Breaking: Prop Trading Firm the Funded Trader "Pauses All Operations" (2024)

The Funded Trader, a prop trading firm that recently faced an array of complaints for payout denials, has “temporarily paused all operations” with promises of a relaunch.

“Over the coming week, we will follow up with specifics as we work to resume operations,” a notice on the prop trading firm’s website noted with a countdown timer of 21 days. However, it did not clarify if the timer is for its relaunch.

Relaunch Promised, but When?

Angelo Ciaramello, the Chief Executive Officer of The Funded Trader, noted in an announcement: “In pausing our operations, we will be relaunching the brand but with a slightly different look and feel.”

“Over the coming week, we will post updates on what this will look like and how this decision affects everyone involved… The relaunch of TFT is coming, and earning your trust will be difficult, but we know what it takes.”

I wanted to address you all personally. You have been the lifeblood of TFT. You have fought in battle with me day in and day out for years. You have participated in one of the greatest movements in history and have delivered to me what I dreamed of, this community.

Being in the…

— The Funded Trader (@thefundedtrader) March 28, 2024

The company further noted that it will put out a plan for existing customers in the coming weeks. Despite the assurance of the relaunch, pausing the entire operation for a relaunch looks odd.

The Company Faces a Wave of Complaints

The Funded Trader, with over 80,000 accounts, is a part of Easton Consulting Technologies LLC, which operates a number of other prop trading platforms. In the past few weeks, the customers of the prop trading platform took to social media, especially Trustpilot, to complaints about abrupt payout denials and unresponsive customer support.

However, Ciaramello called the complaints "propaganda" against the firm. Subsequently, the prop trading firm confirmed that it suspended all payouts because of a “self-imposed internal audit.

During a live broadcast on YouTube, Ciaramello presented a graphic suggesting that in the first two months of 2024, TFT paid out over $17 million to clients while blocking withdrawals of just over $2 million during the same period.

“The payments were rejected due to KYC, due to any type of fraud, credit card fraud and any prohibited trading strategies,” the CEO said during the live broadcast. However, he continued to face backlash on social media.

The Funded Trader, a prop trading firm that recently faced an array of complaints for payout denials, has “temporarily paused all operations” with promises of a relaunch.

“Over the coming week, we will follow up with specifics as we work to resume operations,” a notice on the prop trading firm’s website noted with a countdown timer of 21 days. However, it did not clarify if the timer is for its relaunch.

Relaunch Promised, but When?

Angelo Ciaramello, the Chief Executive Officer of The Funded Trader, noted in an announcement: “In pausing our operations, we will be relaunching the brand but with a slightly different look and feel.”

“Over the coming week, we will post updates on what this will look like and how this decision affects everyone involved… The relaunch of TFT is coming, and earning your trust will be difficult, but we know what it takes.”

I wanted to address you all personally. You have been the lifeblood of TFT. You have fought in battle with me day in and day out for years. You have participated in one of the greatest movements in history and have delivered to me what I dreamed of, this community.

Being in the…

— The Funded Trader (@thefundedtrader) March 28, 2024

The company further noted that it will put out a plan for existing customers in the coming weeks. Despite the assurance of the relaunch, pausing the entire operation for a relaunch looks odd.

The Company Faces a Wave of Complaints

The Funded Trader, with over 80,000 accounts, is a part of Easton Consulting Technologies LLC, which operates a number of other prop trading platforms. In the past few weeks, the customers of the prop trading platform took to social media, especially Trustpilot, to complaints about abrupt payout denials and unresponsive customer support.

However, Ciaramello called the complaints "propaganda" against the firm. Subsequently, the prop trading firm confirmed that it suspended all payouts because of a “self-imposed internal audit.

During a live broadcast on YouTube, Ciaramello presented a graphic suggesting that in the first two months of 2024, TFT paid out over $17 million to clients while blocking withdrawals of just over $2 million during the same period.

