When I started trading, there was nothing like DP2P. Back then, the only “peer-to-peer” platforms we knew were crypto exchanges like LocalBitcoins or Paxful. To fund my forex accounts, I relied heavily on Skrill and Neteller — and trust me, they were the lifeline for most traders across Africa. Then came 2021. That was the […]
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I’ve been a Deriv payment agent since the feature was first introduced in 2021, and I’ve helped hundreds of traders across Africa deposit and withdraw using local payment methods like mobile money, bank transfers, and even cash. In my view, one of the biggest reasons Deriv has become so popular across Africa is because of […]
Forex Trading Strategies, Synthetic Indices
💸 How to Grow a Small Account Trading Volatility Indices on Deriv (2025)
👋 My Experience Starting Small on V75 When I started trading volatility indices, I was drawn to their 24/7 movement and crazy fast price action — especially Volatility 75 (V75). But like many beginners, I blew several small accounts trying to flip $10 into $100 overnight. The problem wasn’t the market. It was me — […]
Forex Trading Strategies, Synthetic Indices
💸 How to Grow a Small Account Safely with Boom & Crash (2025 Guide)
🧑💻 From My Experience When I first started trading Boom and Crash on Deriv, I was working with a $10–$20 account. I made all the common mistakes — opening too many trades, chasing spikes, and trying to flip the account in a single night. The result? Margin calls, blown accounts, and frustration. But once I […]
Introduction: Why I Stick With Synthetic Indices Since 2016, I’ve been hooked on synthetic indices—especially Deriv’s Volatility 75 (1s). They move fast, run 24/7, and aren’t swayed by news or politics. But trust me, they’ll drain your account if you don’t respect their rhythm. In this post, I’ll share real profitable tips for trading synthetic […]
When I first started trading synthetic indices years ago, I stuck to one platform — MT5. Not because I had done any research, but simply because it was the only one I knew. Fast forward to now, Deriv offers four different platforms, each with its own setup, strengths, and ideal use cases. If you’re new […]
When I first ventured into trading synthetic indices on Deriv in 2016, I was overwhelmed by the multitude of options. With over a decade of forex trading experience, I still found myself uncertain about which index to start with. This guide is designed to help beginners avoid that initial confusion and set them on the […]
Not all traders are thrill-seekers chasing rapid market movements. Some prefer the calm, steady pace of low-volatility indices. If you’re new to trading or looking for more predictable markets, Deriv offers several synthetic indices that fit the bill. What Is Volatility in Synthetic Indices? Volatility refers to the degree of variation in the price of […]
Lot size mistakes are one of the biggest killers of small accounts on Deriv. Unlike forex, synthetic indices have different minimum and maximum lot sizes, and Deriv doesn’t use pips — it uses point-based movement pricing. That means 0.01 on V75 and 0.01 on Boom 1000 aren’t the same thing. In this post, I’ll break […]
When I first opened my Deriv account in 2016, I thought logging in would be just like any other broker. I was wrong. I tried to log in to MT5 directly — and got stuck. I used the wrong email on the mobile app — and got stuck again. If you’re facing the same issues, […]