Scope of Regulation

UTTRA exercises jurisdiction over AI-driven and human-executed trading platforms to preserve market integrity and investor protection.

Scope of Regulation

A. AI Trading Platforms

Includes algorithmic, machine learning, and deep learning-based systems. Licensees must demonstrate:

  • Model transparency, explainability, and auditability;
  • Fairness and non-discriminatory decision-making;
  • Real-time risk controls, guardrails, and circuit-breakers;
  • Effective human oversight and intervention mechanisms.

B. Manual Trading Platforms

Includes human-executed trades via brokerages, signal providers, and discretionary funds. Requirements include:

  • Order execution standards and best-execution policies;
  • Segregation and safeguarding of client funds;
  • Robust KYC/AML procedures and monitoring;
  • Conflict of interest identification and management.