Cerebras Systems vs. IonQ: Which Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two high-performance computing companies: Cerebras Systems, which specializes in AI hardware with wafer-scale chips, and IonQ, which develops quantum computing systems. While Cerebras shows strong 75.7% revenue growth, IonQ demonstrates superior momentum with 202% revenue growth in 2025 and 287% YoY growth in Q2 2026. The author recommends IonQ as the better buy due to its faster scaling, cleaner balance sheet (0.0x debt-to-equity), and positioning in the emerging quantum computing market, despite both companies operating at significant losses.

09/12/2026, 9:11 AM • The Motley Fool

Smart Metering in Latin America and the Caribbean - 3rd Edition Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2030

Smart metering in Latin America and the Caribbean is experiencing significant growth, with the installed base of smart electricity meters forecast to increase from 17.3 million units in 2024 to 61.3 million units by 2030, representing a 23.5% compound annual growth rate. Brazil and Mexico are leading the market, accounting for over 65% of annual meter demand. Key drivers include grid modernization efforts, electricity theft reduction, and supportive government policies. Major utilities like Cemig, COPEL, Enel, and CPFL are expanding investments in advanced metering infrastructure.

09/11/2026, 5:54 AM • GlobeNewswire

Business Rules Management System Market to Reach $4.20 Billion by 2035 as AI-Driven Decision Automation Accelerates | Research by SNS Insider

The global Business Rules Management System (BRMS) market is projected to grow from $1.79 billion in 2025 to $4.20 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 9.52%. Growth is driven by increasing demand for real-time decision-making, regulatory compliance, enterprise automation, and AI/ML integration. North America leads with 37% market share, while Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region. Large enterprises dominate with 68% market share, and BFSI is the leading end-use sector at 27%.

09/07/2026, 2:30 PM • GlobeNewswire

AI in Pharmaceutical Market to Hit USD 48.43 Billion by 2035, Growing at 31.76% CAGR – SNS Insider

The global AI in pharmaceutical market is projected to grow from USD 3.07 billion in 2025 to USD 48.43 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 31.76%. The U.S. market is expected to reach USD 15.10 billion and Europe USD 12.60 billion by 2035. Growth is driven by generative AI, adaptive trials reducing patient enrollment by 40%, regulatory endorsement including FDA's qualification of AIM-NASH, and increased venture capital investment in AI-first drug discovery platforms.

09/07/2026, 8:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Arista Networks vs. IBM: Comparing Quarterly Revenue Trends Between These Artificial Intelligence Giants

Arista Networks demonstrates consistent quarter-over-quarter revenue growth driven by AI data center infrastructure demand, while IBM exhibits volatile and cyclical revenue patterns due to its diverse business model spanning software, hardware, and consulting. Arista has posted eight consecutive quarters of revenue gains, whereas IBM faces headwinds from completed mainframe upgrade cycles and flat consulting division performance, leading the company to cut its 2026 full-year sales forecast.

09/06/2026, 3:12 PM • The Motley Fool

Product Information Management Market Size to Surpass $69.49 Billion by 2035 | SNS Insider

The global Product Information Management (PIM) market is expected to grow from $16.88 billion in 2025 to $69.49 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 15.2%. North America leads with 39% market share, while Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region. Large enterprises dominate with 68% share, with retail being the leading vertical at 32%. Cloud-based solutions are experiencing the fastest growth due to scalability and cost-effectiveness.

09/04/2026, 2:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Data Center Solutions Market Surges to $1,336.55 billion at a CAGR 20.1% by 2031 | Report by MarketsandMarkets™

The global Data Center Solutions Market is projected to grow from USD 535.45 billion in 2026 to USD 1,336.55 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 20.1%. Growth is driven by increasing demand for AI infrastructure, high-density computing, intelligent power systems, advanced cooling, and software-defined infrastructure. The software segment is the fastest-growing component at 24.7% CAGR, while Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region.

