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  • #1
  • First Post: Edited 11:15am Jan 17, 2008 10:48am | Edited 11:15am
As most of you are aware, Currenex is the standard platform for institutional level traders. Currenex offers fast and fair execution and institutional pricing -- but is only available to those willing to put up a 6-figure minimum account.

A prime broker has come up with a new platform that features the same execution and spreads, but available to retail clients with a minimum account size of $2,500 USD.

This new platform is called Viking Trader and is offered by a top tier Currenex prime broker that is extremely well-capitalized.

A huge advantage (besides the inst. spreads & funding requirement) is the ability to trade through the charts and receive live streaming news, which many platforms do not allow.

Viking is available now to those who know how to obtain it, and will be widely available in the upcoming months.

I know that I'm look forward to this new platform, feel free to PM me for more info!
  • #2
  • Jan 17, 2008 11:45am Jan 17, 2008 11:45am
Excellent post...thanks for sharing
  • #3
  • Jan 17, 2008 4:31pm Jan 17, 2008 4:31pm
Quoting Moe
is this free advertisment with out saying the name of the broker.
Absolutely not.

Have you seen this new platform yet? Or even heard of it?

It can very well revolutionize Forex on the retail level, and I think that just about any active trader on this forum can benefit from its arrival.

If there is any discrepancy as to whether or not my post abides by the rules, by all means, inform me so I can make changes.
  • #4
  • Jan 17, 2008 4:32pm Jan 17, 2008 4:32pm
Quoting BostonForex
Absolutely not.

Have you seen this new platform yet? Or even heard of it?

It can very well revolutionize Forex on the retail level, and I think that just about any active trader on this forum can benefit from its arrival.

If there is any discrepancy as to whether or not my post abides by the rules, by all means, inform me so I can make changes.
I just PMd you BostonForex.
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  • #5
  • Jan 17, 2008 4:39pm Jan 17, 2008 4:39pm
Hmmm, the last prime broker I traded Currenex on had a minimum deal size of $500k. Will the Currenex hubs begin supporting mini-lots?

In any event, I certainly support more ECN options for retail traders!
  • #6
  • Jan 17, 2008 4:49pm Jan 17, 2008 4:49pm
Quoting Trader KGB
Hmmm, the last prime broker I traded Currenex on had a minimum deal size of $500k. Will the Currenex hubs begin supporting mini-lots?

In any event, I certainly support more ECN options for retail traders!
Excellent question.

The answer is Yes, you will be able to trade mini-lots on this platform.

I am in 100% agreement with you that the retail traders do not have enough true ECN options available. Viking Trader looks as though it has potential to be a safe-haven for those looking for regulated ECN's.
  • #7
  • Jan 17, 2008 5:03pm Jan 17, 2008 5:03pm
I see no harm in posting the link for the benefit of everyone.
  • #8
  • Jan 17, 2008 7:40pm Jan 17, 2008 7:40pm
Is this Viking Trader available now or something that will be coming out soon?
  • #9
  • Jan 17, 2008 7:48pm Jan 17, 2008 7:48pm
DId a google search and couldn't find it - must be pretty new -
did run across a few references pointing to Valhalla -LOL
Hope thats not related to this...
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  • #10
  • Jan 17, 2008 7:55pm Jan 17, 2008 7:55pm
Quoting mrgreen
DId a google search and couldn't find it - must be pretty new -
did run across a few references pointing to Valhalla -LOL
Hope thats not related to this...
LOL I came across that too in my Google search

I guess they haven't released it yet. I just hope it doesn't become a >1-year work-in-progress like ATC's claim to have Currenex running through MT4.
  • #11
  • Jan 18, 2008 12:54am Jan 18, 2008 12:54am
Quoting BostonForex
Absolutely not.

Have you seen this new platform yet? Or even heard of it?

It can very well revolutionize Forex on the retail level, and I think that just about any active trader on this forum can benefit from its arrival.

If there is any discrepancy as to whether or not my post abides by the rules, by all means, inform me so I can make changes.
If I Go Broke Trying Then I Will die happy.
  • #12
  • Edited 10:39am Jan 18, 2008 10:26am | Edited 10:39am
Good Morning to All,

I've attached a few screen shots of Viking Trader for everyone here.

We are beta testing this platform for functionality only so please do not take note of the spreads, which of course will be institutional on live accounts.

Due to non-disclosure agreements, we are unable to disclose which prime broker is offering Viking Trader at this time, but demo accounts will be available as soon as February 1st, 2008, and live accounts are expected to be available by mid February.

The platform has multiple layouts in a very user-friendly system. One click trading can be enabled or disabled as wished and trades are available for download to keep records.

Trading through the charts is simple, and the tools are laid out conveniently above the chart. As shown in one of the screen shots, you are not limited as to what pairs you'd like to trade -- there is a slide out menu for all pairs. There is also a slide out tab on the right for an economic calender.

Also, traders will have the capability to trade mini-lots and program their strategies into an API.

If you would like to receive a demo account in the next few weeks, please email me your contact information and I will be sure to get you one when I have the green light (looks to be Feb. 1).

Best regards.
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  • #13
  • Jan 18, 2008 12:54pm Jan 18, 2008 12:54pm
looks great, thank you for info
  • #14
  • Jan 18, 2008 12:56pm Jan 18, 2008 12:56pm
Is this going to be an ECN type broker? If so, what are the commissions going to be?
  • #15
  • Jan 18, 2008 2:38pm Jan 18, 2008 2:38pm
How do they deal with mini lots ? How can they send it to the market when standard lot are the only size know in the interbank market ?

I suppose they keep them in house.
  • #16
  • Jan 18, 2008 3:44pm Jan 18, 2008 3:44pm
Quoting melpheos
How do they deal with mini lots ? How can they send it to the market when standard lot are the only size know in the interbank market ?

I suppose they keep them in house.
The market maker will be using an algorithm that aggregates the smaller volume trades and hedges the net position at various price points.
  • #17
  • Jan 19, 2008 11:04am Jan 19, 2008 11:04am
Quoting bugscoe
Is this going to be an ECN type broker? If so, what are the commissions going to be?
Very important question!


For example on USD/JPY:
MBTrading demands for an 100.000 unit order a Round-Turn commission of 10$.

That is very expensive!!
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  • #18
  • Jan 19, 2008 11:24am Jan 19, 2008 11:24am
Quoting htbreaker
MBTrading demands for an 100.000 unit order a Round-Turn commission of 10$.

That is very expensive!!
Agreed. MBT/EFX sadly aren't even competitive with rates so high.

Hopefully these guys can match Dukascopy and IB's rates of $18-20 per million.
  • #19
  • Jan 19, 2008 11:41am Jan 19, 2008 11:41am
Quoting BostonForex
The market maker will be using an algorithm that aggregates the smaller volume trades and hedges the net position at various price points.
Thanks, it is a very important point as if your trade is bundled with others and hedged then there is no point for them to try to screw you.

Waiting forward for the commission information.
  • #20
  • Jan 19, 2008 12:09pm Jan 19, 2008 12:09pm
Since BostonForex referred to the company as a "market maker" I'm getting the impression this is just another shop looking to grab a piece of the retail FX market.
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