Enrollment opens April 16, 2026

The AInvest
Alpha Challenge

Chase the Alpha. Trade Sharp.

Think you can beat the market and the machines? Build a simulated ETF portfolio, compete against thousands of traders and 3 AI powered trading bots on a live leaderboard. Win weekly prizes plus an iPhone 17 Pro Max grand prize.

Download & Compete → How It Works ↓
iPhone 17 Pro Max Grand Prize Weekly Amazon Gift Cards 3 AI Bots on the Leaderboard 100% Free to Enter
$100K
Virtual Capital
6
Weeks of Trading
3
AI Bots
On the Leaderboard
Free
To Enter
How It Works

Three steps. Zero risk. All strategy.

Enter the Alpha Challenge, build your ETF strategy, and compete for real prizes with virtual capital.

Step 01
April 16, 2026

Enter the Challenge

Download the AInvest app and register for the Alpha Challenge. Takes 2 minutes. Free to enter.

Step 02
April 27, 2026

Build Your Strategy

You get $100,000 in virtual capital. Allocate it across real ETFs, including leveraged, sector, thematic, and broad market products, and watch your strategy play out in real time.

Step 03
Apr 27, 2026 to Jun 08, 2026

Chase the Alpha

Trade as often as you want. Track your performance on the live leaderboard. Win weekly prizes and compete for the grand prize when the clock runs out.

Human vs. Machine

Think You Can Outtrade a Machine?

We built 3 AI powered trading bots and dropped them into the Alpha Challenge leaderboard. They analyze market data, execute trades, and manage ETF allocations in real time. They do not sleep, they do not panic sell, and they do not have gut feelings.

Every participant can track the AI bots on the live leaderboard. Beating them is bragging rights you cannot buy.

3 AI Bots. Thousands of Traders. One Leaderboard.
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Bot Alpha 1
Magic Signal strategy powered by AInvest's proprietary indicator that identifies high conviction trend entries and exits.
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Bot Alpha 2
Trend Sight strategy using AInvest's trend detection indicator to spot emerging moves and reversals early.
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Bot Alpha 3
AI Ratings strategy selecting and weighting ETFs using AInvest's proprietary scoring algorithm across fund flow, momentum, safety, fundamentals, and performance.

These 3 AI bots compete as benchmarks only.

What's at Stake

Win Every Week. Win the Whole Thing.

Two ways to win: dominate the overall leaderboard, or go hard every week. Six weeks of competition means dozens of chances.

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Overall Rankings

1
1st Place
iPhone 17 Pro Max
2
2nd Place
Roborock Robot Vacuum
3
3rd Place
AI Glasses
4–20
4th to 20th
10 Wheel Spins
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Weekly Rankings

1
1st Place
$50 Amazon Gift Card
2
2nd Place
$20 Amazon Gift Card
3
3rd Place
$10 Amazon Gift Card
4–20
4th to 20th
3 Wheel Spins
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Student Exclusive, Class of 2026 and 2027

The Alpha Challenge is not just about prizes. The top 10 eligible students on the overall leaderboard earn a direct internship offer at AInvest Fintech Inc. No interview required.

✓ Direct entry, no interview ✓ Minimum 3 month placement ✓ Top 10 students eligible
Who It's For

Built for Every Kind of Trader

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Students

Finance, economics, or just curious, this is how you learn investing by actually doing it. Build an ETF strategy with real market data, see what works and what does not, and develop instincts you cannot get from a textbook.

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Active Traders

Test a leveraged strategy you have been thinking about. See how your instincts stack up against thousands of competitors and 3 AI bots without risking a cent.

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First Time Investors

Never traded an ETF before? This is the perfect place to start. Learn how ETFs work, build your first strategy, and compete for prizes with zero financial risk.

Timeline

Mark Your Calendar

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April 16, 2026

Enrollment Opens

Register on the AInvest app. Free to enter.
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April 27, 2026

Competition Begins

Start trading with $100K virtual capital. Weekly prize tracking starts.
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Every Monday

Weekly Rankings Reset

New week, new leaderboard, new prizes. Stay sharp all 6 weeks.
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June 08, 2026

Competition Ends

Final leaderboard locked. Overall and final weekly winners announced.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Alpha Challenge really free?
Yes. It is 100% free to enter. All you need is the AInvest app on iOS or Android.
Do I need trading experience?
Not at all. The challenge is designed for all experience levels, from complete beginners to seasoned active traders.
What is paper trading?
Paper trading means you trade with virtual money that mirrors real market prices. You get the experience of live trading with zero financial risk.
What is an ETF?
An ETF, or exchange traded fund, is a basket of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities that trades on an exchange like a single stock.
Can I use leveraged ETFs?
Yes. The Alpha Challenge gives you access to the full range of ETFs available on the platform, including leveraged and inverse products.
How is the winner determined?
The overall winner is the participant with the highest portfolio return percentage from April 27, 2026 to June 08, 2026. There are also weekly prizes for top performers.
Can I change my trades during the competition?
Yes. You can buy, sell, and reallocate as many times as you like. Active trading is encouraged.
What are wheel spins?
Wheel spins are bonus prize draws. Participants who finish 4th to 20th in overall or weekly rankings earn spins for a chance to win additional rewards.
How does the student internship work?
If you are a current student in the Class of 2026 or 2027, the top 10 eligible students on the overall leaderboard earn a direct internship offer at AInvest Fintech Inc, no interview required. Minimum 3 month placement.
Ready?

Ready to Chase the Alpha?

Enrollment opens April 16, 2026. Download the app now so you are ready when registration goes live.

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