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UBS parts with chief tech officer, promises 'smooth' integration process

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Posted on December 15, 2025

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BERLIN, Dec 15 (Reuters) - UBS' chief operations and technology officer, Mike Dargan, will leave the Swiss bank at the end of the month, the company said on Monday, as it reorganises the board to

UBS CTO Leaves, Ensuring Smooth Credit Suisse Integration

BERLIN, ‌Dec 15 (Reuters) - UBS' chief operations and technology officer, ‍Mike Dargan, ‌will leave the Swiss bank at the end of ⁠the month, the company ‌said on Monday, as it reorganises the board to ensure smooth completion of its Credit Suisse integration process.

In future, the ⁠group technology function will report to incoming COO Beatriz Martin, who ​takes up the role from January 1, ‌the bank said in ⁠a statement.

This "will support smooth end-to-end operations, prioritise initiatives related to technology and artificial intelligence, and ensure a ​smooth completion of the remaining technology integration process", it added.

Last month, sources told Reuters that UBS was delaying the migration of some super-rich Credit Suisse clients to ​its ‍own platforms by ​several months, in what would be a rare setback following UBS' 2023 emergency takeover of the lender.

Dargan is set to move from UBS to the helm of online bank N26, where he will take over as chief ⁠executive officer in April 2026 pending regulatory approval, the German company said on ​Monday.

Chris Gelvin will serve as interim head of group technology at UBS, in addition to his current role as chief operating officer at ‌group technology, pending the appointment of a permanent replacement for Dargan, UBS said.

(Reporting by Rachel MoreEditing by Tomasz Janowski)

Key Takeaways

  • UBS CTO Mike Dargan will leave at the end of the month.
  • Beatriz Martin will oversee technology integration as new COO.
  • UBS aims for smooth Credit Suisse technology integration.
  • Chris Gelvin steps in as interim head of group technology.
  • Dargan to join N26 as CEO in April 2026.

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What is a Chief Technology Officer?
A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is an executive responsible for overseeing the development and correct application of technology within an organization, ensuring that technology aligns with business goals.
What is an integration process in banking?
An integration process in banking refers to the systematic approach of combining different systems, processes, or organizations to operate as a unified entity, often following mergers or acquisitions.
What is artificial intelligence in finance?
Artificial intelligence in finance refers to the use of algorithms and software to analyze data, automate processes, and enhance decision-making in financial services.

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