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In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a wild Tuesday in the options pits where the "usual suspects" shared the stage with some massive earnings-driven volatility. While the broader market volume was steady, individual names like Micron (MU) and UnitedHealth (UNH) stole the spotlight with explosive moves and unusual paper. The Countdown Highlights: The Nvidia Standard: Even on a "light" day, Nvidia (NVDA) holds the #1 spot with 1.46 million contracts. We look at the $190 calls as traders bet on a return to the mid-session highs. UNH's Earnings Crater: The healthcare giant plummeted nearly 20% following a disappointing outlook. We dive into the massive open interest on the $600 calls—expiring in 2027—and ask: is this a bold recovery play or a massive hedge? Micron is "On Fire": Closing up another 5.4%, Micron's $420 calls are fetching nearly $10.00. How much gas is left in this AI-fueled tank? Tesla Tumbles (in Volume): In a rare twist, Tesla gets kicked to the #4 spot with volume levels roughly half of its daily average. Mark analyzes why the $440 calls are seeing "light" action. Deep Dive into the Tape: From Coreweave (CORW) continuing its repeat rally to Apple (AAPL) seeing rare meaty put action, we track the flow that actually impacts your P&L. Visit TheHotOptionsReport.com to get the data behind the show!

On this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo is joined by Greg Magadini, Director of Derivatives at Amberdata, to break down a wild start to the year. As Bitcoin (BTC) slips back toward $88k and Ethereum (ETH) struggles to reclaim the $3,000 handle, the team explores why current market conditions are a prime setup for "strangling" volatility. Inside This Episode: The Bitcoin Breakdown: BTC is down nearly 4,000 handles since the last show. We analyze the $88k support level and the shift in the 30-day volatility complex. Gold vs. Bitcoin Volatility: Why is a $34T asset like Gold currently showing nearly the same volatility as the $1.7T Bitcoin market? Greg explains the "Digital Gold" underperformance and what it means for the tape. The Rise of IBIT Dailies: Big news for liquidity! We discuss the launch of Monday and Wednesday weeklies for the BlackRock IBIT ETF and how "Zero Day" (0DTE) culture is officially entering the Bitcoin space. MicroStrategy (MSTR/MSTU) Mechanics: Analyzing the "canary in the coal mine." Is there a "death spiral" risk if BTC continues to slip, or are we on the verge of a massive short squeeze? Strategic Playbook: Why Greg is eyeing wide synthetic strangles and the "right tail" explosion. We also look at the massive bearish shift in weekly skew and what it tells us about trader sentiment. Altcoin Universe: Quick hits on Solana (SOL) volatility, the XRP sub-$2 struggle, and why Circle (CRCL) equity might be the most "serious" altcoin on your radar. Key Resources & Links: Check the Data: Explore professional-grade crypto derivatives metrics at pro.amberdata.io . New AI Insights: Visit intelligence.amberdata.com for Amberdata's new AI-powered market intelligence platform. Follow the Network: Stay updated via X @Options and @Amberdataio .

We kick off the trading week by breaking down a "light" but high-impact session on the options tape. Despite a lower overall volume day, the big stories are in AI infrastructure and critical minerals. We dive into Nvidia's (NVDA) massive $2 billion investment in CoreWeave (CRWV) and the resulting volatility in the options chain. On the Countdown Today: #1 Nvidia (NVDA): We see light volume but heavy action in the $190 calls. #2 Tesla (TSLA): We track paper shifting from the $450s to the $440 calls—is overriding the play? #3 Apple (AAPL): We break down a massive May $285 call print suggesting a long-term bullish flyer. #9 CoreWeave (CRWV): We analyze the $110 call frenzy following the Nvidia news. #8 USA Rare Earth (USAR): We let the audience weigh in on the Feb $25 puts after a government-backed jump. Plus, we look ahead to a blockbuster earnings week featuring Meta, Microsoft, and the return of meme-king GameStop (GME) to the top 5. Access your own options data at TheHotOptionsReport.com .

