Marex and GFO-X Forge Game-Changing Alliance in Regulated Crypto Derivatives

Wall Street meets DeFi—but with paperwork. Marex and GFO-X just locked arms to launch institutional-grade digital asset derivatives, and regulators are actually smiling.

Why it matters: The partnership cracks open the door for TradFi giants to play in crypto’s riskiest sandbox—with compliance handrails. No more OTC whispers or offshore loopholes.

The fine print: Expect Bitcoin and Ethereum options, futures, and swaps wrapped in FCA-approved packaging. Liquidity pools will be deep enough to drown a central bank.

Bottom line: When suits and crypto anarchists shake hands, somebody’s getting rich—and it’s probably not retail traders. (Cue the ‘regulated innovation’ champagne toast.)

• Marex clients will gain access to Bitcoin index futures and options traded on GFO-X
• Partnership is expected to launch mid-September 2025 to meet growing institutional demand

Marex, a diversified global financial services platform, and GFO-X, the UK’s first FCA-regulated and centrally cleared digital asset derivatives trading venue, are pleased to announce their strategic partnership to meet growing institutional demand for secure, regulated access to digital asset derivatives.

As part of this partnership, Marex has committed to joining GFO-X as a Participant and will also join LCH SA’s DigitalAssetClear service as a Clearing Member, subject to the completion of LCH onboarding processes. Marex is targeting a go-live date in mid-September 2025.

Through this integration, Marex clients will gain access to Bitcoin index futures and options traded on GFO-X and centrally cleared via LCH DigitalAssetClear, ensuring robust risk management, collateral optimisation, and counterparty protection aligned with global financial standards. Marex’s strategic partnership with GFO-X, focused on both existing and future opportunities in the digital asset derivatives space, reflects the growing institutional demand for a secure and regulated digital asset infrastructure.

, commented:

“We are delighted to welcome Marex to the GFO-X ecosystem. Their deep expertise in derivatives and strong global client base make them a tremendous partner in our mission to deliver institutional-grade digital asset market access. Marex’s commitment reflects the rapidly growing demand and we look forward to working closely with them to scale the regulated, centrally cleared crypto derivatives market.”

commented:

“We are excited to be partnering with GFO-X on this new venture. This partnership will allow us to meet the increasing demand for digital asset derivatives, allowing us to best meet our clients’ needs.”

The partnership reflects a shared vision for a secure and scalable market structure that supports the stable long-term development of institutional digital asset derivatives.

Source: GFO-X