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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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Suha Atiyeh on How Photography Should Serve the Experience, Not Control It

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Washington DC, US, 1st February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, In an era where photography is increasingly shaped by trends, presets, and performance metrics, Suha Atiyeh offers a counterpoint rooted in restraint, attentiveness, and human connection. Based in Washington, DC, Suha Atiyeh approaches photography as a practice of observation rather than orchestration. Her work reflects a belief that meaningful images are created when the photographer supports the experience unfolding in front of the lens, instead of directing or interrupting it.

This philosophy has resonated with clients and collaborators who value authenticity over spectacle. Suha Atiyeh argues that when photography becomes overly controlled, the emotional and contextual truth of a moment is often diminished. The role of the photographer, in her view, is not to dominate the environment but to respond to it thoughtfully.

Reconsidering Control in Modern Photography

Contemporary photography culture often prioritizes precision, visual uniformity, and technical dominance. While these elements have their place, Suha Atiyeh believes that an excessive focus on control can distance both the subject and the photographer from the experience itself. When every detail is premeditated, the image may be technically sound but emotionally hollow.

Suha Atiyeh encourages a different approach, one that allows space for unpredictability. By relinquishing the need to manage every variable, photographers can remain present and responsive. This presence enables images to reflect not only what something looked like, but how it felt to be there.

Photography as an Act of Participation

For Suha Atiyeh, photography is not a detached act of documentation. It is a form of participation that requires emotional intelligence, patience, and humility. Rather than imposing a narrative, the photographer becomes part of the environment, observing subtle shifts in expression, movement, and atmosphere.

This mindset places trust at the center of the creative process. When subjects feel unobserved rather than scrutinized, they are more likely to exist naturally within the frame. Suha Atiyeh notes that some of the most resonant images emerge when subjects forget about the camera altogether.

Letting the Experience Lead

Suha Atiyeh emphasizes that photography should adapt to the experience, not reshape it for the sake of an image. This principle applies across genres, whether documenting people, spaces, or transitional moments. By allowing experiences to unfold without interruption, the resulting images retain a sense of honesty that cannot be manufactured.

This approach also challenges the idea that every moment needs to be optimized for visual impact. According to Suha Atiyeh, restraint is often more powerful than embellishment. A quiet moment, when handled with care, can communicate depth more effectively than a highly stylized scene.

Moving Away from Performative Imagery

The rise of social platforms has influenced how photography is consumed and created. Images are often evaluated by their immediate visual appeal rather than their lasting emotional resonance. Suha Atiyeh cautions against allowing this dynamic to dictate creative choices.

Instead of producing images designed for rapid consumption, Suha Atiyeh advocates for work that rewards prolonged viewing. Photography that serves the experience invites the viewer to slow down, observe, and connect with what is happening within the frame.

A Practice Grounded in Awareness

Suha Atiyeh’s perspective reflects a broader commitment to intentional creativity. Her process prioritizes listening, adaptability, and respect for context. Technical skill remains important, but it functions as a foundation rather than the focal point.

By centering the experience, Suha Atiyeh positions photography as a collaborative and responsive art form. This philosophy challenges photographers to reconsider their role, shifting from controller to witness.

About Suha Atiyeh

Suha Atiyeh is a Washington, DC based photographer whose work is guided by an experience-first philosophy. With a focus on authenticity, presence, and emotional awareness, Suha Atiyeh creates images that reflect real moments without excessive intervention. Her approach emphasizes observation over direction and values connection over control. Through a thoughtful and restrained creative process, Suha Atiyeh continues to contribute to conversations around intentional photography and the evolving role of the photographer in contemporary visual culture.

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Urobicon, a UBR01-Based Bladder Technology, Gains Attention Across Europe

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Seoul, South Korea, 1st February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Urobicon, a bladder care solution developed on the proprietary UBR01-based technology platform, is gaining growing attention across Europe as an advanced approach to everyday urinary wellness.

Built around a technology-driven formulation concept, Urobicon focuses on supporting bladder environment stability and urinary function through a multi-layered system rather than a single-ingredient approach.

At the core of Urobicon is UBR01, a specialized bladder support technology designed to help maintain tissue condition, support urinary flow dynamics, and promote consistent bladder performance in daily life.

Urobicon combines multiple functional components into an integrated platform, creating a comprehensive support structure for individuals experiencing frequent urination, sensations of incomplete emptying, or general urinary discomfort.

Across multiple European markets, wellness retailers and online platforms report rising interest in Urobicon, with growing demand among consumers seeking technology-inspired alternatives to conventional approaches.

