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The Fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of the Indxx Artificial Intelligence & Big Data Index (Underlying Index). The Underlying Index is designed to track the performance of companies involved in the development and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data. The Fund's 80% investment policy is non-fundamental and requires 60 days prior written notice to shareholders before it can be changed. The Fund may lend securities representing up to one-third of the value of the Funds total assets (including the value of the collateral received). The fund is non-diversified.

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When Chinese AI startup DeepSeek <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/05/45662927/chinas-deepseek-quietly-drops-r1-ai-update-that-nearly-matches-openai-o4-mini-and-beats-elon-musks-grok-3-mini">unveiled its latest model, R1-0528</a>, last week, it raised eyebrows in tech circles. With performance metrics that rival, and in some areas surpass, OpenAI's GPT-4o and Google's Gemini, DeepSeek isn't just playing catch-up, it's reshaping the AI leaderboard.
And for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETF investors</a>, this could be a turning point.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why ETF Investors Should Pay Attention</h2>
AI has been thematic investing&#8217;s golden goose for years. From cloud giants to chipmakers, ETFs that track the sector have mostly been about a rote list of U.S. tech giants. But <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/deepseek">DeepSeek&#8217;s open-source disruption</a>, and what it implies about intellectual property, speed of innovation, and geopolitics, means it&#8217;s time to take a wider view.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Might U.S.-Heavy AI ETFs Be Losing Their Edge?</h3>
ETFs such as the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) and ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROBO#NYSE">ROBO</a>) are rooted in past AI winners such as Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), and Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>). However, if open-source substitutes such as DeepSeek take hold, particularly in enterprise and developer ecosystems outside China, these ETFs might have their core holdings challenged by competition.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunity In Chinese Tech Exposure</h3>
Assets such as the KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KWEB#NYSE">KWEB</a>) or the WisdomTree China ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CXSE#NASDAQ">CXSE</a>) might stealthily gain from a rising tide within China&#8217;s AI environment. DeepSeek is not yet public, but its pace might improve sentiment toward Chinese innovation, especially if U.S. regulatory headwinds frustrate Western AI titans.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">DeepSeek: The New Star Or An Outlaw Operator?</h2>
R1-0528 is not only intelligent, it&#8217;s amazingly effective. The model scored an 87.5% on the AIME 2025 benchmark, made significant jumps in coding exams such as LiveCodeBench, and even doubled the performance on the eerily titled &#8220;Humanity&#8217;s Last Exam,&#8221; according to a report by Tom&#8217;s Guide.
Unlike OpenAI or Google, DeepSeek is staying open-source. Developers can alter and release the model as they please under the MIT License, a move that might spur adoption, particularly in markets that are hesitant to use U.S.-based platforms.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A More Open, Multipolar AI Future?</h2>
Through faster development cycles, open-source licensing, and resource-light training, startups in nations like China are illustrating that innovation doesn&#8217;t necessarily have to be anchored to trillion-dollar market caps.
For investors in ETFs, this could mean adjusting their mindset; moving from pursuing the typical Big Tech suspects to following nascent trends in open-source AI, infrastructure agility, and geopolitical trends.
As AI becomes a multipolar battlefield, it&#8217;s not merely a question of who creates the cleverest bot, it&#8217;s about who owns the tools, the techniques, and the narrative of the market. DeepSeek might not be listed on Nasdaq (yet), but its influence could soon be seen across portfolios.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bottom Line</h2>
The AI horse race is becoming wilder, weirder, and more distributed. Clever ETF plays will track not only the money, but the momentum. And currently, some of that momentum is originating in a Chinese laboratory that just may be preparing the future, one borrowed benchmark at a time.
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AI Arms Race: Could ETFs Catch The Next DeepSeek Wave Before It Goes Mainstream

Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAM#NYSE">BAM</a>) announced on Wednesday a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45766460/brookfield-to-advance-ai-infrastructure-in-sweden-through-sek-95-billion-investment" rel="noreferrer noopener">commitment of up to SEK 95 billion (roughly $10 billion)</a> to build artificial intelligence infrastructure in Sweden, representing one of its largest AI investments in Europe to date.
Brookfield plans to anchor the funding around a new AI-focused data center campus in Strängnäs, a project intended to strengthen Sweden&#8217;s national AI capabilities and digital resilience.
Brookfield has secured rights to about 350,000 square meters of land to more than double the site&#8217;s energy capacity from 300MW to 750MW. The project is expected to generate over 3,000 jobs, including 1,000 permanent positions and 2,000 for the construction phase.
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&#8220;This marks another important step for boosting sovereign compute capabilities for both public services and private enterprises in Europe,&#8221; said Sikander Rashid, Head of Europe at Brookfield.
The investment targets critical infrastructure beyond data centers, including energy generation and chip storage, all seen as foundational for deploying AI technologies at scale.
Brookfield has invested more than €100 billion globally in digital infrastructure, renewables, and semiconductors. Earlier this year, the firm pledged €20 billion to France, with half going toward a major AI factory project. The firm has been active in Sweden since 2018, with holdings across telecom, clean energy, logistics, and public assets.
Brookfield Asset Management reported strong <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45216531/brookfield-asset-management-announces-record-first-quarter-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter 2025</a> results, with fee-related earnings up 26% year-over-year to $698 million, driven by robust fundraising and real estate inflows. The firm raised $25 billion in Q1, deployed $16 billion across asset classes, and closed $6 billion for its real estate flagship, now at $16 billion.
Related ETFs: Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>), iShares Expanded Tech Sector ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IGM#NYSE">IGM</a>).
Price Action: BAM shares are trading higher by 0.23% to $56.57 at last check Wednesday.
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Brookfield Bets Big On European AI With $10 Billion Investment

As Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) gets set to report earnings on Wednesday, ETF investors are looking for more than just numbers, they are looking for big, bold, silicon-fueled signs. And nothing shouts &#8220;next catalyst&#8221; louder than Oracle Corp&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NASDAQ">ORCL</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45599854/oracle-to-spend-40-billion-on-nvidia-gb200-chips-for-openais-texas-data-center-report">$40 billion chip binge for its Texas-based OpenAI data center</a>.
The acquisition? Nvidia&#8217;s compute-dense Blackwell GPUs, which are aimed at powering the next wave of generative AI. The risk? Potentially huge for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">chip-loaded ETFs</a>.
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More Than Just Hype
Oracle&#8217;s giant order isn&#8217;t a shiny headline moment; it&#8217;s a warning sign that hyperscalers are going all-in on AI infrastructure, and Nvidia remains the only true arms dealer in this emerging digital arms race.
The acquisition may:
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<li>Solidify Nvidia&#8217;s status as the default provider of enterprise AI.</li>
<li>Encourage similar purchases by cloud competitors Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>).</li>
<li>Cause a new rotation of capital into <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">semiconductor and AI ETFs</a>.</li>
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ETF Exposure: Who&#8217;s Most At Risk, Or Reward?
