Investa to lead a new era of accessible options trading at The London Investor Show 2025. London - Investa, the UK's first zero-commission options trading app (other fees may apply), will champion education and inclusivity in options trading at The London Investor Show 2025. On Friday, 24th October, Alec Beasley, CEO and co-founder of Investa, will appear on the OpenStage Theatre (11:05am - 11:35am) to present "Speculate, Hedge, and Earn Income with Options." In his session, he'll highlight options trading strategies and explain how Investa is empowering UK investors to participate more confidently in this asset class, one that's hugely popular in the U.S. but has remained underdeveloped in the UK due to many barriers to entry. Drawing on his extensive experience as a former Citi Equity Derivatives Sales Associate, Beasley brings deep market knowledge and insights that will help make options trading more approachable for private investors. Investa will return to the stage at 12:30pm in the Auditorium for The Lunchtime Summit, a panel discussion chaired by James Baxter-Derrington of The Telegraph. Beasley will join Holly Mead, freelance journalist and former Deputy Money Editor of The Times, and Clem Chambers, a contributing market commentator for Solomon Global, to explore "What Would a £74 Billion Cash Injection Do to UK Markets?" and will provide a unique perspective on market dynamics and the potential impact on private investors. The Investa app is designed for on-the-go traders seeking a level playing field and access to the same opportunities professionals have enjoyed for years. It provides an intuitive interface and removes jargon, complex options chains, and commissions. The Early Access Launch of its second fundraise on Crowdcube went live on Monday, 20th October. Visit the Investa page on Crowdcube[1] for more information. "Our aim with Investa is to give UK investors a clearer and more accessible way to trade options," said Alec Beasley, CEO of Investa. "We've designed the platform to remove the friction points and hidden costs, so that investors can navigate the market more confidently. Investa's goal is to make the trading experience as straightforward as buying shares. The London Investor Show is the perfect platform to showcase this approach and introduce UK investors to a simpler way of engaging with options trading." "Private investors come to The London Investor Show for specialist insights and new opportunities. With Investa, they're getting both. The team's Citi background and fintech expertise give them a deep understanding of what UK investors want and the ability to finally make options trading here as accessible as it is in the U.S.," said Lisa Campbell, founder of Investor Conferences (UK) Ltd. Join Investa at the London Investor Show 2025 The London Investor Show is taking place on Friday, 24th October 2025 at Novotel London West. Don't miss the chance to gain valuable insights and network with peers and industry leaders. Get complimentary tickets using the Investa code. For more information about Investa, visit the website at: https://www.investa.co.uk/ About Investa Investa has built the UK's first zero-commission options trading app for on-the-go traders. Founded by ex-Citi options brokers who understand the challenges faced by non-US investors and developed by the co-founder of Freetrade (Ian Fuller), Investa aims to level the playing field for private investors by providing an accessible way to trade both stocks and options. What makes Investa different from other trading apps? The platform has been designed specifically with options traders in mind and removes the jargon, complex options chains, and commissions to deliver an intuitive and straightforward trading experience. Unlike traditional platforms, Investa focuses on clarity and accessibility: * Zero commission (other fees apply) * Cash accounts only, with no margin * Jargon-free terminology and simplified "options cards" that aim to strip away complexity * An intuitive interface that has been designed for the on-the-go trader Investa is a trading name of Investa Markets Ltd, which is an appointed representative of Richdale Brokers & Financial Services Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 1008437). In this capacity, it is permitted to perform the reception and transmission of orders. Investa does not provide investment advice. Individuals should seek advice from a suitably licensed and independent professional advisor.
