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Chainlink CCIP Lands On zkSync Era As Layer-2 Interoperability Race Heats Up
The layer-2 race is not only about speed and low fees anymore. It is also about how easily assets and messages can move between chains.
BitGo Prepares Institutional Bitcoin for Quantum Threats
Quantum computing may still be years away from threatening Bitcoin's cryptography, but BitGo believes institutions should begin preparing now rather than waiting for the risk to become immediate.
Can the FIFA World Cup Boost McDonald's Growth Strategy in 2026?
MCD aims to turn 2026 FIFA World Cup buzz into stronger engagement and traffic by tying event marketing to value, McCafe and menu pushes.
MCD The Market Rejects Bloom Energy Short Attack, but Should You Ignore It, Too?
The market has developed a habit of shrugging off short reports almost as quickly as they appear.
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‘Bottom building in progress': Analysts say bitcoin holder capitulation signals late-stage bear market
Bitcoin long-term holder capitulation hit $280M/day, the highest since Dec 2022, a sign Glassnode says may flag a bottom forming.
Chip Stocks Are Buys on Weakness — A Top Name That Pros Expect Big Things From in the Second Half
The semiconductor scene is going through an intense period of volatility again, but nothing much has changed when it comes to Wall Street analysts who stand by their targets.
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Amtech's AI Packaging Demand Surges: Is More Upside Ahead?
ASYS is seeing AI packaging demand surge as equipment sales, new orders and backlog gains fuel its growth outlook.
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Marsh Raises Dividend: Is Its Capital Return Story Getting Stronger?
MRSH raises its quarterly dividend 10% to 99 cents per share, highlighting strong cash generation and a continued focus on rewarding shareholders.
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7-Eleven Owner Raises Guidance as Gas Earnings Rise at North America Unit
Seven & i Holdings raised its annual guidance after the war-driven surge in gasoline prices boosted earnings at its North American convenience-store business, sending quarterly net profit higher.
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Shiba Inu Veteran Hints at Major Updates Ahead for SHIB Projects
In a recent X conversation, Mazrael, a Shiba Inu community veteran, hinted at major updates ahead for SHIB projects.
3 Beaten-Down Consumer Stocks to Buy in July
Consumer sentiment just hit 44.8 in May 2026, down 5 points from April and firmly in recessionary territory.
MCD 
Why ServiceNow Is My H2 2026 Top Pick
ServiceNow stands out amid the 'SaaSpocalypse,' with strong fundamentals and a compelling valuation reset despite sector-wide negative sentiment. NOW's recurring revenue model, 80%+ gross margins, and 22% YoY revenue growth underscore its resilience and growth trajectory, with RPO at $27.7B (+25% YoY). AI-driven offerings like Now Assist are accelerating growth, with ACV targets raised from $1B to $1.5B and consumption-based pricing offsetting seat-license headwinds.
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REX Drone ETF Sees Inflows as Defense Spending Climbs
According to ETF Database, the REX Drone ETF (DRNZ) fund attracted approximately $11.28 million in inflows during the first week of the month. An additional $4.6 million arrived on July 7, bringing its five-day net inflows to $15.88 million.
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AstraZeneca's Wainua failure hurts credibility more than valuation, Jefferies warns
The damage to AstraZeneca PLC (LSE:AZN, NASDAQ:AZN) from Wainua's trial failure is less about the numbers than about a dent to management's credibility, according to Jefferies. The shares fell 9% and topped the FTSE 100 fallers' list, a move the broker expects to exceed the drug's actual contribution to valuation.
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Kraken Robotics: No Glass Slipper From Anduril
Kraken Robotics' (KRKNF) Covelya Group acquisition creates a full-stack subsea autonomy supplier, expanding global reach, product mix, and reducing reliance on US defense contracts. 2026 revenue guidance is CAD$290–$310 million, with management targeting low-to-mid double digit EPS accretion in 2027 and strong order backlog visibility. KRKNF is currently oversold, though a further retracement likely before a likely rebound as synergies and new contracts materialize. Canada's new $100 billion submarine buildout will help.
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Penguin's AI Customer Pipeline Expands: Can It Drive Future Revenues?
PENG's AI customer pipeline is expanding as enterprise, sovereign AI and neocloud demand drives new wins and stronger revenue visibility.
