Fortrade has received regulatory authorisation from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
The approval of Fortrade (DIFC) Limited brings the company within the regulatory framework of the Dubai International Financial Centre.
The authorisation allows Fortrade to operate within the DIFC. The licence forms part of its broader approach to operating in established regulatory environments.
The company already maintains regulated entities in several jurisdictions, including the UK, Europe, Canada and Australia.
Fortrade chief executive Chris Warburton said: “Fortrade has always strived to make the trading experience straightforward, without layering on features that make it harder to use.
“That starts with platforms that are stable and accessible across web, mobile, and desktop, and extends to a broad product range.
“Alongside that, we provide educational materials and market analysis so traders have access to information when they need it. For those using structured approaches, including day trading, having everything within the same environment removes friction from the process.”
Fortrade offers access to contracts for difference (CFDs) across asset classes including currencies, equities, indices, metals, energy and agricultural products.
Trading is available through the company’s proprietary Fortrader platform as well as the MT4 mobile application.
The company operates through multiple regulated entities worldwide, including under the UK Financial Conduct Authority.
