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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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Starring Georgia announces plans to carry out a comprehensive rehabilitation of the Tbilisi State Concert Hall

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TBILISI, Georgia, 23rd Dec 2025 — Starring Georgia announced plans to carry out a comprehensive rehabilitation of the Tbilisi State Concert Hall, a landmark cultural venue that has served audiences for more than five decades.

The project will focus on renewing the building’s core infrastructure while preserving its architectural and cultural significance as a protected monument. The rehabilitation is intended to align the venue with contemporary technical and operational standards required for modern concert halls.

“The project aims to adapt the concert hall to current functional requirements while respecting its historical character,” said Tsitsi Iashvili, Creative Chairwoman of the Board for Strategic Development at Starring Georgia. “Upon completion, the venue will be equipped to host a broad range of artistic and cultural activities in line with international expectations.”

The exterior of the building will remain unchanged, while interior systems and functional spaces will be upgraded. In addition to performance facilities, the administrative section is planned to include creative workspaces, rehearsal and recording areas, educational facilities, exhibition zones, and public social spaces. These additions are designed to support artistic development and expand the hall’s role within the creative community.

The rehabilitation project will be implemented through an international competitive selection process open to qualified architectural and engineering firms.

In parallel with the physical rehabilitation, Starring Georgia will introduce “Philharmonic – Frames of Time,” a digital archival initiative dedicated to preserving and systematizing audio, video, and photographic materials documenting the venue’s history.

About Starring Georgia

Starring Georgia is an organization within the Georgian entertainment industry that manages various musical, cultural, and educational events. By implementing international event standards, the project has attracted over 40,000 international tourists and hosted performances by artists such as Justin Timberlake, Guns N’ Roses, Bruno Mars, and Imagine Dragons. These events have reached a total audience of more than 200,000 people, contributing to the development of the country’s music and tourism sectors. The Starring Georgia ecosystem currently comprises seven companies, including Black Sea Arena, The Social Space, and Tsitsinatela Amusement Park.

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Local Builder Brings Affordable Housing Innovation to Sonoma County’s Tight Market

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Turnkey small homes and ADUs pair rapid installation with moisture-smart comfort

  • Families in Sonoma County shouldn’t have to choose between speed, cost, and comfort. Our goal is to make high-quality small homes and ADUs attainable, healthy, and long-lasting.”

     —Spokesperson, Sonoma Manufactured Homes

Petaluma, CA, 23rd December 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Sonoma Manufactured Homes today announced a major push to bring efficient, affordable housing options to one of California’s most competitive markets. By combining turnkey small home and ADU solutions with rapid installation and advanced moisture-control systems, the local builder is redefining what affordability can look like in Sonoma County.

With prices and construction timelines climbing across the region, many residents are looking for alternatives to traditional site-built homes. Manufactured and modular housing now offer a way to create Sonoma County small homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) that are budget-conscious without feeling temporary or stripped down. Sonoma Manufactured Homes is at the center of this shift, coordinating design, factory construction, permitting, transport, and on-site setup under one roof.

“People are surprised when they see how far modern manufactured homes have come,” said the company’s spokesperson. “These aren’t short-term structures. They’re efficient, well-built homes and ADUs that can be installed quickly, tailored to local properties, and designed for everyday comfort.”

The company’s turnkey model allows homeowners to move from concept to keys with fewer unknowns. While the home or ADU is being built in a controlled factory environment, Sonoma Manufactured Homes manages the local side of the project: site evaluation, foundation design, utility planning, and manufactured home installation in Sonoma County. This parallel process significantly reduces overall timelines compared with conventional builds, an advantage that matters in a tight housing market.

Affordability does not mean one-size-fits-all. Sonoma Manufactured Homes offers a range of layouts suitable for primary residences, downsizing, and prefab ADUs in Sonoma County that serve as in-law units, rental suites, or caregiver housing. Floor plans emphasize efficient circulation, natural light, and storage, so compact footprints feel livable rather than cramped.

What truly sets the company apart is its focus on the “science of comfort” inside small, tightly built homes. Modern modular and manufactured structures are designed to be energy-efficient, but that tightness can trap moisture from everyday activities like showers, cooking, and laundry. Left unmanaged, humidity can lead to condensation, mold, musty odors, and premature wear on building materials and HVAC systems.

To address this, Sonoma Manufactured Homes integrates innovative, built-in dehumidification systems into its projects. The company’s flagship solution, the IW25, is a tankless, tamper-resistant, gravity-drained wall-mounted dehumidifier that can manage humidity in spaces up to 1,500 square feet—ideal for compact homes, cottages, and ADUs. For layouts where wall or floor space is limited, the firm uses the HWD45, a horizontal dehumidifier designed to fit above doors, cabinets, or in crawlspaces.

