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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.

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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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Wealthfront Academy Integrates Seagull System 2.0 Into Its Core Curriculum Under the Guidance of Andy Rachleff

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Wealthfront Academy announces that Seagull System 2.0 has been formally integrated into its core curriculum, enhancing AI-driven learning with transparent model interpretation, real-time simulation, and practical analytical training led by founder Andy Rachleff.

United States, 19th Nov 2025, Grand Newswire – Wealthfront Academy Announces Full Integration of Seagull System 2.0 Into Its Core Curriculum

Wealthfront Academy today announced the full integration of Seagull System 2.0 into its core curriculum, marking a significant milestone in the Academy’s advancement of AI-based financial education. Developed under the leadership of founder Andy Rachleff, Seagull System 2.0 will now serve as the primary analytical engine across foundational, intermediate, and advanced learning tracks.

Wealthfront Academy Integrates Seagull System 2.0 Into Its Core Curriculum Under the Guidance of Andy Rachleff

The Academy stated that incorporating Seagull System 2.0 into all major course pathways reflects its commitment to building a transparent, model-informed, and academically rigorous framework for students and institutional learners.

Rachleff emphasized that the integration aims to help learners understand not just analytical outcomes but also the underlying reasoning structures of modern AI models used in financial analysis.

Enhancing Learning Through Transparent and Explainable AI

With the formal adoption of Seagull System 2.0, all core modules at Wealthfront Academy will offer direct exposure to:

Explainable AI reasoning, enabling students to visualize model logic step-by-step

Risk entropy analysis, revealing changes in volatility and structural dynamics

Cross-asset interaction mapping, showing how markets respond to interconnected signals

High-speed simulation environments, allowing millisecond-level decision testing

Scenario-based learning, including controlled extreme-condition simulations

These capabilities provide students with a structured environment to study how AI interprets data, adjusts parameters, and adapts to changing conditions—without exposure to live trading or financial risk.

Integrated Across All Learning Tracks

The new curriculum design ensures that Seagull System 2.0 is embedded throughout the Academy’s core learning structure, including:

Foundations of AI-informed financial reasoning

Quantitative modeling and mathematical interpretation

Multimodal market analysis using NLP and behavioral insights

Strategy design and model-based simulation projects

Advanced research tracks for academic and institutional partners

Instructors will utilize the platform during lectures, workshops, and supervised analysis sessions, giving students consistent hands-on experience with AI-assisted decision frameworks.

Rachleff noted that the goal is to help learners develop a balanced understanding that incorporates mathematical rigor, behavioral awareness, and model interpretability.

Looking Ahead

Wealthfront Academy plans to expand its academic use of Seagull System 2.0 by introducing collaborative research modules and peer-reviewed learning assessments beginning in 2026. Through deeper integration of AI tools and structured evaluation methods, the Academy aims to contribute to the evolving standards of transparent and academically grounded AI financial education.

About Wealthfront Academy

Wealthfront Academy is an international education initiative founded by Andy Rachleff to advance quantitative literacy, AI-informed financial reasoning, and transparent algorithmic understanding. By combining mathematical modeling, behavioral finance, and applied artificial intelligence, the Academy delivers structured programs for students, analysts, and institutions seeking modern, data-driven financial education.

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Tradeview Markets Celebrates Major Success at Jeddah Fintech Week 2025, Organized Under the Patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Saif Al-Islam Bin Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 19th November 2025, ZEX PR WIRE— Tradeview Markets proudly announced the strong success of its participation at Jeddah Fintech Week 2025, an event developed by Al Awsat Expo -a global leader in world-class event management- under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Saif Al-Islam Bin Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

As the official partner of Jeddah Fintech Week, Al Awsat Expo has built a legacy of curating international exhibitions from its headquarters in Jeddah, with operations in Riyadh and Dammam. Known for transforming visionary concepts into precise, high-impact experiences, Al Awsat Expo upholds a guiding ethos of “Achievement through Excellence”. This year, Jeddah Fintech Week reinforced Saudi Arabia’s commitment to empowering its people through financial literacy, innovation, and skills development, offering educational programs, interactive workshops and strategic dialogues.

Within this environment of innovation and national vision, Tradeview Markets was honored with a special invitation from His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Saif Al-Islam, recognizing the company’s global regulatory standing, technological capability, and expanding presence across the Middle East.

Throughout the event, Tradeview’s booth emerged as a central meeting point for industry leaders exploring the future of AI-powered finance, digital payments, cross-border trading, blockchain applications, and institutional infrastructure. The company showcased its robust multi-asset ecosystem and its latest advancements in liquidity provision, regulatory expansion and trading technology.

