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Back in 2011, long before “crypto Twitter”, NFTs, or VC-backed chains existed, users of the BitcoinTalk forum came up with a new currency - not to launch a network, but to make fun of btc.... and so: The first memecoin/memecurrency was born.  On May 23, 2011, a Something Awful poster cracked, “Has anyone called them buttcoins yet?”. It was sophomoric and perfect. Within weeks the gag metastasized into Buttcoin.org, a parody blog that described a “peer to peer butt” economy while cataloging mining fiascos, exchange blowups, and MLM-adjacent “innovations”.

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Buttcoin is surging as a nostalgic yet serious cultural movement, leveraging its 2011 origin as the internet's original Bitcoin parody to capture investor attention. The community is actively highlighting its deep historical roots, recent high-profile whale endorsements, and its transition onto modern blockchain infrastructure as key factors driving its momentum.

Aerodrome Finance is a next-generation AMM designed to serve as Base's central liquidity hub, combining a powerful liquidity incentive engine, vote-lock governance model, and friendly user experience. Aerodrome inherits the latest features from Velodrome V2.

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Aerodrome Finance is gaining significant traction as traders weigh a major expansion to the Ethereum mainnet alongside strong institutional accumulation and consistent protocol revenue growth. The community is actively discussing the token's role as a primary liquidity hub on the Base ecosystem, with many investors viewing current price action as a strategic accumulation opportunity ahead of anticipated market shifts.

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Dumb SEND IT ($DSIT) is gaining traction as a high-volatility meme coin on the Solana network, with the community actively celebrating its early growth, developer accessibility, and airdrop events. Traders are focused on pushing the token past key market cap milestones while encouraging engagement through aggressive social media activity and strategic buying during dips.

Orca is the most user-friendly DEX on Solana.  Orca is one of the first general-purpose AMMs launched on Solana. Users can swap assets, provide liquidity, and earn yield through an easy-to-use interface. Projects can use Orca as a money-lego to easily integrate swapping, farming, or on-chain data into their dApp.  Orca strives to provide easy and effective financial tools for everyone, bringing DeFi to the masses.

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ORCA is experiencing a massive short squeeze following a significant uptick in trading volume and public attention related to its role in the Solana ecosystem. Community members are actively debating the token's explosive price action, with some focused on the potential for continued momentum while others caution against the volatility of this pump.

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UpDog is trending as the community leans into its established two-year Solana history, using persistent meme-driven engagement and organic social promotion to rally holders. Investors are actively discussing the token's presence on the Jupiter strict list and its role within the broader meme coin meta, with discussions centered on whale accumulation and long-term community dedication.

PENGU is the official coin of Pudgy Penguins.  Pudgy Penguins has become the face of crypto with one of the most influential communities in the industry. From large companies wearing the Penguin, to being featured in ETF commercials, to garnering millions of followers and over 100 billion views, the Pengu has become a cultural icon making PENGU the world’s social currency.  PENGU allows for the ever-expanding Pudgy Penguin fanbase and the hundreds of millions of people outside of crypto that see and share the Pudgy Penguin everyday, to join The Huddle. PENGU is a symbol for community, memes, and good vibes.  Believe in Pengu. Believe in the Prophecy.

Pudgy Penguins

Pudgy Penguins is trending as holders actively accumulate during a consolidation phase, citing the project's unique "phygital" strategy and retail presence as key pillars for long-term growth. While some investors debate the risks of meme coin volatility, the community is heavily focused on potential breakout triggers and the project's ongoing brand expansion efforts.

Seres Therapeutics, Inc. engages in the development of biological drugs through microbiome therapeutics platform. Its product pipeline includes SER-109, SER-287, SER-301, and SER-401. The company was founded by Geoffrey von Maltzahn, David A. Berry, and Noubar B. Afeyan on October 18, 2010 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Seres Therapeutics Inc

Seres Therapeutics is experiencing heightened investor attention driven by sustained trading volume, fueling persistent community speculation regarding a potential buyout or strategic partnership. While investors are closely monitoring clinical developments and the company's financial runway, the market remains reactive to these recurring M&A rumors despite a lack of formal announcements.