These systems are particularly well-suited to Sonoma County small homes and secondary units, where every square foot counts and maintenance needs to be straightforward. By handling humidity quietly in the background, they support healthier indoor air, protect finishes, and reduce callbacks related to moisture issues.

“Our homes are designed to perform for the long haul,” the spokesperson added. “Fast installation matters, but so does what happens in year five, year ten, and beyond. When we combine efficient shells with built-in moisture control, we’re protecting both comfort and the homeowner’s investment.”

As demand grows for practical, cost-effective ways to house families, extended relatives, and renters on existing lots, Sonoma Manufactured Homes is positioning its turnkey, moisture-smart approach as a blueprint for the region. The company’s mix of affordability, speed, and technical attention to indoor air quality is helping reshape expectations around manufactured and modular housing in Sonoma County.

About Sonoma Manufactured Homes

Sonoma Manufactured Homes is a trusted provider of modular and manufactured housing solutions based in Petaluma, California. The company specializes in small homes and prefab ADUs that blend durable construction, flexible design, and expert installation. With a strong focus on moisture control, indoor air quality, and long-term comfort, Sonoma Manufactured Homes delivers turnkey projects that help residents navigate Sonoma County’s tight housing market with confidence.

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PORTFOLIX Financial College: Dean Gilberto Marchena Pineda Announces Official Upgrade to AI Visyonex 2.0 System

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Mexico, 23rd Dec 2025 – PORTFOLIX Financial College, a global institution specializing in structural investment education, today announced that under the leadership of Founder and Dean Gilberto Marchena Pineda, the college has completed a major update to its technological infrastructure, officially upgrading its core AI system to AI Visyonex 2.0. This upgrade aims to introduce an advanced “Symbiotic Intelligence” framework into the curriculum, enabling individual investors to access institutional-grade risk management protocols.
 

Addressing the Institutional Asymmetry

This strategic system upgrade comes as the global algorithmic trading market is projected to reach $42.99 billion by 2030 (Source: Grand View Research). Despite significant market growth, industry data indicates a marked disparity in performance, with institutional investors retaining a dominant 61% market share of algorithmic volume (Source: Mordor Intelligence).

“The current financial landscape is defined by a ‘Cognitive Bottleneck’,” stated Dean Gilberto Marchena Pineda. “While institutions leverage quantitative teams to process petabytes of market data, individual investors are often left exposed to volatility due to a lack of structural methodology. We are releasing Version 2.0 specifically to bridge this analytical gap through a more powerful technological iteration.”

Leadership and Methodology

Gilberto Marchena Pineda, an alumnus of UC Berkeley (Economics & Applied Mathematics) and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business (MBA), brings over two decades of experience in macro-hedging and cross-cycle value investing. Under his guidance, PORTFOLIX has established the “Portfolio Six” methodology, applying Six Sigma principles to asset allocation to minimize defects in decision-making.

“Risk management is not merely a protective measure; it is the foundation of alpha,” Marchena Pineda added. “At PORTFOLIX, we emphasize that risk is distinct from volatility. True risk is ignorance of the underlying market drivers.”

Technology Evolution: AI Visyonex 2.0

To serve its global base of over 10,000 learners, the college has moved beyond its initial technical layout to drive the evolution of the system to Version 2.0. Unlike passive automated trading tools, the upgraded AI Visyonex 2.0 functions as a “Symbiotic Intelligence” framework focused on augmenting human decision-making rather than replacing it.

Key features of the Version 2.0 upgrade include:

  • Adversarial Reasoning: The addition of a “Debate Engine” where distinct AI agents (Bull and Bear) argue the merits of a trade, forcing students to evaluate counter-arguments before execution.
  • Macro-Hedge Integration: A comprehensive logic upgrade that deeply binds portfolio construction with global macroeconomic indicators, reflecting the Dean’s expertise in structural investment.
  • ESG Governance: An enhanced “Guardian Guild” module that enforces strict adherence to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, ensuring capital allocation aligns with sustainable principles.

About PORTFOLIX Financial College

Founded in 2016, PORTFOLIX Financial College is a leading financial education institution focusing on Asset Allocation, DeFi, and Structural Investment. With a mission to cultivate responsible portfolio managers, the institution combines academic rigor with advanced financial technology. The college currently serves a global community of over 10,000 learners, with a strategic focus on the Latin American and North American markets.

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