Deriv Celebrates 26 Years with Awards for Innovation and Compliance

Deriv, a prominent global online trading provider, marked its 26th anniversary with notable recognition at the Forex Expo Dubai 2025. The company received the award for the Most Innovative Online Trading Platform (Global, 2025), while Joanna Frendo, its Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, was honoured as the Chief Compliance and Risk Officer of the Year at the Women in Forex awards.

These accolades underscore Deriv’s commitment to innovation and robust governance in the fast-evolving financial landscape. The recognition highlights the company’s continuous efforts to enhance its trading platform and maintain compliance in a competitive environment.

Innovative Enhancements and AI Integration

Deriv’s award for innovation stems from a series of product improvements focused on automation and the integration of artificial intelligence. The company has implemented low-code development strategies, enabling quicker releases and an enhanced user experience.

Recent updates include the launch of copy trading on the MT5 platform and the expansion of the Master Partner programme, which now encompasses contracts for differences (CFDs) and options trading. Prakash Bhudia, Head of Trading & Growth at Deriv, stated, “Our teams are relentlessly focused on making trading simpler, faster, and more accessible. This recognition validates the progress we’re making and motivates us to keep delivering improvements that matter most to our clients and partners.”

Leadership in Compliance

The recognition of Joanna Frendo at the Women in Forex awards reflects her extensive experience in establishing global compliance frameworks and fraud prevention systems. Her leadership has been crucial in obtaining the recent Securities and Commodities Authority licence in the UAE, thereby reinforcing Deriv’s regulated presence and enhancing trust among clients.

Frendo expressed her appreciation for the award, saying, “I’m honoured by this recognition, which reflects the commitment of our entire compliance and risk teams. Strong, adaptable controls are the foundation for innovation and client trust, and our new UAE SCA licence is a clear example of that in practice.”

The dual recognition of Deriv and Frendo illustrates the company’s balanced approach to innovation and regulatory compliance. For traders, this translates to a wider array of strategic options, including enhanced features on the MT5 platform and improved local support through the expanded partner programmes.

With a solid foundation built over 26 years, Deriv continues to position itself as a leader in online trading, offering a diverse range of financial instruments, including forex, commodities, stocks, and cryptocurrencies. The company is dedicated to serving its over 3 million clients with innovative solutions, exceptional customer service, and a secure trading environment.

For more information about Deriv and its services in the UAE, visit deriv.ae.