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IronFX Renames Its UK-Based Company to 8SAFE UK Limited
2015-11-20T15:16:00.000+02:00
The Cyprus headquartered brokerage has renamed its UK subsidiary, according to a regulatory filing
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CySEC Launches Fast-Track Authorization Procedure
2015-11-02T16:00:42.000+02:00
Alternative investment funds and undertakings for collective investments are among those eligible for the speedy examining of applications
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CySEC Extends Falcon Brokers' License Suspension
2015-11-02T11:26:48.000+02:00
Forex broker banned from providing its services, obliged to return funds to clients
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Exclusive: Head of Global FX Strategy, Marshall Gittler, Leaves IronFX
2015-10-08T19:48:10.000+02:00
One of the key figures at IronFX, frequently appearing on major TV networks such as Bloomberg, has parted ways with the brokerage
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Cyprus Watchdog Warns Against Two Unlicensed Binary Options Sites
2015-10-06T12:47:04.000+02:00
CySEC says that neither of the operations have ever been authorized or regulated by the watchdog.
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AIM Listing of Plus500 on Hold Due to Pending FCA Approval
2015-09-25T18:35:10.000+02:00
The shares of the company will remain listed until the official approval from the U.K. financial regulator comes due
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Client Funds an Issue as Falcon Brokers Receives CySEC Suspension Letter
2015-09-24T15:11:21.000+02:00
For suspicion of violating rules regarding the handling of client funds, CySEC has announced that it is suspending Falcon Brokers' license.
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IronFX UK 2014 Revenues Almost $7 Mln According to Regulatory Filing
2015-09-24T14:31:42.000+02:00
The average monthly number of employees throughout 2014 totaled 85, while the total sum of cash held on behalf of clients was $800,000.
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Hungarian National Bank Mentions IronFX Clients in Official Announcement
2015-09-23T16:01:27.000+02:00
The monetary authority of Hungary has referred residents to file a complaint with the Cyprus ombudsman service
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Cyprus Watchdog Warns Against Unregulated Broker Bloombex Options
2015-09-17T16:15:10.000+02:00
The binary firm is not legally permitted to provide investment and related services in Cyprus as it has never been authorized nor licensed.
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Interview: Training Employees and Executives for the Industry
2015-09-16T15:00:40.000+02:00
The Head of the European Institute of Management and Finance explains the current state of the market, changes to CySEC regulation and more.
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What to Look for in a Platform? The Devil Is in the Details
2015-09-08T17:32:03.000+02:00
Can you avoid the mistakes made by other brokers? The industry today is over populated with choices; make sure you’re making the right ones.
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IronFX Probe and a Candid Account of Forex Trading in Nigeria
2015-08-09T10:25:46.000+02:00
A slew of results have come in this week, accompanying major news stories with insight into the big brokers' performance.
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How Did IronFX Clients' Withdrawal Issues Trigger a CySEC Investigation?
2015-08-07T11:55:50.000+02:00
"The violations are related to the bonus promotions offered by IronFX, similar to a number of promotions offered by competitors," the broker claims
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Breaking: CySEC Announces That IronFX Is Under Investigation
2015-08-06T16:43:28.000+02:00
Cyprus headquartered brokerage IronFX led by its CEO Markos Kashiouris is under scrutiny of the local regulator after withdrawal issues
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Italian CONSOB Could Issue a Series of Fines Against Binary Brokers
2015-08-05T12:27:58.000+02:00
After the Italian regulator fined a TechFinancials subsidiary, additional CySEC regulated companies could be coming under scrutiny
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IB & FXCM Shares Dip, Playtech Synergies, CySEC Clamps Down on Call Centres
2015-07-26T09:04:36.000+02:00
The past week saw the shares of two brokers take a dive, despite upbeat comments from execs. Playtech also discussed recent acquisitions.
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Exclusive: Cyprus Regulators Demand Brokers Report All Call Centers
2015-07-24T12:59:40.000+02:00
It can be logically assumed that CySEC's next step would be that brokers make call centers either a tied agency or a wholly owned subsidiary.
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TopFX’s Paul Orford Endorses CySEC’s Regulation, Reputation
2015-07-20T11:23:35.000+02:00
"CySEC makes things easier as you can focus on the opening of your business. Ultimately, why would you not choose them?”
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CySEC Suspends License of 1 TCR Corp (aka Tradarea, aka 1 Financial ROD)
2015-07-16T15:48:35.000+02:00
The entity behind binary options broker, Tradarea, has had their license suspended by the Cypriot financial regulator, CySEC.
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Brokers
AlfaTrade UK Seeking CySEC Regulation as Trading for EU Clients Halted
2015-07-15T14:39:28.000+02:00
The brokerage issued an announcement on its website that it has ceased to provide services in the EU due to its FCA license having being suspended
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Belgian Watchdog Asks CySEC to Request Cyprus Firms Report Operations
2015-07-14T14:38:45.000+02:00
All Cyprus investment firms operating in Belgium are urged to get approved by the FSMA, or immediately cease offering services in Belgium.
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FXPRIMUS Joins Client Funds Safety Enhancement Race
2015-07-10T23:01:04.000+02:00
The company struck a partnership with an independent consultancy in Cyprus to oversee all client fund processes
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Cyprus Watchdog Revokes License of P.M. Investment Capital
2015-07-10T12:10:29.000+02:00
As a result, Cedar Finance, Regal Options and Brokerage Capital are no longer regulated by CySEC.
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Regulation
Cyprus Watchdog Imposes €15,000 Fine on Fidelisco Capital Markets
2015-07-08T15:14:40.000+02:00
The binary options brokerage allegedly operated a branch in the Cypriot city of Paralimni without notifying the regulator.
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