GlobalBlock, part of GCEX Group, has launched a digital asset offering for clients in the United Kingdom, introducing services designed to provide access to cryptocurrency trading and settlement through institutional infrastructure.
The offering is available through the GlobalBlock platform and targets high net worth individuals, family offices, asset managers and corporate clients seeking access to digital asset markets.
The company said financial promotions for the service were approved for communication by Archax Limited under the United Kingdom financial promotions regime for cryptoassets.
Digital Asset Platform Targets Professional Investors
The GlobalBlock platform provides over the counter execution services for cryptocurrency trading alongside portfolio solutions for eligible clients.
The system also includes digital asset settlement and invoicing tools designed for corporate users.
The services are supported by the infrastructure and liquidity network of GCEX Group.
David Thomas, Co Founder of GlobalBlock, commented, “This launch is the culmination of everything we have been building, a complete digital assets offering for clients who want to trade, invest and transact in crypto.”
Thomas said the platform combines the liquidity and infrastructure of the GCEX Group with operational controls designed to support professional clients.
The company stated that the launch also represents the integration of GlobalBlock into the GCEX ecosystem after the acquisition completed in September 2025.
Takeaway
GlobalBlock has launched a digital asset trading and settlement platform for UK clients supported by the infrastructure and liquidity network of GCEX Group.
Financial Promotions Approval Supports UK Market Access
Financial promotions for the new crypto offering were approved for communication by Archax Limited under Section 21 of the United Kingdom financial promotions regime.
The arrangement allows firms to communicate cryptoasset related promotions to UK audiences when approved by an authorised firm.
Ben Brown, Chief Compliance Officer at Archax, commented, “Through this service, our mission is to partner with digital asset firms so they can navigate the FCA financial promotions regime.”
Brown said the service allows companies to engage with UK audiences while remaining aligned with regulatory requirements and guidance.
GlobalBlock and GCEX stated that their cryptoasset services are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority because cryptocurrency activities are not currently regulated in the United Kingdom.
The companies said the structure allows them to communicate services through an approved financial promotions framework.
Takeaway
The UK crypto offering operates under a financial promotions approval arrangement provided by Archax under the Section 21 regime.
GCEX Expands Multi Jurisdiction Digital Asset Infrastructure
The digital asset services form part of GCEX Group’s broader regulatory framework spanning several jurisdictions.
GCEX holds authorisation for foreign exchange and contracts for difference products through the Financial Conduct Authority.
The group also operates under a crypto asset service provider licence under the European Union Markets in Crypto Assets regulation.
In the United Arab Emirates the company holds a Virtual Asset Service Provider licence issued by the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority.
Lars Holst, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GCEX Group, commented that the company invests in regulatory frameworks and governance systems across its operating jurisdictions.
Holst said the regulatory structure allows the company to serve institutional clients through entities authorised in different markets.
GCEX provides digital prime brokerage infrastructure for digital assets and foreign exchange markets and maintains offices in London, Copenhagen, Glasgow, Kuala Lumpur and Dubai.
Takeaway
GCEX Group operates digital asset and FX infrastructure under multiple regulatory frameworks across Europe, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.
