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AFT8 Update version 20251024 released new indicator and algo entry module

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AFT8 update version 20251024 has been released for NinjaTrader 8

Installers

  • ATS Desktop installers are upgraded to support all Windows OS 64Bit, and Arm64-bit CPU chipsets, such as Surface Pro 2025 Arm64 support Windows 11 Home.

Algos – Automated trading Systems

  • Algo Entry Mode – 13 – AFT000 Hybrid Algo Trader signals

Indicators

  • AFT000 Hybrid Algo Chart Trader
    • Programmable Signals 1 to 7
    • Alpha Signals 1 to 2
    • Traffic light filters
    • Pending the Easy Trader NinjaBuddy GUI

Features availability  and Licensing

  • AFT000 access:
  • AFT000 features:
    • Turnkey Workspaces
    • Easy Trader NinjaBuddy GUI

AFT8 Risk Management Position Sizing Introduction

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Position sizing is fundamentally a risk‐management technique, though it’s often grouped under the broader umbrella of money management, because it determines how much capital is exposed to the market on each trade. In AFT8, static position sizing sets a fixed number of contracts (Lots) regardless of market conditions. In contrast, dynamic position sizing uses a fixed-fractional method to adjust the number of contracts based on factors such as volatility, account equity, or predefined risk parameters.

By configuring and calibrating trade size to the amount you’re willing to lose, based on your stop size and the number of lots per trade, total trade risk is directly controlled. If the market moves against you, position sizing enforces consistent per‐trade risk limits. In that sense, while it informs your overarching money‐management plan (i.e., how much capital you allocate overall), its primary role is to enforce consistent risk limits, making position sizing a cornerstone of effective risk management; stop‐loss/risk management is the complementary component.

Why use dynamic position sizing instead of a static lot size?
Instruments differ in point/tick value or volatility, so, for example, 3 lots on NQ might equate to 12 lots on RTY to achieve the same trade‐risk exposure. To maintain equal weighting when trading multiple instruments, the lot size must be adjusted so that each trade carries the same risk in cash or as a percentage of trade‐risk capital. By tracking volatility, a system can maintain a constant risk per trade: position size decreases when volatility is high and increases when volatility is low.

Ways to Change Position Size with AFT8

It’s very easy to view, edit, set, change, and configure position size and risk management within AFT8 after some exploration. Settings can be configured and saved along with workspaces.

  1. NinjaTrader 8: Use Chart Trader, Order Ticket, or DOM to set the quantity for manual entries. This is static position sizing and can be adjusted at any time, up or down in real-time.
  2. AFT8 Algo Entry Module: In the Market Analyzer column, parameters for the Algo Entry Module, you can define static or fixed‐fractional position sizing. Templates can be viewed, edited, and saved under a unique name, usually for set-and-forget settings.
  3. AFT8 Algo Entry Controller: The pop‐up controller can be configured for static, fixed lots per trade or to leverage advanced risk‐management features such as fixed‐fractional sizing and institutional money‐management patterns like fund‐of‐funds for trading with asset streams- settings can be changed in real-time on the fly.

Note: Turnkey Workspaces 1 provides only the Trade Manager module, so quantity is configured via the NinjaTrader components. From Turnkey Workspace 2 onward, the Algo Entry Module/Controller allows quantity to be set and saved directly in the AFT8 settings.

TIP: Remember to save your settings templates and workspace under a unique name to prevent losing changes during updates!

For full details, please visit this ATS Help Desk article  on AFT8 Risk Management Position Sizing

AFT8 pending update features for last week october 2024

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AFT Signals Indicator 150

AFT Signals Indicator 150 workspace 3

We are pleased to announce the upcoming AFT8 release features and enhancements for AFT8:

  • AFT-AWT API Link
  • Fixed and upgraded integration of AWT.Desktop and AFT
    • Fault recovery
    • Speed
    • Capacity up to 2GB transfer buffers – previously was 64KB which could overrun and error
    • Logging/Tracing
  • Historical data syncing from the cloud
  • AFT Indicator 150
    • Supports historical data loading allowing backtesting
    • Enhanced signal filters and graphics
  • Workspaces 3 updates to include changes

AFT Signals Indicator graphics

AFT Signals Indicator 150 new graphics

The AFT8 update is still pending, so keep a lookout for notices!

