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
Here's how to buy the new Bitcoin spot ETFs with an online broker.
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May 26, 2026
Our expert Tickmill review tests the broker's Raw account pricing, spreads, MetaTrader platforms, and tools to help you decide if it fits your trading in 2026.
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May 22, 2026
tastyfx review 2026: Our #1 U.S. Forex Broker offers 85 spot pairs, 1.15-pip EUR/USD spreads, and IG-powered platforms. See our hands-on testing results.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 22, 2026
IG offers the ultimate comprehensive trading package, featuring excellent trading and research tools, and industry-leading education.
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May 21, 2026
A list of the best Cyprus forex brokers that are CySEC regulated
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May 21, 2026
Read our guide to trading forex in Singapore and see our picks for the best forex brokers regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 21, 2026
Check out our picks for the best forex brokers available to residents of Japan.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 21, 2026
Read about how binary options work and learn why this popular investment product is risky and often associated with scams.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 20, 2026
Check out our picks for the best brokers offering the popular ZuluTrade platform and learn about the features that make it a popular choice for copy traders.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 15, 2026
Discover the best brokers for grid trading in 2026. Compare platforms, pricing, and tools to find the best broker for your forex grid trading strategy.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 15, 2026
IG
FOREX.com
CMC Markets
XTB
eToro
Capital.com
AvaTrade
Pepperstone
FP Markets
Tickmill
