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Use Volatility In Your Favor With Robinhood Options Trading In April, Volatility Index VIX Hit Highest Mark

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By Meg Flippin, Benzinga

Thanks to their large upside potential, many seasoned traders choose to trade options to play the markets. Fintechs like Robinhood have made accessing the market easier for seasoned traders to fine-tune their strategies, building based on their trading level.

With inflation remaining stubborn, the markets appearing to be waiting for the Federal Reserves next move on interest rates and the U.S. about to enter what is expected to be a polarizing presidential election, volatility has been high. In April, the VIX Index which Wall Street uses to gauge volatility in the market hit its highest level since late October 2023, when the Israel-Hamas conflict began. Year-to-date, the VIX Index is up more than 12%.

Options Abound With Options Trading

While volatility may scare buy-and-hold investors, for active options traders, some look at it as an opportunity. After all, with options trading, investors can engage in a variety of diverse strategies that have the potential to work in all sorts of market conditions, whether it's speculating stocks will go up or down based on their bearish and bullish outlooks. Options are also cheaper than buying shares outright, creating leverage, which means the gains on your investment could be amplified as can losses. However, options expire, and you can lose your entire investment in a short period of time. Some strategies present a potential for substantial or even unlimited losses.

Then there are the hedging capabilities that come with options, which can help mitigate the dangers of high-risk, high-reward instruments. If an investor is worried a stock is going to fall they can purchase puts that enable them to sell the stock at a strike price, regardless of where the stock falls prior to expiration of the option. The same cant be said of stocks. If shares tank, you dont have any downward protection other than to sell and limit your losses. However, if the stock goes up or doesnt move prior to expiration, the option will expire worthless and the loss is equal to the premium paid.

Leveling The Playing Field For Options Investors

Accessing options trading is getting even easier thanks to Robinhoods trading platform. Not only do customers get access to options but also advanced charts, including the ability to track and modify technical indicators such as moving average, relative strength index and moving average convergence divergence. Furthermore, there are no contract fees.*

Other powerful features of Robinhoods platform include the ability to save and monitor options contracts to see hypothetical returns and options rolling in which you can seamlessly adjust and extend your positions. And lets not forget 24-hour support. If you have a question on your option strategy even in the wee hours of the morning, Robinhood has you covered.

Even retirement accounts and cash account holders can trade options with Robinhood. The same cant be said of some of Robinhoods rivals.

Robinhoods efforts to improve access are not surprising. For some time now, the company has been on a mission to level the playing field when it comes to investing by providing access to an array of investment and retirement products, keeping costs down and commissions at zero (other fees apply). Take Robinhood Gold for one example. Gold subscribers get 5% APY on uninvested cash in their brokerage account, a 1% boost on brokerage transfers and instant deposits.

None of this is lost on options traders, which is why that part of Robinhoods business is growing, and options traders are taking note. Robinhood is making moves to grow its market share even more. We want to be number one in the active trader market. So active traders are very important for us, Robinhood CEO Vladimir Tenev said in a recent interview. They care about very specific things like performance, pricing, user experience. And we're making lots of investments there both in the user experience and in new product innovations that other competitors don't offer, 24-hour market being a great example there.

Options trading is growing in popularity as regular retail investors learn its virtues. Robinhood wants to be a leader in the space and is pulling out all the stops to achieve that.

If you are interested in trading options and want to do so at a low cost with all the support you need, then check out Robinhoods offering here.

Featured photo by Nicholas Cappello on Unsplash.

Benzinga is a leading financial media and data provider, known for delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial information to empower investors and traders.

This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice.

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*There are no contract fees charged directly by Robinhood. However Robinhood does pass through certain fees charged by securities regulators and exchanges.

Commission-free trading of stocks, ETFs and options refers to $0 commissions for Robinhood Financial self-directed individual cash or margin brokerage accounts that trade U.S. listed securities and certain OTC securities electronically. Keep in mind, other fees such, Gold subscription fees, wire transfer fees, and paper statement fees may apply to your brokerage account. Please see Robinhood Financial's Fee Schedule to learn more.

Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all customers. Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. Options transactions are often complex and may involve the potential of losing the entire investment in a relatively short period of time. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount.

