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The iShares Silver Trust ($SLV) is experiencing extreme volatility due to recent CME Group margin requirement increases and impending Chinese export restrictions on silver, which are set to take effect. This has created a stark divide among traders, with many anticipating a massive short squeeze driven by perceived physical scarcity and industrial demand, while others warn of a speculative "pump and dump" and forced liquidations.

Dog (Bitcoin) is a fully decentralized memecoin on the Bitcoin blockchain, backed by a community dedicated to onboarding millions of people to Bitcoin.  Dog is secured by the Bitcoin blockchain and exists on Bitcoin L1, marking a significant innovation compared to Bitcoin with just BTC. Dog is a Bitcoin Runes token with a minimal on-chain footprint, native to Bitcoin, and stored in UTXOs, just like Bitcoin.   What is the project about?  Dog does not do any paid promotion and is fully decentralized just like Bitcoin. Every influencer who chooses to post about Dog either received the airdrop or bought on secondary. Dog leverages the CC0 license to ensure that Dog is not owned by any single entity but rather by everyone. This had lead to the "DOG Army" independently creating art, apps, lotteries, plushies, websites, podcast, magazines, X account, IRL meetups, clothing lines, PFP collections, Telegram groups, and TikTok/Instagram about Dog.  What makes your project unique?  Dog was airdropped in the fairest memecoin launch ever. In early 2024, the Bitcoin Ordinals ecosystem came together in a full volunteer initiative that rewarded early adopters of the Ordinals Protocol. There was no team allocation, and 100% of the supply was airdropped for free. The airdrop algorithm favored neither whales nor influencers; it was determined by the community and made open-source for maximum transparency.

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DOG is trending as its dedicated 'DOG Army' passionately advocates for its position as the leading Bitcoin-native memecoin, highlighting its unique permanence and direct link to Bitcoin's infrastructure. Community discussion is amplified by news of companies like C2 Blockchain ($CBLO) significantly expanding their $DOG treasury holdings, signaling growing institutional interest and long-term conviction.

Litecoin is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency created by Charlie Lee. It was created based on the Bitcoin protocol but differs in terms of the hashing algorithm used. Litecoin uses the memory intensive Scrypt proof of work mining algorithm. Scrypt allows consumer-grade hardware such as GPU to mine those coins.  Why Litecoin? Litecoin is a cryptocurrency that has evolved from Bitcoin after its own popularity in the industry, this alternative, or ‘altcoin’ has emerged to allow investors to diversify their digital currency package, according to Investopedia. Litecoin is one of the most prominent altcoins and was created by former Google employee and Director of Engineering at Coinbase, Charlie Lee. Litecoin was the first to alter Bitcoin and the most significant difference is that it takes 2.5 minutes for Litecoin to generate a block, or transaction, in comparison to Bitcoin's 10 minutes.  ‘While this matters little to traders, miners who use hardware to run Bitcoin's network cannot switch over to Litecoin. This keeps bigger mining conglomerates away from Litecoin because they cannot easily optimize their profits by swapping to another coin, contributing to a more decentralized experience. Litecoin also has bigger blocks, and more coins in circulation, making it more affordable and swift when transacting,’ Investopedia explained.  As explained above, Litecoin can transact a lot faster than Bitcoin, but there are also a number of other characteristics that investors need to know before trading. Litecoin can handle higher volumes of transactions because of the capability of transacting faster and if Bitcoin attempted to transact on the scale of its altcoin, a code update would be needed. However, Litecoin’s blocks would be larger, but with more ‘orphaned blocks'. The faster block time of litecoin reduces the risk of double spending attacks - this is theoretical in the case of both networks having the same hashing power.  Litecoin Technical Details: The transaction confirmation time taken for Litecoin is about 2.5 minutes on average (as compared to Bitcoin's 10 minutes). The Litecoin network is scheduled to cap at 84 million currency units.   Litecoin has inspired many other popular alternative currencies (eg. Dogecoin) because of its Scrypt hashing algorithm in order to prevent ASIC miners from mining those coins. However it is said that by the end of this year, Scrypt ASIC will enter the mass market.

