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By liquidity news Financial Market October 9, 2025

INFINOX Owner Group Buys Cyprus-Based Broker Skilling

​An investor group led by Marc Joppeck, which also owns the global trading brand INFINOX, has announced the acquisition of CySEC-licensed CFDs broker Skilling.com. The deal is currently pending final regulatory approval.​

About the Acquisition

The acquisition follows several months of due diligence and negotiations. The financial details remain confidential. The transaction strengthens the group’s presence in competitive trading regions and enhances access to innovative trading solutions for clients worldwide.

​Who Owns and Leads Skilling

Skilling was founded in 2016. It was controlled by former Betsafe CEO André Lavold. The company operates under a CySEC CIF license in Cyprus for EU clients and through Skilling Seychelles Ltd for offshore operations. Its headquarters and management are based mainly in Cyprus, led by CEO George Kyriakoudes.

Skilling has a strong reputation for its intuitive trading platforms, innovative tools, and localized services. These features create a multi-brand ecosystem that provides long-term value and broader choice for retail clients across global markets.

​What It Means for Skilling Clients

Clients of Skilling can expect immediate benefits, including:

  • ​Access to deeper liquidity through the group’s global relationships
  • A wider range of trading instruments
  • Enhanced security through international regulatory support
  • Combined technology and infrastructure from both brands

​Future of the Skilling Brand

Skilling will continue to operate under its existing brand name. It will utilise the group’s advanced technology stack, compliance expertise, and international licenses. It ensures the preservation of Skilling’s unique market strengths while driving efficiency, product development, and expansion in mobile trading and payment solutions.

About INFINOX 

INFINOX is an online trading provider. It offers multiple services focusing on forex, equities, commodities, and cryptocurrency CFDs (Contract for Differences). The company provides access to various financial markets through advanced trading platforms like Metatrader 4 and 5, IX Social (a copy trading app), and IX One (a customizable trading platform). 

Summing Up

The acquisition shows the investor group’s ambition to build a modern, multi-brand financial services portfolio. Further details on the group’s strategy and structure will come in the coming months.

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