Markets Hit New Peaks as Tech Stocks Rise; Intel Soars Nearly 30% Following Nvidia’s $5B Investment
Nets Corp’s Stock Experiences Significant Growth on Nasdaq 11 minutes ago Netskope’s stock surged by over 20% during its debut on Nasdaq. The cybersecurity firm launched its shares at $23 on Wednesday, having priced an initial public offering of 47,800,000 shares at the high end of the range—$19. Currently, the stock has climbed to around […]
Futures rise as investors return to tech following the Fed; Intel and Nvidia drive increases: Live updates
S&P 500 Hits New Highs as Tech Stocks Drive Market On September 17, 2025, traders were busy on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as the S&P 500 reached new heights. This surge was fueled largely by technology stocks, coinciding with recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, which indicated more cuts […]
Intel reports receiving $5.7 billion from the US government, with specifics still being finalized.
Intel has announced that it obtained $5.7 billion from the Chips Act, which comes with a stipulation giving the U.S. government a 10% stake in the struggling semiconductor manufacturer. David Zinsner, Intel’s finance chief, mentioned that the company received these funds on Wednesday. During an investment meeting the following day, he suggested Intel might explore […]
Hackers turn off Windows Defender by exploiting Intel CPU driver in attacks
Many current Windows PCs depend on Microsoft Defender as the primary defense against malware. Over time, it has developed into a solid yet often overlooked tool that tackles various threats. Yet, a hacker group has figured out how to completely disable Microsoft Defender, exploiting legitimate Intel CPU tuning drivers in what’s known as “bring your […]
Trump investing in Intel is socialism — the government should not interfere
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is backing the Trump administration’s move to purchase a 10% stake in Intel, a major high-tech company. Recently, during a Cabinet meeting, he discussed this decision with President Trump, the Secretary of Defense, and Secretary Pete Hegses, aiming to clarify why the government’s involvement in a private firm doesn’t classify as […]
Bessent supports investment in Intel: Chips are a ‘key necessity’
Treasury Secretary Defends US Stake in Intel Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent spoke out in defense of the US government’s decision to acquire a 10% stake in Intel, addressing concerns about potential government interference in the free market. During an appearance on Fox Business’s “Morning Maria,” Bescent emphasized the strategic necessity of this investment. “Tips are […]
Intel raises concerns over risks from Trump’s government equity investment
Intel and Government Stake Acquisition Kevin Oleary, Chairman of Oleary Ventures, shares his thoughts on the government’s recent decision to invest in Intel, the reasons behind it, and a few interesting personal anecdotes. Intel, a major player in the chip manufacturing industry, finds itself in a bit of a precarious situation. Oleary notes that the […]
Trump highlights US investments amid opposition to Intel agreement
It’s Tuesday. Anyone else feeling a buzz about the US kicking off things for real? An article in The Atlantic recently argued, “If you have to play one sport, it should be tennis.” Here’s a Quick Shift: I plan to offer a report later today at 12:30. It promises to be good—trust me! In today’s […]
Lutnick supports Trump’s bid for Intel shares: ‘This is not socialism’
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has responded to Republican backlash over a recent agreement that allows the government to acquire a 10% stake in Intel, a significant player in the shipbuilding industry. This move has been labeled by some as a shift towards socialism and a departure from traditional conservative market principles. Lutnick specifically addressed remarks […]
Trump’s federal interest in Intel leads to GOP criticism
Concerns Arise Over Trump’s Intel Stake President Trump’s recent decision for the federal government to acquire a 10% stake in Intel has sparked concern among conservative Republicans, given Intel’s history as a leading chipmaker in the U.S. The agreement with Intel follows Trump’s earlier deals with two other American chip manufacturers, Nvidia and Advanced Micro […]