India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a formal investigation into OctaFX, a well-known online trading platform, over allegations of money laundering, unlicensed financial operations, and regulatory violations.
Multi-City Raids Reveal Suspicious Activity
According to official reports, on June 17, 2025, the ED conducted simultaneous raids at seven OctaFX-linked premises across major cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Gurgaon. Authorities claim that the broker facilitated millions of dollars in client transactions through fake accounts, shell companies, and unauthorized payment gateways.
Operating Without License in India
OctaFX is alleged to have offered forex and CFD trading services to Indian residents without any official license from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or local regulatory bodies. Such operations violate Indian foreign exchange laws and expose retail investors to significant financial risk.
Advanced Money Laundering Schemes
Investigators stated that OctaFX used fake KYC documentation, routed client funds via fictitious e-commerce stores, and masked transfers as purchases to hide the origin of funds. The estimated scale of these operations exceeds â‚ą800 crore (approx. $95 million USD).
Assets Frozen by Authorities
The ED has seized assets worth over â‚ą160 crore ($19 million USD), including bank accounts, real estate, and digital assets. Further seizures are expected as the investigation continues.
Key Takeaways for Traders:
Always verify a broker’s regulation and license before funding your account
Avoid brokers offering services in your country without authorization
Pay attention to user reviews and complaints — they are often the first red flags
Be cautious of unsustainably high leverage, bonuses, or aggressive marketing
Wikilix Commentary:
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