The 2026 Options Days once again demonstrated why they are among the most important events for options trading in the German-speaking world. With over 600 participants, more than 20 speakers, and a total of 16 expert presentations, the event not only imparted knowledge—it also highlighted one thing above all else: the reality of trading.
In previous years, attendance had already exceeded 500—and the trend was upward. Interest is growing. But along with it comes the realization that trading is much more than just strategy and market analysis.
Reality Instead of Theory: A Look Behind the Scenes
Thorsten Georgs (Director of Investor Solutions & Growth) was on site for 1000FTAD and specifically sought out conversations with active traders. His approach was clear: no theory, just real insights from everyday life.
The discussions quickly revealed a consistent picture.
For many people, trading is not a structured, rational process—but rather an emotional state of emergency
Trading Under Pressure: When Emotions Take Over
A trader's daily routine is characterized by:
- constant decisions under time pressure
- high market volatility
- direct financial consequences
This combination causes significant mental stress for many people. The same challenges were mentioned time and again in the interviews:
- Fear of Loss
- Greed When It Comes to Profits
- Uncertainty in Decision-Making
- Deviating from One's Own Strategy
The key takeaway from this is:
It is not the market that poses the greatest risk—but rather the trader’s own behavior.
Psychology: The Underestimated Factor
One particularly noteworthy aspect of the 2026 options days was the presence of a specialized psychologist who provided traders with targeted support in managing their emotions.
This clearly shows:
Psychology is no longer a marginal topic in trading. It is a crucial factor for success—or, conversely, the biggest source of risk.
The Alternative Approach: System Over Emotion
This is exactly where 1000FTAD comes in.
Thorsten Georgs presented an alternative approach at the event: fully automated trading.
The idea behind it is simple but effective:
- Decisions are based on data rather than feelings
- Strategies are consistently implemented
- Emotional misjudgments are ruled out
The key advantage:
Emotions are completely removed from the process.
This leads to:
- more consistent results
- a more manageable risk
- More calm and clarity in the investment process
The market is ready for change
The response to this approach was clear.
Many traders are already aware of their biggest weaknesses. What's been missing so far is a practical solution.
This is exactly where the 1000FTAD approach generated a lot of interest:
- in-depth discussions
- specific questions
- a clear desire for alternatives to manual trading
The biggest problem is sitting in front of the screen
The 2026 option days not only produced impressive figures—but, above all, a clear insight:
The biggest problem in trading isn't the market. It's people.
1000FTAD has addressed this very point and shown that there is an alternative:
An approach that does not rely on discipline or emotional control—but on systems.
And that is precisely where the crucial difference lies.
