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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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Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 Is Officially Available: The Next Evolution in Full-Body Adaptive Ergonomics

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Featuring the revolutionary DynaCore System, Sihoo’s newest flagship chair eliminates support loss during movement and delivers truly adaptive, personalized comfort.

Shenzhen, China, 20th Apr 2026 – Sihoo, a global leader in ergonomic furniture with 15 years of design and engineering excellence, today announced the official global availability of the highly anticipated Doro C300 Pro V2. Engineered to redefine all-day comfort, this new flagship model is the market’s first ergonomic chair to deliver true, intuitive, full-body adaptive support.

The End of Support Loss During Movement

Building on the global success of the original Doro C300, the Pro V2 sets a new standard for dynamic comfort. At its core is Sihoo’s proprietary DynaCore Full-Body Support System.

Unlike traditional office chairs that lose support the moment you move—or ergonomic chairs that demand constant readjustment—the Doro C300 Pro V2’s DynaCore system seamlessly synchronizes the backrest, lumbar support, headrest, and armrests. The result is a chair that intuitively responds to your natural movements. Whether you lean forward for focused work, shift side to side, or recline to relax, the chair maintains perfect, continuous balance.

Personalized Comfort from the First Moment

The Doro C300 Pro V2 takes personalization further with the SyncroFlex Backrest. The instant you sit down, the chair automatically maps and follows the natural curvature of your spine. Its intelligent recline path adapts dynamically to your unique body size and movement patterns, delivering a highly tailored experience with zero manual adjustments.

Next-Generation Features

The Doro C300 Pro V2 is packed with upgraded technology designed for today’s professionals, gamers, and creators:

  • Self-Adaptive Dynamic Lumbar Support 2.0 — Offers three levels of targeted adjustability for fatigue-reducing lower-back support that lasts all day.
  • 8D Bionic Armrests — Move in eight directions to provide perfect arm support whether you’re typing, gaming with a controller, or scrolling on a mobile device.
  • Ultra-Wide 3D Headrest — Delivers precise, cradle-like neck support to relieve tension during long periods of focus.
  • Weight-Adaptive Mechanism 2.0 — Automatically calibrates recline tension to your body weight, providing an ultra-smooth recline of up to 135° for a seamless transition between work and rest.

Availability

The Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 is now officially available in major global markets, including the United States, Germany, and France.

To purchase or learn more about its groundbreaking features, visit: https://sihoooffice.com/pages/sihoo-c300-pro-v2.

About Sihoo

Founded in 2011, Sihoo is driven by a core mission: to create seating solutions that seamlessly combine comfort, robust support, and cutting-edge ergonomic innovation. With 15 years of dedicated expertise in biomechanics and engineering, Sihoo has become a globally recognized brand trusted by modern businesses, remote workers, and households in more than 100 countries.

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Waypoint Expands to 15 Markets in Third Year of Operations

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Waypoint, a career intelligence platform for senior professionals, now serves subscribers across 15 markets in Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America.

London, United Kingdom, 20th Apr 2026 — Waypoint, a career intelligence platform for senior professionals, has confirmed that it now serves subscribers across 15 markets in Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America, marking the platform’s third year of operations.

The milestone reflects continued adoption of the career intelligence category among senior professionals who conduct executive-level career moves through direct approach, referral, and retained search channels rather than through publicly advertised roles.

The platform is available to subscribers globally through way.careers.

About the Platform

Waypoint provides subscribers with a personalised dashboard of target companies mapped to their sector and seniority. The dashboard includes named hiring manager contacts, live company hiring signals, direct-approach toolkits, and CV positioning tailored to each target organisation.

Core platform features include:

  • A target-company dashboard of up to 40 organisations per subscriber, mapped to the subscriber’s sector and seniority
  • Named hiring-manager identification at each target organisation
  • Live hiring signals indicating company growth, leadership changes, and organisational restructuring
  • CV and LinkedIn positioning resources tailored to each target
  • Message tracking to indicate when a target recipient has engaged with outreach
  • Direct-approach templates and guidance materials

Regional Coverage

Waypoint subscribers are based across the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, the United States, and Canada. The service is delivered digitally and is available to any senior professional in a supported market.

Service Tiers

Waypoint is available in multiple subscription tiers. The core service is priced at USD 739 and includes the target-company dashboard and associated toolkits. Additional tiers extend access to job market data, a dedicated career audit, and live operator support. Full pricing and tier details are available on the Waypoint website.

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Waypoint is incorporated in the United Kingdom, with operational functions based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

About Waypoint

Waypoint is a career intelligence platform designed for senior professionals conducting executive-level career moves. The service combines target-company dashboards, hiring-manager identification, direct-approach toolkits, and hiring signal intelligence. Waypoint is incorporated in the United Kingdom and operates across 15 international markets. More information is available at way.careers.

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A Captivating Tale of Passion and Late-Blooming Love: Dancing With Katie by E.P. Lande

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United Kingdom, 20th Apr 2026 – Blue Crystal Literary Magazine proudly presents Dancing With Katie, a deeply evocative and emotionally layered novel by E. P. Lande, now available worldwide. Blending autobiographical elements with fiction, this compelling work explores the transformative power of dance, desire, and human connection.

At the heart of the novel is Aaron, a divorced and reflective former academic living in Vermont, whose quiet, structured life is disrupted by an unexpected calling—to dance. What begins as a simple pursuit soon becomes an all-consuming passion for the Argentine tango, a dance that awakens not only his body but his emotional world.

Aaron’s journey takes him across cities and continents—from rural Vermont to Montreal, New York, and Buenos Aires—in search of mastery, meaning, and ultimately, connection. Along the way, he encounters teachers, dancers, and a vibrant global tango community that shapes his transformation. Yet, despite his relentless pursuit of technical perfection, what Aaron truly lacks is a consistent partner—until he meets Katie.

Katie, a former ballerina with independence and emotional complexity, enters Aaron’s life initially as a dance student. What begins as a practical arrangement soon evolves into something far more intricate. Their shared hours of practice—set against the rhythm and intimacy of the tango—give rise to a relationship that blurs the boundaries between teacher and student, companionship and longing.

As Katie navigates a succession of romantic relationships, Aaron finds himself caught between restraint and desire, reflection and action. His internal struggle—marked by self-examination, jealousy, and hope—forms the emotional core of the novel. Through dance, conversations, and unspoken tensions, their bond deepens, revealing the complexities of timing, love, and missed opportunities.

In its poignant conclusion, Dancing With Katie delivers a powerful realization: that what we seek in life is often already within reach, obscured only by our own distractions and hesitations. The novel closes on a note of emotional clarity and quiet revelation, as both Aaron and Katie confront the truth of their connection.

Written with elegance, wit, and introspective depth, E. P. Lande’s narrative captures not only the sensuality and discipline of the Argentine tango but also its symbolic resonance as a dance of life—one of balance, timing, and mutual understanding. Both a romance and a meditation on self-discovery, the book appeals to readers who appreciate character-driven storytelling and emotional authenticity.

 

 

About the Author

E.P. Lande, originally from Montreal and now based in South Carolina, brings a rich and varied life experience to his writing. A former academic and Vice-Dean, as well as a restaurateur and widely published short story writer, Lande has crafted a narrative voice that is both reflective and deeply human. Dancing With Katie continues his exploration of psychological and emotional landscapes.

 

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Title: Dancing With Katie
Author: E. P. Lande
Publisher: Blue Crystal Literary Magazine
Publication Date: 11 April 2026
ISBN: 978-1-0672783-0-4
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Price: $15.99 USD

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