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Based on my experience analyzing BGC as a prospective trading venue, I found no support for automated trading with Expert Advisors (EAs) on their platforms. BGC primarily offers the proprietary BGC Trader and BGC Market Data platforms, neither of which are listed as compatible with EA-based automation such as is typically available on MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or MetaTrader 5 (MT5). As an independent trader who often values automated systems for their speed and discipline, this limitation is significant for me, as it means I’m unable to implement custom scripts or turn-key EAs directly on BGC’s infrastructure. Furthermore, BGC seems to target institutional and high-net-worth clients rather than retail traders seeking self-directed algorithmic trading. Their toolkit appears oriented towards hybrid and voice execution, prioritizing direct market access and customized brokerage over retail automation. This is a key reason I would exercise caution if algorithmic trading is a substantial part of your strategy. In short, for traders like myself who require robust EA support and a familiar automation environment, BGC’s lack of native EA or MT4/MT5 compatibility is a noteworthy constraint. In my view, setting realistic expectations about the platform’s capabilities is essential to making informed brokerage decisions.