Here are some highlighted MotiveWave 6 preview videos to showcase why I like futures with this platform

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https://quantlabs.net/blog/2020/06/futures-broker-webinar-playback/

Why futures?

 

Heavily regulated including introducing broker

 

Look at MotiveWave features

 

Still use forex /CFD data to watch from a high level but do not trade either (e.g. use Oanda)

 

MW Connection to broker accounts

 

Minimum account size for micro ($750) vs full contract ($2500)

 

Why I like Cannon decent reviews?  Options

 

Exchange fees of $10/month depending on contract (Cannon uses Rithmic data)

 

Contracts margin requirements

 

Tips which instruments by volume