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Your monthly guide to getting the most out of your forex trading

Every month we will bring you a range of in-depth articles, from interviews with traders and market experts, insight into to hints on some of the tools to get the most out of your trading, whether you trade with Fair Trading Technology or not.

In the February 2012 issue

Expert Talk

Utilizing Dukascopy tick data for backtesting in MT4

To optimize an EA requires testing, and one of the best measures is historical tick data. Shuang Wu explains how to get this data into MT4 to be able to backtest your EAs.

Trader's Corner

How to backtest your EA with the T3 Integration Bridge

While creating your own EA can be a very powerful tool in the arsenal of a forex trader, properly backtesting it is a vital step, one made easier with tools you already have at your disposal.

Tools of the Trader

Using ECN Forex to benefit your trading

Trading with an ECN can be one of the smartest moves you make as a trader. We take a look at the pros and cons, and even how to address one of the biggest drawbacks: connecting MT4 to your ECN.

January 2012

One book to chart them all

Thomas Bulkowski's Encyclopedia of Chart Patterns is a must-have book for any forex trader interested in technical analysis.

The 2012 gold forecast

Once the primary currency in its own right, gold offers a level of stability not offered by any other form of money. And coming off a year marked by economic crises and rising debt, the outlook for this precious metal is shinier than ever, argues Fair Trading Technology CEO Tim Haman.

Using JForex to monitor and verify your trades

The T3 Integration Bridge allows traders to trade in either MetaTrader 4 or JForex. But, as Shuang Wu explains, there is a case to be made to have both platforms open when you trade as a way of monitoring and verifying your trades.

December 2011

How to avoid extra commissions when hedging in MetaTrader 4

A step-by-step guide on how making use of MetaTrader 4's “close by” function can save you commission when hedging trades.

Managing money (and risk) in your forex trading

Money management isn't just a nice catchphrase, it should be a the cornerstone of any forex trader's over-all strategy. Forexcrunch founder Yohay Elam gives some tips on how to make it part of yours.

Introducing transparent trading for iPhone and iPad

Fair Trading Technology introduces FX Trader, allowing you to trade on your iPhone or iPad, all while syncing automatically with MetaTrader 4 and JForex.

November 2011

Back to basics: a forex primer

While on the surface, forex trading shares many similarities to other forms of trading, it has its own language and fundamentals that every trader needs to understand before setting out. This is your primer on the absolute basics you need to know.

The Euro Crisis and the new "normals" in forex trading

As Europe navigates through the current Euro crisis, Fair Trading Technology CEO Tim Haman reflects on the changing markets and how volatility is creating a new sense of what is "normal" in forex trading.

Levelling the playing field for all traders with lower $1 per lot fee

Up until this past month, only the highest volume traders got the best commission rates for using the T3 Integration Bridge. That's now a thing of the past with our lower $1 per lot technology fee available to all traders, regardless of monthly turnover.

October 2011

Develop your own style and trust yourself: trading tips from Forex Crunch's founder

A feature interview with trader and Forex Crunch founder Yohay Elam on how he became a forex trader, lessons he has learned along the way and why ongoing education is crucial for both new and experienced traders.

The story behind Fair Trading Technology

What exactly is Fair Trading Technology? CEO and co-founder Tim Haman, describes the people dynamics and philosophies behind the foundation of the company and its products, and how they can benefit you as a trader.

How to ensure your MetaTrader 4 orders make it to the open market

A MetaTrader to ECN solution is not a new idea. But for many traders, finding an ideal way to connect and sync MetaTrader 4 to their ECN has been elusive. It's now not only possible, but it even works two-ways, ensuring your trades stay in sync, while ensuring they make it to the open market.

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Utilizing Dukascopy tick data for backtesting in MT4

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