Investor Scammed as Orfinex Withholds Funds and Negligently Trades Accounts

Mr. Ninonuevo's ordeal began following the transfer of his accounts from Vllado to Orfinex. However, hopes of a seamless transition were dashed when Orfinex failed to approve the KYC requirements for Mr. Ninonuevo and fellow ISE members, effectively freezing their funds and rendering them unable to withdraw.

To make matters worse, Mr. Ninonuevo discovered that his accounts, now under the control of Orfinex, were being haphazardly traded by the Intersphere Enterprises (ISE) Orion trading bot. What was once a balance of $1,488 in his larger account has dwindled to a mere $862.87, while his smaller account has seen a decline from $265 to a paltry $153.88. This reckless trading activity has further exacerbated Mr. Ninonuevo's financial losses and deepened the sense of betrayal by Orfinex.

The situation underscores the risks investors face when entrusting their funds to unscrupulous platforms like Orfinex, which not only fail to uphold basic KYC standards but also engage in negligent trading practices that jeopardize investors' assets. Mr. Ninonuevo's plight serves as a cautionary tale for others, highlighting the importance of conducting thorough due diligence before transferring funds or engaging with new investment platforms.

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This is because WikiFX had highlighted that the license which Orfinex claims to possess has exceeded the business scope regulated by South Africa FSCA (license number: 53184) National Futures Association-UNFX Non-Forex License. Therefore, this broker is currently operating without any legitimate license.

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