Skeletor is lurking, the metals are screaming, and the earnings gauntlet has begun! In episode 1439 of The Option Block, Mark Longo and the All-Star panel—including "Uncle" Mike Tosaw and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi—take a trip back to the 1980s. With the massive trailer launch for the new Masters of the Universe film, the team kicks things off with some MOTU trivia before breaking down a market that is getting "weird, wild, and funk-delicious." On the Docket: The Trading Block: A look at the "insane" run in Gold ($5k/oz!) and Silver ($100+/oz). Is it a meme, or is inflation finally catching up? Plus, a preview of the "Big Tech" earnings week featuring Meta, Apple, Microsoft, and Tesla. The Odd Block: Unusual activity in Papa John's (PZZA) puts, a massive upside play in Aero Copper Corp (ERO), and the "Trump Bump" fade in newcomer USA Rare Earth (USAR). The Strategy Block: Uncle Mike discusses the vital importance of choosing the right benchmarks (BXY, CLL, AGG) to measure your options performance accurately. Around the Block: The team debates whether the "Zero Day" index options will cannibalize the market and what to expect from the looming Apple and Tesla earnings prints. Key Market Levels & Tickers Mentioned: Indices: SPY, IWM, VIX (hovering at 16), VVIX (100) Equities: NVDA, TSLA, AAPL, INTC, MSFT, MAT, USAR Metals: GLD, SLV (up 12% in a single day)

The Council of Elders Reconvenes: The Greenland Siege and the Power of Gamma In this episode of Volatility Views, the Council of Elders—Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads, and Mark Sebastian—gather at the Hall of Wisdom to break down a week of market madness that would make Skeletor blush. From VIX spikes driven by "Greenland Siege" headlines to the massive $100 breakout in Silver, the team analyzes the forces reshaping the volatility landscape. Inside the Hall of Wisdom: The Volatility Review: The team breaks down the "Greenland Whipsaw." We look at the VIX Cash flirting with a 20 handle before "deal" headlines sent vol crashing back to the Pit of Peril. Attack of the Zero DTEs: Huge news from NASDAQ! The Elders discuss the launch of daily options on individual equities. Is this a boon for traders or a "Snake Mountain" trap of contra-exercise risk? VIX Term Structure & Tactical Flow: Russell and Mark dive into the Feb/March roll and the staggering volume in Feb 25 and 35 calls. Plus, a look at the "Hero's Journey" for Silver as it hits the par strike. Vol Death Match 2.0: Get ready for the ultimate showdown between the Flow Master and Scott Nations. Two men enter, one man emerges—you decide the victor at theoptionsinsider.com/pro . Eternia Nostalgia: The crew is "unreasonably excited" for the new Masters of the Universe movie. We discuss the teaser for the teaser, the lack of "CGI roids" on the new He-Man, and why a Snake Mountain popcorn bucket is a mandatory purchase. The Council of Elders: Mark Longo: The Options Insider Russell Rhoads: Indiana University Mark Sebastian: Option Pit

Henry The Flowmaster Schwartz, options market analyst known for flow analytics and volume trends. He breaks down soaring options volume across single stocks, ETFs and indexes. Talks new Monday and Wednesday expirations for major names. Covers massive put activity in the MAG-10 and volatility swings that moved markets 100 handles each way.

Geopolitical tensions are back, impacting futures options markets. A staggering 57% surge in natural gas steals the spotlight, while precious metals see explosive volatility. Meanwhile, Bitcoin suffers a significant decline. The discussion heats up with the rotation from big tech to small caps influenced by shifting geopolitical headlines. A deep dive reveals heavy trading activity in zero-day Nasdaq contracts and interesting trends in put demand, particularly for March strikes. Volatility is definitely in the air!