Robinhood Financial does not guarantee favorable investment outcomes. The past performance of a security or financial product does not guarantee future results or returns. Customers should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing in options. Because of the importance of tax considerations to all options transactions, the customer considering options should consult their tax advisor as to how taxes affect the outcome of each options strategy. Supporting documentation for any claims, if applicable, will be furnished upon request.

Rolling options does not ensure a profit or guarantee against a loss. An investor may also end up compounding their losses. By rolling out, the duration is extended, which can also increase risks as there's more time for the underlying security's price to move unfavorably.

One of the key downsides of options vs stocks is that options contracts expire over time. For puts, If the stock price is at or above the strike price, the option expires worthless, and you can lose the money you paid for the options contract.

Risk of VIX options:

The prices of VIX options can fluctuate significantly and thus increase the risk for investors.

The VIX is a synthetic value that is calculated on the basis of option prices. Investors who invest in VIX options should therefore be aware of the special features of this asset class.

In some market situations, the VIX and thus also the prices of VIX options may not move in the expected direction. This means that in some cases VIX options may not help to reduce the risk of a portfolio, but rather increase it.

VIX options generally have a term of only a few months and are therefore more suitable for short-term trading.

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Nino Vanin Explains Why Long-Term Partnerships Begin Before You Pitch the Deal

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Nino Vanin, a marketing and advertising executive based in Philadelphia, shares insights on relationship-driven sales, disciplined work ethic, and building trust before contracts are signed.

The Industry Has Changed, but Trust Still Drives Deals

Pennsylvania, US, 29th July 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Sponsorship has evolved from static signage and logo placements to strategic relationships that deliver measurable value. Companies and brands now look for authentic engagement and long-term alignment, not just visibility. According to Vanin, who has worked across the industry for more than 20 years, success in this environment depends on understanding what both sides want to achieve. “When I first entered the industry, many sponsorship discussions focused primarily on visibility and exposure,” he has said. “Today, organizations and brands are looking for true partnerships. They want measurable value, authentic engagement, and opportunities that align with their long-term objectives.”

This shift has made preparation and relationship-building more important than ever. Vanin has built a career on the belief that great partnerships start long before the contract is drafted. That means learning a potential partner’s goals, understanding their business challenges, and showing up with solutions instead of sales pitches. It also means putting in the work day after day. “Positive things will happen if you put in the work,” he says. “Rely on your principles and the work.”

How Grit and Discipline Outperform Marquee Properties

Vanin has never managed a marquee property with instant name recognition. That reality forced him to develop what he calls an aggressive yet disciplined approach. “I have never represented a marquee property so I have always had to rely on an aggressive yet disciplined approach in order to make companies and brands believe that they should invest,” he has explained. His career has been defined by finding value where others might not see it, then building a case for partnership that stands on data, creativity, and relationship equity.

During his time overseeing the University of Pennsylvania property, Vanin closed the three (3) largest deals in the property’s history. These included multi-year partnerships with Macquarie, Toyota, On Running, and FloSports. Earlier in his career at Front Row Marketing Services with Drexel University Athletics, he grew sponsorship revenue by 670% over four years and maintained a sponsor renewal rate above 90%. At Spectra, he exceeded annual revenue targets and closed 29 new deals over two years, generating more than three million dollars in revenue.

These results came from a consistent approach rooted in grit, determination, hustle, and overdelivering. “Grit, determination, hustle, winning DNA, diligence, being affable, being likable, being trustworthy, overdeliver,” he says when asked what defines his professional values. This formula has allowed him to succeed in competitive markets without relying on brand power alone.

The Importance of Short-Term Goals and Long-Term Vision

Planning matters. Vanin advises professionals to track short-term goals while keeping a clear plan for long-term objectives. “One should always be tracking towards short-term goals and have a plan for how one is going to achieve long-term goals,” he says. This dual focus helps salespeople stay accountable, measure progress, and adjust strategy as market conditions change.

It also creates space for mentorship and continuous learning. Vanin credits several bosses and mentors throughout his career with shaping his approach. “I have had several great bosses and mentors in my various career stops, and I have taken something from each of them in order to make me a better professional,” he notes. Learning from others, staying current with industry trends, and participating in conferences and networking events all contribute to career momentum.

Staying informed is not optional. “Stay current with what is happening in other areas of the sponsorship/advertising industry through conferences, trade magazines, social media and networking,” Vanin advises. This commitment to professional development keeps sales strategies relevant and helps identify emerging opportunities.