Intellia Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical stage genome editing company, which engages in the development of curative therapeutics using the CRISPR/Cas9 system. Its CRISPR/Cas9 system transforms medicine by both producing therapeutics that permanently edit and/or correct disease-associated genes in the human body with a single treatment course, and creates engineered cells that can treat oncological and immunological diseases. The company was founded by Andrew May, Luciano Marraffini, Rodolphe Barrangou, Nessan Bermingham, Rachel Haurwitz, Erik Sontheimer, Jennifer Doudna, and Derrick Rossi in May 2014 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Intellia Therapeutics Inc

Intellia Therapeutics is trending as investors react to the FDA lifting clinical holds on its key cardiovascular trial, fueling speculation about a potential short squeeze given the stock's elevated short interest. While the company faces pressure from macroeconomic volatility and dilution concerns, the community is focused on the long-term potential of its in vivo gene editing pipeline and upcoming pivotal trial data readouts.

TRUMP is a politics-themed digital coin built on the Solana blockchain that uses the brand of Donald Trump to foster a community-driven ecosystem. As a community-focused asset, it is designed to bridge political support with web ownership, operating within the PolitiFi sector to blend political movements with decentralized finance tools. The project's main value proposition lies in its official ties to Donald Trump’s media and business brands, which allows it to provide unique physical utility such as invitations to gala dinners and meetings at Mar-a-Lago.  The token serves as the primary currency for the officially licensed Trump Billionaires Club mobile and web game, where it is used for in-game purchases and unlocking features. By leveraging the Solana blockchain, the project ensures that these in-game actions and token transfers remain fast and cost-effective. The ecosystem remains stable through a programmatic release schedule that introduces new tokens slowly to prevent supply shocks, alongside the use of specialized market makers to maintain consistent liquidity for traders.  Holders can also participate in liquidity sharing by providing their tokens to automated systems to facilitate trading for others, often earning rewards or prizes in return. Beyond digital utility, holding a specific amount of the token is a requirement for attending exclusive real-world events, including VIP parties at Mar-a-Lago. The project is managed by the Trump Meme Team and is linked with Trump Media, with an investor base that includes a wide range of retail buyers and large holders who utilize secure custody services for their assets.

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The TRUMP meme coin is facing severe downward pressure and community backlash, with investors reacting to allegations of a "pump and dump" scheme and frustration over the coin's utility following recent high-profile events. The conversation is dominated by intense political polarization, with critics citing the coin as part of a broader pattern of financial exploitation while supporters continue to debate its role as a speculative asset.

Cameco Corp. engages in the provision of uranium. It operates through the Uranium and Fuel Services segments. The Uranium segment is involved in the exploration for, mining, milling, purchase, and sale of uranium concentrate. The Fuel Services segment deals with the refining, conversion, and fabrication of uranium concentrate and the purchase and sale of conversion services. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada.

Cameco Corp.

Cameco is currently trending as investors focus on the company's central role in the nuclear energy sector, bolstered by significant federal investments in reactor buildouts and sustained long-term demand for uranium as a baseload power source for AI infrastructure. The community is actively discussing Cameco's strong institutional support and its strategic positioning within the nuclear fuel cycle while weighing the stock's recent price appreciation against long-term growth prospects.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Intel will report first-quarter earnings on April 23, with analysts expecting $12.3 billion in revenue.</li><li>Intel’s participation in the multi-billion-dollar Terafab project has boosted confidence in its advanced chipmaking.&nbsp;</li><li>On Monday, Northland analyst Gus Richard lifted Intel’s price target to $92 from $54 while keeping an ‘Outperform’ rating on the shares.</li></ul>Intel Corp. (INTC) stock hit over twenty-five-year highs on Friday, riding a powerful wave of investor optimism ahead of its first-quarter earnings on April 23.&nbsp;The chip giant, once viewed as a struggling legacy player, is now being repositioned by markets as an important pillar in the global artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Intel’s AI Foundry Expansion</h2>Intel’s transformation has been driven by a series of strategic partnerships and manufacturing milestones that have helped reposition the company within the AI supply chain.&nbsp;Intel’s inclusion in the multi-billion-dollar Terafab initiative has strengthened confidence in its ability to compete in high-end chip production. Terafab will include two dedicated production lines for different chip designs, allowing new chip iterations to be manufactured and tested in less than a week.Intel contributes key strengths to Terafab, including advanced power delivery technology for high-performance AI chips, chiplet-based packaging systems for greater efficiency, and U.S.-based manufacturing facilities that help reduce supply chain and geopolitical risks.According to a CRN&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.crn.com/news/components-peripherals/2026/intel-tells-staff-it-will-disclose-scope-of-work-with-elon-musk-in-coming-weeks">report</a>, Intel will inform employees in the coming weeks about the details of its involvement in Elon Musk’s “Terafab” chip project.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/INTC">Intel stock</a> traded over 1% higher on Friday mid-morning.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Major Tech Partnerships And Geopolitical Tailwinds</h2>On Monday, Northland analyst Gus Richard raised the firm’s price target on Intel to $92 from $54 while maintaining an ‘Outperform’ rating on the stock, according to TheFly.&nbsp;Richard emphasized that Intel’s expanding set of agreements with major technology and industrial players underscores its importance as one of the few remaining leading-edge logic chip manufacturers.&nbsp;The analyst also pointed to tightening global capacity for advanced chips as a key driver behind the bullish outlook.&nbsp;For the first quarter, analysts expect revenue of $12.3 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.01.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Are Retail Traders Saying?</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘extremely bullish’ territory amid ‘high’ message volume levels.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_17_110102_png_9316a1c793.webp" alt="INTC’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 10:45 a.m. ET on Apr.17, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits" width="929" height="98"><figcaption>INTC’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 10:45 a.m. ET on Apr.17, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A Stocktwits user said next week will be the “most important” for the company.&nbsp;<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/makeithappen1/message/650581921</stembedurl>Another user expects Intel to disclose the details of its Terafab deal&nbsp;in the coming weeks.&nbsp;<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Yaaabuddy6/message/650589403</stembedurl>INTC stock has gained over 89% year-to-date.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/apple-china-surge-shows-pricing-power-matters-in-a-supply-crunch-retail-bulls-take-notice/cZJUsxBRIUG">Apple’s China Surge Shows Pricing Power Matters In A Supply Crunch – Retail Bulls Take Notice</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

