DOVER, DE, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AlphaTON Capital Corp (NASDAQ: ATON), the world's leading public technology company scaling the Telegram super app, with an addressable market of 1 billion monthly active users, today announced its intention to launch a decentralized, AI-native biotech platform focused on rare and immune-suppressed cancers, starting with mesothelioma. The planned platform is designed as a privacy-first decentralized-AI network for rare cancers that can learn across institutions without centralizing patient-sensitive data.

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Tesla faces sales ban in California over self-driving systems — Negative

TSLA   Proactive Investors — December 17, 2025

A US administrative law judge in California has ruled that Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) used misleading and deceptive language in marketing its “Autopilot” and “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) software, a decision that could lead to the temporary suspension of the company's vehicle sales and production in the state. The ruling marks a major turning point in a long-running case brought on by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), which argued that Tesla exaggerated the capabilities of its driver-assistance systems in a way that endangered public safety.

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4 Stocks That Declared Dividend Hikes Amid Ongoing Economic Uncertainty — Negative

CNP  PCG  VAC  ZTS   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

CNP, VAC, PCG and ZTS raised dividends as tech volatility and economic uncertainty push income-focused investors toward steadier stocks.

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WDC Bets on Sustained AI Growth With Higher Shareholder Returns — Positive

WDC   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

Western Digital's enhanced capital allocation plans underscore that AI-driven data growth can sustain cash flow and long-term value creation.

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Inspire Medical To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired securities in Inspire Medical between August 6, 2024 and August 4, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. …

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KellyOCG + Sevenstep Named No. 1 Provider of Total Workforce Solutions — Neutral

KELYA  KELYB   GlobeNewsWire — December 17, 2025

KellyOCG® + Sevenstep has claimed the No. 1 spot on on HRO Today's 2025 Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings®: Total Workforce Solutions.

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Billionaire With 30 Years of 30% CAGR Gains Dumped Nvidia, Palantir, and Eli Lilly — Neutral

LLY  NVDA  PLTR   24/7 Wall Street — December 17, 2025

Very few investors can match Stanley Druckenmiller.

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Blue Gold Publishes White Paper for Standard Gold Coin Ahead of First Minting — Neutral

BGL   GlobeNewsWire — December 17, 2025

NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Gold Limited (Nasdaq: BGL) ("Blue Gold" or the “Company”), today announces the publication of the White Paper for the Standard Gold Coin (SGC) – Institutional Edition, a comprehensive technical and operational document outlining the design, governance, custody framework, and reserve management architecture underpinning the forthcoming Standard Gold Coin.

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Critical Metals Corp.: All Eyes On Initial Production In 2026 — Positive

CRML   Seeking Alpha — December 17, 2025

I am optimistic on Critical Metals Corp., rating it a buy due to the Tanbreez mine's targeted 2026 initial production. CRML benefits from $120 million in US EXIM Bank non-dilutive funding and MSP geopolitical tailwinds, supporting project completion and supply chain security. With 70% of the final stage complete, CRML aims for 85,000 tonnes of annual rare earth output in 2026, scaling to 425,000 tonnes post-expansion.

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Strategic Shift Position XPEL For Long-Term Profitability — Positive

XPEL   Seeking Alpha — December 17, 2025

XPEL shares are up 44% in three months, fueled by strong Q3 results and optimism around its margin-focused strategy. Revenue grew 11% YoY in Q3, but higher SG&A and inventory issues temporarily pressured margins. XPEL plans $75–$150M investments to boost manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution efficiency.

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Netflix to add soccer video game based on FIFA World Cup next year — Positive

NFLX   Reuters — December 17, 2025

Netflix on Wednesday said it will add a soccer simulation title to its gaming portfolio, as the streaming giant looks to leverage the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament to deepen its video game push.

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered In Avantor To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired securities in Avantor between March 5, 2024 and October 28, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Avantor, Inc. ("Avantor" or the "Company") (NYSE: …

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OPEN Shifts From Risk Aversion to Volume: The Right iBuying Playbook? — Positive

OPEN   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

OPEN is pivoting from extreme risk aversion to higher-volume iBuying, betting that speed, tighter spreads and AI can restore healthier returns.

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NVT vs. APH: Which Electrical Infrastructure Stock Has an Edge? — Neutral

APH  NVT   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

Both nVent Electric and Amphenol benefit from AI infrastructure spending, but margin pressure at NVT contrasts with APH's rapid growth.

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Can AI-Driven Foundry Demand Drive LRCX's Systems Revenue Growth? — Neutral

LRCX   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

AI-driven foundry demand lifts Lam Research's systems revenues 48.3% YoY to $3.55B, with foundries comprising 60% of sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2026.

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How GM Is Gaining Momentum in Software and Services Heading Into 2026 — Positive

GM   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

U.S. legacy automaker General Motors GM is moving forward to increase revenues from its software and services, like OnStar and Super Cruise, during and after each vehicle sale. The company has already generated nearly $2 billion revenues (year to date) from OnStar, Super Cruise, and other software services.

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AI Overvaluation Bothering You? Try Buffer ETFs — Negative

BUFQ  BUFR  DECW   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

AI stock volatility is pushing investors toward buffer ETFs like BUFR and BUFQ, offering downside protection while maintaining exposure to equity market upside.

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Investors Heavily Search NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE): Here is What You Need to Know — Positive

NEE   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

Zacks.com users have recently been watching NextEra (NEE) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Silicon Motion (SIMO) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Bristol Myers Squibb Company (BMY) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know — Positive

BMY   Zacks Investment Research — December 17, 2025

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Bristol Myers (BMY). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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