ADSS vs ATFX: licences compared

Side-by-side view of each broker's licences, regulator tiers and key facts. Remember that protection depends on which entity holds your account.

AttributeADSSATFX
Licence Score60Moderate66Strong
Strongest licence 1 Tier 1 1 Tier 1
Licences on record25
1 FCA United Kingdom LicensedLicensed
2 CySEC Cyprus —Licensed
2 FSCA South Africa —Licensed
2 SCA United Arab Emirates LicensedLicensed
3 FSC (MU) Mauritius —Licensed
Founded20112014
HeadquartersUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom
TypeForex & CFD brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNoNo
PlatformsProprietary, MT4MT4, MT5
Minimum deposit—US$100
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Frequently asked questions

Is ADSS or ATFX better regulated?

ATFX has the higher Licence Score (66 vs 60), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both ADSS and ATFX?

Both are matched to licences from FCA and SCA.

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