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Litecoin is a prominent topic among crypto enthusiasts, driven by its narrative as Bitcoin's "digital silver" and intense discussions around critical technical support and resistance levels. The community is actively debating a potential major price movement, with many expressing strong bullish conviction despite market consolidation and challenging any bearish sentiment.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of therapies for high unmet medical needs. The firm intends to treat schizophrenia, jet lag disorder, atopic dermatitis, central nervous system disorders, and circadian rhythm sleep disorder. Its product portfolio includes HETLIOZ, Fanapt, Tradipitant, Trichostatin, and AQW051. The company was founded by Mihael Hristos Polymeropoulos and Argeris N. Karabelas in 2002 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

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Vanda Pharmaceuticals is trending after receiving FDA approval for NEREUS, a new treatment for motion-induced vomiting, notable for being the first in decades and for not causing drowsiness. The community is actively discussing its broader potential as an add-on therapy for GLP-1 induced nausea and vomiting, fueling significant speculation about a potential buyout from a major pharmaceutical company. This approval, coupled with other imminent regulatory decisions for jet lag and an antipsychotic drug, positions Vanda as a key topic among investors.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. engages in providing technology infrastructure and marketing reach. It operates through the following business segments: China Commerce, International Commerce, Local Consumer Services, Cainiao, Cloud, Digital Media and Entertainment, and Innovation Initiatives and Others segments. The Core Commerce segment consists of platforms operating in retail and wholesale. The China Commerce segment includes China commerce retail and wholesale businesses. The International Commerce segment focuses on international commerce retail and wholesale businesses. The Local Consumer Services segment is involved in To-Home businesses, which include Ele.me, local services and delivery platform, and Taoxianda, and To-Destination segment businesses which include Amap, the provider of mobile digital map, navigation and real-time traffic information, and restaurant and local services guide platform. The Cainiao segment has Cainiao Network and offers domestic and international one-stop-shop logistics services and supply chain management solution. The Cloud segment includes Alibaba Cloud and DingTalk. The company was founded by Chung Tsai and Yun Ma on June 28, 1999 and is headquartered in Hangzhou, China.

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Alibaba is trending following reports that Meta Platforms is incorporating its Qwen AI model into a new AI initiative, with additional buzz around a potential large order for AMD's MI308 accelerators. Community sentiment is deeply split between those who view Alibaba as a generational AI investment with significant undervaluation and others who persistently label it a "value trap" due to competitive pressures and substantial AI-related spending. This ongoing debate reflects broader market uncertainty surrounding China's economic trajectory and the long-term profitability of its tech giants.

Radware Ltd. engages in the provision of application security and delivery solutions for multi-cloud environments. The company’s cloud application, infrastructure, and API security solutions use AI-driven algorithms for precise, hands-free, real-time protection from the most sophisticated web, application, and DDoS attacks, API abuse, and bad bots. It operates through the following segments: Radware’s Core Business and Hawks’ Business. The Radware’s Core Business segment engages in providing cloud security-as-a-service products, application and data center security solutions, and application availability services. The Hawks’ Business segment provides cloud security solutions, including threat detection, entitlement management, and posture management. The company was founded by Yehuda Zisapel and Roy Zisapel on May 16, 1996 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

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Radware is trending as its AI-powered cloud cybersecurity solutions garner attention, notably with the company's discovery of a critical zero-click AI vulnerability. Accelerated growth in cloud recurring revenue and strategic global expansions are fueling community discussions around its significant potential within the rapidly evolving threat landscape, alongside high growth expectations reflected in its valuation.

Rumble, Inc. engages in operating an online neutral video platform. It operates through the following geographical segments: United States, Canada, and Other. The company was founded in October 2013 by Chris Pavlovski and is headquartered in Longboat Key, FL.

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Rumble Inc

Rumble Inc. is trending as the community highlights its deep strategic ties with Tether, including a significant ownership stake and substantial commitments for ad and cloud services. This partnership, alongside the acquisition of Northern Data AG greatly expanding Rumble's AI and cloud infrastructure, is fueling strong discussions about the stock being undervalued and ripe for a potential short squeeze given its high short interest.

Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc. engages in the provision of design, development, and sale of exoskeleton technology that currently has applications in healthcare and industrial markets. The company was founded on January 30, 2012 and is headquartered in San Rafael, CA.

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Ekso Bionics ($EKSO) is seeing a significant surge and exceptional trading volume following news of a proposed business combination with Applied Digital's Cloud business to form ChronoScale Corporation, focused on AI workloads. The community is actively debating the implications of this AI infrastructure play, with many highlighting its low float and anticipating further momentum from short squeezes. However, some voices express caution regarding potential dilution for existing shareholders and the long-term outlook of the combined entity.

