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TopStep, one of the largest futures prop firms, is facing significant criticism from traders due to repeated platform outages. The company's CEO has set a January deadline to resolve the technical issues.
The Issue
Traders have expressed frustration on social media about repeated platform instability. For prop traders operating under strict drawdown rules, outages during volatile market hours can result in rule violations through no fault of the trader.
Why This Matters
Platform reliability is critical in prop trading:- Missed entries/exits during outages can blow daily limits
- Inability to manage open positions creates unacceptable risk
- Traders may face rule violations they couldn't prevent
What Traders Should Do- Document any outage-related issues with timestamps
- Have contingency plans (backup internet, phone trading)
- Monitor TopStep's communications for updates
- Watch for the January deadline resolution
This situation highlights the importance of choosing prop firms with robust infrastructure and clear policies for technical issues beyond trader control.
Source: Finance Magnates
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