VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of International Women's Day, MEXC, —the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchange redefining the user-first approach to digital assets through true zero-fee trading—released its inaugural women in the workforce data. The figures span representation, leadership, hiring growth, technical contribution, and retention.
Women make up 43% of MEXC's total workforce — some 15 percentage points above the global technology industry average of 28%. At the management level, 40% of roles are held by women, with 15 in senior leadership positions. The distance between broad representation and decision-making authority — often where equity commitments quietly dissolve — is narrow at MEXC.
The hiring trajectory reinforces this: female hires have grown 49% year-on-year over three years, across 411 employees spanning APAC, EU, MENA, and LATAM. This is not growth concentrated in any single market or function — it is consistent, global, and accelerating.
Perhaps the most telling figure is the 85% post-maternity return-to-work rate, In an industry where research shows only 13% of mothers consider a full-time return after maternity leave viable, it points less to policy than to infrastructure — an environment where career continuity is the norm, not the exception.
Within the technical workforce, 195 women hold core roles in engineering and product. The platform ties this to the wider shortage of STEM and blockchain education pathways and says it will target the problem with dedicated research and financial literacy programs.
MEXC is committed to going further. Formalising wage equality confirmation and expanding visibility for women at global industry forums are priorities on its active agenda — the next markers on a trajectory that the data published today has begun to chart. The data published today is a baseline, not a verdict, and forms part of a commitment to annual disclosure.
The digital asset industry is still at a stage where its norms are being written. MEXC's view is that equitable access to opportunity, resources, and advancement within that industry should not be contingent on gender. The work that underpins that view is ongoing.
The full Workforce Report is available here.
About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being "Your Easiest Way to Crypto." Serving over 40 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
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MEXC Women in Workforce Data: Leading with 43% Female Representation and 49% YoY Growth
New facility strengthens global manufacturing capabilities through the strategic joint venture between OptiMIM and Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt. Ltd.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OptiMIM, a Form Technologies company, announces the official opening of the OptiMIM Global manufacturing facility in India, marking a significant milestone in the company's continued global expansion and regional manufacturing strategy.
The facility, established through the strategic joint venture between OptiMIM and Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt. Ltd. is designed to support customers across the world with advanced metal injection molding (MIM) solutions, localized engineering collaboration, and integrated tooling expertise.
The launch strengthens OptiMIM's global manufacturing footprint while enhancing regional customer support capabilities through the combination of OptiMIM's precision MIM expertise and Vasantha's established tooling and manufacturing capabilities.
"Our vision for OptiMIM Global was to create a strong regional manufacturing and engineering presence that allows us to better support customers across Asia and Europe while complementing our existing global operations," said Marc Riquelme, President of OptiMIM and Signicast. "The official opening of this facility represents an important step in expanding our ability to deliver global advanced MIM solutions to customers in key growth markets."
Dayanand Reddy, Managing Director, Vasantha Tool Crafts added, "We are excited to join forces with OptiMIM to push the boundaries of MIM technology. Our complementary strengths in high-precision manufacturing and innovative design will drive new possibilities for our customers across various industries."
The India facility will support a range of industries including medical, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, and aerospace applications. By combining advanced MIM manufacturing capabilities with integrated tooling support, OptiMIM Global is positioned to provide customers with enhanced collaboration, regional responsiveness, and scalable production support throughout the product lifecycle.
The opening of OptiMIM Global reflects the company's continued investment in innovation and advanced precision metal injection molding. With its expanded manufacturing capabilities, OptiMIM Global is well positioned to help customers accelerate the development and production of complex, high-performance components.
About OptiMIM
OptiMIM, a Form Technologies company, is a leading provider of advanced metal injection molding (MIM) solutions, delivering high-performance precision components for demanding applications across the medical, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, and aerospace industries. Combining advanced materials expertise with state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, OptiMIM supports customers globally with scalable, high-quality production solutions. Learn more at OptiMIM.com.
About Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt.Ltd.
Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt. Ltd., established in 1989 in Hyderabad, India, is a leader in high-precision plastic injection molds and metal injection molding (MIM) solutions. Serving industries such as FMCG, healthcare, and consumer durables, the company has delivered over 4,000 Class 101 molds worldwide. Vasantha's advanced manufacturing capabilities include robotic automation, 3D metal printing, and in-house vacuum heat treatment. The company operates five state-of-the-art facilities across three continents. For more information, visit vasantha.com.
About Form Technologies
Form Technologies is a global manufacturing group focused on advanced precision component solutions through its portfolio of leading brands, including Dynacast, Signicast, and OptiMIM. For more information, visit formtechnologies.com.
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OptiMIM Announces Official Opening of OptiMIM Global Manufacturing Facility in India