 In this photographic illustration, the Intel logo appears on a smartphone reflecting an abstract illustration dominated by blue and black, on September 22, 2025. 

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Needham stated that TSMC’s 66.2% gross profit margin in Q1 and the second-quarter margin guidance were the highlights of the earnings announcement.</li><li>The firm also noted that TSMC is trying to strike a balance between customer demand and avoiding overrunning its capital expenditure forecast for the fiscal year.</li><li>TSMC expects its FY26 capex to come in at the higher end of its previous projection of $56 billion.</li></ul>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM) earned a price target hike on Thursday following the company’s beat-and-raise performance in the first quarter (Q1).According to TheFly, Needham analysts raised their price target for TSM to $480 from $410, implying an upside of nearly 32% from current levels. The firm maintained its ‘Buy’ rating for the TSM stock.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TSM">Taiwan Semiconductor shares</a> were down more than 2% in Thursday’s opening trade.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Strong Print That Is Hard To Pick On, Says Needham</h2>Needham stated in its note that TSMC’s Q1 earnings print was strong and hard to pick on. The firm stated that TSMC’s gross profit margin of 66.2% in Q1 and the margin guidance for the second quarter (Q2) were the best highlights of the earnings announcement.The firm also noted that TSMC is trying to strike a balance between customer demand and avoiding overrunning its capital expenditure forecast for the fiscal year. TSMC expects its FY26 capex to come in at the higher end of its previous projection of $56 billion.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Conviction In AI Megatrend Remains High, Says TSMC CEO</h2>TSMC CEO CC Wei stated during a call with analysts that his conviction in the AI megatrend remains high, driven by strong signals and a positive outlook from the company’s customers.“AI-related demand continued to be extremely robust. The shift from generative AI and the query mode to agentic AI and ... the action mode is leading to another step up in the amount of tokens being consumed. This is driving the need for more and more computation,” Wei added.Overall, advanced 7-nanometer and below wafer technologies accounted for the bulk of TSMC’s wafer revenue during the quarter, at 74%. The 5-nanometer node emerged as the largest single contributor at 36%, followed by the bleeding-edge 3-nanometer node at 25%.<h2 class="st-heading-2">TSMC CEO Downplays Disruption Concerns Due To Iran War&nbsp;</h2>Wei downplayed concerns about disruptions due to the war in Iran, stating that the company has diversified its supply chains.“For specialty chemicals and gases, including helium and hydrogen, we source from multiple suppliers in different regions, and we have prepared safety stock inventory on hand. We are also working closely with our suppliers to further strengthen the resiliency and sustainability of our supply chain,” he said.Wei also highlighted that the Taiwan government has secured sufficient LNG supply, expected to last through May, so TSMC does not expect any near-term disruption or impact on its operations.<h2 class="st-heading-2">TSMC’s Q1 Beats Wall Street Expectations</h2>TSMC’s&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/tsm-stock-q1-results-top-estimates-ai-chip-demand-advanced-processors/cZJvBkMRIDG">net income</a> in Q1 stood at NT$572.48 billion ($18.14 billion), beating Wall Street estimates of NT$553.4 billion, according to Fiscal.ai data. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) came in at NT$22.08, beating an estimated NT$20.96.TSMC’s revenue in Q1 came in at NT$1.134 trillion, surpassing an estimate of NT$1.127 trillion.The company forecast a gross profit margin of 65.5% to 67.5% in the second quarter, with revenue between $39 billion and $40.2 billion, according to the company.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Retail Traders React?</h2>Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TSM">Taiwan Semiconductor</a> trended in the ‘extremely bullish’ territory, with message volumes at ‘extremely high’ levels at the time of writing.One bullish user stated that TSMC’s earnings were great, except for the company’s capex guidance.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/ycdctx/message/650479456</stembedurl><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TSM">TSM stock</a> is up 22% year-to-date and 133% over the past 12 months. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) is up 134% over the past 12 months, while the Avantis Emerging Markets Equity ETF (AVEM) is up 53%.NT$1 = $0.032Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/sp-500-record-high-extending-gains-4-day-solid-earnings-positive-iran-war/cZJvmGPRIDS">S&amp;P 500 Hits Record High, Extending Gains To 4th Day — Analyst Says There Could Be More Upside Bias</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

