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Technology Trends 24 December 2025 - 4 January 2026

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) stock jumps 7.6%: CES 2026 spotlight and what to watch next

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) stock jumps 7.6%: CES 2026 spotlight and what to watch next

D-Wave Quantum Inc. shares closed up 7.6% at $28.13 Friday after heavy trading, with nearly 48.2 million shares exchanged. The company plans to demo its technology at CES 2026 in Las Vegas next week and will hold its annual Qubits conference Jan. 27-28 in Florida. Peers IonQ, Rigetti, and Quantum Computing Inc. also rose. Markets reopen Monday with traders eyeing whether QBTS can hold its gains.
4 January 2026
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AI’s “Pick-and-Shovel” Boom: Power, Cooling and Networking Stocks Take the Spotlight in 2026

AI’s “Pick-and-Shovel” Boom: Power, Cooling and Networking Stocks Take the Spotlight in 2026

Vertiv and Arista Networks posted three-year revenue growth of 70.4% and 92.8%, outpacing Alphabet and Microsoft, according to The Motley Fool. Both suppliers now trade at higher earnings multiples—Vertiv at 41 times and Arista at 46—versus around 30 for the tech giants. Barron’s warned that power supply could become a bottleneck for AI expansion in 2026. Investors are shifting focus to data-center infrastructure.
2 January 2026
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TSMC stock forecast 2026: New U.S. China licence and Nvidia H200 push put targets in focus

TSMC stock forecast 2026: New U.S. China licence and Nvidia H200 push put targets in focus

The U.S. granted TSMC’s Nanjing plant a new annual export licence for U.S. chipmaking tools, replacing an expired waiver. Sources said Nvidia has asked TSMC to ramp up H200 AI chip production for China in 2026, with work starting in Q2. TSMC’s ADRs last closed at $303.89, with analyst targets above that level. TSMC began 2-nanometre chip production in late 2025, with an enhanced version set for mass production in late 2026.
1 January 2026
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AI Stocks 2026 Forecast: Nvidia’s China Chip Rush Meets a Tougher Wall Street Test

AI Stocks 2026 Forecast: Nvidia’s China Chip Rush Meets a Tougher Wall Street Test

Nvidia has asked TSMC to boost H200 AI chip production after Chinese firms ordered over 2 million units for 2026, sources told Reuters. Beijing has not yet approved shipments despite recent U.S. export clearance with a 25% fee. Samsung and SK Hynix report AI memory chip orders exceed capacity, according to the Financial Times. Investors remain focused on AI spending, earnings, and U.S.-China policy shifts.
1 January 2026
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Data center stocks slide into 2026 as xAI expansion keeps Nvidia, Dell, Super Micro in focus

Data center stocks slide into 2026 as xAI expansion keeps Nvidia, Dell, Super Micro in focus

U.S. markets were closed Thursday for New Year’s Day after data center-linked stocks ended 2025 lower. Nvidia slipped 0.5%, Dell fell 1.6%, and Super Micro Computer lost 1.3% in the last session. Elon Musk’s xAI bought a third building for data center expansion, aiming for nearly 2 gigawatts of compute power. Traders await Friday’s reopening and early U.S. factory data next week.
1 January 2026
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Reddit stock pops nearly 4% as Needham spotlights AI-search citations

Reddit stock pops nearly 4% as Needham spotlights AI-search citations

Reddit shares rose 3.9% to $234.65 Monday, outperforming a weaker U.S. market after Needham highlighted the company’s prominence in AI-generated search results. The analyst estimated Reddit accounts for 20% to 40% of AI citations and reiterated a Buy rating with a $300 target. Meta and Pinterest fell, while Snap was little changed. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 ended lower.
30 December 2025
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TCS presses reset on AI strategy as it shifts from pilots to payback

TCS presses reset on AI strategy as it shifts from pilots to payback

Tata Consultancy Services is shifting from small AI pilots to scaled deployments tied to return on investment, The Economic Times reported. The company has laid off about 12,000 employees in six months and crossed $30 billion in revenue for FY25. TCS introduced a five-level autonomy framework and expanded workforce training as it reshapes roles and delivery. CEO K Krithivasan aims to make TCS the world’s largest AI-led tech services firm.
29 December 2025
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Tesla stock slips into year-end week as robotaxi scrutiny builds