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ProShares Ultra Silver (AGQ) is trending amid a significant surge in silver prices, fueled by increasing industrial demand and speculation that silver is playing catch-up with gold's rally. The community is buzzing with predictions of further explosive gains and a 'silver squeeze,' though some express caution about extreme volatility and the potential for a sharp correction in this leveraged commodity.

Coupang, Inc. engages in the provision of retail, restaurant delivery, video streaming, and fintech services to customers around the world under brands that include Coupang, Coupang Eats, Coupang Play, and Farfetch. It operates through the Product Commerce and Developing Offerings segments. The Product Commerce segment consists of the company's core retail and marketplace offerings and Rocket Fresh, its fresh grocery category offering. It also includes advertising products associated with these offerings. The Developing Offerings segment covers the company's more nascent offerings and services including: Coupang Eats, a restaurant ordering and delivery service in Korea, Coupang Play, an online content streaming service in Korea, fintech services, retail operations in Taiwan, as well as advertising products associated with these offerings. It also includes Farfetch, a global luxury fashion marketplace. The company was founded by Bom Kim in 2010 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

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Coupang is trending due to escalating controversy surrounding a significant data breach impacting millions of users and its perceived lack of transparency, drawing strong criticism from both Korean government officials and consumers. The community is vigorously discussing leadership's response and the potential for severe operational and financial repercussions, as mounting calls for boycotts and legal action cast a shadow over its future in its dominant market.

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U.S. biotech stocks, particularly small and mid-cap companies, remained a focal point for retail investors in 2024 despite significant volatility.&nbsp;Collectively, biotech stocks on U.S. bourses have garnered over 3.3 million watchers on Stocktwits.&nbsp;Here are the top five biotech stocks that saw the most significant surge in new followers this year:CERo Therapeutics Holdings Inc. (CERO): +44544% WatchersThis immunotherapy company develops engineered T-cell therapeutics for cancer. <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CERO">CERO</a> saw major retail interest following the FDA’s clearance of its lead compound, CER-1236, for Phase 1 clinical trials after an earlier clinical hold. The company went public via a SPAC merger in February and has lost 99% of its value this year.Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (PBM): +6741% WatchersKnown for developing natural psilocybin products for treating psychological trauma, PBM gained attention for positive results from its Phase IIb trial in adjustment disorder treatment for terminal cancer patients.&nbsp;Its&nbsp;shares have also dropped 99% this year since the company’s March SPAC debut.Azitra Inc. (AZTR): +2365% WatchersSpecializing in dermatological therapies using engineered proteins and live biotherapeutic products, AZTR drew attention for securing&nbsp;a fast track designation for ATR-04 and other multiple&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-are-azitra-shares-trending-on-wednesday/c7r4UW0RbE">patents</a>. Its stock value has plunged more than 99% since its debut in June last year.Immuneering Corporation (IMRX): +2248% WatchersFocused on oncology, IMRX’s lead program, IMM-1-104, received FDA orphan drug designation for pancreatic cancer and fast-track status to treat certain melanoma patients, and is currently in a Phase 2a trial. <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IMRX">IMRX shares</a> have declined over 70% year-to-date.NKGen Biotech Inc. (NKGN): +1260% WatchersNKGN develops autologous and CAR-NK cell therapies. Its SNK01 natural killer cell therapy for Alzheimer’s disease showed promising results, with 90% of patients maintaining or improving cognitive function. The candidate was cleared to progress into phase 2 clinical development, which will involve a larger group of 30 patients with moderate Alzheimer's disease. Shares, however, have fallen more than 66% this year.Despite their stock price struggles, these companies have captivated retail investors with groundbreaking therapies and promising clinical developments, positioning them as key biotech names to watch heading into 2025.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Despite their stock price struggles, these companies have captivated retail investors with groundbreaking therapies and promising clinical developments.

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NKGen Biotech, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company, which focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative autologous, allogeneic, and CAR-NK cell therapies utilizing a proprietary SNK platform. Its product candidates are based on a proprietary manufacturing and cryopreservation process which produces SNK cells that have high potency as defined by parameters such as cytotoxicity, cytokine production, and activating receptor expression. The company was founded by Sangwoo Park in 2017 and is headquartered in Santa Ana, CA.

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