Learn how to make $28K in 60m using UHF Trading

ULTRA HIGH FREQUENCY TRADING

Learn how to use ITG Quantum AI v.401 for scalping and UHF trading

Welcome to this section of our educational series, where we explore the application of ITG Quantum AI Version 4 in trading the highly volatile markets of NASDAQ and S&P 500 futures. These markets often present unique challenges due to their rapid price movements, unpredictable swings, and frequent shifts in momentum. Traditional charting methods and standard time-based bars often fall short in capturing the true nature of these price dynamics. That’s why, in this segment, we focus on the use of non-standard Range Bars—a powerful tool that filters out market noise and provides a clearer view of actual price behavior.

ITG Quantum AI Version 4 was specifically enhanced to handle fast-paced market conditions with greater sensitivity and precision. By integrating non-standard Range Bars, this version of the algorithm is able to identify high-probability setups that may be hidden within the chaos of high volatility. Unlike conventional indicators that lag behind, Range Bars allow our AI to respond directly to price action, enabling more adaptive and timely trade execution. The result is a system that not only survives in volatile environments but is optimized to take advantage of them.

Throughout this section, we will walk through specific trade examples where ITG Quantum AI V4 was applied to both NQ (NASDAQ) and ES (S&P 500) contracts using custom-configured Range Bars. These real-case scenarios demonstrate how our algorithm evaluates momentum shifts, breakouts, and retracements with remarkable consistency and discipline. You’ll see how the system manages entries and exits, how it adjusts to market speed, and how it aligns with our broader Compound Risk Reinvestment Strategy (CRRS) to preserve capital while seeking consistent returns.

By showcasing this advanced setup, we aim to provide insight into the flexibility and adaptability of our technology when facing some of the most demanding market conditions. Whether you’re managing your own trading account or exploring managed solutions through ITG Capital Management LLC, this section will give you a deeper understanding of how automation, market structure awareness, and custom charting methods come together to create a robust trading edge in today’s volatile futures markets.

ITG Quantum AI is a powerful and sophisticated tool that can provide traders with a significant edge in pursuing their trading goals. However, algorithmic futures trading is not suitable for everyone. We strongly recommend thoroughly testing all strategies in a simulated environment before committing real capital. Please consult with a licensed financial advisor to ensure this approach aligns with your individual risk tolerance and financial objectives.

— Val Baur, CEO & Founder, ITG Capital Management

In this video, we demonstrate how the fourth version of ITG Quantum AI, equipped with a progressive scaling model, can be applied to Ultra High Frequency Trading (UHFT). The progressive scaling feature enables the algorithm to dynamically add varying numbers of contracts at different price levels, allowing it to remain closely aligned with the current market price. When combined with non-linear charting, specifically Range Bars set to just 4 ticks, this approach provides the AI with numerous opportunities to enter and exit trades during periods of market indecision and consolidation. As many experienced traders know, markets spend the majority of their time trading within tight ranges—only occasionally breaking out into strong directional moves. This setup is designed to capitalize on that reality by extracting maximum profit during these common, sideways trading conditions.

For this test, we focused on a one-hour window—from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM—a time when major market moves had already played out, and the S&P 500 was in a decision phase, oscillating between continuation and retracement. Despite the short timeframe, ITG Quantum AI V.4 executed over 102 trades, averaging nearly two trades per minute, while targeting just 4 ticks of profit per position. Impressively, it generated more than $28,000 in net profit without ever reaching the maximum limit of 44 open positions. This test highlights the efficiency and speed of our algorithm under high-frequency trading conditions, offering a compelling look at how ITG Quantum AI can thrive in fast-moving, range-bound markets. The specific settings used for this test are as follows:

Trade Direction: Long and Short
Entry Order Type: Market
Entry Time: End of Bar
Session Profit Target: $40,000 ($4000 for e-micro)
Session Risk Limit: $20,000 ($2000 for e-micro)
Additional Buffer: progressive
Profit Target per Trade: 4 ticks
Trading Bloc -start with 1 contract
Maximum Open Positions: 44
SuperTrend Consistency: Yes, required for entry
To filter entry signals more precisely, set ITG Signal Strength to 30-50-70
The SuperTrend Indicator is set to a 2.00 multiplier and 7 periods.

All other settings can remain at default. For this test, we’ll run the algorithm from noon Eastern Time through 1:00 PM on February 3, 2025.

Let’s see how ITG Quantum AI performs under these optimized conditions.

NFA Required Risk Disclosure

The trading results shown are hypothetical and presented for educational purposes only to demonstrate one possible application of the ITG Quantum AI software. These results are not typical, and there is no guarantee that any trading account will achieve similar profits or losses.

Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider whether such trading is appropriate for you in light of your financial condition, objectives, and level of experience.

Past performance, whether actual or hypothetical, is not necessarily indicative of future results. All examples are for illustrative purposes only.

ITG Quantum AI is a tool and not a promise of performance. Use of the software should always be combined with sound risk management and awareness of market volatility.

how it worksDiscover multiple strategy setups designed to unlock the full potential of ITG Quantum AI v.203.

Scalping

Suitable for range and second bar. Can be used during any trading session, Short profits and large number of open positions.

Swing Trading

This could be done using 1m-5m-10m charts. Suitable for classical 1-2 lots trading with Stop Loss or with scalable positions options.

US Trading Session

This sessions usually last from 7am-2pm. Could be set up with breaks for news release and NYSE opening to avoid volatility.

30 Minutes Trading

You'll trade only 30 minutes a day during the most volatile market , during the opening of NYSE using range bars.

Time trading

This is position trading with 1-2 contracts and very large profit targets. Trades initiated at the same time every day.

30 Minutes Auto Trading

Very reliable set up using 30M bars. Start with the opening of trading session and closed 30 minutes before the closing.

This is just a small glimpse of what’s possible with ITG Quantum AI v.203. Because all key components of the algorithm can be customized to match a trader’s risk tolerance, account size, and trading objectives, the number of potential strategies is virtually limitless trading goals, there is virtually limitless number of trading strategies it could be used with.