Tesla stock slips into year-end week as robotaxi scrutiny builds

Tesla shares fell 2.1% to $475.19 Friday, lagging a flat market in thin post-holiday trading. U.S. regulators intensified scrutiny of autonomous vehicle safety after a San Francisco blackout stalled Waymo robotaxis. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a defect probe into 2022 Model 3 emergency door releases. Tesla closed below its 52-week high of $498.83.
29 December 2025
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Uber Stock (NYSE: UBER) Today: Price Near $81 as FTC Uber One Lawsuit and Robotaxi Expansion Shape the 2026 Outlook

Uber Stock (NYSE: UBER) Today: Price Near $81 as FTC Uber One Lawsuit and Robotaxi Expansion Shape the 2026 Outlook

Uber shares traded near $81.37, up 0.27%, in a quiet post-Christmas session Friday as U.S. stocks hovered near record highs. The company faces heightened legal scrutiny after the FTC and 21 states expanded a complaint over Uber One subscription practices, alleging unauthorized charges and difficult cancellations. Uber denies the claims, saying most cancellations take under 20 seconds.
26 December 2025
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D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Stock Slides in Post-Christmas Trading as Wall Street Holds Near Record Highs: CES 2026 Catalyst, Analyst Targets, and What Investors Should Watch Next

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Stock Slides in Post-Christmas Trading as Wall Street Holds Near Record Highs: CES 2026 Catalyst, Analyst Targets, and What Investors Should Watch Next

D-Wave Quantum shares fell nearly 10% to $24.82 by early afternoon Friday, after swinging between $27.79 and $24.78 on heavy volume. The drop follows a surge earlier in the week tied to CES 2026 sponsorship news. U.S. markets traded quietly, with the S&P 500 touching a record high before easing. Thin post-holiday trading amplified volatility in quantum computing stocks.
26 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 26, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, China’s “Hard Tech” Push, and the Global Data-Center Arms Race

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 26, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, China’s “Hard Tech” Push, and the Global Data-Center Arms Race

Nvidia struck a non-exclusive licensing deal with AI chip startup Groq, bringing over Groq’s CEO and key staff while Groq remains independent. U.S. equities closed at record highs on Dec. 24, with AI-linked stocks rebounding after recent volatility. Investors are watching supply chain constraints and spending as the year ends. Micron shares rose as traders bet on the AI ecosystem.
26 December 2025
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Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

U.S. markets are closed for Christmas after an early close on December 24. Microsoft plans a $400 million data center near San Antonio, with completion expected by 2028, according to local reports. Goldman Sachs projects AI companies may invest over $500 billion in 2026, as power demand from data centers drives new records, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
25 December 2025
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AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) Stock Turns Volatile After BlueBird 6 Launch: Dec. 24, 2025 News, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Next

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) Stock Turns Volatile After BlueBird 6 Launch: Dec. 24, 2025 News, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Next

AST SpaceMobile confirmed the successful launch of its BlueBird 6 satellite from India late Tuesday, aiming to deliver space-based 4G/5G broadband to standard smartphones. Shares opened sharply higher Wednesday but fell mid-session amid heavy trading, despite the milestone. The company plans to deploy up to 60 satellites by the end of 2026. U.S. markets closed early for Christmas Eve.
24 December 2025
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Rivian Stock (RIVN) News on Dec. 24, 2025: Analysts Split on 2026 Upside as R2 and Autonomy+ Take Center Stage

Rivian Stock (RIVN) News on Dec. 24, 2025: Analysts Split on 2026 Upside as R2 and Autonomy+ Take Center Stage

Rivian shares traded near $21.22 on Dec. 24, 2025, as investors weighed the company’s push to rebrand as a software-driven vehicle platform. Analysts cited Rivian’s custom self-driving chip, developed with TSMC, and the upcoming R2 model as key catalysts. Price targets remain divided despite a recent rally. Rivian’s new Autonomy+ subscription undercuts Tesla’s pricing, aiming for recurring revenue.
24 December 2025
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