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Best Prop Trading Firms in 2026

Comparing BrightFunded, FundedNext, FTMO and Fxify. Current challenge rules, profit splits and payout frequencies.

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Strategy·7 min read·2 Apr 2026

Best forex pairs for prop trading accounts in 2026

Not every forex pair suits a prop account. Ranking pairs with best liquidity and spreads.

Education·6 min read·1 Apr 2026

The psychology of drawdown. How not to panic when your account drops?

Drawdown is a normal part of trading. How to survive it mentally and not break the rules?

Innovation·6 min read·31 Mar 2026

S&P 500 goes on-chain. 24/7 trading becomes reality

S&P Dow Jones licensed the index on Hyperliquid blockchain. What does it change for traders?

Tools·8 min read·30 Mar 2026

How to choose a VPS for trading? Complete 2026 guide

VPS is the foundation of professional trading. Provider comparison, MT5 setup and what to watch for.

Crypto·5 min read·29 Mar 2026

Bitcoin drops to $68,000. $400 million in liquidations

Weekend crypto selloff after Iran conflict escalation. Technical analysis and what comes next.

Industry Analysis·8 min read·28 Mar 2026

FTMO acquires stake in OANDA. End of the wild west era in prop trading?

A groundbreaking deal reshapes the industry. Regulation, consolidation and what lies ahead for traders.

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Education·7 min read·6 Apr 2026

Top 5 mistakes when choosing a prop trading firm in 2026

Avoid these traps. A practical guide to not losing money on a bad prop firm.

Education·7 min read·5 Apr 2026

How to read the NFP report? A trader's guide

Non-Farm Payrolls is one of the most important market reports. How to read it and use in trading?

Regulation·6 min read·4 Apr 2026

Prop trading in Europe. MiFID regulations and what awaits traders?

ESMA plans to regulate prop trading firms. What does it mean for European traders?

Market Analysis·7 min read·3 Apr 2026

Oil heading to $130? Three scenarios for traders

The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. We analyze what could happen with oil prices and how to profit.