 Visit the website for more information: https://www.investa.co.uk/ Download the app here. Disclaimer: Capital at risk. All investments carry a varying degree of risk and it's important you understand the nature of these. The value of your investments can go up or down and you may get back less than your original investment. Options are complex products and not suitable for all investors. Please review Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options prior to engaging in options trading. Fees may apply. About the London Investor Show The London Investor Show was launched in 2010 with the sole aim of providing independent investment training and education to private investors and traders in the UK. Alongside Media Partners, MoneyWeek, the London Investor Show delivers this information through a one-day, live event and exhibition - with workshops, seminars, panel sessions, live debates, company presentations and interviews. The London Investor Show, and sister event, the London Trader Show, take place on the same day in the same venue - delegates with a ticket to one event can visit all events. Friday, 24th October at Novotel London West, W6 8DR. Doors open at 9.30 am and close at 5.00 pm. For more information, please visit: www.londoninvestorshow.com For further press information, please contact: Francesca De Franco on 0794 125 3135 or email: [email protected] [1] Crowdcube disclaimer: Don't invest unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 mins to learn more: https://www.crowdcube.com/explore/risk-warning

Investa launches second Crowdcube raise following record-breaking 2024 campaign. Investa launches second Crowdcube raise following record-breaking 2024 campaign - UK fintech invites investors to join next growth phase as it enhances accessibility and streamlines options trading experience -. London - Investa, the UK's first zero-commission options trading app (other fees may apply), will open early access to its second Crowdcube fundraise on Monday, 20th October. The company's previous Crowdcube campaign in 2024 was overfunded by 220% and attracted almost 500 investors, making it the most participated-in UK fintech raise on the European equity crowdfunding platform that year. Investa hit its funding target within four hours and closed the round six days early. Investa now aims to raise at least £1 million in this second round as it continues to make options trading more transparent, accessible, and easier to navigate for retail UK investors. Funds raised during this second round will enable Investa to: * Launch the app for Android * Scale customer acquisition * Develop additional trading infrastructure * Build the most intuitive options trading app on the UK market * Empower more investors to help shape access to options trading * Strengthen operations to support growing demand following the successful iOS launch The Early Access Launch goes live on Monday, 20th October. This gives both new and existing investors the opportunity to register their interest and indicate how much they'd like to invest in one of the UK's most exciting fintech startups. Those who register for the early access can participate in the Private Live round on Monday, 27th October and Tuesday, 28th October, giving them priority to invest ahead of the Public Live phase on Wednesday, 29th October, which is open to everyone. Since its first fundraising round, Investa has rolled out its iOS app, which surpassed 1,000 downloads on its first day, has facilitated over 2,000 stock and options trades to date, and has opened access to more than 100,000 tradable options contracts. The company has also introduced Open Banking integration, which makes adding funds to an account much easier for users. Investa was also recently named a finalist in the Wealth category at the FF Awards. "The support we received from the Crowdcube community last year was phenomenal," said Alec Beasley, Co-Founder and CEO of Investa. "It not only validated our mission to make options trading accessible to UK retail investors, but also highlighted that on-the-go traders want a level playing field; they want access to the same opportunities professionals have enjoyed for years. We're delivering that access through an intuitive, zero-commission mobile app. With this next crowdfunding campaign, we're building on our momentum and aim to create the best options trading app in the market." "Investa's 2024 fundraise was really well supported," said Matt Cooper, Co-CEO of Crowdcube. "The team's commitment to opening up options trading to private individuals and retail investors in the UK clearly resonated. It's always exciting for us to support companies that are focused on financial inclusion and opening up new pathways for retail investors to participate in different asset classes." NOTES TO EDITORS About Investa Investa has built the UK's first zero-commission options trading app for on-the-go traders. Founded by ex-Citi options brokers who understand the challenges faced by non-US investors and developed by the co-founder of Freetrade (Ian Fuller), Investa aims to level the playing field for private investors by providing an accessible way to trade both stocks and options. What makes Investa different from other trading apps? The platform has been designed specifically with options traders in mind and removes the jargon, complex options chains, and commissions to deliver an intuitive and straightforward trading experience. Unlike traditional platforms, Investa focuses on clarity and accessibility: * Zero commission (other fees apply) * Cash accounts only, with no margin * Jargon-free terminology and simplified "options cards" that aim to strip away complexity * An intuitive interface that has been designed for the on-the-go trader Investa is a trading name of Investa Markets Ltd, which is an appointed representative of Richdale Brokers & Financial Services Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 1008437). In this capacity, it is permitted to perform the reception and transmission of orders. Investa does not provide investment advice. Individuals should seek advice from a suitably licensed and independent professional advisor. Visit the website for more information: https://www.investa.co.uk/ Download the app here. Disclaimer: Capital at risk. All investments carry a varying degree of risk and it's important you understand the nature of these. The value of your investments can go up or down and you may get back less than your original investment. Options are complex products and not suitable for all investors. Please review Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options prior to engaging in options trading. Fees may apply.

Investa launches a UK zero-commission options trading app.