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Where the World's Prop Firm Traders Come From (2025–2026)
Industry NewsEditorial

Where the World's Prop Firm Traders Come From (2025–2026)

Top 10 countries with the most prop firm traders and what the global data tells us about the industry in 2026.

7 min1 May 2026
Prop Firm News

MyForexFunds Update: Form Now Live for Funded Accounts with Positive Equity

MyForexFunds has entered the final stages of its process. A submission form is now available for users holding funded accounts with positive equity at the time of the freeze. Here's what traders need to know.

4 min5 Jul 2026
Prop Firm Payout Methods: Complete 2026 Guide
Guides

Prop Firm Payout Methods: Complete 2026 Guide

Not all prop firm payouts are equal. This guide breaks down exact withdrawal methods — crypto, bank, Rise, Skrill, Wise — for every major firm in 2026.

6 min16 May 2026
Weekend Holding in Prop Firms: The Complete 2026 Guide (All Major Firms Compared)
Guides

Weekend Holding in Prop Firms: The Complete 2026 Guide (All Major Firms Compared)

Swing trader? This is essential reading. We break down the weekend holding policy for every major prop firm — FundingPips, FXIFY, BrightFunded, FundedNext, PropXP, Think Capital, The5ers, and more. No fluff, just the facts.

8 min14 May 2026
Prop Firm Risk Rules Explained: The Ultimate Guide for Funded Traders
Guides

Prop Firm Risk Rules Explained: The Ultimate Guide for Funded Traders

Many traders fail funded accounts not because of poor strategy, but because they misunderstand how risk rules are actually enforced. This guide breaks down mandatory and recommended risk rules across major prop firms — and how to apply them in real trading.

8 min2 May 2026
Do Prop Firms Allow Iranian Traders in 2026? (Complete Guide)
Guides

Do Prop Firms Allow Iranian Traders in 2026? (Complete Guide)

Learn whether prop firms allow Iranian traders in 2026. Discover restricted firms, risks, and safe alternatives for traders from Iran.

6 min1 May 2026
Market Outlook: Gold USD (XAU/USD) Analysis
Market Analysis

Market Outlook: Gold USD (XAU/USD) Analysis

Despite a strengthening Dollar, Gold maintains resilience as geopolitical tensions and trade friction provide safe-haven support. Key technical levels and upcoming economic indicators will define the near-term trajectory.

4 min18 Jan 2026
From $0 to $10,000: A Trader's Success Story
Success Stories

From $0 to $10,000: A Trader's Success Story

Read how Mike transformed from a struggling trader to making $10,000/month through prop firm funding. His journey, mistakes, and lessons learned.

8 min11 Dec 2025
How to Pass Your Prop Firm Challenge on First Try
Guides

How to Pass Your Prop Firm Challenge on First Try

A comprehensive guide to passing your prop firm challenge successfully. Learn the strategies, mindset, and techniques used by traders who pass on their first attempt.

10 min11 Dec 2025
Top 3 Prop Firms Offering Instant Funding in 2025
Prop Firm News

Top 3 Prop Firms Offering Instant Funding in 2025

Skip the evaluation and get funded immediately. Here are the best prop firms offering instant funding options for experienced traders in 2025.

6 min11 Dec 2025