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For Traders Launches First Prediction Markets Prop Firm Offering
Prop trading firm For Traders has launched the first prediction markets prop firm in beta, allowing community members to trade simulated binary options and potentially tapping into regulatory loopholes.
Advantage Futures Adds BornTec CrossCheck
High-volume futures broker Advantage Futures has deployed BornTec’s CrossCheck Audit Trail module to automate compliance and reduce manual workload.
PipFarm Introduces Pip Protector Max Risk (Version 2)
PipFarm introduced Pip Protector: Max Risk (Version 2), a three-strike risk-management system applying to simulated funded accounts created on or after March 9, 2026, replacing the firm's prior per-trade risk framework.
FundedNext Says It Paid $15.19M to 8,340 Traders in February
Prop firm FundedNext disbursed $15.19 million to 8,340 traders in February, releasing its first recurring monthly payout report with median processing time under 5 hours.
EdgeClear Empowers New Traders with Launch of 100-Ounce Silver Futures
EdgeClear has introduced CME Group's 100-Ounce Silver Futures (SIC) contract, offering a lower-cost entry point for precious metals trading with reduced margin requirements.
Lucid Trading Restructures Live Program, Launches LucidMaxx Daily Payout Account
Lucid Trading has revamped its Live Program with a new end-of-day drawdown model and introduced the LucidMaxx account offering daily payouts with no cap.
NinjaTrader Group Unveils NinjaTrader Connect for Futures and Prediction Markets Firms
NinjaTrader Group has unveiled NinjaTrader Connect, an end-to-end B2B platform enabling fintechs and brokerages to offer regulated futures and prediction markets under their own brand.
OANDA Prop Trader to Conclude as FTMO Strengthens Its Modern Prop Focus
FTMO will formally conclude OANDA's Prop Trader program on March 31, 2026, following the firm's acquisition of OANDA in 2025. OANDA will continue its core brokerage services while FTMO focuses on its modern prop trading model.
Topstep brings elite performance to trading
Topstep unveils a new ad campaign starring champion skier Alex Ferreira, alongside platform updates including a redesigned website, Training Camp learning series, and live funding up to $150,000.
"Nobody Knew Prop Trading": Fintokei Declares $15M in Payouts as It Marks Three Years in Japan
Czech prop trading firm Fintokei celebrates three years in Japan, disclosing over $15 million in trader payouts. The firm credits deep localization and tax compliance for its success in a market where prop trading was unknown.
Hola Prime Wins Fastest Payout Prop Firm MEA 2026 at UF Awards
Hola Prime was named Fastest Payout Prop Firm MEA 2026 at the Ultimate Fintech Awards during iFX EXPO Dubai, disclosing an average payout time of under 34 minutes.
The5ers Launches Futures Prop Offerings Worldwide
The5ers launched futures prop trading offerings available to traders worldwide, including the US, running in beta on the Black Arrow platform with plans to add more platforms and allowing overnight positions in gold, silver and Nasdaq futures.
The Trading Pit Launches Seychelles-Regulated CFD Brokerage in Limited Rollout
The Trading Pit launched TTP Markets, a Seychelles-regulated CFD brokerage, in a limited rollout restricted to hand-picked prop traders as a regulatory test bed. The firm is majority-owned by Pinorena Capital, headed by Tickmill co-founder Illimar Mattus.
StoneX Group Reports Record Fiscal 2026 First Quarter Results
StoneX reported record quarterly net operating revenues of $724.4 million, up 47%, and net income of $139.0 million for fiscal Q1 2026, alongside a three-for-two stock split announcement.
The New Audacity: Consistency Rule Removed, Weekend and Algo Trading Allowed
Prop trading firm Audacity Capital removes consistency rule, adds same-day payouts, and allows copy trading, news trading, EA trading, weekend holding, and crypto weekend trading.
FunderPro Opens Registration for $100K Trading Competition
FunderPro opened pre-registration for a trading competition offering up to $100,000 in funded and evaluation accounts, with prizes for top finishers and random draws.
Crypto Fund Trader Announces $18 Million Paid to Traders
Crypto Fund Trader (CFT), a crypto-native proprietary trading firm, has paid over $18 million to traders since its founding. The firm highlights its Proof of Reserves and infrastructure built for digital asset markets as differentiators.
FunderPro Launches Instant Funding Accounts
FunderPro introduces Instant Funding, allowing traders to bypass traditional evaluation phases and start trading simulated capital immediately, with a static 4% trailing drawdown and two-week payout eligibility.
TradeStation Releases MCP Connection for Third-Party AI Platforms
TradeStation released a Model Context Protocol connection letting clients link trading accounts with third-party AI platforms, initially configured to work with Anthropic's Claude.
TradeStation Securities Introduces TITAN X Next-Generation Trading Platform
TradeStation Securities unveiled TITAN X, its next-generation flagship trading platform for active traders, featuring a redesigned Matrix trading ladder and multi-asset tools, rolling out first in beta.
Topstep Discloses Data Exposure Affecting Roughly 1,920 Users
Topstep disclosed that personal information, including names and Social Security numbers, for roughly 1,920 individuals may have been exposed following a DDoS attack and unauthorized file access in late 2025, offering affected users free credit monitoring.
NinjaTrader Group Launches NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop
NinjaTrader Group has launched NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop under its NT Technologies entity, offering purpose-built tools for prop traders including advanced risk controls and third-party integrations.
CME Group 1-Ounce Gold (1OZ) Futures is Now Available for Live Trading!
CME Group's new 1-Ounce Gold (1OZ) futures contract is now available for live trading, offering the smallest gold contract size yet at one-tenth of a Micro Gold futures contract.
Prop Firm Lark Funding Plans to Add Match-Trader to Its Offering
Lark Funding CEO Matthew Letourneau said the Canada-based prop firm is onboarding Match-Trader as a new platform option alongside its existing cTrader and DXTrade offering.