“The payments were rejected due to KYC, due to any type of fraud, credit card fraud and any prohibited trading strategies,” the CEO said during the live broadcast. However, he continued to face backlash on social media.

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Breaking: Prop Trading Firm the Funded Trader "Pauses All Operations" (2024)

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Why did the funded trader pause operations? ›

Breaking: Prop Trading Firm the Funded Trader "Pauses All Operations" The prop trading promised a relaunch without any solid timeline. The suspension of operations came after it faced a wave of complaints for payout denials.

Is the funded trader gone? ›

The Funded Trader shut down their website, trading platform and operations. In this video I talk about what happened, whether they are gone forever, what it means for anyone trading with the Funded Trader and what to do now, what prop firms to look at.

What happened to TFT Prop firm? ›

In March 2024, The Funded Trader (TFT) ceased trading and cancelled their agreements with all traders in their books. This comes as a giant shock to traders and industry spectators, as TFT was considered one of the largest firms with a loyal trader fan base.

Who is the owner of the funded trader? ›

Angelo Ciaramello is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Funded Trader.

Which prop firm is the best? ›

The most popular prop trading firms and funded programmes
  • Axi Select.
  • FTMO.
  • The Forex Funder.
  • E8 Markets.
  • The 5%ers.
  • Funded Next.
  • Funded Trading Plus.

Is the funded trader program regulated? ›

Is Funded Trader regulated? NO. There is no regulation class to what we because we do not manage any private investor funds. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is aware of our presence in the market and also what we do.

Why 95% of day traders lose money? ›

The emotional aspect of trading often leads to irrational decisions like panic selling. When the market moves unfavourably, many traders, especially those who are inexperienced, tend to panic and exit their positions hastily. This panic selling often occurs at the worst possible time, leading to significant losses.

How many day traders lose all their money? ›

Studies have shown that more than 97% of day traders lose money over time, and less than 1% of day traders are actually profitable. One percent!

Is funded trader real or fake? ›

Funded trader programs can be a legitimate avenue for traders to access capital and amplify profits. However, like any lucrative opportunity, there are risks.

How much does the average funded trader make? ›

As of May 9, 2024, the average annual pay for a Funded Trader in the United States is $96,774 a year.

What happens if you lose money on a funded trading account? ›

Limited risk to the trader

Not your own. This means that your financial risk in case of unsuccessful trades is just a fee you have paid to the firm for it to fund you. If you paid the firm $500 and lost $10,000 during trading, you lost just $500.

Are prop firms a pyramid? ›

Actually, one could compare the 95% of prop companies to a pyramid scheme. They either set you up to fail or compensate you with other traders' losses. They use effective marketing and eye-catching graphics to keep new traders coming in.

What is the oldest prop trading firm? ›

{quote} FTMO (unless you are a US citizen), The5ers, and City Traders Imperium are the three oldest prop firms, and probably the only ones with 5+yrs reputable history of reliable payouts. I'd start with those three. Audacity is from 2012.

Which prop firm is better than FTMO? ›

FTMO 's top competitors in May 2024 are: FunderPro, the5ers and more. FunderPro is currently rank as the number one on the list of top Forex Prop Firms.

Why is the forex market paused? ›

Trading is halted when there is an order imbalance, which can be bullish or bearish in nature. They're usually the result of regulatory concerns, the anticipation of significant news, or an excess of buy or sell orders for a specific asset.

Why does the forex market freeze? ›

A common reason for a frozen Forex account is lack of funds for open positions or a margin call. When a trader's account balance falls below the required margin level, brokers may freeze the account to prevent further losses.

How to get free retry the funded trader? ›

To qualify for a free retake in the FundedNext Evaluation Challenge, traders must meet the following criteria:
  1. The account must end in profit with all positions closed. Even a cent's profit will count.
  2. Must trade for at least 5 minimum trading days.
  3. Must follow all trading objectives without any violations.

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