The logo of TSMC at the chipmaker's booth during a semiconductor expo in Nanjing in east China's Jiangsu province Friday, June 20, 2025.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The deal marks a shift in Intel’s role from a traditional chipmaker to a core manufacturing backbone supporting Musk’s broader AI ecosystem.</li><li>Terafab will target an annual output exceeding one terawatt of computing power.</li><li>Intel’s U.S.-based manufacturing footprint in Ohio and Arizona strengthens supply chain resilience.</li></ul>Intel Corp. (INTC) has unveiled a strategic partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX, xAI, and Tesla Inc. (TSLA) to advance the development of next-generation silicon fabrication technology.&nbsp;The deal, announced in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/intel/status/2041501301318766866">post</a> on the X platform, marks a strategic pivot that positions Intel not just as a chipmaker but as the central foundry for Elon Musk’s integrated AI, robotics, and space initiatives.<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Is Project Terafab?&nbsp;</h2>Elon Musk introduced Terafab in March, describing it as “the most epic chip-building exercise in history.” The new semiconductor facility, a joint effort between Tesla and SpaceX, will consolidate chip design, manufacturing, packaging, and testing under one roof, aiming to deliver more than one terawatt of computing power annually.Terafab will feature two dedicated fabrication lines for separate chip architectures, enabling new chip versions to be produced and tested in under a week.“Either we make Terafab, or we will be stuck at the ~20% chip/memory output growth per year of the current industry,” Musk said.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Intel’s Technical Edge And Advantages</h2>Intel brings several advantages to Terafab, including Backside Power Delivery (PowerVia) for ultra-high-performance AI chips, advanced chiplet stacking using Foveros and EMIB packaging, and domestic manufacturing sites in Ohio and Arizona that safeguard supply chains against geopolitical instability.&nbsp;This ensures Musk’s AI and robotics ambitions can scale securely within the United States.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/INTC">Intel stock</a> traded over 1% higher on Tuesday morning.&nbsp;According to a CNBC&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/01/intel-stock-ireland-stake-chip-factory.html#:~:text=%22Our%202024%20agreement%20was%20the,and%20an%20evolved%20business%20strategy.%22">report</a>, Intel has built a reputation for top-tier PC and server CPUs, but its approach sets it apart from many competitors. Unlike companies such as Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Nvidia (NVDA), which rely on external foundries for chip production, Intel handles both the design and fabrication of its processors and is also exploring manufacturing chips for other firms.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Retail Traders React?&nbsp;</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘extremely bullish’ territory amid ‘high’ message volume levels.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_07_101050_png_9af3b5becb.webp" alt="INTC’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 09:45 a.m. ET on Apr.7, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits" width="924" height="98"><figcaption>INTC’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 09:45 a.m. ET on Apr.7, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A Stocktwits user expressed optimism about the stock’s growth following the Terafab deal.&nbsp;<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/ss1983/message/649573542</stembedurl>INTC stock has gained over 40% year-to-date.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/president-trump-stokes-market-nervousness-with-iran-ultimatum-warns-a-whole-civilization-will-die-tonight/cZJJrcZRIpS">President Trump Stokes Market Nervousness With Iran Ultimatum, Warns ‘A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight</a>’For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, a close-up of a printed circuit board (PCB) is seen, while the Intel logo is displayed on a screen in the background. (Photo by Nikos Pekiaridis/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

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