Alert: Unregistered Trading and Advisory Firms

Investors and the general public should exercise caution regarding two entities:

1. AutoSmart Trades

• Website: https://autosmarttrades.net
• Claimed Locations: United Kingdom and USA
• Services Offered: Cryptocurrencies, stocks, indices, commodities, and forex trading accounts
• Warning Issued by: British Columbia Securities Commission
• Specific Advisory: AutoSmart Trades is accepting clients from British Columbia (BC) but is not registered to trade in or advise on securities or derivatives in BC. BC residents are urged to be cautious and verify registration and regulatory compliance before engaging with the firm.

2. Instancy Capital

• Website: http://www.instancy-capital.com
• Contact Details:
• Address: Hayes Close, Parsonage Road, Grays, Essex, UNITED KINGDOM, RM20 4AX; and Pershore Road, Stirchley, Birmingham, UNITED KINGDOM, B30 2JL
• Telephone: 07425834801
• Email: admin@instancy-capital.com
• Warning Issued by: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
• Specific Advisory: Instancy Capital is not authorized by the FCA and may be targeting people in the UK. Engaging with this firm could mean you will not have access to the Financial Ombudsman Service or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) in case of a complaint or financial loss.

Both entities have been flagged for potentially offering or promoting services without the required authorization, which could expose investors to scams and financial losses.

If you have been approached by or have conducted any business with AutoSmart Trades or Instancy Capital, you’re invited to share your experience. Your information can help others avoid potential scams and can be useful in any open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations. It’s important to report any unauthorized firms and to ensure any financial dealings are with entities that are duly registered and authorized by the relevant authorities.