How I Test
"My research begins with collecting and auditing data across more than 100 variables, analyzing the tools and features that matter most to forex and CFD traders. I track commissions, spreads, and fees across the industry to help traders find the best broker for their needs.
I also review each broker's regulatory status, which helps determine whether a broker can be trusted to keep your money safe. As part of this effort, my team and I track more than 100 international regulatory agencies to power our proprietary Trust Score rating system.
I open personal brokerage accounts and test every available platform on desktop, web, and mobile for each broker reviewed. Nothing earns a rating until I've put it through its paces myself, because I believe traders deserve findings grounded in real, hands-on experience."
Years of Experience
25+ years
Areas of Expertise
Forex, cryptocurrency, and the online brokerage industry
Article Count
1000+
Licenses / Credentials (if applicable)
Series III license — Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA)
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Steven Hatzakis is a well-known finance writer, with 25+ years of experience in the foreign exchange and financial markets. He is the Global Director of Online Broker Research for Reink Media Group, leading research efforts for ForexBrokers.com since 2016.
Steven is an expert writer and researcher who has published over 1,000 articles covering the foreign exchange markets and cryptocurrency industries.
He has served as a registered commodity futures representative for domestic and internationally-regulated brokerages. He holds a Series III license in the US as a Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA).
Passionate about helping consumers, Steven has moderated numerous forex and finance industry panels across the globe, such as the Finance Magnates London Summit and The Cyprus Forex Summit.
Steven is frequently referenced in highly regarded forex publications such as FXStreet, Bitcoin.com, The National Herald, and TheStreet. Steven has also been referenced as a cryptocurrency expert in the Alabama Law Review.
Prior to joining Reink Media Group, Steven was an Editor at Finance Magnates.
In addition to forex, Steven is an avid cryptocurrency researcher, advisor, investor, and trader, having conducted over 3,000 crypto trades in 2020 alone. Steven first wrote about Bitcoin market inefficiencies in 2013 and continues to contribute to open-source technology, consumer education, and self-regulatory initiatives.
During his free time, Steven enjoys reading and engineering applications related to math and cryptography, traveling, spearfishing, exercising and staying active.
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Latest Articles
AvaTrade is a trusted global brand best known for offering an extensive selection of trading platforms for forex and CFD traders.
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May 04, 2026
At ForexBrokers.com, we track over 100 global regulators. Based on our proprietary Trust Score rating system, here are the most trusted forex brokers in 2026.
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April 02, 2026
We've collected thousands of data points on the best forex brokers' product offerings; here are our top picks for the best range of investments.
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April 02, 2026
Discover the best brokers for trend trading strategies. Learn which platforms offer the tools and resources you'll need to execute trend-following strategies.
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April 02, 2026
At ForexBrokers.com, we've tested dozens of the best brokers. After analyzing thousands of data points, here are our top picks of the best brokers for research for 2026.
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April 02, 2026
ForexBrokers.com's list of the seven best forex brokers for using Trading Central in 2026.
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March 31, 2026
Compare the best forex brokers available to residents of Bangladesh in 2026, including regulated international platforms that accept Bangladeshi traders.
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March 30, 2026
Looking for the best forex brokers in Vietnam? Navigate local regulations safely with our 2026 guide to top-rated, well-regulated international trading platforms.
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March 30, 2026
Compare the annual rankings from every year we have reviewed online brokers.
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January 26, 2026
We've tested dozens of the best forex platforms and analyzed hundreds of data points to share our list of the top forex brokers with the best user experience.
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January 26, 2026
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