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 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
20+ years
Areas of Expertise
Forex, cryptocurrency, and the online brokerage industry
Article Count
20+
Licenses / Credentials (if applicable)
Series III license — Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA), held 10+ years
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Steven Hatzakis is the Global Director of Online Broker Research and Partner with Reink Media Group, parent of StockBrokers.com. Passionate about helping consumers, Steven has spoken and moderated numerous forex and finance industry panels across the globe and has been gathering accolades and credentials in the finance industry for more than 20 years. He's served as a registered commodity futures representative for both domestic and internationally regulated brokerages, and he's held a Series III license in the U.S. as a Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA) for more than 10 years.
Steven has published over 1,000 articles covering the forex industry, and he has been writing about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency since the industry's infancy. Steven 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, exercise and staying active.
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Latest Articles
Discover the best share trading platforms in Australia for 2026. We tested top brokers for lowest fees, CHESS sponsorship, and global stock market access.
- Steven Hatzakis
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May 21, 2026
Choosing the best broker can be crucial to your success as a day trader in the U.K., as the needs of active traders can be drastically different from those of passive investors. See our top picks, based on hands-on testing and analysis.
- Steven Hatzakis
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April 02, 2026
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