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A homelab enthusiast has published a write-up detailing the software and services they run on an OpenStick, a tiny Qualcomm-based ARM computer costing roughly $10. The post walks through turning the low-cost stick into a functional home server, and readers are discussing how capable such cheap hardware can be for lightweight self-hosting projects.
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Dutch chip-equipment maker ASML is opening the tech earnings season, and investors are watching closely. The company's results and outlook are seen as a bellwether for the wider semiconductor industry, especially amid the artificial intelligence boom. Analysts are weighing revenue trends at firms like Applied Materials and Qualcomm as they gauge demand for AI-related chips.
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AMD shares are down roughly 26%, drawing attention as the chipmaker prepares to report earnings. Commentators are debating whether the stock is primed for a comeback, while analysts at Susquehanna adjusted price targets on AMD, Intel and Qualcomm. Rising bond yields and oil prices have added pressure across tech stocks, with AMD sliding alongside the broader semiconductor sector as investors weigh its outlook.
- 4Qualcomm unveils Cloud AI 100 Ultra accelerator card▼Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 Ultra – 150W AI Accelerator Card with 128GB at 548GB/s
Qualcomm is drawing attention with its Cloud AI 100 Ultra, a 150-watt AI accelerator card built for data centers. The card carries 128GB of memory running at 548GB/s, positioning it as an energy-efficient option for cloud AI inference workloads. Tech discussion is focused on how its power-to-performance profile compares with competing AI accelerators from Nvidia and others.
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Leaked details of the Motorola Moto One have surfaced, pointing to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, Qi2 wireless charging support and a triple rear camera setup. The reports offer an early look at the phone's specifications, though Motorola has not confirmed the information. Tech observers are weighing how the device will stack up against rivals at launch.
- 6Qualcomm falls on revenue miss and weak guidance▼The chips are down: Qualcomm falls on revenue miss, weak guidance; Arm and GlobalFoundries do little better
Qualcomm shares dropped after the chipmaker reported revenue below expectations and issued weak forward guidance, disappointing investors. Rivals Arm and GlobalFoundries also posted results that failed to impress, adding to concerns across the semiconductor sector about demand and growth momentum.
- 7SpaceX signs deal with Qualcomm for U.S. mobile service▼SpaceX signs deal with Qualcomm to provide network technology for U.S. mobile service
SpaceX has signed an agreement with Qualcomm to provide network technology for a U.S. mobile service. The deal ties SpaceX's satellite connectivity ambitions to a major chipmaker as the company pushes to extend direct-to-device coverage in the American market. Details on pricing and rollout timelines have not been announced.
- 8Qualcomm Stock Falls as Chip Margins Come Under Pressure▼Qualcomm’s Stock Falls After It Warns Chip Margins Are Getting Squeezed
Qualcomm shares dropped after the chipmaker warned investors that profit margins on its chips are being squeezed. The warning suggests rising costs or pricing pressure in the semiconductor business, prompting investors to sell the stock. It also adds to broader concern among traders about profitability across the chip sector, where companies are navigating shifting demand and cost pressures.
- 9Qualcomm signs 5G infrastructure deal with SpaceX for Starlink▼Qualcomm signs major 5G infrastructure deal with SpaceX for Starlink Mobile network
Qualcomm has signed a major 5G infrastructure agreement with SpaceX to support the Starlink Mobile network. The deal pairs Qualcomm's chipset and wireless technology expertise with SpaceX's satellite constellation as Starlink pushes into direct-to-mobile connectivity. Reuters reported the agreement, and observers are watching how chipmakers and satellite operators team up to compete in the emerging satellite-based mobile market.
- 10SpaceX picks Qualcomm chip for its direct-to-cell 5G network▼SpaceX Just Picked Qualcomm for Its Own 5G Network. I Still See the Stock as a Hold.
SpaceX has selected Qualcomm for the 5G network behind its Starlink direct-to-cell service, according to a Motley Fool analysis. The piece argues that despite the high-profile partnership, Qualcomm stock remains a hold, with the deal seen as promising but not yet enough to change the investment case for the chipmaker.
- 11SpaceX and Qualcomm Announce Dragonwing Deal▼SpaceX Qualcomm Dragonwing Deal: 2 Platforms, 2027 [2026]
SpaceX and Qualcomm have announced a partnership built around Dragonwing, reportedly spanning two platforms with milestones dated 2026 and 2027. The agreement links SpaceX's space-based connectivity ambitions with Qualcomm's chip platforms, though the companies have not publicly detailed what the two platforms will do. Observers are watching for clarification on timelines and scope.
