Just-In: Interactive Brokers Debuts BTC, ETH, & Other Crypto Trading Services In the UK

Interactive Brokers, a leading global electronic broker, has announced a groundbreaking move by launching cryptocurrency trading services in the United Kingdom. This development marks a significant expansion of investment opportunities for both individual and institutional clients, offering seamless access to popular digital assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) alongside traditional investment products.

Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading Service In The UK

Interactive Brokers has revolutionized the investment landscape in the UK with the introduction of cryptocurrency trading services. This new offering allows clients of Interactive Brokers (U.K.) Limited (IBUK) to trade a diverse range of digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC), ETH, LTC, and BCH, seamlessly integrated within the platform’s existing suite of investment products.

Meanwhile, Gerald Perez, Chief Executive Officer at Interactive Brokers (U.K.) Limited, emphasized the enhanced flexibility and accessibility that cryptocurrency trading brings to UK clients. By incorporating digital assets into its platform, Interactive Brokers enables investors to diversify their portfolios across various markets and asset classes, providing exposure to the burgeoning crypto market alongside traditional securities.

According to the announcement, the Interactive Brokers’ clients can now conveniently manage both their securities brokerage and cryptocurrency accounts through a unified platform. It would aid in streamlining cash management and eliminating the need for multiple trading platforms. 

Meanwhile, this integrated approach not only enhances the trading experience but also empowers financial advisers to efficiently allocate client assets, incorporating cryptocurrencies as part of a diversified investment strategy.

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Low Fees and Regulatory Compliance

Interactive Brokers ensures competitive pricing for cryptocurrency trading, with commissions ranging from 0.12% to 0.18% of trade value, depending on monthly volume, and a minimum order fee of USD 1.75. Besides, clients benefit from tight spreads, transparent pricing, and no added spreads, markups, or custody fees, enhancing cost-effectiveness and transparency in crypto trading.

On the other hand, the firm says that regulatory compliance is paramount for them, with IBUK registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a crypto assets firm under UK regulations. The platform ensures compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and financial regulatory requirements, providing clients with peace of mind and regulatory assurance.

As the demand for cryptocurrency investments continues to surge, Interactive Brokers’ foray into the UK crypto market represents a significant milestone in bridging traditional finance with the digital asset ecosystem. With seamless access to cryptocurrencies and a focus on crypto regulation, Interactive Brokers is poised to redefine the landscape of crypto trading in the UK.

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