Many users have shared positive experiences, including improved urinary comfort, greater daily convenience, and enhanced confidence following consistent use.

Urobicon is increasingly being recognized as a next-generation bladder care solution built on a technology-centered philosophy, offering a non-invasive option for ongoing urinary support.

As Urobicon expands into North America and Asia, industry observers believe the UBR01 platform may help shape a new standard in technology-inspired bladder wellness solutions.

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Jiani Luo Advances a Systems-Based Approach to Marketing in the U.S. AI-Driven Economy

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Wyoming, US, 1st February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, As generative AI becomes embedded in how consumers discover information and evaluate choices, the U.S. marketing landscape is undergoing a structural shift. In one of the world’s most competitive and algorithm-driven consumer markets, Jiani Luo has emerged as a practitioner advancing a systems-based approach to marketing—one designed for environments where intelligent platforms increasingly influence discovery, comparison, and recommendation.

Rather than treating AI as an efficiency tool for content production or media optimization, Luo’s work addresses a more fundamental challenge: how marketing strategy must evolve when brands are first evaluated by systems before they reach consumers. This perspective has shaped how organizations approach brand growth in the U.S. market, where platform dynamics, AI-assisted search, and fragmented media ecosystems demand greater strategic coherence.

From Campaign Execution to Marketing Architecture

Through sustained work in the U.S. market, Luo has contributed to a shift away from campaign-centric marketing toward marketing architecture—the design of structures that support long-term brand performance across platforms, algorithms, and decision environments.

She emphasizes that in highly automated markets such as the United States, traditional advantages based on creative volume, channel saturation, or short-term optimization are increasingly transient. In their place, durable performance depends on three interrelated capabilities:

  • System legibility, ensuring that brand positioning remains clear and interpretable across AI-powered discovery and recommendation systems

  • Consistency of trust signals, allowing credibility to accumulate across touchpoints rather than resetting with each campaign

  • Decision-context alignment, connecting brand presence to specific usage and purchase scenarios instead of abstract reach metrics

This approach reframes marketing as an operating system rather than a sequence of promotional events.

 

Applying AI-Aware Strategy in the U.S. Market

Luo’s methodology has been applied across a range of U.S.-based brand initiatives, spanning food and beverage, beauty, home and lifestyle, and family entertainment. Her work supports brands navigating the structural demands of the American market, where competition is high and algorithmic mediation plays a growing role in consumer choice.

In the food and beverage sector, marketing systems informed by her approach have supported Haidilao (U.S.) and HEYTEA (U.S.) in strengthening brand clarity and decision-path coherence for U.S. consumers. These efforts focused on aligning brand signals with local expectations and platform-driven discovery behavior, enabling more sustainable engagement beyond short-term traffic spikes.

In consumer goods and lifestyle, initiatives for Qbedding and Maiko Matcha emphasized semantic consistency and channel coordination, improving brand recognition and reliability within AI-influenced search and recommendation environments.

In beauty, the “I Love My Culture” initiative for WEI Beauty demonstrated how cultural positioning can function as a structural asset in the U.S. market. Rather than pursuing short-lived virality, the program established durable relevance among multicultural consumer communities through consistent narrative design and community alignment.

In experience-driven categories, including FunZ Trampoline Park and Nova Trampoline Park, Luo’s approach informed how brand information, local presence, and consumer decision paths were structured to support measurable improvements in visitation and engagement across U.S. locations.

Redefining Marketing Objectives in an AI-Mediated Environment

Luo notes that as AI increasingly participates in early-stage evaluation—screening, ranking, and comparison—the objective of marketing in the U.S. market is no longer simply to maximize exposure. Instead, success depends on a brand’s ability to remain consistently interpretable, credible, and contextually relevant within intelligent systems over time.

In this environment, AI does not reduce differentiation; it amplifies it. Brands that invest in coherent structure and long-term signal integrity gain disproportionate visibility, while those reliant on fragmented tactics face diminishing returns.

Shaping Sustainable Growth in the U.S. Market

As AI continues to redefine how value is assessed and choices are formed, Jiani Luo remains focused on advancing marketing as a strategic discipline grounded in structure, systems, and long-term relevance. By integrating AI-aware thinking, GEO-informed growth models, and cross-cultural strategy, her work supports brands seeking sustainable performance in the U.S. market.

In a landscape where attention is no longer the sole constraint, Luo’s perspective underscores a central principle of modern marketing: brands that are structurally understood are the ones most likely to endure.

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