Independent Trading Intelligence
Built to Protect Investors
We are a team of former regulators, institutional traders, and investigative journalists working together to help UK investors make safer, smarter decisions — free from paid influence.
5+ Years
Protecting investors since 2020
200+
Platforms independently reviewed
45,000+
UK investors trust our research
FCA Aware
Cross-checked against FCA register
20+
Countries covered worldwide
150+
Scams investigated & reported
Protecting Capital,
Empowering Decisions
The UK trading landscape is filled with misleading marketing, unregulated platforms, and sophisticated scams. Every year, thousands of British investors lose money to fraudulent schemes that exploit trust and inexperience.
We founded TradeRadarNews to change that. Our team of former regulators, institutional traders, and cybersecurity specialists work together to provide the most thorough, independent analysis available.
Investor-First Philosophy
Every review, investigation, and guide prioritises investor safety above commercial interests.
Global Coverage, UK Standards
We cover platforms in 20+ markets while maintaining the rigorous standards expected by UK regulators.
Investigative Journalism
Our scam unit has exposed over 150 fraudulent platforms, helping protect thousands of investors.
How We Review Platforms
Our methodology is rigorous, transparent, and consistent. Every platform undergoes the same four-stage evaluation process.
Platform Testing
We open real accounts, deposit funds, and test every feature — from sign-up to withdrawal.
FCA Regulation Check
Every platform is verified against the FCA register. We confirm FSCS eligibility and regulatory status.
Fees & Features Analysis
We benchmark fees, spreads, and commissions against industry standards. No hidden costs go unnoticed.
Safety & Security Audit
We evaluate fund segregation, encryption, negative balance protection, and dispute resolution processes.
Editorial Independence
Trust is our most valuable asset. These principles guide every piece of content we publish.
No Paid Placements
Review scores and editorial content are never influenced by commercial relationships. Sponsored content is always clearly labelled.
FCA-First Approach
We prioritise UK-regulated platforms and always verify claims against the FCA register. Unregulated platforms are clearly flagged.
Full Transparency
Every review is fact-checked. We publish our methodology openly and welcome corrections. Investigations cite verifiable sources.
Our Expert Team
Every article, review, and investigation is led by a subject-matter expert with verified industry credentials and years of hands-on experience.
James Whitfield
Head of Research
Former FCA compliance analyst with 12 years in financial regulation. Leads our platform review methodology and scam investigation unit.
Sarah Chen
Senior Platform Analyst
Ex-institutional trader with deep expertise in forex and crypto markets. Tests every platform hands-on before publication.
David Okonkwo
Scam Investigation Lead
Cybersecurity specialist and fraud investigator. Manages our scam alert database and coordinates with Action Fraud on active cases.
Helen Morrison
Editorial Director
Award-winning financial journalist with 18 years at major UK publications. Ensures every article meets our rigorous editorial standards.
Raj Patel
Data & Technology Lead
Fintech engineer and data scientist. Builds our market analysis tools, price trackers, and automated monitoring systems.
Emma Larsson
Education & Content Strategist
Former trading educator with a passion for financial literacy. Designs our learning programmes and beginner resources.
From Startup to Trusted Authority
Five years of relentless dedication to investor protection and editorial excellence.
Founded in London
TradeRadarNews launched with a small team of former regulators determined to bring transparency to UK trading.
100+ Reviews Published
Reached our first major milestone — independently reviewing over 100 trading platforms.
Scam Investigation Unit
Established a dedicated fraud team, partnering with Action Fraud and the FCA to expose bad actors.
Education Hub Launch
Launched our free Education Hub, making institutional-grade trading knowledge accessible to everyone.
45,000+ Monthly Readers
Grew to become one of the UK's most trusted independent trading intelligence platforms.
Global Expansion
Extended coverage to 20+ countries with localised platform rankings and regulatory guides.
"TradeRadarNews has become an essential resource for UK investors navigating an increasingly complex trading landscape. Their investigative work on unregulated platforms is genuinely saving people money."
— Industry Recognition, Financial Media Awards 2024
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Contact Our Team
Have a tip about a suspicious platform? Want to discuss a review? Our editorial team is always available.
Editorial Enquiries
editorial@traderadarnews.com
Report a Scam
investigations@traderadarnews.com
London Office
Canary Wharf, London E14, United Kingdom
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