About Block Verdict

Independent Crypto & Finance Intelligence

Block Verdict is an independent newsroom built for traders, investors, and operators who demand more than surface level headlines. We deliver editorial quality analysis across crypto, markets, DeFi, trading, and macroeconomics with the depth and conviction that the financial media often lacks.

Our Mission

The crypto and finance media landscape is saturated with recycled press releases, clickbait headlines, and analysis that reads like it was written by committee. Block Verdict exists to cut through that noise.

Every article published on this platform is original editorial content. We take the raw signals from global markets, regulatory developments, and on chain data, then deliver analysis with conviction, clarity, and an Australian directness that doesn't hedge every sentence with disclaimers.

Our coverage spans five core verticals: Crypto, Markets, DeFi, Trading, and Macro. Each piece is written to give you the context, the angle, and the verdict that matters for your next decision.

Lead Analyst & Founder

Michael Sloggett

Michael Sloggett is an Australian entrepreneur, cryptocurrency trader, and educator with over a decade of experience in financial markets. He is the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of MTC Education, one of the most comprehensive cryptocurrency trading education platforms in the world.

Michael was ranked the number one copy trader in the world on Bitget, a billion dollar cryptocurrency exchange platform. He created more profits for his followers than any other person on the platform. In recognition of his exceptional performance, he was awarded the prestigious Bitget Smart Trader Award in Singapore in 2025.

Through MTC Education, Michael has trained over 50,000 people worldwide. He has helped create tens of first time millionaires and hundreds of six figure earners. He has also mentored and educated individuals who have gone on to become some of the largest influencers in the cryptocurrency space, with the biggest global audiences, reaches, and influence in the industry.

Michael's approach to trading and education is built on three pillars: disciplined risk management, psychological mastery, and continuous education. He believes that anyone can achieve financial freedom through the right education, the right mindset, and the right community.

Beyond trading, Michael is a dedicated advocate for high performance living. He practices biohacking, cold exposure, and structured routines to maintain peak mental and physical performance. He believes that trading success starts with personal discipline and that the habits you build outside the charts directly impact the decisions you make inside them.

Awards & Recognition

2025

Bitget Smart Trader Award

Awarded in Singapore for exceptional trading performance

2024

#1 Copy Trader Globally

Ranked number one on Bitget, a billion dollar exchange

Ongoing

50,000+ People Trained

Through MTC Education's comprehensive programs worldwide

Ongoing

Tens of Millionaires Created

First time millionaires and hundreds of six figure earners

As Featured In

Yahoo! Finance|Stockhead|Digital Journal|Disrupt Magazine

Contact

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