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SPY is trending amidst heightened geopolitical tensions, primarily fueled by President Trump's recent rhetoric regarding Greenland and threats of substantial tariffs against European allies like France. The community is bracing for significant market volatility, with many predicting a "bloodbath" and actively discussing bearish positions, while others anticipate a "buy the dip" recovery. These concerns are amplified by broader instability in global financial markets, including surging bond yields in both the US and Japan.

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The Invesco QQQ Trust is trending amid escalating geopolitical tensions and tariff threats from the US concerning Greenland, compounded by an anticipated Supreme Court decision related to tariffs, which has triggered a pre-market sell-off in tech-heavy indices. Community sentiment is sharply divided; while some anticipate a severe market downturn and "Black Tuesday," many others see this as a manufactured dip and a "buy the dip" opportunity, expecting a quick recovery. This dynamic reflects QQQ's sensitivity to global trade policy and broader economic uncertainties, despite ongoing tech sector narratives.

ImmunityBio, Inc. is a clinical stage immunotherapy company. It develops next generation therapies that drive immunogenic mechanisms for defeating cancers and infectious diseases. The company's immunotherapy platform activates both the innate and adaptive immune systems to create long term immunological memory. ImmunityBio was founded by Patrick Soon-Shiong in 2014 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

ImmunityBio Inc

ImmunityBio (IBRX) is experiencing significant buzz following its Saudi FDA approval for non-small cell lung cancer, signaling a potential paradigm shift in cancer treatment. The community is fiercely optimistic, citing high short interest, CEO Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong's vocal advocacy against perceived FDA bureaucracy, and the company's mission to cure cancer as drivers for an anticipated massive short squeeze and substantial growth.

Alpha Tau Medical Ltd. is a clinical-stage oncology therapeutics company, which focuses on the research, development, and commercialization of diffusing alpha-emitters radiation therapy for the treatment of cancer. The firm is involved in the clinical trials at cancer centers with indications that include skin cancer, oral cavity cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The company was founded by Uzi Sofer, Yona Keisari, and Itzhak Kelson in November 2015 and is headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel.

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Alpha Tau Medical (DRTS) is trending strongly, fueled by recent breakthrough pancreatic cancer data and high expectations surrounding its J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference presentation. The community is abuzz with anticipation for imminent PMDA approval in Japan and rumored institutional buying, spotlighting Alpha Tau's innovative Alpha DaRT technology as a potentially undervalued and disruptive force in oncology. Significant trading volume reflects growing investor confidence and a belief that clinical milestones are poised to drive substantial upside, independent of broader market trends.

POET Technologies, Inc. engages in the designing, developing, manufacturing and sale of opto-electronic solutions for the sensing, data communications and telecommunications markets. It developed POET Optical Interposer platform, which allows the integration of electronic and photonic devices into a single multi-chip module. The company was founded on November 14, 1985 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

POET Technologies Inc

POET Technologies is trending as investors are enthusiastic about recent confirmations of its Optical Interposer technology being utilized by major players like Marvell, acquired through Celestial AI. The community is actively discussing POET's role as a critical enabler for the AI and data center "optical supercycle" by offering high-density, low-power, and cost-effective optical interconnect solutions. Anticipation is high for upcoming customer and investor disclosures, though some perceive market manipulation hindering immediate price appreciation.

IREN Ltd. is a vertically integrated data center business powering the future of Bitcoin, AI and beyond with renewable energy. It is strategically located in renewable-rich, fiber-connected regions across the US and Canada. IREN’s large-scale, grid-connected facilities are purpose-built for the next generation of power-dense computing applications. The company was founded by Daniel Roberts and William Roberts on November 6, 2018, and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia.

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IREN Limited

IREN is trending due to its pivotal shift toward AI cloud infrastructure, with recent positive news on semiconductor tariffs and ongoing speculation about major partnerships with tech giants like xAI sparking community interest. Investors are keenly debating its valuation and future growth, emphasizing its valuable power capacity in a rapidly expanding AI sector, leading to active buying on dips and profit-taking.

Critical Metals Corp. engages in the mining, exploration, and development of lithium metals. It owns Wolfsberg Project and Tanbreez Project. The company was founded on October 24, 2022 and is headquartered in British Virgin Islands.

Critical Metals Corp.

Critical Metals Corp. (CRML) is drawing significant market attention amidst escalating geopolitical discussions surrounding Greenland's vast critical mineral resources and the strategic imperative to secure rare earth supply chains. Community discussion is buzzing around the company's established partnerships for rare earth processing and expectations for updates from a highly anticipated business call, all set against a backdrop of increasing global demand for strategic metals.

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. engages in operating social media and in the technology business. Its brands include TRUTH Social, TMTG+ and TMTG News. The company was founded on March 28, 2024 and is headquartered in Sarasota, FL.

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp.

Trump Media & Technology Group is trending as discussions center on former President Trump's controversial efforts to acquire Greenland, reportedly linked to a perceived Nobel Peace Prize snub. This has spurred debate over potential tariffs on European nations in opposition, polarizing the community between those who view it as a bold 'America First' strategy and those warning of destabilized alliances and potential market repercussions.

AppLovin Corp. engages in the development and operation of a mobile marketing platform. It offers AppDiscovery, MAX, Adjust, and SparkLabs. Its software-based platform caters to mobile application developers to improve the marketing and monetization of applications. The company was founded by Andrew Karam, John Krystynak, and Adam Foroughi in 2011 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

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AppLovin is trending amidst a notable downturn, with community discussion centered on a resurfaced short report alleging fraudulent data practices and money laundering. Despite recent analyst upgrades highlighting its strong fundamentals and AI-driven ad platform, many investors are debating whether the sharp decline stems from market manipulation or presents a strategic buying opportunity ahead of upcoming earnings.

Ardelyx, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company, which engages in the business of developing and commercializing biopharmaceutical products. The firm is also involved in developing a unique and innovative platform that enables the discovery of new biological mechanisms and pathways to develop potent and efficacious therapies that minimize the side effects and drug-drug interactions frequently encountered with traditional, systemically absorbed medicines. The company was founded by Dominique Charmot, Peter G. Schultz, and Jean M. Frechet in October 2007 and is headquartered in Waltham, MA.

Ardelyx Inc

Ardelyx is experiencing significant upward momentum driven by strong preliminary Q4 results and an accelerated 2026 outlook, with IBSRELA revenue now projected to reach $1 billion by 2029. This bullish sentiment is further fueled by a patent extension for both IBSRELA and XPHOZAH until 2041, which the community sees as a 'game changer' fundamentally re-rating the company's long-term value and sparking widespread speculation about potential acquisition interest.

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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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Top 5 Biotech Stocks That Captured Retail Investor Interest The Most In 2024

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.

Current Price	$0.06
Prev Close	$0.06
Open	$0.06
Dividend Yield	0.00%
50-Day Moving Average	$0.0399
Beta	5.83
Avg. Volume	8,232.14
PE Ratio	-0.04

52-Week High	$0.91
52-Week Low	$0.0002
Market Capitalization	$7.46M
EPS (Annual)	-$1.54
Price to Book	-0.04
Revenue Per Employee	$0.00
Enterprise Value/EBITDA	N/A

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