Robinhood

Donated $2M to Trump inauguration. Being considered to manage "Trump Accounts" program awarding $1,000 to children born 2025-2028.

Laid off 7% of staff (150 employees) in June 2024 while ending crypto support for Cardano, Solana, Polygon. Nearly 30% workforce cut 2022-2023.

Laid off 31% of workforce (780+) in August 2022. Additional 23% (7%) in 2023. Vlad Tenev blamed market conditions.

GameStop trading halt controversy. Congressional hearings. SEC fine. Gamification of trading harms retail investors. PFOF criticized.

Robinhood GameStop controversy. Congressional testimony. Populist trading platform with elite backing.