Gulf Central Merchant Bank Expands into Digital Assets Through GCA Asset Management, Its Dedicated Investment Arm
Gulf Central Merchant Bank Expands into Digital Asset Offering Through GCA Asset Management
London, UK – January 12, 2026 – Gulf Central Merchant Bank UK (GCMB) today announced that its investment arm, GCA Asset Management (GCA AM), will begin offering clients regulated access to cryptocurrency and digital asset investment strategies.
The move positions GCMB in line with global financial market developments, where institutional participation in digital assets continues to expand. The initiative forms part of the Bank’s wider diversification strategy and responds to increasing investor demand for alternative and technology-driven allocations.
GCA AM has structured the offering through regulated channels and institutional-grade partners, focusing on digital asset funds, blockchain ventures, and tokenised investment products designed to complement traditional portfolios.
Hakim Azaiez, CEO of Gulf Central Merchant Bank UK, said: “Digital assets are now part of the global investment landscape. Our work through GCA AM ensures clients can access this market responsibly, within a regulated and institutionally-managed framework. This reflects both investor demand and our broader vision for innovation and diversification.”
This strategic expansion reinforces GCMB’s commitment to modern asset classes while maintaining the standards of governance, risk management, and due diligence expected in global financial markets.