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Tom Higgins, CEO of Gold-i, speaks about the partnership with FXecosystem to provide managed IT services for retail brokers, enhancing their MT4 offerings and operational efficiency.
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GOLD-i PARTNERS WITH FXECOSYSTEM TO OFFER COMPLETE MANAGED IT SERVICE

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Posted on February 28, 2014

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· Last updated: December 11, 2018

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Gold-i and FXecosystem Announce New Partnership

Trading systems integrator, Gold-i has partnered with FXecosystem™ to offer a complete managed IT service to retail brokers wishing to offer MT4 to their clients.

Managed IT Solutions for MT4 Brokers

Ideal for start-up brokerages or companies which do not have a server room or in-house IT support, this latest service from Gold-i enables brokers anywhere in the world to have a fast and reliable MT4 offering without needing any in-house technology. Using a combination of Gold-i’s Hosted and Managed Services, brokers’ software and hardware will be supported 24×7.

Tom Higgins, CEO Of Gold-I

Tom Higgins, CEO Of Gold-I

Key Features of the Managed IT Service

As part of the new offering, Gold-i and FXecosystem, the market leader in FX outsourced connectivity, will work closely with the client to determine the most appropriate hardware set-up and datacentre location for low latency FX hosting and connectivity.  Gold-i will load the MT4 licence, connect MT4 to its super low latency Gold-i Gate Bridge and be responsible for the daily management of the system.

Tom Higgins, CEO of Gold-i comments, “We are seeing an increasing number of brokers who want to purchase an MT4 licence and outsource all hardware and software. We are able to offer consultancy on the most appropriate hardware and software for a particular broker and can then set up and manage all the required technology, enabling the broker to focus entirely on client servicing and business growth.

“We envisage our hosted service will be a big growth area for Gold-i. We selected FXecosystem, a specialist in the FX arena, as our hosting partner because of their technical expertise and global reach in delivering low latency network connectivity.”

Industry Leaders Weigh In on the Collaboration

James Banister, CEO of FXecosystem adds, “We are pleased to partner with Gold-i to provide Institutional level proximity connectivity to the retail FX sector which is seeking enhanced reliability for connectivity to their banks and trading counterparties. Our service allows for rapid scalability as these clients grow globally.”

About FXecosystem and Gold-i

FXecosystem is a provider of outsourced connectivity services for the FX market, providing optimised network solutions for trading infrastructures. Comprising low latency network connectivity, co-location/proximity hosting and fully-managed services, its clients benefit from enhanced trade execution and the operational efficiencies which are generated as a result. For more information, please visitwww.fxecosystem.com

Gold-i is the global leader in multi-asset trading systems integration. Its flagship product, the super low latency Gold-i Gate Bridge enables banks and brokers to connect MetaTrader to external (or internal) liquidity providers in the most effective and cost efficient manner. It automatically covers all retail broker risks with banks in real time and gives clients access to over 50 liquidity providers. Gold-i’s product portfolio includes the Gold-i Gate Link post trade integration tool and over 20 risk management and execution tools (Gold-i Bolt-Ons). For more information, please visit www.gold-i.com

Key Takeaways

  • Gold‑i and FXecosystem now offer brokers a fully managed MT4 hosting service including hardware, software, and low‑latency connectivity.
  • The service targets start‑up or lean brokerages lacking in‑house IT by providing 24×7 support via Gold‑i’s Bridge and FXecosystem’s hosting.
  • Gold‑i handles MT4 licensing, setup, and daily management while FXecosystem advises on data‑centre location and connectivity.
  • The collaboration leverages Gold‑i’s super‑low latency Gate Bridge and FXecosystem’s global outsourced FX connectivity expertise.
  • Brokers benefit from scalable, reliable MT4 infrastructure allowing focus on client servicing and business growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the managed IT service cover?
It includes MT4 license loading, hardware and software setup, low‑latency connectivity via Gold‑i Gate Bridge, and daily system management with 24×7 support.
Who is this service ideal for?
It’s aimed at start‑up or lean retail FX brokerages lacking server rooms or in‑house IT capability but wishing to offer MT4 to clients.
What roles do Gold‑i and FXecosystem play?
Gold‑i handles licensing, system setup, and management using its low‑latency Gate Bridge, while FXecosystem provides consultancy on hardware, data‑centre placement, and global connectivity.
Why choose this partnership?
It allows brokers to outsource technology infrastructure and focus on business growth, benefiting from institutional‑grade hosting and scalability.
Does the service support global deployment?
Yes, FXecosystem’s global reach ensures low‑latency hosting options across regions, enabling scalable global expansion.

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