VIX is (possibly) in progress of a BT on its Triangle where EMA(13) @ 17.94 comes in. Such BT is also visible on the RSI (indicator).

I have added charted cycles for your convenience and perspective.

The BT for VIX does match a BT for GOLD at the 2,000-ish mark; based on last few days of action.

IMO. DYODD.