10 Reasons why AFT is the best ninjatrader automated trading system?

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  1. NinjaTrader Trading System 100% Free forever for sim, replay, and demo account trading, with full feature access!
    1. No need to rely on marketing stats claims and promises; get the facts firsthand.
    2. Download, install, and use it firsthand to see if it’s good for you!
    3. Take 1 month, 1 year, or more. It is free forever until you decide to go live or use a prop firm.
    4. The fastest trading system in the ecosystem to get started: download, install, and open a workspace. It’s ready to trade for free on Sim!
    5. Attend free Discord support and education: zero to hero progressive workspace & features.
  2. Support and education are provided by the developer and owner of AlgoTradingSystems LLC!
    1. The developer is an industry leader in NinjaTrader retail trading systems.
    2. The developer was the pioneer of Hybrid Automated Trading systems in 2009.
    3. The developer is an actual real trader working for managed futures funds.
  3. Real deal traders making real deal trading tools! See the about bio
    1. CEO – Tom Leeson, Quantitative Developer, first started developing algo trading in 1995 for Goldman Sachs – Excel macro stocks and golden ratio trading.
    2. President – Robert Harmon, famous in the Comex Exchange, former governor, and now an electronic trader actively retired.
  4. AFT is a fully Hybrid Automated Trading system.
    1. The best and most compliant way to trade for Prop Firms is to use man-and-machine hybrid trading.
    2. AFT was purpose-built from the ground up for NinjaTrader Hybrid Trading Automated.
    3. AFT provides maximum accuracy and minimum drawdown for prop firm trading rules.
    4. Realtime interaction via controller user interfaces or allow it to run full auto – set a bias and let it go.
    5. Supports multiple strategy entry rules in play with asymmetric time series, multiple trade management exit models, and different time series.
  5. Unparalleled features not possible by NinjaTrader Strategy in the ecosystem.
    1. Can start automatically with NinjaTrader – trade and order context is not lost when you disconnect and reconnect.
    2. Can day trade, swing trade, or intermediate trade up to 3 months and not lose context.
    3. Fault-tolerant trading engine cures overfill, under-fills, and stuck orders – self-heals.
    4. Can trade remotely on Ninja web or mobile and let AFT do the trade management on NinjaTrader on a server or desktop PC.
    5. Self-optimizing bars and adaptive trade management do not need to backtest and re-optimize with market phases.
    6. Position sizing fixed fractional on account or fund of funds per asset stream.
    7. Money management daily and weekly goals as % or $ profit/loss.
    8. Position Compounding!
    9. And more…
  6. Interactive Trading Control locally or by Ninja web and mobile.
  7. Provides manual, semi, and fully automated trade entry with real-time control and adaptive trade management.
  8. Battle-tested in a managed futures hedge fund for 5 years before migration to retail trading, first built in 2017.
    1. Account size 5 million USD – trades up to 50K risk.
    2. Run in fully automated mode passing compliance pre-production and live.
    3. Allowing swing and intermediate trades for up to 3 months.
    4. Multiple algos for diversified asset stream.
    5. Cost 250K USD+ to build!
  9. Flexible Algos.
    1. Off-the-shelf ready-to-use turnkey workspaces – learn in stages and tweak baselines to suit your preference.
    2. Configure your own from the dozens of algo rules.
    3. Build your own, bring your own algo rules – you can create your indicator/signal logic in NinjaTrader and inject the signal into the AFT Signal Execution engine providing you full feature controls off the shelf.
  10. Allows integration with cloud-based systems AlphaWebTrader to increase accuracy, minimize drawdown, and maximize trade confidence!

ATS Affiliate Scheme now launching

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Join the ATS Affiliate Program with AlgoTradingSystems LLC

AlgoTradingSystems LLC (ATS) invites established entities and trading group operators to become part of an exclusive affiliate program designed to drive mutual growth and success. As an ATS affiliate, you’ll have the opportunity to promote industry-leading trading solutions and earn rewards for your efforts.

