Author: Alex Firdaus

Alex Firdaus is the Head of Media at FinMedia Group, where he leads editorial strategy and content quality for FundedTrading and related financial publications. With a background in SEO and professional copywriting, Alex focuses on creating clear, trustworthy content that helps traders make informed decisions. His experience includes working on search quality evaluation projects related to Google Search, which shaped his approach to accuracy, transparency, and user-first content. Alex specializes in breaking down complex prop trading rules, funding models, and risk systems into practical, easy-to-understand guidance. His work is driven by a commitment to protecting retail traders from misleading claims and low-quality platforms by publishing data-backed, clearly sourced reviews. You can connect with Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandri-firdaus/

Blueberry Funded Synthetic Indices for Challenge Accounts

Blueberry Funded recently introduced Synthetic Indices on their challenge accounts, expanding trading options for traders seeking fast-paced markets with round-the-clock availability. This new product suits traders focused on scalping and short-term strategies who want consistent volatility outside traditional market hours. What Are Synthetic Indices? Synthetic Indices are algorithm-driven financial instruments designed to replicate real market […]

Trading Strategies Every Prop Trader Must Know to Pass Funded Challenges

Whether you’re preparing for your first prop firm challenge or already managing a funded account, the right trading strategy is what separates consistent earners from blown accounts. The best prop traders don’t try to master everything — they pick one or two approaches, then execute with discipline. 📋 In This Guide Why Prop Traders Need […]

Funded Trading Rules and Parameters Explained – How to Pass an Evaluation and Maximize Profit

Funded trading allows traders to use a prop firm’s capital to trade in financial markets. Prop firms have specific rules and parameters that traders must follow to qualify and maintain a funded account. This guide explains the key terms, rules, and strategies for successful funded trading. You can start reading our article “What You Need […]

Remote Prop Firms vs Traditional Prop Firms: What Is the Difference?

Compare remote prop firms vs traditional prop firms in 2026. Learn differences in funding models, profit split vs salary, execution (sim vs live), regulation, markets, and career path.

How to Use the Free Investing.com Economic Calendar for Prop Firm Trading

The Investing.com Economic Calendar is a free tool that helps forex traders track high-impact economic events such as interest rate decisions, CPI releases, Non-Farm Payroll (NFP), and GDP announcements. If you trade forex — especially with a prop firm — understanding how to read and use the economic calendar is critical for managing volatility, spread […]

9 Critical Factors You Must Evaluate Before Joining a Prop Firm

Prop Firm Guide: How to Choose the Best Forex Prop Firm in 2026 A prop firm (proprietary trading firm) allocates company capital to traders under strict risk rules and profit-sharing agreements. You must evaluate drawdown models, profit split, platform access, scaling plan, and regulatory structure before joining a funded trading program. This guide structures every […]