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Independent verification for trading firms.

Trading Integrity Bureau conducts evidence-based reviews of trading firms against the published TIB Integrity Standards. Determinations are recorded in a public registry. Scope, methodology, and findings are disclosed.
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Framework
TIB-IS v1.0
Pillars
Six
Criteria
Thirty
Jurisdiction
Cyprus

Evidence. Standards. Registry.

Built on evidence

Verification is based on analysis of trading infrastructure, payout records, and operational policies. Each verified firm is independently reviewed against defined integrity standards.

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Versioned standards

Every review is conducted against the published TIB Integrity Standards. The same criteria apply to every firm under the same engagement type — with a public changelog for every revision.

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Objective transparency

Verification reports provide clear, unbiased insight into how trading firms operate, including rule enforcement, payout integrity, and operational controls.

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Public registry

Access a continuously maintained registry of independently verified trading firms. Review verification status, understand operational integrity, and make informed trading decisions.

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Turning operational complexity into objective verification.

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Evidence review

Trading Integrity Bureau reviews trading infrastructure, operational policies, and payout processes using direct system evidence.

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Independent assessment

Operational controls are evaluated against defined integrity standards to determine whether firm practices align with their stated claims.

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Public verification

Verified firms are listed in the public registry with an independent verification status and transparent verification report.

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Why Trading Integrity Bureau?

Verification is conducted using direct operational evidence, without influence from the firms being reviewed.

Evidence-based

Determinations are tied to primary source evidence — policies, logs, payout records, custody arrangements — not self-reported questionnaires.

Reproducible

Two independent reviewers applying the same standards should reach the same conclusion. No single-reviewer determinations.

Public registry

Every verified firm is listed with scope, standards version, and effective date. Revocations are published immediately and remain in history.

Built for traders

The registry exists to help traders understand which firms operate transparently and meet defined verification standards.

What a registry entry states.

Every entry in the public registry records the same data points. No bespoke claims, no marketing language, no negotiated wording.

Scope
Six pillars
or named subset for limited-scope reviews

Pillar-level determinations are Pass, Conditional, or Fail. Engagement type and standards version applied are recorded.

Effective date
Tied to evidence
with next scheduled review

Entries reflect findings at the effective date of the review. Subsequent revocations are retained in registry history.

Canonical URL
Per-firm
for mark-use verification

Each entry has a stable URL for participants to verify any firm's claim of TIB verification against the registry itself.

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"Verification is only useful when it cannot be bought. The standards are published. The criteria are fixed. The findings are documented. The registry is public. Independence is not a claim — it is a structure."

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Frequently Asked Questions.

How long does the assessment process take?
Timelines vary depending on scope and organisational complexity. A standard review typically ranges from 2-6 weeks. Limited-scope assessments may conclude sooner, while multi-entity or cross-jurisdiction reviews may require additional time.
What does the review evaluate?
The review examines governance structure, risk controls, operational transparency, capital management practices, data integrity, and market conduct standards. Where applicable, it also evaluates order handling, liquidity relationships, custody arrangements, and disclosure accuracy.
Who is eligible for verification?
Exchanges, trading firms, funds, brokers, custodians, and infrastructure providers operating within digital or traditional markets may apply. Applicants must demonstrate operational maturity, documented procedures, and a willingness to undergo independent scrutiny.
Do you work with exchanges and funds?
Yes. We work with exchanges, proprietary trading firms, hedge funds, liquidity providers, and related infrastructure entities seeking independent validation of their standards and controls.
Can we request a limited-scope audit?
Yes. Organisations may request targeted reviews focused on specific areas such as risk management, capital safeguards, execution integrity, or compliance frameworks.
How is confidentiality handled?
All engagements are governed by strict confidentiality agreements. Sensitive data is handled under controlled access protocols, encrypted storage standards, and need-to-know disclosure policies. Public disclosure occurs only with client approval.
What standards do you apply?
The TIB Integrity Standards are published in full at /standards. The current version is TIB-IS v1.0 — six pillars, 30 criteria — applied identically to every firm under the same engagement type.
What happens after verification?
Verified entities receive a public registry entry, a full verification report, and a revocable licence to display the TIB verified mark. Periodic re-assessment is required to maintain registry standing and reflect any material change in operations.
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