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Tom & Kaoru
Dec 26, 20241 min read
PODCAST: Exploring The Finding -Itihad. Ep. 02
This second podcast episode summarizes the plot of The Finding - Itihad . The protagonist, Ken Rochat, moves to Dubai to trade oil...
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Ken Philips
Dec 23, 20242 min read
VIX Outlook - Week of December 23rd, 2024
Indices Overview As of December 20, 2024, major indices have experienced declines compared to their December 13, 2024, closing values:...
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Tom & Kaoru
Dec 21, 20241 min read
PODCAST: Exploring The Finding - Itihad Ep. 01
Join us on Exploring The Finding - Itihad: Fiction, Reality, and Unity , a podcast delving into the sequel to The Volatility Smirk ....
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Ken Philips
Dec 19, 20242 min read
Article: Predicting VXX Using Advanced Machine Learning Models
Introduction Predicting financial market indices like the VXX (an ETN that tracks short-term VIX futures) is a challenging task, given...
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Ken Philips
Dec 18, 20243 min read
Unseen Frontlines: How Pandemic and Geopolitics Converge in a New Era of Covert Conflict
In recent years, the lines between crisis management, military strategy, and covert operations have blurred, revealing a world...
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Ken Philips
Dec 16, 20244 min read
What Happened to the Metaverse?
The metaverse, once a concept confined to science fiction, has grown into a tangible reality with real-world implications for industries...
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Ken Philips
Dec 14, 20243 min read
VIX Outlook - Week of December 16th, 2024
Indices Overview Here is a summary of the major indices and their performance over the past week (5 working days): S&P 500 Index (SPX) :...
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Ken Philips
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Oracle Q2 2025 Earnings
Oracle's Q2 2025 earnings call held on December 9, 2024, offered a deep dive into the company's robust revenue growth, strategic...
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Ken Philips
Dec 10, 20243 min read
The Great Debasement: From Henry VIII’s Coins to Modern Crypto Chaos
History, as Mark Twain said, doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes. In the 16th century, England witnessed a seismic shift in its...
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Ken Philips
Dec 8, 20244 min read
VIX Outlook Summary - December 6, 2024
Indices Overview To provide context for the current VIX outlook, here is a summary of the major indices and their performance over the...
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Ken Philips
Dec 7, 20244 min read
Is Bitcoin a Safe Haven?
The idea of Bitcoin as a safe haven asset has sparked endless debates among investors, analysts, and crypto enthusiasts alike....
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Ken Philips
Dec 5, 20243 min read
Ichimoku’s Forgotten Origins: An Author’s Exploration of Finance and Mystery
When I began writing The Friar: Pacioli’s Secret Charts , I had no idea how deeply the story would entwine with one of my favorite...
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Ken Philips
Dec 4, 20244 min read
Salesforce Q3 2025 earnings
Salesforce's Q3 2025 earnings call reflects a company that is firing on all cylinders. The results showcase robust revenue growth,...
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Ken Philips
Dec 3, 20242 min read
How a Hybrid Options Strategy Capitalized on Mid-February 2020 Volatility
Introduction In early 2020, the financial markets faced a seismic shift. The COVID-19 pandemic began disrupting economies worldwide,...
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Ken Philips
Dec 2, 20242 min read
Was Putin Planning to Invade Ukraine in 2020? An Analysis
In my book, The Finding - Itihad , I explore how global crises can serve as catalysts—or cover stories—for long-term geopolitical...
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Ken Philips
Dec 1, 20243 min read
VIX Outlook Summary - November 29, 2024
Index Close (November 29, 2024): S&P 500 (SPX) : 4,367.36 Russell 2000 : 1,690.82 Dow Jones : 33,547.69 Philadelphia Semiconductor Index...
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