GCEX Enhances Fiat On/Off-Ramp Capabilities in Europe and UAE via OpenPayd
GC platform FZE and GC platform A/S, part of GCEX Group, a rapidly growing regulated digital prime brokerage, have selected OpenPayd, a leading provider of embedded financial infrastructure, to power the next phase of their global expansion and strengthen their fiat banking capabilities.
Through this partnership, GCEX will integrate OpenPayd’s regulated payments and banking infrastructure to deliver quicker, more efficient, and compliant fiat settlement services for institutional and professional clients, including brokers, hedge funds, and asset managers. The collaboration enhances GCEX’s fiat on/off-ramp capabilities across Europe and the UAE, enabling cross-border transactions with greater speed, security, and transparency.
Clients onboarded in Europe now gain real-time access to EUR and GBP transactions, while those onboarded in the UAE benefit from quicker USD access. Together, these enhancements expand liquidity management options and streamline fiat settlement across key jurisdictions.
Takeaway
Delivering quicker, Compliant Payment Infrastructure
OpenPayd’s financial infrastructure is built to meet the stringent requirements of regulated financial institutions and fintech innovators. Through this integration, GCEX clients will gain:
- Greater payment efficiency across USD, EUR, and GBP.
- Streamlined settlement processes with fewer intermediaries and quicker execution times.
- Secure, compliant banking rails that adhere to top-tier regulatory and transparency standards.
These capabilities allow GCEX to offer real-time SEPA and global banking connections while maintaining the security and compliance frameworks that institutional clients demand. The partnership is expected to significantly improve cross-border liquidity management, eliminate settlement friction, and enhance the overall client experience for professional traders and asset managers.
Takeaway
Leadership Commentary: Strengthening Institutional-Grade Fiat Access
Lars Holst, CEO and Founder of GCEX, said the partnership marks a major milestone in enhancing the firm’s fiat ecosystem:
“This partnership with OpenPayd is an significant step in strengthening our fiat capabilities for institutional and professional clients. At GCEX, we are committed to delivering secure, transparent and efficient access to deep liquidity and regulated custody answers. By integrating OpenPayd’s real-time SEPA payment rails, GC platform A/S clients in Europe gain improved access to EUR and GBP settlements, while our GC platform FZE clients benefit from quicker USD, EUR or GBP transactions. Together, these enhancements elevate the trading experience for our clients and ensure the highest standards of compliance across jurisdictions.”
Lux Thiagarajah, Chief Commercial Officer at OpenPayd, emphasized the strategic alignment:
“We’re proud to have been selected by GCEX as they expand their global operations. As digital asset markets evolve, institutional clients need financial infrastructure that can keep pace with their demands. Our focus is to assist businesses move and manage money globally and, through this partnership, GCEX can ensure their clients benefit from quick and flexible access to global banking networks.”
