Market Overview – Week 3, 2026
Week 3 of 2026 confirms a continuing industry trend: forex brokers are further tightening withdrawal controls, KYC verification, and bonus-related compliance checks.
Several brokers expanded manual withdrawal reviews, source-of-funds verification, and identity revalidation, increasing the risk of payout delays for traders who are not fully prepared.
This weekly compliance roundup highlights the most important broker updates traders must understand before requesting withdrawals, activating bonuses, or increasing trading volume.
📌 Compliance monitoring hub:
Brokers Compliance & Regulatory Monitoring Hub
🚨 Withdrawal & Compliance Alerts (Week 3 Highlights)
Octa Tightens Withdrawal Rules in 2026 – What Traders Must Know
Withdrawal & Compliance Alerts: In early 2026, Octa tightened its withdrawal rules, introducing enhanced verification
and additional compliance checks. These changes affect how and when traders can withdraw funds,
particularly for accounts flagged for review.
👉 Full report:
Octa Tightens Withdrawal Rules in 2026 – What Traders Must Know
🔒 KYC & Identity Verification Updates
FXPro Source of Funds Verification 2026: What Traders Need to Know
KYC Alert: n 2026, FXPro has strengthened its Source of Funds (SoF) verification requirements, aligning with tighter global AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards and increased regulatory scrutiny across the forex industry.
For traders, this means additional documentation may be required before withdrawals are approved—especially for large or irregular transactions.
This guide explains what FXPro’s Source of Funds verification is, why it matters, and how traders can avoid delays or account restrictions.
👉 Full breakdown:
FXPro Source of Funds Verification 2026: What Traders Need to Know
🎁 Bonus & Promotion Risk Alerts
Tickmill Bonus Restriction Alert (2026): New Conditions May Limit Withdrawals
Tickmill has introduced new bonus restrictions in 2026, affecting how traders can use promotional credits, withdraw profits, and meet compliance requirements.
These changes align with stricter AML and risk-control policies observed across multiple forex brokers this year.
👉 Full analysis:
Tickmill Bonus Restriction Alert (2026): New Conditions May Limit Withdrawals
📌 Key Takeaways for Traders
- Withdrawal reviews are becoming more frequent. Manual checks are now standard for many brokers.
- Keep KYC documents updated. Outdated verification is one of the most common causes of payout delays.
- Avoid frequent payment method changes. This behavior often triggers compliance review.
- Bonus profits face higher scrutiny. Always read promotional terms carefully.
🔎 Ongoing monitoring:
Forex Brokers Compliance Monitoring Hub
What to Expect in Week 3
Based on current compliance trends, traders should expect:
- Expanded source-of-funds verification
- More manual withdrawal reviews
- Additional bonus condition clarifications
Our team will continue tracking daily broker updates and publish the next weekly roundup as new compliance developments emerge.
Risk Disclosure
Trading leveraged products involves significant risk. Broker policies may change without notice due to regulatory or compliance requirements. Always verify official broker terms before trading or withdrawing funds.
Published: Week 3 · February 2026