Balance Matters as Much as Ambition

Success in marketing requires more than hitting revenue targets. Vanin has spoken about the need for balance between personal and professional success. “There must be a balance, it can’t always be about personal success and conversely you should not always be chasing professional success or you may end up unfulfilled,” he has said. This perspective recognizes that long careers are built on sustainable habits, not burnout.

Balancing ambition with personal fulfillment also improves team performance. Vanin believes that individual success follows team success. “When your team succeeds, individuals succeed,” he says. This philosophy shapes how he approaches leadership and collaboration. Supporting teammates, sharing wins, and building a culture of trust creates an environment where everyone can thrive.

Your Next 7 Days

  1. Review your current client relationships and identify one where you can offer additional value before asking for anything in return.
  2. Schedule a 30-minute learning session to read one industry publication or listen to a podcast about sponsorship/advertising trends.
  3. Reach out to a mentor or colleague and ask for feedback on a recent pitch or proposal.
  4. Set one short-term revenue or partnership goal for the next 30 days and write down the three actions needed to achieve it.
  5. Audit your follow-up process with prospects and identify one area where you can improve response time or personalization.
  6. Block time on your calendar for relationship-building calls with existing clients, not just new business development.
  7. Reflect on your work-life balance and identify one area where you need to adjust to avoid burnout.

Your Next 90 Days

  1. Develop a 12-month professional development plan that includes attending at least one industry conference, joining a professional group, or completing a certification.
  2. Build a list of 10 potential partners who align with your property or brand, then research their business objectives and draft tailored outreach messages.
  3. Create a system for tracking short-term goals and long-term objectives, then review progress monthly with your manager or accountability partner.
  4. Strengthen your team culture by implementing one new collaboration practice, such as weekly wins sharing or peer mentorship pairings.
  5. Evaluate your current sponsorship portfolio and identify one client relationship where you can propose a multi-year renewal or expansion based on proven value.

Start Now

Building long-term partnerships takes time, discipline, and a commitment to doing the work before the deal is on the table. Pick one action from the lists above and start today. Success does not come from waiting for the perfect property or the ideal conditions. It comes from preparation, consistency, and showing up with value.

About Nino Vanin

Nino Vanin is a marketing and advertising executive based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With more than 20 years of experience in corporate partnerships, sponsorship sales, business development, and marketing, he has worked across collegiate athletics and entertainment properties, helping organizations secure high-value partnerships and exceed revenue targets. Vanin previously oversaw approximately six million dollars in annual sponsorship revenue and managed partnerships with the University of Pennsylvania, Harvard Athletics, Columbia Athletics, and The Armory, among others. He holds a Master of Arts in Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Bachelor of Arts in The Writing Seminars from Johns Hopkins University.

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Delaware Sensory Museum Unites Community for Walk for Life to Expand Inclusive Play

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Community Walk Benefiting the Empower Play Campaign Will Bring Families, Advocates, and Community Leaders Together to Celebrate Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging for Neurodivergent Children and Families in Delaware and beyond.

Wilmington, Delaware, United States, 29th Jul 2026 — As families across Delaware continue to advocate for greater accessibility and inclusion, the Delaware Sensory Museum (DSM) is bringing the community together for Walk for Life, a family-centered event designed to raise awareness, expand access, and support sensory-friendly experiences for neurodivergent children and their families.

The walk will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 1 Hare Pavilion on the Wilmington Riverfront and will benefit DSM’s Empower Play Campaign, an initiative dedicated to creating more inclusive play opportunities, sensory-friendly programming, educational resources, and community support for children and families throughout Delaware. 

More than a fundraiser, Walk for Life is a community movement focused on celebrating neurodiversity and creating environments where every child has the opportunity to learn, play, connect, and thrive. The event will bring together families, educators, healthcare professionals, advocates, businesses, and community leaders for a morning centered on awareness, connection, and action.

Across Delaware, families continue to seek more inclusive environments where children of all abilities can safely play, learn, and build meaningful connections. Through the Empower Play Campaign, DSM is helping meet that need by expanding sensory-friendly experiences, increasing access to resources, and creating welcoming spaces where neurodivergent children and their families feel supported.

