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Practical, jargon-free guides from our research team — from your first pip to passing a prop firm challenge.
What Is Forex Trading? A Complete Beginner's Guide
Forex is the largest financial market in the world, with more than $7 trillion traded every day. Learn how currency trading works, who trades it and how to get started safely.
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Oct 8, 2026
How to Choose a Forex Broker: The 10-Point Checklist
Your broker holds your money and executes every trade. Use this 10-point checklist — the same one our analysts use — to separate trustworthy brokers from the rest.
Oct 5, 2026
Pips, Lots and Leverage Explained (With Examples)
Pips measure price moves, lots measure trade size and leverage magnifies both profits and losses. Master these three concepts with simple worked examples.
Oct 2, 2026
Risk Management 101: The 1% Rule and Position Sizing
Professional traders survive losing streaks because they control risk on every trade. Learn the 1% rule, how to size positions and why risk/reward matters.
Sep 29, 2026
ECN vs Market Maker Brokers: What's the Difference?
ECN, STP and market maker brokers handle your orders in very different ways. Understand the execution models, their costs and which suits your trading style.
Sep 25, 2026
MT4 vs MT5 vs cTrader vs TradingView: Which Platform Is Best?
The platform you trade on shapes your entire experience. We compare MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and TradingView on charting, automation and broker support.
Sep 21, 2026
How to Choose a Safe Crypto Exchange: 8 Things to Check
Exchange collapses and hacks have cost investors billions. Here are the eight security and transparency checks to make before you deposit a single dollar.
Sep 17, 2026
Prop Firm Challenges Explained: How to Get Funded
Prop firms let skilled traders manage up to $200,000 or more in exchange for passing an evaluation. Here is how challenges work, the rules that trip traders up and how to pass.
Sep 13, 2026
Forex Market Hours: The Best Times to Trade
The forex market never sleeps, but not all hours are equal. Learn when the Sydney, Tokyo, London and New York sessions open and why the overlaps matter.
Sep 8, 2026