Dan Mitchell

Dan is an experienced financial writer and market commentator with a background in digital assets and cryptocurrency markets. Blending macro fundamentals with technical chart work, he distils market developments into practical commentary for retail traders.

Experience

Dan began reporting on blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in 2018, writing news, features, and analysis for Binance and Cointelegraph, alongside several other specialist outlets. He joined Capital.com in 2024.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Journalism, University of Winchester

Expertise

  • Digital assets
  • Cryptocurrency markets
  • Financial derivatives
  • Fundamental analysis
  • Technical analysis
  • Risk management

Social network (Twitter / Linkedin)

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Articles by Dan Mitchell

CFDs vs Equity Swaps
Derivatives trading: CFDs vs equity swaps – what’s the difference?
Learn more about derivatives trading and explore the key differences between CFDs and equity swaps.
16:20, 12 November 2025
How To Identify Market Trends With Technical Analysis
4 tips on how to spot a market trend before it gets obvious
Learn how to spot a market trend and use different trend indicators to form your own CFD trading strategy.
14:42, 12 November 2025