfer volume in the first quarter of 2026, a staggering increase of 355% year-over-year. This growth underscores the demand for regulated stablecoin solutions in the financial sector.
Agora, co-founded by Nick van Eck and Drake Evans, aims to provide innovative stablecoin products to fintech companies and financial institutions, leveraging blockchain technology to facilitate efficient dollar transfers and programmable payments.
Nick van Eck noted Denisova's pivotal role in scaling operations at Robinhood, stating, "When Tanya joined, Robinhood Crypto's operations team consisted of just three people. During her time there, she helped scale it into a multi-billion dollar business unit." He emphasized that her expertise will be essential as Agora continues to expand its offerings and regulatory footprint.
