About the Speaker

Merlin Rothfeld
Senior Director
Trading Academy

Merlin Rothfeld has been an active trader since 1996 and is currently a senior director at Trading Academy. As one of the first students of the academy, he took his expertise to Europe where he built financial training materials for banks, brokerages, and universities, including the first ever trading lab in Europe. His experience ranges from long-term investing to short-term high-volume trading. Mr. Rothfeld trades stocks, options, futures, forex, and cryptocurrency. He has led the development of OTA's digital asset program and is featured on the company's Monday Morning Must-Knows show.

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Speaker Schedule
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 10:10 am - 10:40 am EST
Red Flags in Crypto: How to Avoid Scams, Rug Pulls, Regulatory Traps
Merlin Rothfeld |Trading Academy

The crypto market is bursting with opportunity — but it’s also littered with landmines. In this eye-opening session, veteran trader and educator Merlin Rothfeld pulls back the curtain on the darker side of digital assets. You’ll discover how to spot the warning signs of scam projects before they implode, avoid getting caught in “too good to be true” rug pulls, and navigate the fast-shifting regulatory landscape without getting blindsided. From shady tokenomics to social-media hype cycles, Merlin will show you how the pros separate real innovation from market manipulation.

Whether you’re a cautious newcomer or an active investor, this session will arm you with a simple, battle-tested checklist to protect your capital — and your confidence — as you explore the world of crypto. Don’t miss this session — one wrong click can cost you everything.

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