Global online trading firm Deriv obtains SCA licence for UAE subsidiary

Trusted by 3mn+ traders worldwide and 26 years of global experience, Deriv’s on a mission to make online trading accessible for anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Global online trading leader, Deriv, has officially broadened its operations in the UAE with the inauguration of its newly formed subsidiary, Deriv Capital Contracts & Currencies L.L.C., duly licensed by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). This pivotal authorisation underpins Deriv’s commitment to expanding access to regulated online trading within one of the world’s most dynamic financial centres.

“As we enter our 26th year, the SCA licence for our UAE entity anchors our next chapter of growth,” said Rakshit Choudhary, Chief Executive Officer of Deriv. “The UAE’s fintech‑forward vision, commitment to investor education, and robust regulatory framework make it an ideal market. We’re eager to empower clients with innovative platforms, expanded financial offerings, comprehensive education, and trusted safeguards.”

Operating under SCA oversight and local governance, Deriv’s UAE entity is now fully equipped to serve local traders, offering accessible and localised support. It provides AED-based funding beginning from just AED 40, with secure deposits, withdrawals, and transfers, along with region-specific payment solutions, swap-free trading, and comprehensive in-app support in both Arabic and English.

A new mobile app for the region is available on iOS and Android via the App Store and Google Play. This online trading app facilitates Contracts for Difference (CFDs) via MT5 across hundreds of instruments spanning six markets, complemented by an AED 10,000 demo account and integrated learning resources for all experience levels to navigate global markets with confidence.

Embedded risk management tools, including stop loss, take profit, and trailing stops, along with transparent pricing, are engineered to foster client confidence, while an AI-centric approach simultaneously boosts product development, platform reliability, and partner support.

“The UAE is uniquely positioned as a global financial hub, with its forward‑thinking regulatory environment and thriving fintech ecosystem,” said Joanna Frendo, Executive Director of Deriv Capital Contracts & Currencies L.L.C. and Chief Compliance Officer at Deriv Group.

“Obtaining our SCA licence was fundamental to our regional strategy, allowing us to serve clients with the safeguards and service quality that have defined Deriv for over two decades.”

UAE clients can access localised support, AED‑based deposits and withdrawals, and a growing suite of tools tailored to the market.