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Steven Hatzakis
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Global Director, Online Broker Research, reinkmedia.com
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Millions of people read Steven's articles each year. Steven Hatzakis is a passionate researcher, advisor, developer, and technology futurist with over 20 years’ experience working across diverse roles for financial technology (fintech) and financial services (finserv) companies from Wall Street to Hong Kong. Steven has helped consumers from over 140 countries who cumulatively traded billions of dollars worth of financial assets across global capital markets including foreign exchange, futures, options, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and other complex derivatives and financial products. Current Experience (and Prior Positions): o Steven Hatzakis [2008-Present] – Founder, CEO, CTA [Fintech Consultancy, Contractor & Advisory] o Reink Media Group [2016-Present] – Global Director of Online Broker Research, Partner [Media Agency] o Ithaca College- [Nov 2021 -Present] Advisory Board Member [Cybersecurity program] o Gitcoin [2018-Present] – Ambassador [Bounty Marketplace for Open-Source Development] o ixo Foundation [2018-Present] – Ambassador [Social Impact Platform] o CrayPay [2018-Present] – Advisory Board Member [Fintech Payments Application] o Creative Mint [2018-2023] – Advisor [Fintech Blockchain Publishing Platform] o Digitz [2018-2019] – Advisor [Fintech Payments Application with Cryptocurrency Lending] o Etheralabs [2018-Present] – Advisory Board Member [Boutique Technology Consultancy] o VedasLabs [2018-Present] – Advisor [FINRA-regulated Crowdfunding Startup] o Financial Commission [2018-2023] – Blockchain Expert Committee [Dispute Resolution Firm] o Abbott Labs [2014-2022] – Field Administrator [GSA Contractor for DoS, DoD, DoN] o CryptoIQ [2018-2019] – Advisor [Blockchain Technology Consultancy] o BCA Ventures [2017-2020] – Founder & Director [Early stage Cybersecurity R&D hub] o Priatek [2018-2019] – Advisory Board Member [Fintech Gaming Application Developer] o Financial Commission [2017-2018] – ICO Certification Committee [Member-Driven SRO] o Forex Magnates [2013-2014] – Editor [Online Brokerage Industry Financial Publication] o Finance Magnates [2016-2016] – Editor [Online Brokerage Industry Financial Publication] Tab Networks [2014-2016] – Content Marketing Manager [Fintech Technology Developer] o WorldWideMarkets [2012-2016] – Sales Consultant [Internationally-Regulated Online Brokerage] FX Solutions [2003-2012] – VP Institutional Sales [US-Regulated Online Brokerage] o Forex Funds [2003-2007] – Investment Account Executive [US-Regulated Introducing Brokerage] o Atlas Forex [2002-2002] – Investment Account Manager [Pending-Regulation as Introducing Broker] Skills (and Personality): o Financial Markets Expert [Deep understanding of Microstructure and Macrostructure] o Data-Driven Research, Investigative Journalism [Figure things out quickly and dive deep] o Consumer & Industry Trends, Advisory and Consulting [Strategic decisions and analysis] o Writing, Editorial, Corporate Communications [Frame information in the right context] o Software Architecture, Engineering, Web Development [Creatively make and modify things] o Contributor to various open-source software libraries [W3C Cryptography API Spec on Github] o Public Speaking, Sales, Support, Education [Get along great with crowds and influence others] o Content Creation, Best Practices [Thought-leadership with integrity always trying to improve] o Blood Type O+ [High energy/stamina, hunter gatherer] o ENTF-A Personality, Diplomat Type - [Extroverted Intuitive Thinking Feeling Assertive type] Career Milestones, Highlights (including Media): o Holds a Series III with the NFA and is a licensed commodity trading advisor (CTA) with the CFTC o Has Spoken on Panels in New York, London, Cyprus and Hong Kong, attended +38 conferences o Published over 1000 articles about fintech, finserv and related fields of technology o Technical article about bitcoin in 2013 was quoted by Minyanville in Yahoo Finance o Article for an RIA was cited in academic research paper by the Alabama Law Review o Quoted in the media as a source for 2018 technology trends, and alongside CFTC commissioner o Contributor to various open-source Github tools and referenced as a developer in media o Grew ForexBrokers.com into a market-leading media authority for online broker reviews o Invented a cryptographic cybersecurity tool and developed it into a working application o Is one of 12 contributors to the WorldWideWeb Consortium (W3C) Cryptography API on Github o Founded BCAVentures.com, and the independent consultancy firm StevenHatzakis.com
Day Trading, Cryptography, Options , Cryptocurrencies, Stocks , Forex, Investing , Social Trading, Commodities, Foreign Exchange Markets, CFDs, Commissions , Finance, Derivatives, Crypto, Online Brokers
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reinkmedia.com
Reink Media Group, LLC (RMG) is a privately held company based in Royal Oak, Michigan, founded in February 2009. The company focuses on providing financial education and advice, emphasizing a people-over-profits approach. RMG is certified as a B Corporation, highlighting its commitment to social and environmental responsibility. It operates in the advertising and market research sector in both the United States and Ireland, maintaining a minor environmental footprint. RMG specializes in managing multiple finance-focused websites, including investor.com, StockBrokers.com, and ForexBrokers.com. These platforms offer comprehensive reviews and comparisons of financial products and services, helping millions of visitors make informed investment decisions. The company promotes a progressive work culture, allowing team members autonomy in their schedules and locations, along with benefits like unlimited vacation time and a generous 401(k) match. RMG also shares 10% of its net profits with staff and their chosen charities, reinforcing its commitment to ethical practices and social impact.
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Founded: 2009