- 12SpaceX signs Qualcomm deal for Starlink direct-to-cell▼SpaceX inks Qualcomm deal, putting Starlink closer to becoming the fourth major US wireless carrier
SpaceX has signed a deal with Qualcomm that brings Starlink closer to operating as the fourth major wireless carrier in the United States. The agreement is part of SpaceX's push to offer direct-to-cell satellite service, letting standard phones connect to Starlink without special hardware. It positions Starlink alongside AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile in the US mobile market.
- 13Qualcomm Shares Slide Over 6% After Earnings on Cost Squeeze▼Qualcomm Earnings: Shares Slide 6%+ on Cost Squeeze [2026]
Qualcomm shares fell more than 6% following its latest earnings report, with investors reacting to pressure on costs that weighed on the company's outlook. The semiconductor maker's results came in against a backdrop of margin concerns, and the stock drop reflects market disappointment over profitability rather than demand headlines. Traders and analysts are watching how the company manages its cost base going forward.
- 14Qualcomm shares slide on smartphone demand worries▼Qualcomm shares slide as smartphone weakness clouds growth push
Qualcomm shares fell after the chipmaker flagged persistent weakness in smartphone demand, clouding its push to grow in new areas such as automotive and AI PCs. Investors are weighing how long the handset slump will weigh on revenue and whether the company's diversification strategy can offset the slowdown in its core mobile chip business.
- 15Qualcomm shares fall as smartphone chip sales miss estimates▼Qualcomm’s smartphone chip sales miss estimates, shares fall
Qualcomm reported smartphone chip sales below analyst estimates, and the company's shares fell on the news. The shortfall points to weaker demand or tougher competition in the handset chip market, and investors are watching how the company responds. Coverage so far is limited to the headline result, with no further detail available on the size of the miss or management commentary.
- 16Qualcomm CEO Sees 'Tremendous Potential' in Starlink Deal▼Elon Musk’s Starlink Deal Has ‘Tremendous Potential,’ Qualcomm CEO Says — Eyes FY28 Cash-In, Calls It Just The ‘Beginning’
Qualcomm's chief executive says the company's partnership with Elon Musk's Starlink carries "tremendous potential," describing the satellite connectivity deal as just the "beginning" of a larger opportunity. He indicated Qualcomm expects meaningful financial returns from the arrangement by fiscal year 2028, framing it as an early-stage bet on satellite-based communications rather than a near-term revenue driver.
- 17SpaceX and Qualcomm strike Starlink expansion deal●SpaceX strikes deal with Qualcomm to expand Starlink to more cell phone users
SpaceX has reached a deal with Qualcomm to expand Starlink direct-to-cell service to more mobile phone users. The partnership aims to broaden satellite-based connectivity so more smartphones can access the network without specialized hardware. The announcement was reported by NBC 7 San Diego, though further details on terms and rollout timelines were not disclosed.
- 18SpaceX Signs Deal with Qualcomm on Starlink Mobile Network▼SpaceX Strikes Deal with Qualcomm for Terrestrial Component of Starlink Mobile Network
SpaceX has reached an agreement with Qualcomm covering the terrestrial component of its Starlink mobile network, according to a report by Via Satellite. The deal suggests SpaceX is working to combine its satellite direct-to-cell service with ground-based network infrastructure, potentially expanding Starlink's role in mobile connectivity. Details on the financial terms and scope of the partnership have not yet been disclosed.
- 19Starlink Base Station to Use 64-Path Qualcomm Silicon by 2026●Starlink Base Station: 64 Paths, Qualcomm Silicon [2026]
Starlink's next-generation ground base station is reported to feature 64 signal paths built on Qualcomm chip technology, with deployment targeted for 2026. The design would expand ground station capacity for handling satellite traffic, marking another step in SpaceX's push to scale the Starlink network's throughput and coverage.
- 20Qualcomm to Build Equipment for SpaceX's US Mobile Network●Qualcomm to Build Equipment for SpaceX’s US Mobile Network
Qualcomm will supply equipment for SpaceX's direct-to-cell mobile network in the United States, per a Bloomberg report. The partnership ties the chipmaker's hardware expertise to SpaceX's Starlink push to connect standard smartphones from orbit, extending coverage to areas without terrestrial towers. The news is drawing attention as SpaceX expands satellite-to-phone service with major wireless partners.
- 21SpaceX partners with Qualcomm on 5G network rollout●SpaceX boldly goes into 'huge' 5G network rollout with Qualcomm
SpaceX and Qualcomm are teaming up on what is being described as a huge 5G network rollout, linking the satellite operator's connectivity ambitions with the chipmaker's mobile technology. The partnership suggests SpaceX is pushing further into direct-to-device services, with industry watchers closely tracking how it could reshape mobile coverage.
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