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OpenAI introduced Sora, a new AI tool capable of creating vivid, detailed videos from text prompts. Co-founder Sam Altman showcased its features, including generating videos up to 60 seconds with complex scenes and emotions. Although not yet public, the tool has generated significant interest. The excitement around AI tools like ChatGPT and Sora has driven up stock prices for tech companies, notably Microsoft, NVIDIA, and AMD, with Microsoft's stock rising over 55% and reaching a market cap of over $3 trillion.

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February 16, 2024 | 10:27 pm

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Tiger Woods' return to golf in 2024, starting with the Genesis Invitational, is seen as beneficial for the sport and the sports betting sector. DraftKings CEO Jason Robins highlighted the positive impact Woods' participation could have on golf interest and betting. Woods, who recently launched a new apparel brand with TaylorMade after ending his sponsorship with Nike, is competing in his first official tournament since April. The event is broadcasted by media partners including Walt Disney Co, Paramount Global, and Comcast Corporation, with DraftKings offering various betting odds on Woods' performance.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

February 16, 2024 | 10:25 pm

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Bitcoin surpassed $50,000, reaching a $1-trillion market valuation after SEC approval for a Bitcoin ETF. Nvidia outpaced Amazon and Alphabet, becoming the third-largest U.S. company. Inflation reports led to reassessment of Fed rate cuts, affecting tech stocks. AI investment is predicted to reach $1 trillion in 10 years, with Nvidia at the forefront. Tesla's stock may rise due to stable pricing and Full Self-Driving adoption. The top seven U.S. tech giants' stocks surged 140%, raising bubble concerns. Wealth migration to tax-favorable states is noted, and Zuckerberg praised Meta's Quest 3 over Apple's Vision Pro.

Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari

February 16, 2024 | 9:29 pm

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Nevada's first cannabis consumption lounge, Smoke and Mirrors, has opened in Las Vegas, marking a significant milestone for the state's cannabis industry. Located within Thrive Cannabis Marketplace, it's the first to pass the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board inspection. This development is expected to boost Nevada's cannabis market, valued at $850 million, by attracting tourists, creating jobs, and increasing tax revenue. Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (PLNHF) has also announced plans to integrate a consumption lounge, indicating a growing trend. Other notable companies in Nevada's cannabis sector include AYR Wellness (AYRWF), Curaleaf Holdings (CURLF), and Green Thumb Industries (GTBIF).

Portfolio Pulse from Nicolás Jose Rodriguez

February 16, 2024 | 9:28 pm

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Argentina Lithium and Energy Corp (OTC:LILIF) is spearheading eco-friendly lithium extraction innovations in Northwest Argentina, as highlighted by Vice President of Exploration, Miles Rideout, during the 'Mining Unearthed: Navigating the Ore of Innovation' virtual event. The company is focused on exploring and developing lithium brine deposits in the region, introducing revolutionary extraction technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Argentina's pro-mining stance and rich lithium resources position it as a key player in the global lithium market, which is seeing increased demand due to the shift towards renewable energy and electric vehicles.

Portfolio Pulse from Abbey Higginbotham

February 16, 2024 | 9:22 pm

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Bitcoin and Ethereum are consolidating after reaching recent highs, with both showing potential bull flag patterns. Dogecoin trades in an uptrend. Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC) mirrors these patterns and is expected to surge alongside Bitcoin. Technical analysis suggests a possible 24% rise for Bitcoin and Ethereum if they break from the bull flag pattern. Dogecoin's trend remains intact with potential for further gains.

Portfolio Pulse from Melanie Schaffer

February 16, 2024 | 9:07 pm

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DraftKings Inc (NASDAQ:DKNG) CEO Jason Robins reported a significant increase in female bettors, attributing this growth to the success of Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team, as well as Taylor Swift's influence through her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce. DraftKings has seen a 9x to 10x increase in betting handle year-over-year on women's basketball, with specific prop bets related to Swift and Kelce also attracting attention.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

February 16, 2024 | 9:07 pm

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Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:IOVA) will host a conference call and webcast on February 16, 2024, to discuss the FDA approval of its novel polyclonal tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies for cancer patients. The event will allow for Q&A and can be accessed live or via archived webcast through the company's website.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 16, 2024 | 8:54 pm

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Fisker has signed four dealer partners in the US as part of its strategic shift to a Dealer Partnership model, aimed at scaling up for Fisker Ocean deliveries and future models. The company has received interest from over 250 dealers globally. The new dealers will sell vehicles in six states across seven locations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 16, 2024 | 8:54 pm

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Electronic Arts Inc's Respawn Entertainment is developing a first-person Star Wars Mandalorian game, featuring gameplay as a Mandalorian bounty hunter. The game, in early development stages, emphasizes fast-paced action and mobility, with various weapons and gadgets. It will have linear levels across different planets in the Star Wars universe. The release date is speculated to be at least a year or two away, with multiplayer aspects still unclear.

Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti

February 16, 2024 | 8:54 pm