The trading platform appointed industry veteran Anthony Crudele as NinjaTrader Live executive.
His expertise will equip “traders with the trading knowledge not easily accessible elsewhere,” CEO Martin Franchi commented.
The retail
futures trading platform NinjaTrader has appointed futures trading expert
Anthony Crudele as Senior Vice President of NinjaTrader Live. With this move,
the company, which serves over 1.8 million users, aims to expand its existing
educational offerings.
Futures Trading Platform
NinjaTrader Taps Industry Veteran Anthony Crudele
Anthony Crudele, SVP of NinjaTrader Live
Crudele, a
29-year industry veteran and former CME floor trader, will spearhead the
company's flagship livestream program, which provides real-time trading
insights and platform guidance to traders of all experience levels.
“The
futures market is thriving, making now an ideal time to join a team
passionately dedicated to empowering traders eager to delve into this dynamic
asset class,” said Anthony Crudele, Senior Vice President of NinjaTrader Live.
With this
move, NinjaTrader wants to strengthen its position in the retail futures trading
space. The company's CEO Martin Franchi emphasized the alignment between
Crudele's expertise and NinjaTrader's mission to democratize futures trading
education.
Martin Franchi, the CEO of NinjaTrader
“His
expertise will strengthen NinjaTrader’s educational offerings while equipping
traders with the trading knowledge not easily accessible elsewhere,” said
Martin Franchi, CEO at NinjaTrader. “As the futures space continues to grow, we
are focused on prioritizing user experience and reinforcing our position as a
leader in the retail investing landscape through interactive content with some
of the best in the business.”
Crudele
brings substantial digital content experience, having pioneered the futures
trading podcast space with his Futures Radio Show in 2014. His content will be
available across NinjaTrader's digital platforms, including its account
dashboard, website, and YouTube channel.
Wave of Executive Hires
In addition
to Crudele, NinjaTrader recently appointed Tobin McDaniel as its new President,
marking a continuation of the executive hiring wave that began several months
ago. McDaniel, bringing 15 years of experience in retail trading and investing,
most recently led SoFi Invest and held senior roles at Charles Schwab, where he
spent over a decade advancing services for self-directed investors.
Earlier
this year, the company welcomed four additional executives to support its
growth objectives. Ryan Pitylak, Executive Vice President of Growth, focuses on
enhancing trader education and partnerships, building on his experience with
ZenBusiness. Aditya Nishandar joined as Chief Technology Officer, leveraging
experience from Goldman Sachs and Carta Liquidity to drive technology
advancements.
John
O'Neil, General Manager of Evaluation Services, is set to improve offerings for
retail proprietary traders, drawing on his background at FXCM. Michael Krafft,
the new Vice President of Product, is tasked with developing user-centric
applications, backed by his work at TrueML, Alight Solutions, and American
Express.
Meanwhile,
NinjaTrader’s affiliate, NinjaTrader Clearing, LLC (NTC), recently received a
$983,425 fine from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for failing
to supervise employee handling of accounts associated with a fraudulent scheme.
The retail
futures trading platform NinjaTrader has appointed futures trading expert
Anthony Crudele as Senior Vice President of NinjaTrader Live. With this move,
the company, which serves over 1.8 million users, aims to expand its existing
educational offerings.
Futures Trading Platform
NinjaTrader Taps Industry Veteran Anthony Crudele
Anthony Crudele, SVP of NinjaTrader Live
Crudele, a
29-year industry veteran and former CME floor trader, will spearhead the
company's flagship livestream program, which provides real-time trading
insights and platform guidance to traders of all experience levels.
“The
futures market is thriving, making now an ideal time to join a team
passionately dedicated to empowering traders eager to delve into this dynamic
asset class,” said Anthony Crudele, Senior Vice President of NinjaTrader Live.
With this
move, NinjaTrader wants to strengthen its position in the retail futures trading
space. The company's CEO Martin Franchi emphasized the alignment between
Crudele's expertise and NinjaTrader's mission to democratize futures trading
education.
Martin Franchi, the CEO of NinjaTrader
“His
expertise will strengthen NinjaTrader’s educational offerings while equipping
traders with the trading knowledge not easily accessible elsewhere,” said
Martin Franchi, CEO at NinjaTrader. “As the futures space continues to grow, we
are focused on prioritizing user experience and reinforcing our position as a
leader in the retail investing landscape through interactive content with some
of the best in the business.”
Crudele
brings substantial digital content experience, having pioneered the futures
trading podcast space with his Futures Radio Show in 2014. His content will be
available across NinjaTrader's digital platforms, including its account
dashboard, website, and YouTube channel.
Wave of Executive Hires
In addition
to Crudele, NinjaTrader recently appointed Tobin McDaniel as its new President,
marking a continuation of the executive hiring wave that began several months
ago. McDaniel, bringing 15 years of experience in retail trading and investing,
most recently led SoFi Invest and held senior roles at Charles Schwab, where he
spent over a decade advancing services for self-directed investors.
Earlier
this year, the company welcomed four additional executives to support its
growth objectives. Ryan Pitylak, Executive Vice President of Growth, focuses on
enhancing trader education and partnerships, building on his experience with
ZenBusiness. Aditya Nishandar joined as Chief Technology Officer, leveraging
experience from Goldman Sachs and Carta Liquidity to drive technology
advancements.
John
O'Neil, General Manager of Evaluation Services, is set to improve offerings for
retail proprietary traders, drawing on his background at FXCM. Michael Krafft,
the new Vice President of Product, is tasked with developing user-centric
applications, backed by his work at TrueML, Alight Solutions, and American
Express.
Meanwhile,
NinjaTrader’s affiliate, NinjaTrader Clearing, LLC (NTC), recently received a
$983,425 fine from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for failing
to supervise employee handling of accounts associated with a fraudulent scheme.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
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In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