Oracle&#8217;s $40 billion play set a fire under Nvidia, and these ETFs are leading the charge for the resulting heat:
VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>): Nvidia is its flagship, accounting for a ~21% weighting. A post-earnings rally ignited by the Oracle deal has the potential to rocket SMH into the stratosphere.
iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>): More diversified than SMH, yet Nvidia-dominant (~8–10%). Good upside if Nvidia&#8217;s earnings show the Oracle contract to its full extent.
Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>): Not technically semiconductors, but strongly AI-focused. The Oracle-Nvidia-OpenAI triangle is right in its thematic sweet spot.
Roundhill Generative AI &amp; Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHAT#NYSE">CHAT</a>): One of the more recent entrants to the market, purely dedicated to generative AI. Nvidia&#8217;s leadership in model training infrastructure makes CHAT happy, as the chip giant holds the top position in this fund&#8217;s portfolio.
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ETF Traders Are Watching Nvidia&#8217;s Guidance Like Hawks
The deal alone might not appear in full in Q1 figures, but traders are focused on Q2 and full-year guidance. If Nvidia is guiding for high revenue growth correlated to enterprise AI demand, it would provoke:
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<li>A turn back into semiconductors, particularly following recent margin concerns.</li>
<li>Thematic ETF flows, as fund managers pursue AI stories with worldwide tailwinds.</li>
<li>Risk repricing, with the Middle East, Oracle, and cloud providers now positioned as Nvidia&#8217;s growth drivers, instead of China.</li>
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The Catalyst May Already Be Here
For ETF observers, Nvidia&#8217;s report may be less about the last quarter and more about the Blackwell-driven future. The Oracle deal is huge, but if it is just the beginning, ETF traders may be onto a sector re-rating.
Because when a single tech giant spends $40 billion on chips, the ripple effect does not end at one stock, it resonates across an entire ecosystem of ETFs.
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Nvidia's $40 Billion Oracle Win May Trigger A Chip-ETF Rally

As Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) prepares to report earnings on Wednesday, investors are not simply waiting for numbers; they&#8217;re listening for a seismic shift in chip geopolitics. With China sales squeezed by a regulatory vise and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45602111/600b-ai-opportunity-nvidias-18000-chip-deal-with-saudi-arabias-humain-puts-middle-east-front-of-the-line-says-wedbushs-dan-ives">Middle East stepping up as an unlikely new purchaser of AI brawn</a>, the question hangs: Will Nvidia&#8217;s transformation remake the semiconductor map and the ETFs that follow it?
Welcome to the era of ETF-lation, where macro headwinds and AI ambitions cross paths to challenge the durability of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">chip-laden ETFs</a>.
From Sanctions To Sand Dunes: Nvidia&#8217;s AI Detour
Following a $5.5 billion blow from U.S. export curbs on its H20 chips to China, Nvidia is making lemonade from silicon. Recent transactions in the Middle East, such as the sale of 18,000 Blackwell chips to Saudi Arabia&#8217;s Humain and a multi-country collaboration with the UAE to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45602697/abu-dhabi-backed-g42-and-igenius-team-up-to-build-europes-most-powerful-ai-supercomputer-using-nvidia-chips-in-italy">establish an AI campus</a>, are turning out to be the company&#8217;s new money-making frontier.
These transactions won&#8217;t entirely recoup the estimated $15 billion in FY26 lost sales associated with the ban, but they provide a compelling second-quarter narrative, particularly as President Trump&#8217;s latest Middle Eastern dealstorm puts U.S. tech back on regional center stage.
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ETF Exposure: Who Has the Most Skin In The Chip Game?
For investors in ETFs, Nvidia&#8217;s shift has ripple effects. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">Semiconductors are notoriously cyclical</a>, but AI is a different game. Here&#8217;s how the most chip-dense funds:
VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>): Nvidia carries the heaviest weight (~21%), so this fund is the most sensitive to tomorrow&#8217;s earnings pyrotechnics whether good or bad.
iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>): As a leading holding (around 8-10%), Nvidia puts SOXX on more diversified exposure of old-line chipmakers such as Intel (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) and Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>).
Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>): Less silicon than AI, but still bouncing off the coattails of Nvidia. Middle East alliances would add fuel to AIQ&#8217;s thematic growth story.
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How A Strong Q2 Outlook Could Rewire Chip ETFs
The newly signed Saudi Arabian deals, especially the sale of 18,000 Blackwell chips to Humain, may provide a strong upside shock to Nvidia&#8217;s second-quarter outlook. If Nvidia&#8217;s management hints that these Middle Eastern deals are driving good revenue growth, it will do more than just support the stock price.
SMH and SOXX might experience a new wave of investor capital as excitement over Nvidia&#8217;s refreshed growth pipeline revives semiconductor exposure confidence. A robust Q2 outlook might lead portfolio managers to add weighting to Nvidia or position more aggressively in chipmakers with exposure to increasing AI infrastructure in the Gulf.
AI-themed ETFs such as AIQ and ROBO Global Robotics and Automation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROBO#NYSE">ROBO</a>) may catch the narrative wave and receive flows from investors looking to support the &#8216;new AI frontier&#8217; beyond China. This would broaden their theme appeal among global AI growth hunters.
A surprise positive would also mute fears over the $5.5 billion write-off and margin squeeze, cooling the downside pressures that have weighed on chip ETFs in the last few weeks.
Risk, Meet Rotation
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45612246/nvidia-to-be-hit-by-china-chip-export-curbs-or-deliver-q2-guidance-surprise-after-middle-east-dealmaking-heres-what-charts-show-ahead-of-q1-results">Bank of America cautioned a gross margin decline</a>, from 71% to 58%, as a result of the $5.5 billion inventory write-down. Pro forma EPS could miss consensus by up to 16%, declining to $0.74. Nonetheless, the company has a &#8220;Buy&#8221; rating with a $160 price target, depending on long-term AI tailwinds.
This presents a strategic dilemma to ETF investors: double down on semiconductors or swing into more diversified technology and AI funds?
Consider these two strategic plays:
Hold the line on concentrated exposure (SMH/SOXX) if you&#8217;re confident in Middle East-led growth.
Swing into AI-themed ETFs like ROBO, THNQ, or even WTAI for a more diversified innovation play with less Nvidia sensitivity.
Bottom Line: A Fork In The AI Road
As tensions between the U.S. and China heighten and AI infrastructure explodes elsewhere, ETF managers might have to reevaluate country-specific threats and demand pipelines.
If Nvidia reports high guidance tomorrow, chip-heavy funds can take off. If it doesn&#8217;t, investors might begin to look around for who&#8217;s next in the AI battle and which ETFs are best poised to profit.
Either way, the silicon tale is no longer an American or a Chinese one; it&#8217;s global, geopolitical, and coming directly into your ETF screen.
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Nvidia's Q1 Earnings May Mark A Turning Point For Chip ETFs

Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WIX#NASDAQ">WIX</a>) on Friday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45585916/wix-acquires-hour-one-to-expand-generative-ai-capabilities-and-accelerate-product-innovation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced it has acquired</a> Hour One, a generative AI startup that specializes in automated media creation. The deal is part of Wix's broader push to strengthen its capabilities in artificial intelligence and expand its leadership in immersive web and content experiences.
