ATFX: Execution Speed, Safety of Funds and AI Are Shaping the Future of Brokerage

In highly volatile markets, traders are becoming increasingly selective about which brokers they do business with. Execution quality, the safety of client funds and round-the-clock customer support are now key priorities. Ahmad Al Disi, Managing Director of AT Global Markets, discussed these expectations in an interview at Forex Expo Dubai 2026.

Much of the conversation focused on how market volatility affects client expectations. When prices move sharply, reliable trading infrastructure and seamless order execution become especially important. Ahmad says MetaTrader 5 has served ATFX well as part of the company's trading infrastructure.

Artificial intelligence could also change the brokerage business. Ahmad expects AI to have a major impact over the next three to five years, both on clients' trading decisions and on brokers' internal operations. In particular, he points to the automation of client onboarding and verification, including KYC and AML processes. AI could simplify these processes while maintaining the necessary controls and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Ahmad has been using MetaTrader for around 20 years and welcomes its continued development, particularly the introduction of AI Assistant in MetaTrader 5. In his view, this gives the platform a significant competitive edge.

Watch the interview with ATFX to hear more about today's trader expectations, how brokers operate in volatile markets and the future of AI in the financial industry.