Michael MacKenzie

Michael MacKenzie

Michael is a writer, editor and translator with a decade of experience working in journalism, publishing and copywriting.

As well as writing articles of his own, Michael specializes in copy-editing and fact-checking content on retail finance, including broker reviews for leading investing websites.

His goal is to deliver accurate, fact-rich and readable content to help retail traders choose brokers that offer safe and reliable services with good value.

Michael graduated with degrees in languages and international relations and worked for five years reporting on the politics and economy of Turkey and the Middle East before turning full-time to writing and copy-editing.

As an intermediate member of the UK’s Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading, he also edits books for international publishers including Lonely Planet.

You can reach Michael MacKenzie on michael.mackenzie@daytrading.com.

Latest articles written by Michael

  1. Nexo
    Broker Review (Dec 1, 2025)
    Full review of Nexo with pros and cons evaluated. We also assess its accounts, crypto offering, analysis tools and fees for day traders.
  2. AdroFx
    Broker Review (Nov 19, 2025)
    Expert opinion on AdroFx, a global broker offering CFD, forex and crypto trading. Our review examines accounts, fees, platforms, and more.
  3. Best Crypto Brokers In 2025
    Article (Nov 16, 2025)
    Discover the top crypto brokers and trading platforms. We review, compare and list the best brokers for trading cryptocurrency.
  4. Best Brokers For Short Selling 2025
    Article (Oct 21, 2025)
    List of the best brokers for short selling. We review and rate the top short selling brokers.
  5. Plus500US
    Broker Review (Oct 21, 2025)
    Review of Plus500US with key findings revealed. We assess the broker in every key area for prospective traders in the United States.

Latest articles edited by Michael

  1. Ban - How To Avoid The ESMA Ban On Binary Options
    Article (Dec 6, 2025)
    A ban on binary options has been in place since 2nd July 2018 in Europe. Learn how to avoid this ban and find brokers where you can trade binary options.
  2. Automated Forex Trading
    Article (Dec 6, 2025)
    Automated forex trading is an algorithm-based approach to investing. Software programs analyse price patterns and decide whether to buy or sell currencies.
  3. Accumulator Options
    Article (Dec 5, 2025)
    Understand accumulator options trading through practical examples, discover their pros and cons, and find the best brokers with accumulators.
  4. After Hours Trading
    Article (Dec 5, 2025)
    Find out how to start after hours trading on leading stocks and assets. See our guide to after hours trading, from key times to the best brokers.
  5. Account Types In The US
    Article (Dec 3, 2025)
    From pattern trading to 401k and Reg T, US traders have many account types to figure out. So which trading account is best for US investors? Find out here.

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