IG is re-entering the UK crypto trading market

IG has relaunched crypto trading for retail investors in the UK, offering more than 55 digital tokens, including major coins such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple.

Key conclusions

• IG is the first company listed on the London Stock Exchange to offer crypto to retail investors in the UK with an FCA licence.
• Crypto can be traded 24/7 with a minimum investment of £1 and commissions from 1.49% per trade.
• Cryptos are available on IG’s suite of software, including desktop and mobile apps through trading and investment accounts.

Investing in crypto, even through an FCA regulated broker, remains high risk – you can lose all your invested capital.

IG secures the FCA’s Crypto Assets License

IG has received a crypto asset license from the UK Financial Conduct Authority. This allows it to offer crypto-asset services to retail traders. Users can buy, sell, store and analyze crypto markets on IG trading platforms.

The move is important for active traders and crypto-investors seeking access to digital currencies alongside traditional financial markets. Crypto can be traded and exchanged alongside the broker’s other 17,000+ instruments, including UK shares, major indices such as the FTSE, forex, commodities and ETFs.

When you open the IG web platform, “Cryptocurrency” can be found in the search bar on the left side and added to the workspace area.

About IG

IG is part of IG Group Holdings Plc, a company traded on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker IGG.

Authorized by the FCA, among more than 10 other financial authorities, and with more than 50 years of experience, it is a trusted brand that has been awarded the title of “Safest Broker” by DayTrading.com.

Clients have access to a range of tools, from ProRealTime software to MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and TradingView in some regions.

New customers can open an IG account with no minimum deposit.

Founded in 1974, IG is part of IG Group Holdings Plc, a publicly traded brokerage (LSE: IGG). The brand offers spread betting, CFDs and currency trading on an almost unrivaled selection of over 17,000 markets, with a range of user-friendly platforms and investment programs. For 50 years, IG has maintained its position as an industry leader, excelling in all key areas for traders.

Spread betting and CFDs are complex instruments and involve a high risk of losing money quickly due to leverage. 67% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spreads and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spreads and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing money.