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From my professional perspective as a long-term forex trader, Olive Tree Capital Markets’ regulatory status with CySEC (the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission) certainly carries weight when it comes to assessing the safety of client funds. Having operated for over 15 years and holding a valid CySEC license (104/09), this broker is obligated to adhere to strict financial regulations—such as maintaining adequate capital reserves, segregating client funds from company assets, and submitting to regular audits. These requirements are designed to help prevent the firm from misusing client deposits and to ensure that, in the unlikely event of insolvency, client funds are more likely to be protected. CySEC oversight also mandates compliance with various operational standards—such as transparent reporting and responsible risk management protocols—which, in my experience, are not always present with unregulated brokers. While regulation is never a guarantee against all risk, I view such oversight as a meaningful barrier against some of the more egregious practices still present in the industry. However, I remain cautious; the designation of “Market Maker” and a “medium potential risk” rating highlight the importance of always performing personal due diligence and not relying solely on regulation when deciding to entrust any broker with funds.