Founded in 2019, Hour One developed a cloud-based platform that combines generative AI and 3D rendering to enable scalable, high-quality video production and interactive digital content. Wix said the acquisition enhances its control over core technologies while reducing dependence on external providers.
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"This move reinforces Wix's position as a leader in the new era of generative AI," said Ronny Elkayam, chief operating officer at Wix. He added that the deal brings in a highly skilled AI team that will help accelerate innovation across Wix's platform.
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The entire Hour One team, including co-founders Lior Hakim and Arnon Kahani, will join Wix at its headquarters. Their expertise is expected to be central to Wix's ongoing shift toward AI-native digital experiences.
Despite a recent earnings miss, analysts remain <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/buybacks/25/05/45538738/wixcom-issues-conservative-outlook-due-to-macro-uncertainty-increases-stock-buyback" rel="noreferrer noopener">positive</a> on Wix's outlook. They point to the company's expanding product pipeline and second-half growth strategy as key strengths, with the Hour One acquisition seen as a meaningful step toward future innovation.
WIX held cash and cash equivalents <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/buybacks/25/05/45538738/wixcom-issues-conservative-outlook-due-to-macro-uncertainty-increases-stock-buyback" rel="noreferrer noopener">of $653.28 million</a> as of March 31, 2025.
Investors looking for broader exposure can consider ETFs such as the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) and the ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>).
Price Action: WIX shares were trading higher by 0.45% to $155.69 at last check Friday.
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Wix Deepens AI Focus By Acquiring Generative AI Startup

Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) announced an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45515224/red-hat-and-amd-strengthen-strategic-collaboration-expand-customer-choice-for-ai-and-virtualizatio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">expanded partnership</a> with Red Hat Inc. Tuesday to boost artificial intelligence capabilities and modernize virtualization across hybrid cloud environments.
The collaboration integrates AMD&#8217;s high-performance computing hardware with Red Hat&#8217;s open-source platforms to support enterprise demand for scalable and cost-efficient AI solutions.
As part of the effort, AMD Instinct GPUs are now fully supported on Red Hat OpenShift AI, allowing developers to run both small and large language models on a single virtual machine. Recent tests using Microsoft Azure&#8217;s ND MI300X v5 instances showed improved efficiency and reduced infrastructure requirements.
Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization has also been validated for AMD EPYC CPUs to help organizations consolidate legacy virtual machines and container-based applications across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Supported systems include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, and Lenovo ThinkSystem servers.
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Both companies emphasized that modernizing the current infrastructure can unlock the capacity needed for AI innovation at scale.
Recently, Advanced Micro Devices announced a $3 billion deal to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/guidance/25/05/45495637/amd-sells-off-a-5-billion-powerhouse-whats-the-catch-in-this-3-billion-deal" rel="noreferrer noopener">sell</a> its U.S.-based data center infrastructure manufacturing business to Sanmina Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SANM#NASDAQ">SANM</a>). The transaction includes $2.25 billion in cash and a $300 million premium, split equally between cash and equity. The deal also establishes a long-term strategic partnership, with AMD receiving Sanmina shares subject to a three-year lock-up.
AMD reached a 52-week high of $187.28 on July 9, 2024, and a 52-week low of $76.48 on April 8, 2025. The stock experienced a significant 39% decline from its peak in February to its trough in early April. Since then, it has rebounded over 30% from its April lows and is currently up approximately 5% year-to-date.
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Price Action: AMD shares are trading lower by 1.29% at $113.26 on Tuesday&#8217;s last check.
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TaskUs Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TASK#NASDAQ">TASK</a>) surged on Friday after announcing strong first-quarter results and a $16.50-per-share all-cash buyout by Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BX#NYSE">BX</a>) and its co-founders.
The company has entered into an agreement to be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45316012/taskus-inc-to-be-taken-private-by-co-founders-and-blackstone" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">acquired and taken private</a> in an all-cash deal led by an affiliate of Blackstone, alongside TaskUs co-founders Bryce Maddock and Jaspar Weir.
The transaction values each share at $16.50, reflecting a 26% premium over TaskUs&#8217; 30-day volume-weighted average price. The buyout group plans to acquire all outstanding Class A shares it does not currently own, effectively taking TaskUs off public exchanges.
This strategic move, unanimously approved by the TaskUs board following recommendations from its special committee of independent directors, is designed to strengthen the company&#8217;s long-term strategy.
CEO Bryce Maddock emphasized that the acquisition will help TaskUs navigate rapid shifts driven by artificial intelligence and allow for long-term investments to support both the company and its clients. Jaspar Weir will continue serving as president after the deal closes, ensuring leadership continuity during the company&#8217;s next phase of growth.
Maddock noted, &#8220;This strategic transaction will deliver immediate value to stockholders, while enabling TaskUs to make long-term investments to better support both our own business and our clients as we scale and adapt in the AI age.&#8221;
Amit Dixit, head of Asia Private Equity at Blackstone, underscored the firm&#8217;s confidence in TaskUs&#8217; ability to thrive in the fast-changing AI landscape, saying the transaction will provide the company with greater flexibility and resources to strengthen its value proposition.
The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.
In addition to the buyout news, TaskUs reported strong <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45316168/taskus-announces-fiscal-first-quarter-2025-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter 2025</a> earnings. Revenue reached $277.8 million, up 22.1% year-over-year and surpassing the $271.06 million estimate by $6.7 million.
The company reported net income of $21.1 million (7.6% margin), adjusted net income of $35.9 million (12.9% margin), and diluted EPS of 23 cents. Notably, adjusted EPS came in at 38 cents, beating the 32 cents estimate.
Adjusted EBITDA reached $59.3 million, exceeding guidance by 130 basis points. TaskUs also generated $36.3 million in operating cash flow, $21.8 million in free cash flow, and achieved a 36.8% adjusted EBITDA-to-free cash flow conversion.
Price Action: TASK shares are trading higher by 14.53% at $16.47, and BX is up 0.97% at $141.07 on Friday&#8217;s last check.
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Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) is flexing both its tech muscles and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR/news">stock chart</a>, jumping 9% after news broke that NATO has <a href="https://shape.nato.int/news-releases/nato-acquires-aienabled-warfighting-system-">officially</a> acquired its AI-enabled Maven Smart System NATO (MSS NATO) for military operations.
For a stock already up 322% over the past year, it's a reminder that Palantir isn't just playing defense when it comes to data dominance.
NATO's fast-tracked procurement of Palantir's system — just six months from spec to signed deal — is a tactical win in more ways than one. According to NCIA General Manager Ludwig Decamps, the deal will give NATO "customized state-of-the-art AI capabilities," enhancing everything from intelligence fusion to battlefield decision-making.
The battlefield isn't the only place Palantir is gaining ground.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Palantir Stock Chart: Mostly Bullish, But Not Without Caution</h1>
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Technically speaking, Palantir stock is in bullish territory. The stock is trading above its five-, 20- and 200-day simple (SMA) and exponential moving averages (EMA), with the eight-day SMA ($84.28) and 20-day SMA ($87.03) both comfortably below the current price of $92.28 — clear bullish signals. And that towering gap above the 200-day SMA ($59.29)? That's a long-term green flag.