“We are deeply grateful for the personal invitation from His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Saif Al-Islam, whose leadership continues to elevate the Kingdom’s fintech vision,” said Timothy Furey, CEO of Tradeview Markets. “The Jeddah Fintech Week platform enabled us to exchange ideas with visionary partners and contribute to Saudi Arabia’s transformation into a global fintech hub. We leave Jeddah energized, inspired, and committed to building long-term relationships in the region.”

Tradeview Markets’ participation strengthens its strategic focus on high-growth markets and reinforces its mission to deliver transparent, secure and technologically advanced trading solutions to clients worldwide.

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Building a Great Relationship: Advice from the Experts at Beau Brummell Introductions

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Michigan, US, 19th November 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Building anything worthwhile requires dedication and vision. Similar to constructing a house: it demands careful planning, the right materials, and a lot of hard work. From laying the foundation to raising the walls, every step is crucial. The reward for this labor of love is a sanctuary you can call home. A relationship, much like a house, isn’t something that just happens; it’s something you build, moment by moment.

In a world saturated with fleeting connections and endless swiping, the art of building a lasting relationship can feel like a lost practice. At Beau Brummell Introductions, a bespoke matchmaking agency for gay men, they believe that genuine, lasting partnerships are built with intention, emotional depth, and personalized support. With an 87% success rate, they’ve seen firsthand what it takes to construct a relationship that not only stands but thrives.

Laying the Foundation: Know Your Own Blueprint

Before you can build something meaningful with a partner, you need a solid, unshakable foundation. You wouldn’t build a house on unstable ground, and you shouldn’t start a relationship without a clear understanding of who you are and what you want. If you don’t know your own blueprint, how can you expect to build a life with someone else?

Being ready for a relationship means knowing your strengths, your values, and what you bring to the table. This self-awareness is the bedrock of any successful partnership. It’s about more than just listing hobbies or career goals; it’s a deep dive into your emotional landscape, your communication style, and your vision for the future. This introspective work is essential, as it prepares you to be a proactive and present partner.

Gathering the Materials: The Small Moments That Build Walls

Once the foundation is set, the next step is to gather the materials that will form the structure of your relationship. These aren’t always glamorous. The early stages often involve tentative first steps and awkward small talk. Each conversation might seem insignificant on its own, but together, these moments form the walls that support your entire structure.

Every shared laugh, every quiet moment, and even every seemingly trivial discussion are the bricks that build something solid and enduring. It’s easy to get tempted by the allure of rushing the process, focusing only on the immediate spark of physical attraction. While attraction is important, it’s like the paint color that makes your house stand out, it’s not enough to sustain the building. We’ve all been drawn to someone who looks great on the outside, only to discover a lack of depth or compatibility. A relationship built solely on surface-level attraction, without a strong foundation and well-constructed walls, will not stand the test of time.

The Role of an Expert Architect: Human-Centered Matchmaking

In this construction process, a professional matchmaker can act as your trusted architect and supplier. While Beau Brummell Introductions don’t build the house for you, they provide the right materials, connections with individuals who are deeply vetted, emotionally ready, and aligned with your values and goals. This human-centered approach moves beyond the superficiality of algorithms. They focus on what technology overlooks: the human aspect of connection.

Beau Brummell Introductions’ process is deliberate and personalized. Initial consultations feel more like heart-to-heart conversations, allowing them to understand not just what you’re looking for, but why. This empathetic, individualized curation ensures that every introduction is intentional and emotionally fulfilling. They use their experience, intuition, and emotional intelligence to identify the intangible elements that spark meaningful relationships. For the gay community, finding a judgment-free space to be authentic is crucial, and they foster that secure environment, paving the way for deeper connections.

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Building a relationship takes patience. There will be challenges, messes, and moments of doubt. But with hard work, focus, and a shared vision, you and your partner can create something that endures. Together, you can build a home, a relationship, that offers warmth, comfort, and protection, no matter what life throws your way.

The modern dating landscape can be discouraging, marked by decision fatigue and superficiality. This is why a return to human-curated matchmaking matters more than ever. It reintroduces romance and genuine connection into the process, reminding us that love is deeply personal and cannot be neatly categorized by an algorithm.

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Love is a complex and deeply human experience, and the search for it should reflect that. By focusing on emotional compatibility and creating an environment of empathy and understanding, Beau Brummell Introductions helps their clients build relationships with substance and longevity. The process itself often leads to personal growth, renewed confidence, and clarity about what one truly wants in love and life.

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