In this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a respectable day on the options tape, where it took over 522,000 contracts just to break into the Top 10. We dive deep into the massive retail and institutional flow hitting the tape for Tesla (TSLA) as robo-taxi hype sends shares soaring toward the key $450 level. We also analyze the fallout from Intel (INTC) earnings—why the stock is sliding in the after-hours despite a recent massive run—and look at the long-term "winner winner chicken dinner" bets being placed on Netflix (NFLX). On today's report, we cover: Tesla (TSLA): The battle for the 450 strike and the massive volume leading the tape. Intel (INTC): Post-earnings breakdown—why the Jan 60 calls are feeling the pain. Netflix (NFLX): Huge size moving in the September 100 calls. Is paper betting on a long-term recovery? Meta (META): A massive $34 rally—is the "bargain" hunt officially on? Nvidia (NVDA) & AMD: Tracking the semiconductor giants as they navigate pre-earnings positioning. Micron (MU) & Apple (AAPL): Checking the pulse of the tech heavyweights as they fight for gains. Whether you're tracking the VIX or hunting for the next big move in Mag 7 options, get the data you need to "kick the tires and light the fires" in your trading account. Get more at TheHotOptionsReport.com for the best free options data in the game.

Mark Longo breaks down a tumultuous week 3 of 2026 as geopolitical tensions over Greenland drive massive futures volume. The first three weeks of 2026 have been a geopolitical whirlwind. From "snatch and grab" maneuvers in Venezuela to carrier strike fleets moving toward Iran, and now a brewing trade war over Greenland, the futures markets are lighting up with volatility. Mark Longo takes you into the trading pit for a breakdown of what's limit up and what's crashing. Inside the Trading Pit: The Metals Super-Cycle: Silver continues its rampage, up another 7.6% this week after a 25% gain last week. Is it unstoppable? Energy Update: An arctic polar vortex is sending Natural Gas soaring over 21% this week. Meanwhile, Heating Oil jumps 6.25% as the cold snap hits the Midwest. Lithium's Wild Ride: Up nearly 11% this week and a staggering 42.4% year-to-date. Mark explores what's driving this electric move. The Crypto Slide: Bitcoin and Ether futures both outpaced the downside this week, dropping 6% and 9% respectively. Ag & Softs: Cocoa continues to get cheaper for your breakfast table, down nearly 15% this week and 26% for the year. Volume King: The Nasdaq 100 Micro steals the throne with over 2.1 million contracts on the tape. Watch the Year-to-Date Leaders: We analyze the rotation out of large-cap tech and the surprising strength in commodities like Palladium and Platinum. 0:00 – Introduction: 19 Years of the Network! 1:30 – Geopolitical Update: Venezuela, Iran, and Greenland 3:45 – Top 5 Gainers: Silver, Nat Gas, and the "Shiny Stuff" 6:10 – Top 5 Losers: The Crypto Pain & Cocoa's Collapse 9:20 – Volume Report: Nasdaq Micros vs. The 10-Year Note 11:50 – Year-to-Date Movers: Lithium's 42% Rampage 14:00 – Closing Remarks: Join us for This Week in Futures Options Brought to you by tastytrade.com/podcasts

The options tape was lighting up on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, as the market clawed back from a bruising session. Tech roared back to life, led by a historic run in Intel (INTC) and a massive upside move in AMD. Mark Longo breaks down the top 10 most active names and the "Hot Options" driving the flow. On Today's Report: The Semiconductor Warpath: Micron (MU) continues its rampage, closing up 6.6% as traders pile into the 400 calls. Intel's Epic Run: INTC surges nearly 12% to close at $54.25. We look at the "outlandish" March 60 calls that aren't looking so crazy anymore. AMD Rocking: Up nearly 8% today, AMD put up 1.1 million contracts. Are the 250 calls too rich for your blood? The Tesla Appropriate Strike: TSLA climbs back over $430 on the heels of Greenland headlines. We look at the massive paper in the 420 calls. Nvidia Retakes the Crown: NVDA is back at #1 with 2.38 million contracts. Will the 185s hold through the end of the week? Plus: Analysis of flow in Amazon (AMZN), Microsoft (MSFT), Palantir (PLTR), Apple (AAPL), and Netflix (NFLX). Get the Data: Don't just listen to the report—see the data yourself at HotOptionsReport.com . Kick the tires and light the fires on your own trading account.