Galaxy Digital Inc. CAO Robert Rico to Resign Effective Sept 30, 2026

What Happened
Galaxy Digital Inc. filed an 8-K on August 5, 2026 (Item 5.02) announcing that Robert Rico has notified the company he will resign as Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and principal accounting officer (PAO), effective September 30, 2026, to pursue an opportunity outside the company. The filing states his resignation is not due to any disagreement with the company or its officers or employees, and Mr. Rico will continue to serve as CAO and PAO until a permanent replacement is named.

Key Details

• Filing date: August 5, 2026 (Form 8-K, Item 5.02).
• Effective resignation date: September 30, 2026.
• Roles affected: Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer.
• Reason given: pursuing an opportunity outside the company; not due to any disagreements.
• The company acknowledged his many years of service and Mr. Rico will remain in his roles during the transition.

Why It Matters
A CAO/PAO departure affects leadership over financial reporting, accounting controls, and quarterly/annual close processes. For investors, the key facts to watch are how quickly Galaxy Digital names a qualified successor and whether the transition affects the timeliness or quality of financial disclosures. The filing indicates no disagreement with management, which reduces immediate governance concerns, but investors should monitor future announcements about the replacement and any interim arrangements.