An Alternative Trading System (ATS) is an exchange under law but is exempted from registration owing to exemption under Exchange Act Rule 3a1-1(a). The ATS must however comply with Rules 300-303 of Regulation ATS. An ATS must first register as a Broker-Dealer and then also file an initial operation report with the SEC on Form ATS before commencing operations. The SEC maintains a list of ATS on its website.

The team at Empire Global can assist you with the process of establishing and running an ATS which includes:

• Assistance in registration as a Broker Dealer and as an ATS
• Designing the necessary business and operations plan
• Creation of AML/KYC Policies
• Assistance in recruitment of qualified professionals for running the operations
• Assistance in recruitment of qualified professionals for running the operations
• Registration in all US States and Territories
• Assistance in submission of necessary documentation with regulators