Compliance overview
At Metra, compliance is built into every step of the client journey — from onboarding to trading and reporting. We make sure that institutions can operate with confidence, knowing that all activities align with global best practices and regional regulations.
- Customer Due Diligence & Sanctions Screening: Robust KYC and KYB checks with ongoing monitoring, sanctions and PEP screening, and enhanced due diligence for higher-risk clients.
- Recordkeeping & Supervision: Every trade, communication, and log is securely retained in line with regulator-mandated timelines with a clear audit trail.
- Incident Reporting & Escalation: Playbooks and workflows for handling suspicious transactions, reporting cyber incidents, and escalating breaches to regulators on time.
- Jurisdiction-Based Access Controls: Platform automatically gates access based on jurisdiction, licence status, and client classification.
- Regulatory Reporting & Audit Support: Built-in workflows generate accurate, regulator-ready reports with tamper-proof, exportable audit logs.
VARA (Dubai)
PendingMask Virtual Assets Exchange LLC is currently applying for a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai. Services are not yet live and are subject to licence issuance.
For full VARA regulatory disclosures including licensed activities, Responsible Individuals, and VA Standards, see the VARA Regulatory Information page.
Regional disclaimers
- ADGM / FSRA (Abu Dhabi): Services may be limited to Professional Clients.
- VARA (Dubai): Availability and marketing are subject to VARA regulations and licence issuance.
- DFSA (DIFC): For Professional Clients and Market Counterparties only.