Privacy Policy

Introduction

ADEX Investment Bank ("ADEX", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect information when you visit our website at adexuz.com (the "Website"), use our services, or otherwise interact with us.

This policy applies to all visitors, users, clients, and other individuals who access or use our Website and services. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Complete and submit contact forms on our Website
• Request information about our services or investment opportunities
• Apply for career opportunities
• Subscribe to newsletters, research reports, or market updates
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or other channels
• Attend our events, webinars, or conferences

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, mailing address, investment preferences, and any other information you choose to provide.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
• Referring website or source
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze Website traffic, and understand user preferences. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see the Cookies section below.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information or services
• To process and evaluate career applications
• To send you relevant updates, newsletters, research reports, and marketing communications (with your consent where required)
• To improve our Website, services, and user experience
• To analyze Website usage and trends
• To comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems
• To support our investment banking, advisory, and capital markets activities

3. Disclosure and Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website, conducting business, or serving our users, subject to confidentiality obligations.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Regulatory Authorities: We may share information with financial regulators, law enforcement agencies, or other government bodies as required or permitted by applicable law.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of such transaction.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent or at your direction.
• Counterparties: In connection with investment banking transactions, certain deal-related information may be shared with relevant transaction counterparties under confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Employee training on data protection and information security
• Physical security measures for our facilities and data centers

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

5. Cookies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic operation of our Website, including language preference and accessibility settings.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website, allowing us to improve content and user experience.
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website. For more information about managing cookies, please consult your browser's documentation.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of the processing of your personal information.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes, including direct marketing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw any consent you have previously given for the processing of your personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@adex.uz. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable law.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal and regulatory obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce our agreements. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

As a global investment bank with offices in Tashkent, London, and Dubai, your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses and adherence to applicable data protection frameworks.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us: