interop.io Launches Free Partner Edition, Paving the Way for Universal Application Interoperability

We’re excited to announce a major step forward in open integration for the capital markets industry: the launch of the Partner Edition of io.Connect – a no-cost, fully capable version of our desktop interoperability software suite, now available to all fintech providers.

This new offering empowers vendors to seamlessly integrate with interop.io-enabled environments and adopt open interoperability patterns without fees, exclusivity, or operational friction.

“Market adoption of interoperability is growing exponentially,” says Dan Schleifer, President and Co-Founder of interop.io. “Clients are demanding that the vendors they rely on participate, but it’s not always clear to vendors how to engage or what the barriers to entry are. We are providing that clarity today.”

The io.Connect Partner Edition allows fintechs – from early-stage innovators to established platforms – to design, build, and test interoperability strategies freely. It offers a streamlined entry point into the interop.io ecosystem, enabling faster alignment with client demands and direct connections to major financial institutions already committed to desktop interoperability.

By removing traditional obstacles like cost and complexity, the Partner Edition unlocks new opportunities for vendors to engage, integrate, and grow.

Benefits of the Partner Edition for Vendors

The Partner Edition is the next logical step in the evolution of interoperability. By making a free instance of interoperability software available for all, it’s possible for anyone to make their applications interoperable and integrate seamlessly with leading financial institutions. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive API Access: Access essential FDC3 and advanced APIs to achieve robust interoperability and seamless connections across platforms.

• Effortless Client Deployment: Deploy easily to interop.io clients without complex customizations, enabling swift integration.

• Low-Barrier Entry: With a free license, the Partner Edition supports early-stage integration, making it ideal for emerging fintechs.

“This new edition levels the playing field,” added Schleifer. “As a committed maintainer of FDC3 and a FINOS Gold member, interop.io has always supported an open, connected ecosystem. By removing cost barriers, we’re enabling fintechs to focus on what matters most: client-driven innovation and value creation.”

The Partner Edition also includes co-marketing opportunities, access to extensive documentation, an FDC3 Developer Sandbox for testing, and regular updates to keep partners at the forefront of industry advancements.

As the demand for interoperability grows, interop.io remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in capital markets technology. This new offering underscores the company’s mission to “connect anything to everything.”

“This change to our partner model creates distribution potential for fintechs, better workflows for clients, and a better experience for everyone who works in or serves capital markets, all for free. – Viktoriya Shopova, Partner Success Manager at interop.io.

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Learn more and explore additional partnership tiers on our Partnership Tiers page.