Disruptors Investing Expert: The Incoming Crash & Why The System is Designed to Keep You Poor - Ben Knight
Oct 19, 2025
In this chat, investor Ben Knight, founder of Trade Tribe and expert in medium-term investing, exposes the 'rigged' financial system. He highlights the dangers of deceptive passive income schemes and unregulated platforms like CashFX, urging folks to be cautious. Discussing the motives of funds versus individual goals, Ben argues DIY investors can outperform big institutions. He shares his simple investment criteria and critiques the passive income myth, emphasizing that true financial success requires effort and education.
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The Financial System Is Rigged
- Ben Knight asserts the global financial system is rigged and not a fair market.
- He argues everyday people lack the same advantages as big institutions and must adapt their strategy accordingly.
Avoid Unregulated 'Auto‑Trading' Platforms
- Avoid platforms promising automated trading or AI that you can't verify.
- Stay away from non-regulated operators like CashFX-style schemes that display rising numbers without real trading.
Check Regulation Before You Invest
- If you're UK-based, avoid platforms that aren't FCA-regulated and check equivalent regulators elsewhere.
- Remember forex and some crypto products aren't regulated like traditional investments and can be treated as betting.