The Best Rewards Earning Potential

Multiple tiers of commissions based on the sales net. Tier 1 is for traders who sign up and register for a free account via your unique tracked affiliate code and make any purchase at any time. Tiers 2 and 3 are for any of your coupon sales, depending on the agreement and level of value-added services!

  • Tier 1: 5% on all your AffilCode trader signups
  • Tier 2: 25% for sales via your unique coupon
  • Tier 3: Up to 40% for sales and value-added services

Run your own business with the best. Simply be compliant, do it your way, and provide a discount for your customers via your coupon. For Tier 3, offer your own workspaces, settings, methods, and approach, or use the turnkey workspaces. Offer coaching, trading room, and support services to your customers, or just refer traders to sign up and purchase, and we do all the support for Tiers 1 and 2.

Let’s Make It a Win-Win!

Lifetime recurring earnings! You get paid when we get paid. In a true partnership, there is a flow of work and activity providing longevity. For all active affiliates, the earnings and rewards are recurring forever; you get out what you put in! For affiliates who stop and do not refer enough anymore, the agreement will be terminated after a period of liaising over activity and terms agreed.

Simple Works Best

Simply refer via your coupon and affiliate code. You can view your leads of customers you referred via your affiliate code or coupon, and you can view all purchases, earnings, and payouts. We developed and created our affiliate system as there was none out there that could do what we wanted and work seamlessly with Stripe. You get full transparency at all times!

How to Become an ATS Affiliate

To apply for our affiliate program, please send a message to the ATS Help Desk outlining your company details and your intended marketing plan. We are seeking applications from established entities, trading group operators, and bona fide traders/influencers with a legitimate following. Please note that this program is not available to solo retail traders or individual customers.

Sample Marketing Strategy

Your application should include a comprehensive marketing plan that may incorporate various promotional channels and methods such as:

  • Social Media Campaigns: Utilize platforms like Facebook, Twitter (X), TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram to reach and engage potential customers.
  • Email Marketing: Leverage email campaigns to inform and attract your audience.
  • Website Promotions: Feature ATS products and services on your website.
  • Webinars and Online Workshops: Conduct informative sessions to educate traders about the benefits of ATS trading solutions.
  • Discord and Trading Groups: Engage with communities and groups dedicated to trading to share insights and promote ATS.

By partnering with AlgoTradingSystems LLC, you will be part of a select group of operators who are equipped to promote top-tier automated trading systems and services. If you have a strong presence and a proven track record in the trading community, we encourage you to apply and join our network of affiliates.

For more information and to apply, connect with ATS Help Desk today. Let’s achieve trading excellence together!

https://affiliates.algotradingsystems.net/

AFT8 update version 20240528 license hotfixes

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AFT v20240528 Hot Fixes for NinjaTrader Automated Trading

  1. Smoother startup and loading process – allows NT8 to start up and AFT8 to load before performing license checks.
  2. Previous versions of AFT8 would display a notice if a trader installed and used it in sim/demo mode without licenses. This has been changed to a notice that will only appear if NT is not a valid user license and there are connections to a live account or an unknown demo/prop evaluation account.
  3. Loading of licenses and verifications allows NT to start and load before checking.
  4. Popup notifications for license issues will only occur once per session of NinjaTrader Desktop after each restart. Components will display license issues if relevant.
  5. AFT Desktop and AWT Desktop are not started if they are not installed. If a user is using them for live trading or sim, there will be no attempt at loading or installation of desktop apps. This is purely left to the trader to follow and read the instructions in the popup or website get started info.
  6. As of this release, Apex Prop Firm support is enabled for free evaluation. Other prop firms require a license, free for users who use the ATS coupon.
  7. TradOvate prop firm support requires a license as there is no way to distinguish between a SIM and a prop firm account.
  8. AFT8 is free for Sim, Replay, BackTest, Historical, and TradOvate Demo accounts to allow a trader to view NinjaTrader Web and NinjaTrader Desktop simultaneously.
  9. AFT8 requires a license for all prop firms’ evaluation and performance, live real cash, or unknown demo accounts.
  10. AFT8 comes with a full live trading 7-day trial out of the box, accessible via downloading the AFT.Desktop app to sync the licenses.

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