🛡 Scam Broker Shield
✓ Tier-1 license (SEC, FCA, ASIC, BaFin)
✓ Segregated client funds with named bank
✓ Investor compensation scheme membership
✓ Public ownership & audited financials
✗ Pressure to deposit more or upgrade tier
✗ Withdrawals delayed or require extra fees
✗ Offshore-only regulation (SVG, Marshall Islands)
✗ Account managers placing trades for you