But it's not all smooth sailing. The 50-day SMA sits slightly above the current price at $92.64, which signals a technical bearish in that timeframe. Meanwhile, the MACD (moving average convergence/divergence) indicator sits at negative 0.35 — another mild caution sign — and the RSI (relative strength index) at 55.14 suggests we're neither overbought nor oversold. 
Translation: momentum's on Palantir's side, but it's not a free pass to chase.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">ETF Traders: Eyes On The AI Prize</h1>
For investors looking for ETF plays to ride this AI-military wave, Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) or ARK Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#BATS">ARKK</a>) provide exposure to AI-forward companies like Palantir. Those betting on defense-tech convergence might consider iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) for broader exposure.
Palantir's latest NATO win gives new meaning to "data is the new weapon," and Wall Street seems to agree — for now. The trend is bullish, the momentum is building and as NATO gears up for AI warfare, Palantir looks ready to keep winning both contracts and investors.
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Palantir Goes Bullish After NATO's AI Buy: Is This The Future Of War, Wall Street?

Renowned macroeconomic expert Nouriel Roubini, also referred to as &#8216;Dr. Doom&#8217; or &#8216;permabear,&#8217; a moniker he earned by correctly predicting the 2008 financial crisis, has a bullish outlook on the U.S. and global economy, defying several Wall Street <a href="https://benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44717888/jpmorgan-jamie-dimon-warns-recession-now-likely-outcome">forecasts in recent weeks</a>.
What Happened: Speaking with Simon Nixon, the publisher of the Wealth of Nations newsletter at the 10th Delphi Economic Forum in Greece this week, Roubini had a rather optimistic take on the state of the economy, owing to the recent advances in AI, as <a href="https://greekreporter.com/2025/04/10/nouriel-roubini-predicts-global-growth-surge/#">reported</a> by Geek Reporter.
He said &#8220;Artificial intelligence is set to transform a dozen major sectors, propelling economic growth,&#8221; before adding that by the end of this decade &#8220;U.S. growth could hit 4 percent. By the end of the next decade, we might see 6 percent.&#8221;
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Saying that he&#8217;s gone from &#8220;Dr. Doom to Dr. Boom,&#8221; Roubini insists that technology will offset <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/11/03/910566/econ-101-protectionism-for-dummies">protectionist policies</a>, and even amid the trade war, the U.S. economy will continue to expand, with that &#8220;growth spilling over to the rest of the world,&#8221; as for the first time in history, &#8220;we're entering a phase of exponential innovation.&#8221;
Roubini says that large companies will not wait for political clarity and that they aren&#8217;t concerned about tariffs. Taking a shot at Donald Trump, he says it won&#8217;t matter even if &#8220;Mickey Mouse is president—the economy will keep growing,&#8221; thanks to the momentum that innovation brings. 
Speaking about the <a href="https://benzinga.com/news/global/25/04/44706557/kevin-oleary-calls-eu-tariff-proposal-a-huge-opportunity-for-trump-to-find-an-off-ramp-amid-global-market-volatility">impact of tariffs on Europe</a>, Roubini believes that while the 10% tariff isn&#8217;t ideal, it won&#8217;t &#8220;devastate Europe&#8217;s economy.&#8221; He further predicts that Trump&#8217;s negotiations in this regard would likely involve demands for more defense spending, preferably through U.S. defense contractors, and commitments to purchase more American LNG. 
He, however, believes that negotiations with China will be a lot more fraught since Chinese Premier Xi Jinping &#8220;doesn&#8217;t face elections&#8221; and is thus less likely to blink, preferring to inject a massive fiscal stimulus package, devalue the Yuan, or boost domestic consumption instead.
While he is no fan of Trump&#8217;s trade policies, calling them &#8220;crazy and unfair,&#8221; Roubini does concede that China &#8220;needs to reform its economic model,&#8221; adding that it&#8217;s not just the U.S. demanding change, but &#8220;rest of the world expects it too.&#8221; 
Why It Matters: Roubini has been increasingly vocal over the past couple of days, and just last week referred to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44620056/dr-doom-nouriel-roubini-trumps-liberation-day-tariff-label-is-orwellian-doublespeak-us-playing-with-fire">Trump&#8217;s tariff announcement</a> on &#8216;Liberation Day&#8217; as "literally Orwellian doublespeak."
He later warned that the <a href="https://benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44677685/dr-doom-roubini-warns-markets-delusional-about-fed-rescue-as-trump-xi-jinping-jerome-powell-locked-in-high-stakes-standoff">markets were delusional</a> about the Fed&#8217;s willingness to step in amid escalating trade tensions, describing the situation as a &#8220;three-way game of chicken&#8221; between Trump, Jerome Powell, and Xi Jinping, with Trump being mostly likely to blink first.
Price Action: It has been 9 days since Liberation Day, and the S&amp;P 500 (INDEXSP: .INX) is down 7%, the Nasdaq (INDEXNASDAQ: .IXIC) by 6.8%, and the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) that invests predominantly in AI stocks is down 8.5%, as markets expect a tariff-driven recession.
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Dr. Doom Transforms To Dr. Boom, Nouriel Roubini Says Mickey Mouse Could Be US President And 'Economy Will Keep Growing'

Arelis Agosto, director of Product Research and Strategy at Global X ETFs, sat down with Benzinga&#8217;s Dan Leach at Future Proof CityWide Miami in March to discuss the most recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">trends in exchange-traded funds</a>.
Global X ETFs is a New York-based provider of ETFs with billions in managed assets.
Agosto noted that the most prevalent themes in ETFs currently center around artificial intelligence and its infrastructure, reflected by the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) and Global X Data Center &amp; Digital Infrastructure ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DTCR#NASDAQ">DTCR</a>).
&#8220;When we think about the broader demand and supply for data centers in the U.S., when we look at occupancy rates, they&#8217;re really high right now. What we&#8217;re seeing is that supply needs to catch up,&#8221; Agosto said. &#8220;This broader artificial intelligence landscape is not going away, and even conversations as to how newer technologies could take less space or demand from data centers isn&#8217;t something we&#8217;re super concerned about.&#8221;
Investors are reportedly also interested in investing in broader infrastructure plays given the perceived bipartisan support for infrastructure funding in the U.S. The Global X US Infrastructure Development ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAVE#BATS">PAVE</a>) tracks domestic infrastructure companies.
Agosto also noted the most important trends to look at several years into the future for Global X&#8217;s ETFs.
&#8220;When we think about thematic at Global X, we are targeting structural changes in the world as we know it,&#8221; Agosto said. When we think about artificial intelligence, it&#8217;s a little more mature because we are already seeing it very tangibly. We might have themes that are a little bit early on the curve of adoption, such as genomics or humanoids, which are a little bit earlier in those phases. We believe that the trends we already see materialize today will feed into those in earlier stages of maturity.&#8221;
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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is moving ahead with its most ambitious health initiative to date, aiming to elevate its Health app with AI capabilities that mimic real doctors. 
