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Technology 15 January 2026 - 16 January 2026

Hang Seng slips as tech drags again, while chip and AI names buck the trend in Hong Kong

Hang Seng slips as tech drags again, while chip and AI names buck the trend in Hong Kong

The Hang Seng Index closed down 0.29% in Hong Kong on Friday, pressured by losses in shipping, casino, and healthcare stocks. Ctrip shares plunged 19% the previous day after news of a China antitrust probe, rattling investors. Semiconductor stocks rose, with Hua Hong Semiconductor up 7.39%. Mainland investors sold about HK$600 million in Hong Kong shares via Stock Connect.
16 January 2026
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IBM Stock Slides 3.6% After Sovereign Core Debut as Earnings Loom

IBM Stock Slides 3.6% After Sovereign Core Debut as Earnings Loom

IBM shares fell 3.6% to $297.95 Thursday, diverging from a broader U.S. market rally. The drop comes ahead of IBM’s fourth-quarter earnings report and call set for Jan. 28. The company also announced “Sovereign Core,” a software product for customers seeking more control over data and AI, with a tech preview in February and general release expected mid-2026.
16 January 2026
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Qualcomm (QCOM) stock drops again despite Volkswagen deal talk — what’s next before earnings

Qualcomm (QCOM) stock drops again despite Volkswagen deal talk — what’s next before earnings

Qualcomm shares fell 1.9% to $161.39 on Thursday, their fifth straight decline, underperforming broader markets and chip rivals. Volkswagen and Qualcomm signed a letter of intent for a long-term chip supply deal starting in 2027. Mizuho downgraded Qualcomm, citing risks from Apple’s in-house chip plans and weaker handset demand. Investors await Qualcomm’s Feb. 4 earnings for updates on its diversification efforts.
16 January 2026
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Western Digital stock jumps after Barclays, Wells lift targets as AI storage trade heats up

Western Digital stock jumps after Barclays, Wells lift targets as AI storage trade heats up

Western Digital shares climbed 3.3% to $222.10 in after-hours trading Thursday after several analysts raised price targets, citing strong AI-driven demand for storage. Barclays and Wells Fargo issued bullish calls, while Goldman Sachs remained cautious. Seagate and SanDisk also advanced. Investors await Western Digital’s quarterly results on January 29.
16 January 2026
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AST SpaceMobile stock tops $100 as ASTS rally stretches into late trade

AST SpaceMobile stock tops $100 as ASTS rally stretches into late trade

AST SpaceMobile shares jumped 6.4% to $101.25 after hours Thursday, reaching an intraday high of $106.88. The move followed defense contract news and signs of rising demand for satellite-to-phone service. No new financial results or SEC filings were released. Investors are watching if the stock holds above $100 and await the next quarterly report, expected in early March.
16 January 2026
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AppLovin stock slides again even after Evercore calls it ‘dominant’ — what traders are watching next

AppLovin stock slides again even after Evercore calls it ‘dominant’ — what traders are watching next

AppLovin shares fell 1.8% to $606.99 Thursday, extending losses after a 7.6% drop Wednesday, despite Evercore ISI initiating coverage with an Outperform rating and $835 target. The stock lagged a broader market rally led by chipmakers. AppLovin, up 104% in 2025, faces volatility and an SEC probe into data practices. Earnings are due Feb. 11.
16 January 2026
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C3.ai stock slides after-hours as Siebel’s $7 million share sale hits SEC filing

C3.ai stock slides after-hours as Siebel’s $7 million share sale hits SEC filing

C3.ai shares fell 2.7% to $13.53 in after-hours trading Thursday after Executive Chairman Thomas Siebel sold 522,175 shares for about $7.1 million under a prearranged 10b5-1 plan, according to an SEC filing. The stock remains down over 60% from its 52-week high. Investors are watching for more insider filings and the company’s next earnings report, expected March 3.
15 January 2026
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Broadcom stock closes higher on TSMC-fueled chip rally — then slips after hours

