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Türkiye’s Capital Markets Board (SPK) has blocked access to 16 websites, including the cryptocurrency exchange Darkex, as part of efforts to curb unauthorized offshore trading activities.
According to SPK’s weekly bulletin published on Sept. 11, the decision was taken due to unauthorized leveraged forex and crypto transactions being offered to residents in Türkiye.
The regulator said the move is intended to protect domestic investors from unlicensed forex and crypto services.
It confirmed that access restrictions were implemented by court order. SPK noted that investigations had determined these platforms were enabling residents to conduct leveraged forex transactions without the necessary authorization.
In addition to Darkex, the blocked websites include FBS Broker and OliveMarkets.
Darkex, a Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2024, offers spot, futures, and margin trading on over 100 digital assets and has recently entered the Turkish market.
Under Türkiye’s regulatory framework, crypto asset service providers must obtain a license from the Capital Markets Board (SPK) before offering trading, custody, or advisory services to residents.
Platforms operating without authorization face legal action, and their websites may be blocked to restrict access.
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