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United States
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Tier 1
Comprehensive crypto regulatory framework with licensing requirements, asset segregation, and consumer protections.
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nfa.futures.org
The National Futures Association is the self-regulatory body for US futures and retail FX dealers. Combined with CFTC oversight, NFA membership is mandatory for any broker accepting US residents.
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Check an exchange's licence status directly on NFA's public register.
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NFA is classified as a Tier 1 crypto regulator. Comprehensive crypto regulatory framework with licensing requirements, asset segregation, and consumer protections.
We currently list 3 crypto exchanges regulated or registered under NFA. The full list is shown above, sorted by overall rating.
NFA is based in United States and covers the United States jurisdiction. As a Tier 1 crypto regulator, it requires exchanges to hold client assets separately, maintain capital reserves, and meet ongoing compliance obligations, comparable to MiFID II standards for traditional finance.
Visit the official NFA website and use their public register or licence verification tool. Enter the exchange's registered name to confirm its current status. This is the most reliable way to verify regulatory standing.
NFA regulation primarily addresses licensing, AML/KYC compliance, and operational standards. Compensation for hacks depends on the exchange's own insurance fund or Proof of Reserves commitments, not typically a government-backed compensation scheme. Always choose exchanges with published cold storage ratios and Proof of Reserves attestations.