Automated Trading
The Skyward Invexa Automated Trading Platform That Works While You Sleep
Big investors stopped clicking "buy" and "sell" by hand years ago. Today, around 85% of share trading volume on the ASX is driven by algorithms, according to ASIC. Skyward Invexa brings that same automation to everyday Australians: you set the rules, the AI does the watching and trading, and you can switch it off with one click.
- Fully automated or semi-automated trading
- Your rules, your limits, every trade
- One-click kill switch
- Start from AU$250
- Equity
- A$0.00
- Margin Used
- A$0.00
- Free Margin
- A$0.00
- Open Positions
- 4
- Working Orders
- 2
What Is an Automated Trading Platform?
An automated trading platform is software that opens, manages and closes trades for you based on set rules. You decide the conditions, such as how much to risk and which markets to trade. The platform then watches the market and places trades automatically when those conditions are met, without you needing to click.
The Pros Already Automate. Now You Can Too.
| Fact | Source |
|---|---|
| FactAround 85% of ASX equities volume is algorithmic | SourceASIC estimate, 2025 |
| FactUp to 94% of SPI 200 futures volume is algorithmic | SourceASIC estimate, 2025 |
| FactGlobal algorithmic trading market to reach US$42.99 billion by 2030 | SourceGrand View Research |
| FactShort-term and retail traders are the fastest-growing segment | SourceGrand View Research |
Automation is no longer just for hedge funds. With AI, everyday traders can now use the same kind of rule-based, always-on approach.
Types of Automated Trading: Compared
Three common approaches, side by side.
| Rule-based bot or EA | Copy trading | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How trades are chosen | Rule-based bot or EAFixed "if-this-then-that" rules | Copy tradingCopies another trader | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa)Machine learning reads live data |
| Adapts to the market? | Rule-based bot or EANo, rules stay the same | Copy tradingDepends on the trader | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa)Yes, it adjusts as conditions change |
| Skill needed | Rule-based bot or EASetup, sometimes coding | Copy tradingPicking the right trader | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa)Low, guided setup |
| Your control | Rule-based bot or EAEdit the code or settings | Copy tradingLimited | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa)Full risk settings and kill switch |
| Main risk | Rule-based bot or EARules stop working | Copy tradingTrader has a bad run | AI automated trading (Skyward Invexa)No AI is right every time |
What Happens During an Automated Trade
Every automated trade moves through the same five stages.
- 01
You Set the Rules
Your markets, your daily limits and the conditions a trade must pass.
- 02
The AI Finds a Setup
It scans prices, trends and news across your chosen markets.
- 03
The Trade Opens
Only if it passes every one of your rules.
- 04
The Trade Is Managed
Stop-loss and take-profit are set at entry.
- 05
The Trade Closes and Is Logged
Every result appears on your dashboard with the reason it was opened.
Your Automation, Your Rules
Automation does not mean giving up control. These are the settings you can adjust at any time:
| Setting | What it controls | Example |
|---|---|---|
| SettingDaily loss limit | What it controlsPauses trading if losses hit a set amount | ExampleStop after AU$50 loss |
| SettingMarkets | What it controlsWhich assets the AI can trade | ExampleGold and AUD/USD only |
| SettingKill switch | What it controlsStops all automated trading instantly | ExampleOne click |
Built-In Safeguards on Every Account
- One-click kill switch: stop all automated trading instantly. ASIC now expects brokers and trading firms to have kill switches on their own algorithms by 2028. On Skyward Invexa, you have one from day one.
- Automatic pause: trading stops when your daily loss limit is reached.
- ASIC rules on leverage and protection: retail leverage is capped, and ASIC requires negative balance protection for retail CFD clients, so losses cannot exceed the money in the account.
- Full trade log: see what the AI did and why, so nothing happens in a black box.
Automated Trading: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Trades 24/7 without you watching
- Removes fear and greed from decisions
- Reacts in seconds
- Follows your rules every time
- Saves hours each week
Cons
- Losses can happen while you are away
- Needs sensible settings to work well
- Sudden news can still cause slippage
- Past results do not guarantee future returns
- Not a "set and forget" money machine
Is Automated Trading Right for You?
It May Suit You
- You have little time to watch markets.
- You find it hard to stick to a trading plan.
- You want to trade overnight sessions while you sleep.
- You are happy to start small and review results weekly.
It May Not Suit You
- You cannot afford to lose the money you deposit.
- You expect fixed or guaranteed returns.
- You never want to check on your account.
5 Automated Trading Mistakes to Avoid
- "Set and forget": check your dashboard at least once a week.
- Too much leverage: start low and increase only with experience.
- No daily limit: always set a loss limit before switching automation on.
- Too many markets at once: start with 1-3 markets you understand.
- Believing guaranteed-profit bots: any automated system promising fixed returns is a red flag. Our review page explains how to spot fakes.
Is Automated Trading Legal in Australia?
Yes. Automated and algorithmic trading is legal in Australia and widely used. Brokers offering CFDs to retail clients must hold an AFSL from ASIC, and ASIC also sets rules for how market firms govern their trading algorithms. Always check who holds your funds and what licence the firm holds.
Risk Disclosure
Automated trading of crypto, forex and CFDs involves high risk and may not suit every investor. Most retail clients lose money trading CFDs. You could lose some or all of your deposit, including while automation runs without your supervision. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Skyward Invexa does not provide financial advice. Please read our Risk Disclosure and Terms before trading.Switch On Automated Trading in 3 Steps
Register free in 2 minutes, fund your account from AU$250, then set your rules, switch on Automated mode and let the AI work.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions this page raises most often, answered without marketing language.
It can be, but profit is never guaranteed. Automation helps you trade with discipline and speed, but results depend on market conditions and your settings.
The best platform for you is one that uses an ASIC-licensed broker, gives you full risk controls and a kill switch, shows clear fees, offers real support and never promises guaranteed profits.
Yes. AU$250 is the minimum deposit on Skyward Invexa. Start small so your balance can handle the normal ups and downs of trading.
They are closely related. Algorithmic trading uses computer rules to place trades. Automated trading is the wider term, and AI trading adds machine learning so the rules can adapt.
Crypto trades around the clock. Forex, gold and indices trade around 24 hours on weekdays, so activity pauses when those markets close.
Yes. Use the kill switch to stop all automated trading at once, or switch to Signal mode to approve each trade yourself.
Switch On Automated Trading in 3 Steps
Register free in 2 minutes, fund your account from AU$250, then set your rules, switch on Automated mode and let the AI work.