proprietary trading
“Prop Trading Rules Aren’t to Trap but to Protect Capital”: FMAS:25 Panel Dissects Growing Sector
- The panel stressed that running a prop firm is as complex as managing a brokerage.
- Discord and other social media platforms help support accountability where formal prop trading regulation is lacking.
Tuesday, 15/07/2025 | 13:03 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
After Suspending Operations in 21 Countries, MyFundedFutures Moves to Upgrade Compliance
- The new system applies to both MyFundedFutures and its sister firm Nortex Capital Partners.
- ComplianceAlpha covers trader safety, market abuse monitoring, and communication oversight.
Wednesday, 18/06/2025 | 13:49 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
MT5 Returns to Prop Firm Funding Traders After Saint Lucia Registration
- In early 2024, MetaQuotes restricted MT5 access for firms without agreements or regulatory compliance.
- Earlier, Funding Pips reintroduced MT5 after obtaining a direct MetaQuotes license.
Wednesday, 14/05/2025 | 11:24 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Prop Firm City Traders Imperium Opens Offshore Comoros Entity to Launch In-House MT5
- The prop company now offers the popular MetaQuotes platform with its own license.
- The move follows a trend among prop trading firms seeking to offer direct MT5 access through offshore locations.
Wednesday, 14/05/2025 | 08:58 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Firm Hola Prime Names NBA Star Karl-Anthony Towns as First Sports Ambassador
- The proprietary trading firm launched a new campaign, alongside its partnership with Towns.
- Five-time All-Star Towns represents the campaign featuring a video comparing athletes’ and traders’ mindsets.
Tuesday, 13/05/2025 | 14:10 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Two More Prop Firms Open CFD Brokerage in Saint Lucia to Offer MetaTrader 5
- Blue Guardian and Maven announced the registration of their own regulated brokers last week.
- Like many other companies in the industry, they've set their sights on an exotic island in the Caribbean Sea.
Wednesday, 07/05/2025 | 08:37 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
This Prop Firm Expands Crypto Suite With 30 New Pairs
- Funded Trader Markets has added over 30 new cryptocurrency pairs, bringing its total to more than 40.
- This aligns with the broader trend of proprietary trading firms expanding their offerings beyond standard FX CFDs to include digital assets.
Thursday, 01/05/2025 | 07:40 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Firms and Broker Offerings Enhanced by Centroid’s EAERA Alliance and Match-Trader Risk Integration
- Brokers will gain access to 300+ liquidity connections, smart order routing, and multi-platform support.
- Centroid has also integrated its risk analytics system with Match-Trader for brokers and prop firms.
Thursday, 24/04/2025 | 09:47 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Prop Firm For Traders Implements DXtrade to Add Futures Amid Shift Beyond CFDs
- For Traders has added futures trading to its simulated trading platform through integration with Devexperts' DXtrade system.
- The new feature gives access to US and European futures data alongside existing CFD and spot trading options.
Thursday, 24/04/2025 | 09:16 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Firm Instant Funding Starts Own CFD Brokerage, Sets May Launch for Separate Crypto Platform
- The company revealed IF Pro as the name of its upcoming brokerage service, with more details expected in the coming weeks.
- It also announced the May launch of its cryptocurrency platform, IF Crypto, with early access sign-ups now available.
Wednesday, 23/04/2025 | 07:38 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
FPFX Partners with Acuity Trading on Prop Trading Tools; Opens Cyprus Office
- The partnership gives clients access to the Research Terminal, offering sentiment analysis, market news, and data tools.
- The collaboration is now active in Southeast Asia, the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.
Tuesday, 22/04/2025 | 09:48 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Prop Firm BrightFunded Integrates cTrader Platform; Spotware Expands to Malaysia
- With cTrader, BrightFunded introduces an additional platform also used by other prop trading firms.
- cTrader supports 23 languages, runs on all major devices, and offers over 70 indicators.
Wednesday, 09/04/2025 | 15:01 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Alpha Capital to Offer 100% Live Prop Trading in London Following Initial 10-Trader Launch
- The company's Co-Founders have worked for over a year on Alpha Prime, which “mirrors institutional trading” for retail clients.
- The best trader will receive a job offer in London, a monthly salary, and real capital to invest in the financial markets.
Wednesday, 02/04/2025 | 06:08 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Firm Hantec Trader Introduces Instant Funding and Reaches $1M in Trader Payouts
- Hantec Markets' prop firm has added accounts without challenge requirements to their offering.
- The company recently opened to the UK traders and refreshed its website design.
Tuesday, 01/04/2025 | 06:42 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Firm The Funded Trader Paid Traders $386K in March, Could Have Earned 3x More
- The prop firm processes payouts through Rise, making transaction information publicly available on the blockchain.
- According to the company's stats, only 1-2% of clients typically reach the payout stage in prop trading.
- Considering the above, it can be assumed that TFT could have earned at least a million dollars in March.
Thursday, 27/03/2025 | 10:16 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Former Citi MD with 30 Years Experience Launches Prop Firm Offering $350K Annually for Top Traders
- Charles Finkelstein launched a new challenge-based trading company earlier this month.
- Previously, he worked for over three decades at Citi as vice president and managing director in currency trading divisions.
Wednesday, 19/03/2025 | 08:37 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Only 1 in 20 Traders Pass Prop Firm Challenges, Reports The Funded Trader
- Of those who pass, around 20% achieve any payouts. This means just 1% of all TFT clients actually make money.
- However, other industry data shows these brutal statistics are typical across the prop firm sector.
Tuesday, 18/03/2025 | 07:46 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Funding Pips Becomes Latest Prop Firm to Bring MetaTrader 5 Back After Year-Long Hiatus
- Prop firm clients (except those in the U.S. and Canada) can return to MT5 after a 13-month break.
- However, not everyone is eager to switch back, having grown accustomed to alternatives offered by competitors.
Monday, 17/03/2025 | 09:40 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Prop Trading Firm Maven Securities Reports £15.6M Profit, but Revenues and Staff Pay Fall by 30–40%
- Maven Securities Holding reported a 30% revenue decline to £84 million while increasing profit by 28% for fiscal year 2024.
- However, employee compensation costs dropped significantly despite a larger workforce.
Tuesday, 11/03/2025 | 08:04 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
This Prop Firm Hires Former Lehman Brothers and UBS Veteran with 35 Years of Market Experience
- Funded Trading Plus adds Andrew Lockwood to its C-level lineup as Head of Trader Education.
- Recently he focused on teaching other traders and built a social media presence of 350K followers.
Wednesday, 05/03/2025 | 08:14 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
This Prop Firm Has Nearly 1,300 Traders Waiting a Year for Their Money
- The Funded Trader currently has 1,272 clients waiting for payouts since March 2024.
- The firm presents another in a series of repayment plans, but the number of those waiting in line continues to grow.
Monday, 03/03/2025 | 07:52 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Another Prop Firm Returns to MetaTrader 5 a Year After MetaQuotes’ License Overhaul
- Instant Funding has announced that it has obtained its own license to offer MetaTrader 5 to clients.
- While cTrader and DXtrade have become key alternatives over the past year, MT5 still dominates.
Wednesday, 26/02/2025 | 07:40 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
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