Consob Blocks 17 Unauthorized Trading Sites

Italy's Consob has ordered the blackout of 17 websites accused of providing unlicensed financial and crypto services. Internet providers are enforcing the blocks, but full rollout could take several days. For forex and crypto traders, the list serves as a direct heads-up on platforms operating without regulatory approval, .

Canary Wharf Address Reappears

Activ Markets (activ-markets.com and activma.org) features MT4 downloads and account options with a Canary Wharf, London address (One Canada Square, E14 5AB). The footer, however, skips any license or parent company info—a common omission in these setups. For more on why this postcode often signals trouble, see WikiFX's analysis here.

The .it Clones

The 10 crypto-related .it domains—RYR888.it, DFH258.it, DXZ175.it, JMY999.it, DSG158.it, WES218.it, GJG258.it, CFSD123.it, R4MOX.it, and DFG789.it—mirror each other with basic login pages for blockchain services, lacking unique features or disclosures.

Other Financial Sites Rundown

The remaining financial intermediation platforms include Geneveinves (geneveinves.com), a wealth management site with portfolio tools; NordaLeur (nordalueur.com), with its webtrader page; Soria Limited (soria-limited-ltd.com), featuring an invite-based investor portal; MRX Capital Trading (mrxcapitaltrading.com), supporting stocks, forex, and crypto via trading area; and Gradiopexo (gradiopexo.com), with expedited webtrader access.

Common Traits

These sites often use shared London postcodes for a professional vibe, but footers without licenses or parent details stand out—unlike compliant platforms that list Consob or ESMA approvals upfront. Multi-entry points like client portals allow broad access to forex or crypto trades, but without backend verification, they leave users without recourse on executions or funds.

WikiFX Perspective

From a WikiFX standpoint, these alerts highlight forex pitfalls like missing disclosures that mask withdrawal issues. We compile Consob warnings with user reports for one-click scans on licenses, spreads, and payouts—helping spot patterns early. Download the app for a quick check; it's a straightforward way to confirm before trading.