The platform has managed to capture a lot of the younger generation's attention.Investing platform Robinhood (HOOD 1.07%) surged in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, as people turned to investing with the "extra" cash they had due to stimulus checks while not spending it on other discretionary activities.It hasn't all been smooth sailing for Robinhood since its July 2021 initial public offering (IPO), but the stock has flourished over the past 12 months, up over 417% (as of Sept. 15). Despite this re ...