Trading Redefined: Data Expert and NYSE Vet Launch IKIGAI Algo 7.0

DALLAS, TX – December 29, 2025 – A unique collaboration between a former New York Stock Exchange floor trader and a data science expert has culminated in the launch of IKIGAI Algo™ 7.0, a new educational system designed to overhaul how busy professionals approach the fast-paced world of day trading.

A Partnership Forged in the Markets

The system is the brainchild of Qamar "Q" Zaman, a digital data expert, and his mentor, a veteran position trader known as Gary "G." Their partnership began when Zaman, with zero prior trading experience, sought out Gary's mentorship. Faced with the complexities of traditional chart analysis, Zaman recognized two fundamental challenges for aspiring traders: the need for constant mentorship and the critical importance of eliminating emotional decision-making.

Drawing on over two decades of experience in decoding complex data systems, including Google's search algorithms, Zaman set out to build a framework that would turn the art of trading into a science. He began with a simple principle taught by his mentor, which he codified into a system called "No Structure, No Trade." This foundational rule evolved as Zaman tested over 200 different modalities, relentlessly using data to find a repeatable edge. The result of this exhaustive process is IKIGAI Algo™.

"If I can crack Google to rank a website on the first page—which I have done for over 1,000 successful projects—I can break down candles and price action using leading rules," Zaman stated. "The result: IKIGAI Algo."

Decoding the Story Behind the Price

IKIGAI Algo™ 7.0 is not another trading indicator for sale; it is a comprehensive educational course offered through the IKIGAI Academy. The program aims to teach traders a systematic method for reading market flow, specifically focusing on SPY, SPX, and QQQ zero-DTE (zero days to expiration) options, as well as ES/NQ futures.

The latest 7.0 update introduces enhanced volume analysis tools that promise to reveal the hidden narrative within each price candle. This goes beyond simply observing red or green price movements. According to Gary "G," the system teaches traders to see a complete story.

"Most traders look at candles and see red or green. My students look at the same candle and see a complete story," explained the former NYSE floor trader. "They can see WHO showed up—was it climax volume or quiet accumulation? They can see WHO WON—did buyers absorb the selling or did sellers overpower the buyers? And they can see WHERE this happened—at a key level or in no-man's land. That's the difference between guessing and reading the market."

This deep dive into volume and price action is at the core of the IKIGAI methodology, empowering traders to make decisions based on a clearer understanding of the battle between buyers and sellers.

Trading for the Busy Professional

A central tenet of the IKIGAI philosophy is that successful trading does not require being chained to a screen all day. The academy is specifically designed for busy professionals, teaching them how to identify and execute high-probability trades within a focused 60- to 90-minute window each day. This time-efficient approach makes the pursuit of trading more accessible to individuals with demanding careers and schedules.

The curriculum is delivered through a combination of lectures, practical labs, and learning in real market conditions, ensuring that students can translate theory into practice. The program emphasizes discipline, risk management, and the ability to wait for data to present the optimal entry and exit points, thereby removing the guesswork and emotional stress that plague many retail traders.

Proven Traction and High Demand

After nine months of rigorous back-testing with live market data, the IKIGAI Academy has already demonstrated significant early traction. The program has successfully graduated its first two cohorts of ten students each in December, with all participants passing a final certification exam.

The demand for this data-driven approach appears to be strong, as the next two upcoming batches are already sold out. Interested individuals are being directed to a waitlist for future enrollment opportunities or can get an introduction to the concepts via the IKIGAI Masterclass available on the Coffee With Q website.

IKIGAI Academy, founded by Zaman, represents a shift in trading education, moving away from abstract concepts and toward a structured, repeatable process. While the program teaches a specific methodology, the founders are clear that they are not providing investment advice or calling trades. The official disclaimer notes that trading involves substantial risk, is not suitable for all investors, and the program is for educational purposes only. The goal, as stated by the company, is to teach students how to think for themselves and develop a sustainable, disciplined approach to navigating the markets.