09/03/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

New Anaqua Report Reveals Surge in AI Semiconductor Patent Filings

A new Anaqua report analyzing 713,755 semiconductor patents reveals AI-related semiconductor patents grew 114% over five years, nearly double the 78% growth of overall semiconductor patents. The analysis shows AI is now the primary driver of semiconductor innovation across chip architecture, GPUs, and inference processors, with major players like Samsung, IBM, Intel, and Chinese entities leading in different AI-chip categories, while hyperscalers like Google and Microsoft increasingly design custom chips.

09/01/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Blockchain Market Surges to $610.96 billion at a CAGR 62.4% by 2031 | Report by MarketsandMarkets™

The global blockchain market is expected to experience explosive growth at a 62.4% CAGR from 2026 to 2031, driven by enterprise adoption of decentralized applications, digital identity solutions, tokenization, and cloud-hosted infrastructure. Asia Pacific is identified as the fastest-growing region, while North America maintains market leadership. Key growth drivers include Layer-2 scaling advancements, supportive regulations, and integration with AI and cloud platforms across financial services, healthcare, government, retail, and supply chain sectors.

08/31/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why I Think the Best Dividend Stock Isn't a Tech Name: It's Realty Income

The author argues that Realty Income (O), a REIT with a 5.1% dividend yield and 31 consecutive annual dividend increases, is a superior choice for dividend investors compared to tech stocks. While tech stocks offer growth potential, they are volatile and unpredictable. Realty Income provides a stable income foundation through its diversified portfolio of over 15,500 properties, including retail, industrial, casinos, and data centers, while also expanding into debt investments and asset management services.

08/29/2026, 4:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Is D-Wave Quantum a Buy?

D-Wave Quantum is a rare pure-play quantum computing company with paying customers running production workloads, including AT&T's network optimization task. However, the company faces significant challenges: it's burning cash rapidly (-$119M free cash flow over last four quarters), has doubled its share count in two years through dilution, and carries a lofty 500x price-to-sales valuation that leaves no room for error. While D-Wave is the most defensible pure-play quantum stock, investors seeking quantum exposure should consider tech giants like IBM or Alphabet instead.

08/29/2026, 1:13 PM • The Motley Fool

IBM Could Be a Massive Winner as the Encryption Reset Becomes Urgent

IBM may have a significant multiyear opportunity in post-quantum security, leveraging its technical credibility and enterprise footprint to generate recurring software, consulting, and infrastructure revenue. However, the payoff remains unproven and depends on IBM's ability to capitalize on this shift before the market opportunity becomes obvious.

08/29/2026, 9:30 AM • The Motley Fool

AI Deception Tools Market to Expand at 28.75% CAGR, Reaching USD 8.57 Billion by 2035 | SNS Insider

The global AI Deception Tools Market is projected to expand from $0.69 billion in 2025 to $8.57 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 28.75%. North America leads the market, with the U.S. expected to grow from $0.20B to $2.45B. Cybersecurity dominates by application (48% share), while Machine Learning leads by technology. The market is driven by rising cyberattacks, increased adoption of AI-based threat detection, and growing demand across BFSI, government, and defense sectors.

08/28/2026, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Quantum Computing vs. Red Cat: Which High-Growth Innovation Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two high-growth tech stocks: Quantum Computing (QUBT), which focuses on quantum optics and integrated photonics with 82.8% revenue growth but heavy government contract dependence, and Red Cat (RCAT), a tactical drone provider for defense with 459.8% revenue growth and strong 2026 forecasts. Both are unprofitable with negative free cash flow. The analyst recommends Red Cat due to its stronger commercial traction in the rapidly growing defense drone sector, while Quantum Computing's technology remains in early commercial stages with unpredictable revenue.

08/22/2026, 9:11 PM • The Motley Fool

Reddit vs. Rigetti Computing: Which High-Growth Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026, the Social Media Giant or Rising Quantum Computing Company?

Reddit, now profitable with a 24.1% net margin and 69.4% revenue growth, is compared against Rigetti Computing, a speculative quantum computing pioneer burning cash with negative margins. The article recommends Reddit for conservative investors seeking stable growth and Rigetti for high-risk, high-reward investors betting on quantum computing breakthroughs.

08/22/2026, 5:03 PM • The Motley Fool