“As a mother and community advocate, I have seen firsthand the strength and resilience of families raising children with disabilities. That is why I am proud to support the Delaware Sensory Museum and its mission to create more inclusive opportunities for neurodivergent children and their families. The Walk for Life is more than a community event. It is a call to action to raise awareness, expand access, and ensure every individual is seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.” Awanda Hodge, presenting sponsor of Walk for Life

Participants and attendees will enjoy a morning filled with family-friendly activities, music, community resources, giveaways, prizes, and opportunities to connect with organizations that support neurodivergent individuals and their families. Families, community organizations, and supporters will walk together along the Wilmington Riverfront to demonstrate that inclusion starts with showing up.

As families across Delaware continue to advocate for greater accessibility and inclusion, DSM hopes Walk for Life: Every Step Counts becomes more than an annual event. The organization envisions it as a growing community movement that celebrates neurodiversity, strengthens families, and reminds every individual that they belong.

“At SIVAD, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live healthier lives and reach their full potential. Our partnership with the Delaware Sensory Museum reflects our shared commitment to creating healthier, more inclusive environments for children and families. Supporting the Walk for Life is an investment in hope, innovation, and a future where every family has the opportunity to thrive.” Dustin Davis, VP of business development at Delaware Sensory Museum

Community members are encouraged to register, participate, volunteer, donate, or become sponsors. Every step helps create a more inclusive Delaware where children of all abilities have the opportunity to learn, play, and thrive. To register, check out the link here: https://givebutter.com/the-empower-play-campaign-rlboej?gbtid=4b998e23799048379c012bb584073040

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What: Delaware Sensory Museum Walk for Life
When: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: 1 Hare Pavilion, Wilmington Riverfront, Wilmington, DE 19801
Benefiting: Delaware Sensory Museum Empower Play Campaign

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Media are invited to cover Walk for Life, capture community engagement, interview DSM representatives, sponsors, participating families, and community advocates, and learn more about the Empower Play Campaign and its impact on Delaware families.

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The Delaware Sensory Museum (DSM) is dedicated to creating inclusive, sensory-friendly experiences that celebrate neurodiversity and empower children and families. Through interactive programming, educational opportunities, advocacy, and community partnerships, DSM creates welcoming spaces where individuals of all abilities can learn, play, connect, and thrive. To learn more visit, https://www.dsmexperience.com/
 

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Apex Financial Ltd: Chief Strategic Analyst Christopher James Carter Unveils RWA-AI-Safeguards

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Speaking on behalf of Apex Financial Ltd at a recent international fintech and artificial intelligence forum in London, Christopher James Carter presented the company’s RWA-AI-Safeguards framework, which organizes asset digitization, AI-supported research, human review, and predefined risk controls within a structured investment research process.

United States, 29th Jul 2026 – At a recent international fintech and artificial intelligence industry forum in London, Christopher James Carter, Chief Strategic Analyst at Apex Financial Ltd, spoke on behalf of the company about a research and governance methodology referred to as the RWA-AI-Safeguards framework. The presentation examined how the digital representation of real-world assets, agentic artificial intelligence, and predefined risk controls could be organized within a connected investment research workflow.

Rather than presenting artificial intelligence as a replacement for analysts or portfolio decision-makers, Carter described the framework as a way to divide responsibilities among data systems, analytical models, human reviewers, and risk-governance processes.

According to Apex Financial Ltd, the framework is intended to support more structured research and decision-making. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any asset and does not guarantee investment outcomes.

Reassessing Existing Investment Research Workflows

During the presentation, Christopher James Carter discussed several operational challenges affecting modern investment research.

Financial institutions and market participants now process increasing volumes of pricing data, economic indicators, company information, market sentiment, and geopolitical developments. Although automated systems can process this information more quickly than manual methods, speed alone does not ensure that an analysis is accurate, complete, or appropriate for a particular market environment.

Carter identified three areas addressed by the framework: limitations affecting the transfer and administration of certain assets, the possibility of inaccurate or unsupported outputs from artificial intelligence models, and the limitations of risk reviews that occur only after a material market movement has taken place.

The RWA-AI-Safeguards methodology is designed to examine these issues as connected parts of one research process rather than as separate technology functions.

RWA as an Asset and Data Layer

The first component of the framework concerns real-world assets, commonly referred to as RWA.