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Can EMCOR Outgrow Nonresidential Construction Again in 2026?
EME's record backlog, raised 2026 guidance and diverse demand in data centers, healthcare and infrastructure could help it outgrow the market again.
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Ethereum Price Faces Split Outlook as Binance ETH Deposits Surge and Polymarket Bets Diverge
Ethereum (ETH) remains under pressure as investors weigh geopolitical uncertainty, macroeconomic risks, and conflicting market signals. While some traders are buying the recent weakness, others are rushing to exchanges to sell, highlighting the divided sentiment surrounding the second-largest cryptocurrency.
Aave V4 Gas Optimization Push Shows DeFi Is Still Fighting Its Cost Problem
Aave's V4 discussion is a useful reminder that DeFi's next cycle will not be won only by bigger yields or louder token narratives. Cost still matters.
Crypto Whales Accumulate Tether Gold as XAUT Exchange Outflows Surge
Crypto whales are increasing their exposure to tokenized gold despite recent weakness in spot gold prices, with on-chain data showing large withdrawals of Tether Gold (XAUT) from major cryptocurrency exchanges. Blockchain analytics platform Onchain Lens reported that asset manager Abraxas Capital withdrew about 3,931 XAUT, valued at approximately $15.96 million, from Bitfinex, OKX, Bybit, and Binance.
Aave Labs rolls out Stable Vaults for predictable stablecoin yield
Aave's Stable Vaults could attract institutional investors to DeFi, but centralization risks and rate sustainability remain key concerns. Aave Labs rolls out Stable Vaults for predictable stablecoin yield.
Crescent Energy Stock Rises 18% in 6 Months: Time to Buy or Stay?
Shares of Crescent Energy Company CRGY gained 18.1% in the past six months compared with the Zacks Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry's growth of 19.2% and the Zacks Oil-Energy sector's rise of 17.6%.
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A self-driving Waymo just reported its own passengers to police
If you think no one is paying attention inside your driverless taxi, think again. Two California teenagers were detained Monday after a Waymo detected suspicious behavior during their ride and alerted police in San Mateo.
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Bitcoin Eyes $100K as ETF Inflows Return, CPI and Fed Decision Become Key Catalysts
Bitcoin is showing signs of renewed strength after buyers successfully defended a major historical support zone, ending weeks of heavy selling pressure. The market is now focused on upcoming U.S. inflation data and the Federal Reserves next policy meeting, both of which could determine whether BTC rallies toward the $100,000 mark or faces another sharp correction.
Simply Good Foods (SMPL) Tops Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Simply Good Foods (SMPL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.42 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.35 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.51 per share a year ago.
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RS Shares Rise 23% in 6 Months: Here's What's Driving the Upside
Reliance shares surged 23% in six months as record tons sold, strong demand and acquisitions that expanded growth markets helped it outperform industry trends.
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Netflix vs Spotify: Two Streaming Giants, Two Paths, One Clear Winner
Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX | NFLX Price Prediction) and Spotify (NYSE: SPOT) both closed the books on Q1 2026, and the reports tell two very different stories about scaled subscription media.
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Yellow Cake: Great Value And The Company Is Finally Buying Back Its Shares
Yellow Cake offers low-risk, passive uranium exposure, currently trading at a 17–26% discount to NAV, making it attractively valued. Uranium's supply/demand dynamics remain favorable, with ongoing deficits, slow mine restarts, and ambitious global nuclear expansion targets supporting long-term price strength. YLLXF's recent 60-day buyback program enhances per-share uranium exposure, addressing prior concerns over capital allocation and boosting shareholder value.
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Western Digital and Seagate Surge 7%, Micron and SanDisk Climb 6% as Memory Selloff Reverses
Memory and storage stocks are rebounding sharply Thursday morning, reversing a bruising start to the week.
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T-Mobile US: Cheap Relative To Growth
T-Mobile US remains a Buy as fundamentals strengthen despite recent underperformance and earnings multiple compression. TMUS demonstrates superior revenue growth and margins, trading at a forward PEG of 0.94 versus the sector median of 1.17. Significant leverage and high-interest expenses pose valuation risks, but ongoing debt reduction and share buybacks support the bull case.
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