Bloomberg&#8217;s&nbsp;Mark Gurman,&nbsp;in his&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-03-30/apple-readies-biggest-push-into-health-yet-with-revamped-app-ai-doctor-service-m8vl97k2?srnd=undefined&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">latest&nbsp;</a>weekly &#8220;Power On&#8221;, has said that the tech giant is also gearing up to launch an M5-powered iPad Pro later this year, and has announced key organizational changes and its next developers conference.
As part of its moon-shot health goals, Apple has been working on Project Mulberry, a major upgrade to its Health app, featuring an AI-driven coach that can deliver customized health insights using user data. This app overhaul will be accompanied by a virtual health guide trained on inputs from internal and external medical professionals, including specialists in sleep, nutrition, and cardiology. The service, potentially branded as "Health+," is expected to debut with iOS 19.4 next year.
The app will integrate video explainers from physicians, track nutrition in detail, and even use iPhone cameras to assess users' exercise form. Apple is also constructing a facility near Oakland, California, where doctors will film educational content for the platform.
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On the hardware front, Apple is testing four new versions of the iPad Pro featuring the M5 chip. These models, now in advanced testing, are expected to launch in the second half of 2025. The company is also working on an M6 version with its own modem chips, which could be ready by 2027. 
Meanwhile, M5 upgrades are coming to MacBook Pro and MacBook Air as well, likely following the same annual release cadence as their M4 predecessors.
Apple quietly announced its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 for June 9–13. The mostly virtual event will feature in-person segments for the keynote and State of the Union. This year's announcement carried a more restrained tone, contrasting with previous years' bold messaging.
The tech giant continues to diversify its business while rivals such as Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) make parallel moves in AI and health. For investors tracking broader trends, the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) and iShares U.S. Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYW#NYSE">IYW</a>) remain key barometers of sector momentum.
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Wall Street&#8217;s tech giants are pouring billions into artificial intelligence infrastructure, driving a massive semiconductor revenue boom, but beyond Silicon Valley's elite, most companies are still fumbling through the early stages of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">adoption, according to Goldman Sachs. </a>
In a note shared Monday, Goldman Sachs analysts Sarah Dong and Joseph Briggs said that AI-related investments in chips and hardware are set to add $305 billion in revenue by the end of 2025. That includes a $200-billion revenue growth for semiconductor firms, plus a $105-billion boost for other hardware enablers.
Despite the flood of investments, AI isn't moving the needle in GDP figures. Goldman said that's because the Bureau of Economic Analysis classifies semiconductors and cloud services as intermediate inputs, which don't directly show up in growth metrics.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">AI Broader Adoption Still Limited</h3>
Only 7.4% of U.S. firms currently use AI in their operations, according to Goldman Sachs, up modestly from 6.1% in the fourth quarter of 2024. 
Large companies—defined as those with over 250 employees—are at the forefront of this trend. Currently, 12% are already using AI, and that number is expected to rise to 17% by mid-year.
&#8220;We continue to see higher adoption rates among subsectors with greater exposure of work tasks to AI automation,&#8221; the analysts said.
The biggest growth is expected in computing and electronics manufacturing, where work tasks are more likely to be automated by AI. Other fast-moving sectors include web search, broadcasting, and publishing.
Goldman added that while new AI tools are being developed and tested, very few businesses have been able to measure clear productivity gains or returns on investment.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Labor Market Impact Still Small, Productivity Gains Are Large In Selective Areas</h3>
Fears of AI-triggered mass layoffs haven't played out. Goldman said there have been no explicit mentions of AI in recent job cut announcements. 
While AI-related roles now account for 23% of IT job postings, they account for just 1.3% of total job listings.
&#8220;We continue to see large&nbsp;impacts on labor productivity&nbsp;in the limited areas where generative AI has been deployed,&#8221; Goldman Sachs wrote.
The Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) is flat in 2025, after rising 24% in 2024 and 55% in 2023.
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) has fallen 5% year to date, after notching a 85% cumulative gain over the last two years. 
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Goldman Sachs Predicts $305 Billion AI Windfall While Adoption Remains Slow

The future of telecommunications is now and investors are paying attention. With NVIDIA&#8217;s recent foray into AI-native 6G networks, the world is changing fast and there are huge opportunities for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">telecom, AI, and semiconductor ETFs</a>.
Defiance ETFs CEO Sylvia Jablonski thinks this revolution is only just starting. &#8220;Telecom companies that want to stay competitive will need to invest in AI-powered networks, partner with AI tech leaders and upgrade to cutting-edge semiconductor technology. That's exactly why we built the Defiance Connective Technologies ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIXG#NASDAQ">SIXG</a>) to capture this AI-driven telecom revolution,&#8221; she told Benzinga.
Nvidia Corp.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) new <a href="https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-and-telecom-industry-leaders-to-develop-ai-native-wireless-networks-for-6g">deals </a>with T-Mobile Us Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>), MITRE, Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), ODC, and Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) that were announced in the GTC 2025 are a significant step forward in AI-powered telecommunications. Nvidia is taking the lead in the deployment of AI in wireless network hardware, software and infrastructure, paving the way for new-gen connectivity.
For investors, this transition offers attractive opportunities. The need for AI-driven networking chips, cloud computing infrastructure, telecom software and cybersecurity is likely going to boom. Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), Marvell Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>), Qualcomm Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>), Amazon.com Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) AWS, Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google Cloud, Oracle Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NASDAQ">ORCL</a>), Cisco Systems, Ericsson and Nokia Oyj (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOK#NYSE">NOK</a>) are likely to gain. Naturally, ETFs holding stocks of these companies are seeing an upside potential, too.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">ETFs That Stand To Gain</h1>
Jablonski points out that ETFs such as Defiance Connective Technologies provide exposure to these leaders, enabling investors to be part of the revolution in telecom networks.
Outside of that ETF, a number of other ETFs stand to gain from Nvidia&#8217;s and the telecom sector&#8217;s AI-led transformation:
• Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>) targets AI-led innovation across sectors, such as cloud computing and telecommunications. 
• VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) contains top semiconductor players such as Nvidia, Broadcom and Qualcomm that form the backbone of AI-driven networking. 
• iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYZ#BATS">IYZ</a>) offers exposure to large telecom companies such as Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) and T-Mobile. 
• ARK Autonomous Technology &amp; Robotics ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKQ#BATS">ARKQ</a>) contains firms utilizing AI-based connectivity for automation and future mobility. 
• First Trust Nasdaq Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIBR#NASDAQ">CIBR</a>) also covers cybersecurity companies such as Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>) and CrowdStrike Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>), which will be instrumental in protecting <a href="https://www.crowdstrike.com/platform/">AI-native</a> 6G <a href="https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2024/11/a-security-first-approach-to-6g/#:~:text=Next%20Steps,development%20and%20deployment%20of%206G.">networks</a>.
The actual impact of AI-enabled 6G is much greater than the telecommunications sector. From health and finance to manufacturing and self-driving cars, AI-enhanced networks will bring efficiency, security and performance to many different industries. 