Within financial technology, RWA structures generally involve digitally representing rights or interests associated with an underlying asset. Depending on the legal and operational arrangement, the underlying asset may include financial instruments, contractual rights, or other recognized economic assets.

Apex Financial Ltd’s framework considers how these digital representations may support more standardized recordkeeping, programmable transaction instructions, and clearer data exchange between systems.

The company does not assume that tokenization automatically creates liquidity or changes the legal settlement terms of an underlying asset. Ownership rights, custody arrangements, transfer restrictions, settlement timing, and investor eligibility remain subject to the structure of the asset, applicable agreements, service providers, and relevant laws.

Within the methodology, the RWA layer is therefore treated primarily as an asset-information and transaction-structure layer. Its purpose is to give analytical systems a more consistent set of information about ownership, valuation, transfer conditions, and other relevant asset characteristics.

Agentic AI in the Research Process

The second component introduces agentic artificial intelligence into defined areas of the research workflow. 

Agentic AI generally refers to software agents designed to monitor selected information, complete assigned analytical tasks, and respond to predefined conditions with less continuous manual prompting than conventional software tools.

Within the RWA-AI-Safeguards framework, these agents may be used to organize market information, compare changing data points, identify unusual conditions, test alternative scenarios, and prepare analytical material for further review.

The framework does not treat AI-generated conclusions as independently authoritative. Carter explained that model outputs can be affected by incomplete information, unsuitable assumptions, data errors, changing market relationships, and so-called AI hallucinations.

For that reason, the methodology separates automated analysis from final human evaluation. Analysts remain responsible for assessing whether an output is supported by reliable data, whether the assumptions remain relevant, and whether additional review is necessary. This human-review layer is intended to reduce reliance on a single model or unverified analytical output.

Safeguards as a Risk-Governance Layer

The third component, Safeguards, establishes risk and governance boundaries around the analytical process.

These controls may include data-quality requirements, model-confidence thresholds, exposure limits, concentration parameters, liquidity assessments, escalation procedures, and rules requiring additional human review.

When a model produces an output that falls outside defined parameters, the framework may flag the result, pause the relevant analytical workflow, request additional data, or refer the matter to a designated reviewer.

Where the methodology is incorporated into a trading or portfolio-support environment, any resulting instruction remains subject to user authorization, applicable account agreements, third-party broker capabilities, liquidity, market conditions, and technical availability.

Risk parameters cannot prevent all losses or guarantee that an instruction will be executed at a particular price. Their role is to create documented boundaries within which research findings and potential actions can be evaluated.

Relationship to the Apex Nova Development Framework

Christopher James Carter also discussed how the RWA-AI-Safeguards methodology is informing the continuing development of Apex Nova, a financial technology environment being developed by Apex Financial Ltd. The planned architecture separates several functions that are often combined within a single automated process. These include asset-data organization, AI-supported analysis, human verification, user permissions, and risk monitoring.

According to the company, this separation is intended to make the origin and review status of analytical information easier to understand. Apex Nova is not described as an autonomous substitute for professional judgment. The development approach emphasizes that artificial intelligence can support data processing and scenario analysis, while users and qualified professionals remain responsible for reviewing information and making decisions within the terms applicable to their accounts.

Specific features, asset availability, integrations, and implementation timelines remain subject to development, testing, third-party arrangements, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Regulatory and Organizational Background

Apex Financial Ltd was established in 2021 and develops financial research, analytical, and risk-management technology.

Public records maintained through the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure database list Apex Financial Ltd under CRD No. 342652 and SEC file No. 802-136476 as an exempt reporting adviser.

Exempt reporting adviser status is a regulatory filing classification. It does not constitute approval, certification, endorsement, or verification by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of the company, its technology, its services, or any investment methodology.

About Apex Financial Ltd

Apex Financial Ltd is a financial technology company developing research, data-analysis, asset-structure, and systematic risk-governance tools. Established in 2021, the company studies how real-world asset infrastructure, artificial intelligence, human analysis, and defined controls can be incorporated into structured financial research workflows.

Risk Disclosure

This release is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice, an offer to purchase or sell securities, or a recommendation to use any product, service, asset, or investment strategy.

Investment and securities trading involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Tokenized asset structures, artificial intelligence, analytical models, automated systems, and risk controls do not eliminate investment risk or guarantee future performance.

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