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CySEC

Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission - Popular EU regulator for forex brokers.

Definition

CySEC (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission) is the financial regulator of Cyprus. As an EU member, CySEC-licensed brokers can passport services across Europe. It's one of the most common regulators for retail forex brokers due to Cyprus's business-friendly environment.

How It Works

EU member - MiFID II compliant
Brokers can passport to all EU/EEA countries
Investor Compensation Fund up to €20,000
Leverage capped at 30:1 for retail forex

Trading Tips

Very common for forex brokers - verify on CySEC register

EU regulations apply including negative balance protection

Some brokers have CySEC plus other licenses

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