Jablonski noted, &#8220;AI-integrated telecom networks will boost productivity and connectivity across several industries: healthcare – enabling remote surgeries, real-time diagnostics and telemedicine; finance, strengthening cybersecurity for transactions and real-time market analysis; manufacturing, enhancing automation and predictive maintenance and autonomous vehicles, powering AI-native Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication.&#8221;
The financial benefit won&#8217;t directly touch consumers&#8217; wallets. &#8220;In the short term, telecom companies will likely use AI-driven efficiency to increase their profits as they recover infrastructure investment costs. Over time, as AI optimizes network operations, consumers could see more competitive pricing and improved services — similar to how cloud services have evolved.&#8221; 
In the long run, with AI optimizing network operations, customers may experience more competitive rates and better services.
But, AI-driven networks may create a divide between telecom and tech giants. &#8220;Companies like AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure are expanding into telecom with AI-driven cloud services. Traditional telecom providers that fail to adapt may struggle to compete with these tech-driven companies,&#8221; she noted.
Nvidia&#8217;s AI-native 6G project is a game-changer and the investment environment is changing rapidly. With partnerships that range from telecom behemoths to cloud and cybersecurity companies, the argument for ETFs such as Defiance Connective Technologies ETF and Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTUM#NASDAQ">QTUM</a>) has never been more compelling. As AI-powered networks redefine connectivity, investors can seize the opportunity to ride the future of telecommunications technology.
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EXCLUSIVE: Why Defiance ETF CEO Sees Big Gains Ahead During Nvidia's 6G Revolution

Senior Advisor to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">President Donald Trump</a>, Elon Musk, made headline-grabbing statements on The Joe Rogan Experience on Friday, describing the U.S. as a ‘poorly managed business.' The Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO criticized government policies and cautioned that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">AI is advancing</a> at an unprecedented pace.
From calling Social Security a &#8220;Ponzi scheme&#8221; to discussing Fort Knox's gold reserves and media influence, Musk's unfiltered insights from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSOxPJD-VNo&amp;t=10092s">interview </a>raise concerns—but investors may want to take note.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Challenge Of National Debt</h2>
Musk argued that America's $1 trillion annual interest payments on its national debt are unsustainable. He compared the system to a business that relies heavily on debt while discouraging innovation. He also warned that excessive money printing may provide short-term relief but could lead to long-term economic consequences.
For investors concerned about inflation, some may look to hedging strategies. Gold ETFs, such as SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), have seen increased interest amid economic uncertainty.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI Is Moving Faster Than You Think</h2>
Musk said that automation is advancing at an exponential rate, and the companies leading the AI race will dominate the future economy. From self-driving cars to automated customer service and even AI-driven medical diagnoses, entire industries will be disrupted.
The Tesla CEO believes that even traditionally "safe" white-collar jobs—lawyers, accountants, and analysts—could be replaced faster than expected.
The key question is who stands to gain. AI-driven companies like Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) are already seeing explosive growth, with ETFs like the Global X Robotics &amp; Artificial Intelligence ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOTZ#NYSE">BOTZ</a>) and the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NYSE">AIQ</a>) offering exposure to the AI revolution.
But Musk has also warned that regulation is lagging. If AI advances without oversight, it could become an unpredictable force, reshaping societies in ways that remain uncertain.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wealth, Power, and Systemic Concerns</h2>
Musk has criticized what he refers to as "The Matrix," suggesting that societal structures keep people distracted while wealth and power concentrate at the top. He pointed to repeated financial mismanagement in government agencies, noting that some fail audits without facing significant consequences. 
As an example, he cited a case where an agency received $12 billion for submarines, yet no submarines were built, raising concerns about accountability and oversight.
Additionally, he compared the rise of speculative investments, such as meme coins, to legalized gambling. His remarks highlight broader debates about government efficiency, financial regulation, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44069228/elon-mu">and wealth distribution.</a>
For investors, this suggests a cautious approach, prioritizing long-term value over speculative trends. Broad market ETFs, such as the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTI#NYSE">VTI</a>), provide diversified exposure to the overall market. Some investors also consider AI-related assets and gold as potential hedges against economic uncertainty.
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Musk Criticizes US Debt, Economic Policies: 'A Poorly Managed Business'

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) has set the investment world abuzz with the announcement of its first-of-a-kind <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43844926/quantum-computing-stocks-rgti-qubt-ionq-qbts-cheer-microsofts-majorana-1-launch-satya-nadella-calls-it-a-physics-and-fabrication-breakthrough">quantum chip, Majorana 1</a>. As excitement builds around the breakthrough, ETFs with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">exposure to quantum computing</a> and semiconductor advancements are drawing increased investor interest.
Investors looking to capitalize on the quantum computing revolution can explore several ETFs with exposure to key players in this space.
Defiance Quantum ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTUM#NYSE">QTUM</a>)
QTUM provides exposure to companies engaged in quantum computing, AI, and machine learning. With holdings in Microsoft, IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), and Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), it is well-positioned to benefit from advancements in quantum technology.
Defiance ETFs CEO Sylvia Jablonski highlighted how Majorana 1 has already driven investor interest in QTUM. "The good thing about that ETF is it holds the large-cap, quality, balance-sheet-established players like MSFT but mixes in pure plays like IonQ and Rigetti as well."
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Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>)
AIQ invests in firms at the forefront of AI and computational advancements, including Microsoft. With quantum computing playing a crucial role in AI's evolution, the fund could see increased investor interest.
VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>)
While primarily focused on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">semiconductor companies</a>, SMH includes exposure to firms developing quantum computing hardware. Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Qualcomm (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) and Broadcom are among its top holdings. Given that quantum computing relies on advanced semiconductor technology, any advancements in this sector could indirectly boost the ETF.
Sylvia Jablonski on the ETF Impact of Microsoft's Majorana 1
Jablonski weighed in on the implications of Microsoft's quantum computing advancement, emphasizing its significance for ETFs in the space.
Satya Nadella, Microsoft's Chairman and CEO, described the chip as a "physics and fabrication breakthrough" rather than a pure quantum computing leap. He compared it to the transistor moment of quantum computing, a milestone that could pave the way for the technology's practical application.
Jablonski reinforced this view, stating, "He's saying that we are at a key inflection point where quantum computing transitions from being experimental to practical and scalable. It reminds me of the ChatGPT moment."
Jablonski believes that Microsoft's breakthrough could have lasting implications. "Microsoft's breakthrough accelerates quantum error correction and scalability. It could lead to sustained confidence in the sector. When you have quality companies like Alphabet, Microsoft, and IBM blessing these innovations, that bodes well for the consumer and his or her sentiment on the quantum sector."
According to Jablonski, QTUM ETF balances both risk and reward effectively. "We have both—having the large caps serves as a ballast for risk on volatility on the small caps."
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Are We Closer to Real-World Applications?
Jablonski sees practical applications emerging sooner than skeptics expect. "Microsoft's error correction claims, if validated, represent significant progress. Quantum computing is already used in certain workflows, risk analysis, supply chain, and logistics cases."
Beyond quantum computing, AI-driven ETFs are seeing strong momentum, particularly in automation, robotics, and generative AI. "We also think that 6G and the future of tech connectivity will be a big topic this year," Jablonski noted.
The Road Ahead
Although high error rates and commercialization challenges still limit quantum computing's immediate applications, Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip signals a major step forward. With ETFs offering a diversified approach to investing in this space, investors can position themselves to benefit from the quantum computing revolution while mitigating risks associated with individual stocks.
