{"id":33451,"date":"2026-03-19T13:43:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T13:43:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buvei.com\/blog\/?p=33451"},"modified":"2026-03-19T13:43:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T13:43:16","slug":"ig-owned-crypto-exchange-expands-apac-with-corporate-products","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buvei.com\/blog\/ig-owned-crypto-exchange-expands-apac-with-corporate-products\/","title":{"rendered":"IG-Owned Crypto Exchange Expands APAC with Corporate Products"},"content":{"rendered":"

Independent Reserve<\/strong>, the crypto exchange owned by IG Group, is expanding its offerings in the Asia Pacific (APAC)<\/strong> region with a focus on corporate payments and yield products. Set for launch in the second half of 2026<\/strong>, these new products will cater to the growing demand from corporate and institutional clients seeking regulated, scalable crypto infrastructure.\"\"<\/p>\n

A New Phase of Expansion<\/h2>\n

The new offerings are part of Independent Reserve\u2019s<\/strong> next phase of regional expansion, which follows its recent acquisition by IG Group<\/strong>. These products will be built upon the exchange's existing regulated infrastructure<\/strong>, and though subject to regulatory approval, the company is gearing up to meet the increasing demand for crypto services among businesses in Singapore, Australia, and the UAE<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Lasanka Perera, CEO of Independent Reserve Singapore, said:<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe\u2019re seeing stronger demand from corporates and institutions for infrastructure that is regulated, scalable, and built for long-term participation. These new products are an extension of how we\u2019ve been evolving our platform, continuing to build on the governance and compliance discipline we\u2019re known for.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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IG\u2019s Global Expertise Supports Growth<\/h2>\n

IG Group<\/strong>, a well-known financial services provider listed on the FTSE 100<\/strong>, closed its acquisition of Independent Reserve<\/strong> earlier this year. The acquisition is expected to provide the crypto exchange<\/strong> with a significant boost, leveraging IG\u2019s global scale and institutional expertise to support growth across APAC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Independent Reserve<\/strong> noted that IG\u2019s backing would help expand its crypto offerings, with the platform set to introduce new solutions tailored to meet the needs of corporate clients.<\/p>\n

Performance and Growth in APAC<\/h2>\n

Independent Reserve<\/strong>, headquartered in Australia<\/strong>, has seen impressive growth. The exchange generated A$35.3 million<\/strong> in revenue for FY25<\/strong>, up sharply from A$18.8 million<\/strong> the previous year. Its EBITDA<\/strong> reached A$9.9 million<\/strong>, with a margin of 28.2%<\/strong>. As of the sale, the exchange boasted 129,400 funded accounts<\/strong> and A$1.7 billion in assets under custody<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Matt Macklin, Managing Director of APAC & Middle East at IG, said:<\/p>\n

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\u201cSingapore is a core market for IG, and Independent Reserve<\/strong> plays a central role in our digital assets strategy, serving as a springboard for regional growth.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\"\"Looking Ahead: Expanding Regional Presence<\/h2>\n

The acquisition of Independent Reserve<\/strong> and its focus on corporate crypto services<\/strong> signals IG Group\u2019s strong commitment to growing its digital assets strategy<\/strong> in the APAC region. As regulatory frameworks solidify and demand for institutional-grade crypto services increases, IG and Independent Reserve<\/strong> are positioning themselves to be at the forefront of crypto adoption in Asia Pacific<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Key Takeaways:<\/p>\n