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Deriv

Multi-regulated pioneer online trading platform since 1999

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Deriv Group LtdMaltaEst. 1999Forex & CFD
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Platform Overview

Deriv (formerly Binary.com) is a Malta-based online trading platform regulated by MFSA, FSC, and VFSC. Founded in 1999, it offers forex, CFDs, options, and synthetic indices through multiple proprietary platforms.

Company Information

Registered Company Name
Deriv Group Ltd
Brand Name
Deriv
Headquarters
Malta
Year Established
1999

Transparency Signals

Confidence LevelHigh
Transparency & Disclosure
High
Regulatory Intelligence
Developing
Consumer Protection
Moderate
Reputation & Market
Developing
Key Strength

Strong transparency across key operational dimensions

Key Concern

No significant concerns identified

Trust Dimension Breakdown

Transparency & Disclosure
20.0/20Exceptional Transparency Signals

Measures the completeness and verifiability of platform disclosures including regulatory filings, operational transparency, and transparency improvement efforts.

Regulatory Intelligence
11.3/20Developing Transparency Signals

Evaluates regulatory standing, jurisdictional oversight quality, institutional engagement, and regulatory tier classification.

Consumer Protection
12.7/20Developing Transparency Signals

Assesses fund safety mechanisms, complaint history, complaint resolution track record, and customer service quality.

Reputation & Market
6.7/15Limited Transparency Signals

Reflects market standing, research commentary, expert-assessed execution quality, and liquidity reliability.

Operational Reliability
7.9/15Developing Transparency Signals

Evaluates platform uptime, technical reliability, customer service responsiveness, and operational transparency.

Industry Integrity
3.3/10Limited Transparency Signals

Measures industry contribution through education initiatives, research collaboration, ESG programs, and investor awareness efforts.

Regulatory Intelligence

Brand Name

Deriv
Malta
Self-Declared

Legal Entities

Deriv Group Ltd
MFSA · Malta
IS/70156
High Confidence
Deriv Group Ltd
FSC · British Virgin Islands
C119382
High Confidence
Deriv Group Ltd
VFSC · Vanuatu
17691
High Confidence

Regulatory References

MFSAPrimary Registry
FSCPrimary Registry
VFSCPrimary Registry

Regulatory information displayed here is compiled from public registries, third-party sources, and platform self-declarations. IFCCI does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of this information. Always verify directly with the relevant regulatory authority.

Regional Market Signals

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Malaysia Market

ReputationGrowing
Complaint DensityLow
Market Presence27 years
Local Office
Local Regulation
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Asia Pacific

ReputationGrowing
Complaint DensityLow
Market Presence27 years
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Global Market

ReputationGrowing
Complaint DensityLow
Market Presence27 years

Regulatory Licenses

Tier 2MFSA, FSC, VFSC

MFSA

Active
License Number
IS/70156
Jurisdiction
Malta
License Type
Investment Services

FSC

Active
License Number
C119382
Jurisdiction
British Virgin Islands
License Type
Investment Dealer

VFSC

Active
License Number
17691
Jurisdiction
Vanuatu
License Type
Securities Dealer

Internal Transparency

Regulatory Transparency
Available1.00/1.0
Operational Transparency
Available1.00/1.0
Platform Reliability
Limited0.65/1.0
Consumer Protection
Available1.00/1.0
Market Transparency
Available1.00/1.0
RegulatoryOperationalReliabilityConsumerMarket

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Trading Conditions

Trading Platforms:Deriv TraderDeriv MT5Deriv XDeriv BotSmartTrader
InstrumentSpread
EUR/USD0.5 pips
GBP/USD0.8 pips
USD/JPY0.6 pips
XAU/USD20 pips
Commission
Spread-based; synthetic indices have built-in spreads; no commissions on standard accounts
Inactivity Fee
None
Deposit Fees
Free
Withdrawal Fees
Free
Withdrawal Processing Time
1-3 business days

Platform Infrastructure

Safety & Protection

Segregated Funds
Negative Balance Protection

Operational Details

Supported Languages
English, Malay, Indonesian, Chinese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Vietnamese
Support Channels
Live ChatEmailWhatsApp
Payment Methods
Bank TransferCredit CardSkrillNetellerCryptoe-Wallets
2/5 contribution areas active
Financial Education Programs
Research Collaboration
Industry Development Initiatives
ESG & Responsible Trading
Investor Awareness Programs

Community Snapshot

0
Total Reports
0
Verified
0
Under Review
0
Resolved
0
Total Reviews
Data as of:2026-02-14
Last Verified:2026-02-14

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Platform Comparison

 
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Regulatory TierTier 2Tier 1
Transparency Signals9.4/109.5/10
Minimum Deposit$5$200
Maximum LeverageUp to 1:1000Up to 1:500
Spread TypeVariableRaw Spread / Standard
Execution ModelHybridECN
Year Established19992007
Trading Products68

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