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EXCLUSIVE: 3 ETFs Positioned For Microsoft's Quantum Breakthrough

The ongoing AI arms race, spurred by disruptive developments such as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43250480/nvidia-sinks-below-200-day-average-for-first-time-in-2-years-deepseek-technical-reset">DeepSeek's latest models</a>, has thrust funds with significant exposure to AI and tech stocks in the spotlight again. 
Adding to the disruption, a report by Reuters said Alibaba Group Holding Ltd &#8211; ADR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) launched its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43311376/alibaba-unveils-qwen25-max-claims-it-beats-deepseek-and-openai-in-ai-performance-race">Qwen 2.5-Max AI model</a> on Jan. 29, claiming it outperforms DeepSeek-V3, OpenAI's GPT-4.0 and Meta's Llama-3.1-405B. This escalating competition opens a great opportunity for investors to cash in on the trend while it lasts, through<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs"> AI-focused ETFs</a>.
Here are three AI and tech-based ETFs to watch:
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>)</h1>
This fund provides broad exposure to top AI companies, including semiconductor firms and software developers. Expense ratio for this ETF is 0.68%. Holdings include NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), all of which are integral to AI advancements. Among international exposure are stocks of Alibaba and Tencent Holdings Ltd., which are frontrunners in the AI race. We will discuss more about why these stocks are in focus today a little later in the article.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">ARK Autonomous Technology &amp; Robotics ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKQ#BATS">ARKQ</a>)</h1>
Managed by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cathie-wood">Cathie Wood</a>'s ARK Invest, this fund targets companies playing in AI-driven automation and robotics. Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Nvidia and other AI-centric firms dominate its holdings. It charges an expense ratio of 0.75%.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)</h1>
Though not AI-specific, this ETF offers exposure to the biggest names in tech, many of which are leading AI developers. Its holdings include Microsoft, Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), and Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), all of which are making major AI investments.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">DeepSeek's Market Disruption</h1>
DeepSeek's ability to deliver high-performance AI at low cost has taken Silicon Valley by storm, prompting a price war in China. Global investors were left scrambling to reassess their AI bets. The company's DeepSeek-V3 model, launched on Jan. 10, followed by its R1 model on Jan. 20, threw tech stocks on a slide and forced competitors to rethink their strategies.
Alibaba's quick response with its Qwen 2.5-Max AI model has only intensified the battle. The Chinese tech giant asserts that its model outperforms DeepSeek-V3, OpenAI's GPT-4o, and Meta's Llama-3.1-405B. Meanwhile, ByteDance, Baidu (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIDU#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>), Tencent and a slew of other Chinese AI players have been racing to upgrade their own AI offerings. Tencent has developed several upgrades on its AI model Hunyuan, according to the Wall Street Journal. Baidu with its Earnie Bot and ByteDance with its Doubao are close behind.
The disruption also triggered questions among investors in U.S.-listed AI companies on the massive spending plans of industry leaders, particularly as a cost-efficient alternative emerges from China. 
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AI ETFs In Focus As Alibaba Challenges DeepSeek With New Model

Meta&nbsp;Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/meta" rel="noreferrer noopener">is trying to promote</a> Instagram by exploiting the absence of the Chinese rival TikTok download option from Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google stores.
In 2020, President Donald Trump threatened to ban TikTok, citing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/42772746/tiktok-set-for-a-ban-on-jan-19-by-law-but-trump-has-other-plans" rel="noreferrer noopener">national security threats</a> due to its ownership by ByteDance Ltd. However, recently, Trump urged the Supreme Court to delay the TikTok ban after assuming charge as the new President on January 20.
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Previously, the Biden administration ordered ByteDance to divest its ownership of TikTok or face an effective ban on the app in the U.S. on January 19.
TikTok, has 170 million U.S. users and accounts for ~4% of the U.S. digital ad market. Around 63% of teens aged 13 to 17 use TikTok compared to 59% who use Instagram, CNBC cites a 2023&nbsp;Pew Research Center survey.
The Facebook and Instagram parent encouraged creators to promote Instagram on other short-form video apps, like TikTok, Snap Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAP#NYSE">SNAP</a>) Snapchat, and Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) YouTube including three months of posting exclusivity by doling out attractive offers, CNBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/26/meta-is-paying-creators-to-promote-instagram-on-other-video-apps.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">cites</a> from a creator contract details.&nbsp;
Meta&#8217;s monthly cash bonuses ranged from $10,000 to $50,000 to shift their videos to Instagram Reels, CNBC cites the Information. The deals last six months and obligate a creator to post a minimum of eight Instagram Reels per month.
Meta paid over $2 billion to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41176448/mark-zuckerbergs-facebook-paid-2b-to-content-creators-in-the-past-year-and-it-wants-to-pay-out-more" rel="noreferrer noopener">content creators&nbsp;in 2024</a>. Four million content creators have reportedly made money from the platform since 2017.
Meanwhile, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43198088/tiktok-ban-sparks-divide-oracle-backs-trump-while-apple-google-play-it-safe" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trump allies, including</a> Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) co-founder and Chairman&nbsp;Larry Ellison and Elon Musk, emerged as eligible contenders for&nbsp;TikTok after Trump suspended the TikTok ban for 75 days.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">META Stock Prediction For 2025</h2>
Equity research analysts on and off Wall Street typically use earnings growth and fundamental research as a form of valuation and forecasting. But many in trading turn to technical analysis as a way to form predictive models for share price trajectory.
Some investors look to trends to help forecast where they believe a stock could trade at a certain point in the future. Looking at Meta Platforms, an investor could make an assessment about a stock's long term prospects using a moving average and trend line. If they believe a stock will remain above the moving average, which many believe is a bullish signal, they can extrapolate that trend into the future using a trend line. For Meta Platforms, the 200-day moving average sits at $536.57, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, which is below the current price of $647.49. For more on charts and trend lines, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">see a description here.</a>
Traders believe that when a stock is above its moving average, it is a generally bullish signal, and when it crosses below, it is a more negative signal. Investors could use trend lines to make an educated guess about where a stock could trade at a later date if conditions remain stable.
Investors can gain exposure to Meta through iShares U.S. Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYW#NYSE">IYW</a>) and Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>).
Price Action: META stock is down 1.57% at $637.71 premarket at the last check on Monday.
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Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results on Friday.
The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telecom" rel="noreferrer noopener">Swedish telecom equipment maker&#8217;s</a> sales grew 1% year-over-year to 72.9 billion Swedish Krona, driven by 54% <a target="_blank" href="https://www.ericsson.com/en/newsroom" rel="noreferrer noopener">growth </a>in the North American market. In USD, sales of $6.77 billion missed the analyst consensus estimate of $6.93 billion.
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Group organic sales grew by 2% Y/Y. Adjusted gross margin improved to 46.3% from 41.1% Y/Y, driven by substantial expansion in Networks.
Adjusted EBIT margin was 13.1% versus 10.3% Y/Y due to a non-cash&nbsp;impairment loss relating to the Vonage acquisition.&nbsp;Adjusted EBITA margin improved to 14.1% from 11.4% a year ago, benefiting from higher gross income and cost actions.
