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FridayJul 19, 2024 9:00 am

Rivian’s Deal with VW Could Mask Underlying EV Market Issues

Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) entered into a deal with Volkswagen (VW), a move that has sparked a lot of chatter in the electric vehicle market. The $5 billion deal, after an initial $1 billion investment, aims to codevelop software platforms for both companies' electric vehicles, providing Rivian with much-needed financial support and leveraging VW's extensive manufacturing capabilities and global reach. On the other hand, VW, one of the largest automotive giants, will receive access to cutting-edge software expertise. In an interview with CNBC, Cyrus Mewawalla, head of thematic intelligence at GlobalData, shared that Volkswagen has fallen behind in two…

ThursdayJul 18, 2024 9:00 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) Reveals Findings of Hyperion Research Quantum Optimization ROI Study and Announces Nomination for Technology Impact Awards

Majority of surveyed businesses actively engaged in quantum computing anticipate significant returns on investment (“ROI”) from their quantum optimization efforts Survey also highlights a significant increase in quantum adoption, with 21% of respondents either currently employing or planning to integrate quantum technology into production within the next 12 to 18 months D-Wave has been named a finalist in the GameChanger Ambition category of the upcoming Technology Impact Awards (“TIAs”) by the BC Tech Association D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, and the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, recently announced the findings…

WednesdayJul 17, 2024 9:00 am

Lucid’s Q2 Sales Set New Record, But Company Still Risks Going Under

Lucid Motors (NASDAQ: LCID), a U.S.-based automotive and technology company, has reached an important milestone in the electric-vehicle (EV) industry. The company delivered a record 2,394 Air sedans in the second quarter of 2024, a 22% increase from the first quarter, setting a significant benchmark. The surge in vehicle sales is attributed to two things: First, the company's strategic decision to reduce the prices of its models earlier this year, with the base model Lucid Air now starting at $69,900, down from around $100,000 at launch. Second, the Lucid Air Sapphire, the company's flagship model, has garnered widespread acclaim for…

MondayJul 15, 2024 9:00 am

Coinbase Staff Imposter Accesses User’s Wallet, Steals $1.7M

Imagine the shock of waking up and realizing $1.7 million has vanished from your crypto account. Well, this is what happened to a Coinbase user this past week. According to reports, scammers posing as Coinbase staff accessed the user's wallet and made away with the funds. But how did this happen? This is a question that has bothered people worldwide. Edge & Node cofounder Tegan Kline, a friend of the user who was scammed, reported that a scammer claiming to be from Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) tricked the victim into revealing their seed phrase. Immediately after the call, they…

FridayJul 12, 2024 9:00 am

Alibaba Cloud Touts Huge Response to AI Offerings

The scene at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai this past week was phenomenal. Alibaba Cloud, which has been making waves in the tech industry with its cutting-edge artificial intelligence (“AI”) offerings, announced jaw-dropping statistics about those offerings. The leading cloud-computing company has attracted much attention and praise for its innovative AI options. This reaction is far from insignificant; it highlights the transformative power of AI and Alibaba Cloud's crucial role in this field. With the rapidly growing demand for AI solutions across various industries worldwide, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE: BABA) is taking significant steps with its…

WednesdayJul 10, 2024 9:00 am

Nikola Stock Rises 8%, Analysts Modify Company Rating

Last week was a fantastic week for Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA), with its stock rising by 8 % on Wednesday. The electric truck maker is experiencing this significant rise after a series of analyst ratings and modified price targets, indicating that analysts are taking a fresh look at the company. Nikola, whose mission is focused on a zero-emissions world, had its stock climb to as high as $8.97, up from its previous close of $8.04 before finally settling at $8.68. This rise in stock value occurred in the wake of several key progressions within the company. One of these developments…

MondayJul 08, 2024 9:00 am

Riot Platforms Withdraws Interest in Taking Over Bitfarms

In a surprising turn of events, Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT), a digital mining and digital infrastructure company, has withdrawn its proposed takeover offer of $950 million for rival Bitfarms. Apparently, this move wasn’t completely out of the blue. It came just after the rival cryptocurrency mining company rejected Riot's offer without any dialogue and adopted defensive measures against the unwanted acquisition. This defensive tactic is aimed at making it extremely difficult for Riot Platforms to acquire Bitfarms completely by diluting the value of its shares. Riot Platforms had to step down from the takeover, but not entirely. This major…

MondayJul 08, 2024 9:00 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) Announces Partnership Extension and Launch of New Hybrid Quantum Solver

D-Wave announced an extension of its partnership with Aramco to address geophysical optimization challenges using D-Wave’s quantum technology Over the past two years, the Aramco Research Center has utilized D-Wave’s cutting-edge quantum technologies to solve intricate optimization problems related to seismic imaging D-Wave announced the launch of a new hybrid quantum solver for nonlinear programs, designed to tackle increasingly complex real-world problems at its Qubits 2024 user conference D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has announced an extension of its partnership with Aramco, a global leader in energy and chemicals, to address geophysical…

FridayJul 05, 2024 9:00 am

Could NIO Inc Shares Be Poised for Major Climb?

The electric vehicle (EV) market is facing an upward trajectory after a rough patch, suggesting renewed confidence and optimism, which is particularly beneficial for investors in the industry. Global sales of electric vehicles have hit 14 million, raising the total number of these vehicles on the road to 40 million. One of the companies reaping rewards is Rivian. The company has witnessed a recent surge fueled by a massive $5 billion investment from Volkswagen. Following this example, NIO stock price jumped by 8.07% in the week that has just ended. The recent surge in stock price has helped NIO Inc.…

WednesdayJul 03, 2024 9:00 am

Investors in Tesla Brace for Significant Stock Price Movement as Notable Catalysts Loom

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) remains at the front of the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) industry, consistently pushing the limits and attracting significant investor interest. However, as the company faces a series of catalysts over the coming weeks while preparing to report second-quarter delivery results, investors are gearing up for a major stock price volatility. This could substantially impact the company's valuation and position in the market. Recent reports by Citigroup show that Tesla investors are preparing for a potential move of around 15% in either director for the company's stock price through mid-August. However, key investors and strategists are…

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