These companies have lucrative positions in tech that could see their stocks soar higher than any cryptocurrencies.The global cryptocurrency market is worth $2.4 trillion. Top performers Bitcoin and Ethereum have delivered gains of 100% and 68% over the last 12 months, as easing inflation has brought less stable investments back into fashion. However, cryptocurrencies remain a riskier play than most stocks, as they are known for their volatility and prices that can rise and fall on the whim of something as ...

The company is betting on open-source software to make its AI hardware more compelling, and its foundry business offers an additional way to tap into soaring demand for AI chips.The market for artificial intelligence (AI) accelerators, which provide the incredible computational horsepower necessary to train and run powerful AI models, is dominated by Nvidia. A combination of best-in-class hardware and a software platform that locks in developers has made it next to impossible for competitors to make much he ...

The following three players are putting a focus on AI.The stock market soared in the first half of the year, with the S&P 500 confirming a bull market as it reached a record high -- but the benchmark didn't stop there. Instead, it went on to reach additional highs, and technology stocks led the way. Investors have been feeling optimistic for general reasons, such as the possibility of interest rate cuts ahead. And they've also been getting excited about growth companies, in particular those involved in a po ...

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) has been the biggest technology disappointment of the century, so far, but it’s still the most important tech company of this decade. Some are saying now is the time to buy Intel stock.Intel’s failures over two decades came under a series of marketing executives. Its rise, if it is to happen, will be because of Pat Gelsinger. He’s a manufacturing executive who started his career at Intel but was at VMWare when he was called back in early 2020. He understands fabrication.Fabrication and I ...

Intel and Paycom are both going through painful transitions that should pay off in the long run.The stock market is a popularity contest in the short run. Right now, Intel (INTC 2.96%) and Paycom (PAYC 2.73%) are losing that contest badly. However, for long-term investors, the beat-down these two stocks have received represents a buying opportunity. Here's why these two unloved stocks belong in your portfolio.IntelIntel stock has taken a beating over the past few years. Market share losses to Advanced Micro ...

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) is best-known as a hardware company. However, news today around its push into software sent INTC stock nearly 3% higher to close out Friday trading. According to CTO Greg Lavender, Intel could see as much as $1 billion in cumulative revenue from its software business by 2027. That would be a stark improvement, given that the company made roughly $100 million in revenue in this segment in 2021. Intel’s push into AI services, performance, and security will help it diversify its revenue in ...

Intel has a software business now -- but its stock still costs too much.Intel (INTC 4.19%) stock gained 2.5% through 10 a.m. ET Friday on positive comments about the computer hardware titan's progress building a computer software business.As Reuters reports, Intel chief technology officer Greg Lavender painted a positive picture of Intel's software prospects, saying the company is on course for $1 billion in software sales through 2027.Reading between the lines at IntelReuters described the figure as "cumul ...

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Identifying the right stocks to buy can profoundly affect portfolio performance. Three standout companies may derive high returns. Each represents a compelling opportunity emerging through robust fundamentals and strategic initiatives aiming for growth in 2024 and beyond. The first on the list leads the charge for digital payments, showcasing impressive growth in transaction volumes and profitability metrics. The company’s ability to innovate within the fintech sector underscores its potential to continue d ...

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has been the hottest sector in the stock market. Since OpenAI released ChatGPT in November 2022, it has been a race to develop the best and smartest generative AI platforms. Bloomberg Intelligence issued a report that potentially valued the generative AI industry at $1.3 trillion by 2032. The AI hardware sector has exploded in value with every major tech company scrambling to buy high-powered GPUs. Semiconductor stocks have led the massive Nasdaq and S&P 500 rally over the pa ...