Decentralized Computing

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Quantum Computing's AI Play: A Deep Dive into the High-Stakes Race Between IonQ and D-Wave

In the shadow of tech giants, two quantum computing specialists, IonQ and D-Wave Quantum, are vying for investor attention with distinct approaches to AI. While both remain speculative bets, a closer look at their technology, finances, and market position reveals one as a potentially less volatile choice for those venturing into this frontier.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Rigetti Computing Stock Upgraded to 'Buy' by B. Riley Following Major Quantum Computer Order from India

B. Riley analyst Craig Ellis has upgraded Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) from 'Neutral' to 'Buy', maintaining a $35 price target. The upgrade follows the company's announcement of an $8.4 million order to supply a 108-qubit quantum computer to India's premier R&D agency, C-DAC, providing clearer visibility into its 2026 commercial trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rigetti Computing's Quantum Leap: A $5,000 Bet One Year Ago Would Now Be Worth Nearly $9,000

Shares of quantum computing pioneer Rigetti Computing have delivered substantial returns over the past year, dramatically outperforming the broader market. Yet, analysts caution that sky-high valuations may have raced far ahead of the company's current commercial reality.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rigetti Computing Faces Headwinds: Key Quantum Chip Delay and DARPA Contract Snub Challenge Growth Trajectory

Rigetti Computing's roadmap hits a snag as it delays its next-generation 108-qubit processor to address error rates and fails to advance in a strategic DARPA program. The dual setbacks intensify scrutiny on the company's competitive position against well-funded rivals in the race for practical quantum computing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Cloud: Austin's webAI Bets on a Decentralized Future to Challenge Data Center Dominance

With backing from tech giants and a $2.5 billion valuation, Austin-based startup webAI is pioneering a radical shift: moving AI processing from massive, energy-hungry data centers directly to personal devices, promising greater efficiency, privacy, and user control.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Spanish Food Giant Calidad Pascual Shifts to Decentralized Model in Major Overhaul

Under new CEO César Vargas, the family-owned group is breaking into five autonomous business units in a bid to boost agility and market responsiveness, as it eyes growth beyond its €900m turnover.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ethereum's 2026: The Year of Convergence?

After a period of Bitcoin dominance, a confluence of technological maturity, shifting institutional narratives, and regulatory clarity could propel Ethereum back into the spotlight. Analysts point to its foundational role in decentralized finance and a series of upcoming catalysts as reasons for a potential breakout year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TSMC Bets Big on AI Future with Record $56 Billion Capex Plan, Fueling Market Optimism

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has unveiled an aggressive capital expenditure plan for 2026, signaling robust confidence in sustained demand driven by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, which has spurred a significant rally in its shares and upward revisions from analysts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Qatar Bets Big on AI: $3 Billion Fund and Subsidized Compute Power to Fuel Startup Ambitions

Qatar has tripled its flagship venture capital fund to $3 billion, adding a strategic sweetener: subsidized access to AI computing power. The move aims to position Doha as a competitive hub for tech talent and deep-tech startups in the Gulf region.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cross-Chain Protocol CrossCurve Hit by $3 Million Bridge Exploit, Highlighting Persistent Sector Vulnerabilities

CrossCurve's cross-chain bridge was exploited on February 2, leading to an estimated $3 million loss. The incident underscores the recurring security challenges within decentralized finance's bridging infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum Hits Defense Milestone, Inks Major Deals as Commercial Adoption Accelerates

D-Wave Quantum Inc. announces a tenfold speed boost in missile defense simulations with partners Anduril and Davidson, alongside a $20M academic deal and a Fortune 100 QCaaS contract, signaling broader quantum computing integration.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum's 38% Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

Despite a meteoric long-term rise, D-Wave Quantum's recent sharp decline highlights the extreme risks and towering valuations inherent in the speculative quantum computing sector. Investors face a critical decision.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IonQ's Quantum Leap: Can the High-Flying Stock Justify Its Lofty Valuation?

IonQ, a pioneer in trapped-ion quantum computing, has seen its stock soar on the back of significant technical breakthroughs. Yet, with a valuation eclipsing established giants and a long road to commercial viability, investors face a high-stakes gamble between revolutionary potential and financial reality.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CrossCurve Bridge Exploit Highlights Persistent DeFi Security Woes, $3M Drained

Cross-chain protocol CrossCurve has been exploited for an estimated $3 million, with a critical smart contract flaw allowing unauthorized fund withdrawals across multiple blockchains. The incident renews scrutiny on bridge security and user protections in decentralized finance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CrossCurve Vows Legal Pursuit Following $3 Million Cross-Chain Bridge Breach

The decentralized finance protocol has publicly identified wallets linked to a weekend exploit, warning of criminal and civil action if funds are not returned within 72 hours, as security firms point to a critical validation flaw.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Cross-Chain Protocol CrossCurve Loses $3 Million in Latest Bridge Exploit, Highlighting Persistent DeFi Security Crisis

The CrossCurve decentralized finance protocol has suffered a $3 million exploit through a vulnerability in its cross-chain bridge, contributing to a devastating start to 2026 that has seen nearly $400 million stolen from the crypto sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum Bolsters Market Position with Dual-Platform Strategy and Major Florida Expansion

D-Wave Quantum solidifies its dual-platform quantum computing approach through the acquisition of Quantum Circuits Inc. and the launch of a major Florida R&D hub, backed by new multi-million dollar commercial and academic agreements.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

From Nvidia to Quantum: The $20 Million Investor's Blueprint for Spotting the Next Tech Megatrend

A software engineer who turned an early bet on Nvidia into a $20 million fortune and early retirement is now pointing to quantum computing as the frontier with similar explosive potential. His journey underscores the high-risk, high-reward nature of thematic investing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IonQ Bets $1.8 Billion on Vertical Integration with SkyWater Acquisition, Aims to Accelerate U.S. Quantum Chip Development

In a major consolidation move within the quantum computing sector, IonQ has announced a definitive agreement to acquire U.S.-based semiconductor foundry SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion. The deal aims to create a domestically controlled, vertically integrated platform to speed up the development and production of advanced quantum processors, citing both technological and national security imperatives.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bubble Talk: A16z's Horowitz Points to Unprecedented Demand Fueling the AI Revolution

Amid soaring valuations and bubble fears, venture capital heavyweight Ben Horowitz argues the AI surge is fundamentally different, driven by historic customer adoption and revenue growth that signals a new computing era.

Jan 31, 2026