Ericsson reported an EPS of SEK 1.44 versus SEK 1.02 Y/Y. In USD, EPS of $0.13 missed the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $0.19</a>.
Free cash flow before M&amp;A was SEK 15.82 billion in the quarter, benefiting from the operational improvements.
As of December 31, 2024, net cash stood at SEK 37.8 billion.
Dividend: Ericsson board will propose a 2024 dividend per share of SEK 2.85 (up from SEK 2.70 Y/Y).
CEO Börje Ekholm noted further signs that the overall RAN market is stabilizing, with strong growth in North America supporting a return to Networks sales growth in the fourth quarter. However, the company has yet to accomplish its long-term EBITA goal.&nbsp;
Outlook: Ericsson&nbsp;expects <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter&nbsp;sales growth</a> for Networks and Cloud Software and Services to be similar to the 3-year average seasonality and a first-quarter adjusted gross margin for Networks of 47%- 49%.
Ericsson and rivals grappled with a weak <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39745508/ericsson-gains-premarket-after-q2-print-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">telecom equipment market</a> as operators postponed expensive network upgrades. This prompted companies like Ericsson to adopt cost-cutting measures and pivot to markets like the U.S. and India.
Ericsson stock surged over 57% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock through Defiance Connective Technologies ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIXG#NASDAQ">SIXG</a>) and Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>).
Price Action: ERIC stock is down by 8.20% at $8.17 premarket at last check Friday.
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To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Fueling AI Frenzy</h4>
An enlarged chart of artificial intelligence ETF Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>).
Note the following:
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<li>The chart shows there is a breakout in artificial intelligence ETF in the early trade this morning.&nbsp; As a caution, all breakouts do not sustain. Prudent investors should carefully watch if the breakout sustains or if it fails.</li>
<li>RSI on the chart shows AIQ is barely overbought.&nbsp; RSI shows the ETF has room to run higher.</li>
<li>Volume on the chart has been staying high, indicating sustained interest.</li>
<li>The Trump administration has announced an artificial intelligence project called Stargate.&nbsp; Stargate is a $500B venture to build AI data centers.&nbsp; The initial equity funders of the joint venture are OpenAI, SoftBank Group Corp &#8211; ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBY#OTC">SFTBY</a>), Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), and Abu Dhabi's MGX.&nbsp; NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and Arm Holdings PLC &#8211; ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) are technology partners.</li>
<li>The announcement of Stargate is adding fuel to the AI frenzy.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, the headline of $500B for Stargate may turn out to be a mirage.&nbsp; The initial number is $100B and includes previously announced projects.&nbsp; The new funding may be significantly less than $100B.&nbsp; For the time being, the analysis does not matter because the momo crowd is buying extremely aggressively on the headline.</li>
<li>Trump commented that 10% tariffs on China are under consideration.&nbsp; This is better news for Chinese stocks than the previously mentioned 60% tariffs.&nbsp; However, Chinese stocks sank on Trump's comment, and the yuan declined.</li>
<li>The U.S. stock market ran up yesterday, in part, on the assumption that China may escape tariffs.&nbsp; This morning in the early, the market is ignoring Trump's China comments and continues to run up.</li>
<li>Extreme positive sentiment is evidence as the market runs up on positive rumors, but when the rumors turn out to be false and the facts are negative, the market ignores it.&nbsp; In The Arora Report analysis, history is clear.&nbsp; Long term investments should be initiated when sentiment is extremely negative and profits should be taken when sentiment is extremely positive.&nbsp; The best way to take advantage of extremely positive sentiment is through tactical positions.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>The market is also being helped by strong earnings from: Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBKR#NASDAQ">IBKR</a>), Procter &amp; Gamble Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>).</li>
<li>Leading Indicators will be released at 10am ET and may be market moving.</li>
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<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h4>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in Amazon.com, Inc., Meta Platforms Inc, NVDA, and MSFT.
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in Alphabet Inc Class C.
In the early trade, money flows are negative in Apple Inc and Tesla Inc.
In the early trade, money flows are positive in SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h4>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.  Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.  The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust.  The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust.  The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h4>
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is seeing selling on continued disappointment that Trump has not announced a bitcoin reserve.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h4>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.&nbsp; The proprietary protection band from The Arora Report is very popular.&nbsp; The protection band puts all of the data, all of the indicators, all of the news, all of the crosscurrents, all of the models, and all of the analysis in an analytical framework that is easily actionable by investors.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges.&nbsp; The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive.&nbsp; If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash.&nbsp; A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.&nbsp; When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks.&nbsp; High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h4>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less.&nbsp; Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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Stargate Adds Fuel To AI Frenzy, Chinese Stocks Sink On Trump Tariff Talk

President-elect Donald Trump spotlighted artificial intelligence and drilling expansion as pillars of his economic vision Tuesday, pledging to foster AI-driven innovation while slashing energy<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/regulations"> costs through expanded deregulation.</a>
During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump outlined plans to accelerate America's leadership in artificial intelligence by supporting private investments in data centers and energy infrastructure.
"A lot of people don&#8217;t realize that AI is going to be a big thing but you'll need double the electricity at least that we have right now," Trump said, hinting at the plan to markedly raise U.S. energy production to meet fast-growing AI demands.
He indicated that expanding access to oil and gas is critical to keeping energy costs low and powering future industry.
Calling Biden's offshore drilling ban "a crime" against America's economic potential, Trump pledged to overturn the policy immediately upon taking office. "We're going to be drilling, and energy costs are going to come way down," he said.
According to Trump, reversing Biden&#8217;s offshore drilling ban would unlock 625 million acres of offshore reserves valued at $50 to $60 trillion.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Pledges Faster Permits</h1>
Trump contrasted the U.S. permitting delays with China's rapid expansion of energy infrastructure, which he said is fueling its artificial intelligence sector. 
He called out the U.S. permitting system as a major barrier to economic progress, particularly in the energy sector.
"China is already building massive electric facilities, and you know how they're being fired up? With coal," Trump said. 
The tycoon pledged to streamline environmental permitting for large-scale projects, promising expedited reviews for companies investing $1 billion or more in the U.S. economy. 
"We're going to move them quickly through the environmental process," Trump said, referencing delays that have sometimes lasted more than a decade. 
"I've seen plants in Louisiana where I got it approved in literally a week after they spent 14 and a half years trying to get it done."
Trump framed this regulatory overhaul as essential for keeping America competitive, particularly in energy and artificial intelligence. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h1>
U.S. oil and gas stocks outperformed on Tuesday, with the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) up by 1%, yet trimming session gains in afternoon trading.
The broader energy sector&#8217;s price action showed little sign of bullish momentum after Trump&#8217;s remarks.
Among individual names, Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>) gained 2.8%, Texas Pacific Land Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPL#NYSE">TPL</a>) rose 2.7%, and Hess Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>) advanced 2%, leading the pack of Tuesday&#8217;s top-performing, large-cap energy stocks.
The technology-heavy AI sector lagged significantly, with the Global X Artificial Intelligence &amp; Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NYSE">AIQ</a>) closing nearly 2% lower. The decline in AI sector came as NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) tumbled 6% and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) fell 4.1%.
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