Broadcom stock closes higher on TSMC-fueled chip rally — then slips after hours

Broadcom closed up 0.9% Thursday but slipped in after-hours trading, following a sector rally sparked by Taiwan Semiconductor’s upbeat outlook. The stock had dropped over 4% the previous day after reports that China ordered firms to stop using U.S. and Israeli cybersecurity software, affecting VMware, which Broadcom owns. Traders remain alert to policy risks in China and shifts in chip demand.
15 January 2026
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Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

Microsoft shares fell 0.6% to $456.45 after Switzerland’s competition watchdog opened a preliminary probe into its software licensing fees. The agency cited complaints over “significant price hikes” and possible illegal competition restrictions. Microsoft said it will cooperate. Investors also weighed a new Wikipedia AI-training deal and a record carbon credit purchase.
15 January 2026
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AST SpaceMobile stock jumps 7% as BlueBird rollout focus returnsAST SpaceMobileAST SpaceMobile stock jumps 7% as BlueBird rollout focus returns

AST SpaceMobile stock jumps 7% as BlueBird rollout focus returnsAST SpaceMobileAST SpaceMobile stock jumps 7% as BlueBird rollout focus returns

AST SpaceMobile shares jumped about 7% Thursday, peaking at $104.74 before closing lower amid heavy volatility. The move followed news of BlueBird 7’s arrival in Florida for launch prep and a shareholder law firm’s probe into an earlier delay. No company statements explained the spike. Rival satellite stocks fell on the day.
15 January 2026
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IBM stock slides as Sovereign Core rollout sharpens focus on ‘digital sovereignty’ ahead of Jan. 28 earnings

IBM stock slides as Sovereign Core rollout sharpens focus on ‘digital sovereignty’ ahead of Jan. 28 earnings

IBM shares fell 2.7% to $300.56 in afternoon trading Thursday after a volatile session. The company launched “Sovereign Core,” new software aimed at enterprises and governments needing local control over cloud and AI workloads. A tech preview begins in February, with general release planned for mid-2026. Investors await IBM’s quarterly results on January 28 for further guidance.
15 January 2026
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Marvell (MRVL) stock rises as RBC starts coverage, cites AWS Trainium and data-center demand

Marvell (MRVL) stock rises as RBC starts coverage, cites AWS Trainium and data-center demand

Marvell shares rose about 1% to $82.04 after RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and $105 price target. The move followed TSMC’s strong earnings, which lifted chip stocks broadly. RBC cited firm orders from Amazon Web Services’ Trainium3 program and highlighted Marvell’s advances in photonics. Investors remain focused on sustained AI chip demand and Marvell’s upcoming earnings report.
15 January 2026
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High Roller Technologies stock jumps again as ROLR adds Lines.com marketing plan to Crypto.com prediction push

High Roller Technologies stock jumps again as ROLR adds Lines.com marketing plan to Crypto.com prediction push

Shares of High Roller Technologies soared 44% to $27.20 in Thursday afternoon trading, extending a two-day rally sparked by a partnership with Crypto.com for U.S. prediction markets. The stock surged 436% Wednesday after the deal was announced. High Roller also disclosed a separate letter of intent with sports media firm Lines.com. Investors await details on the planned Q1 2026 U.S. launch.
15 January 2026
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CrowdStrike (CRWD) stock rises after judge tosses outage lawsuit, Seraphic deal in focus

CrowdStrike (CRWD) stock rises after judge tosses outage lawsuit, Seraphic deal in focus

CrowdStrike shares rose 1.2% to $466.07 after a U.S. judge dismissed a shareholder fraud lawsuit linked to its July 2024 outage. The court found investors failed to show executives made false statements or intended fraud. CrowdStrike is also expanding into browser and identity security through new acquisitions. Investors are watching for updates on deal closings and upcoming earnings.
15 January 2026
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