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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Communication Services sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>14.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RBLX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$42.50</td>
<td>$27.0K</td>
<td>19.4K</td>
<td>6.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ROKU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$143.2K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BILI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$93.3K</td>
<td>76.9K</td>
<td>861</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CNK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$115.8K</td>
<td>28</td>
<td>579</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$97.8K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td>139</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>META</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$54.6K</td>
<td>523</td>
<td>49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BIDU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$48.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NFLX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>319</td>
<td>22</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding GOOGL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on October 11, 2024. Parties traded 434 contract(s) at a $165.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 48 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $79.0K, with a price of $183.0 per contract. There were 4810 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 14892 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RBLX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 111 contract(s) at a $42.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.0K, with a price of $244.0 per contract. There were 19405 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6245 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ROKU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROKU#NASDAQ">ROKU</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 501 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 53 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $143.2K, with a price of $282.0 per contract. There were 5526 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1119 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BILI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILI#NASDAQ">BILI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 105 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 203 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $93.3K, with a price of $460.0 per contract. There were 76903 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 861 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CNK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNK#NYSE">CNK</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 469 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 579 contract(s) at a $22.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 33 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $115.8K, with a price of $200.0 per contract. There were 28 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 579 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GOOG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 168 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 60 contract(s) at a $165.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $97.8K, with a price of $1630.0 per contract. There were 3413 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 139 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For META (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 140 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $600.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $54.6K, with a price of $5460.0 per contract. There were 523 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 49 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BIDU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIDU#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 469 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 43 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.3K, with a price of $1125.0 per contract. There were 1853 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 43 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NFLX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 441 day(s) on December 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1 contract(s) at a $430.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.8K, with a price of $31895.0 per contract. There were 319 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 22 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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9 Communication Services Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Good Morning Traders! In today&#39;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#39;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#39;s dive into the stock analysis:
<h3>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</h3>
SPY&nbsp;(ARCA: SPY) is currently trading near the 569.16 level. For bullish momentum to continue, we need to see a move toward 569.98 and for this level to hold firmly as support. If buyers maintain control, we expect a test of 571.06. Should this level act as strong support during market hours, an advance to 572.15 is likely. The day&rsquo;s bull target tops out at 573.50.
In contrast, if 569.16 fails to serve as support, sellers may push prices lower toward 567.81. A break below this level could signal a further decline to 566.46. If selling pressure increases, the next downside level to watch is 565.38. A sharp selloff could bring the price down to our lower target at 564.29.
<h3>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1</h3>
QQQ&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqq#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is currently trading near 483.95. For bullish strength, we need to see buyers hold above this level and push the price up to 486.10. If 486.10 holds as support, the next target is 487.69. If the buying pressure sustains, a rally toward 490.05 may be possible. The high bull target for the day is 491.82.
Should the 483.95 level fail to hold, we expect the bears to drive the price toward 481.73. Continued weakness would likely result in further downside to 479.03. Persistent selling could push the price lower to 476.85, with our low bear target for the session resting at 474.66.
<h3>Apple Inc.</h3>
Apple (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is trading near 226.08. For the bulls, we&rsquo;re looking for this level to act as support, which could lead to a push higher toward 227.82. Should the momentum hold, the next target is 229.03. If Apple continues to climb, we anticipate reaching the high bull target of 230.25.
If 226.08 breaks down as support, the bears will likely target 225.31. Selling pressure could drive the price lower toward 223.87, and if this level fails, 222.96 comes into focus. The session&rsquo;s low bear target for Apple is 222.24.
<h3>Microsoft Corp.</h3>
Microsoft&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is currently trading around 417.25. For the bulls to take control, we need to see a hold above 417.25 and a push higher toward 419.17. A continued bullish move could lead to a test of 420.26. If buying strength holds throughout the session, the price may approach our high bull target of 421.62.
On the downside, a failure to hold 417.25 could open the door for a move toward 416.32. A further breakdown would see bears testing 414.56, with continued selling pushing the price lower to 413.14. The low bear target for the day is 411.72.
<h3>NVIDIA Corporation</h3>
NVIDIA (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is trading close to 123.41. To see further upside, we need a rally to 125.21, with this level acting as solid support. If buyers maintain control, 126.84 becomes the next target. A strong upward move could lead to a test of 128.10, with the high bull target set at 129.53.
If 123.41 does not hold as support, a move lower toward 121.97 is likely. Continued selling pressure may result in a further drop to 120.27. If weakness persists, the bears could drive the price toward 119.44, with a low bear target for the session at 117.86.
<h3>Alphabet Inc Class A</h3>
Alphabet&nbsp; (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)&nbsp;is currently trading near 165.41. Bulls will be looking to hold this level and push the price higher to 167.04. If buyers remain in control, the price may reach our next target at 169.34, which serves as the high bull target for the day.
If 165.41 fails as support, bears may take the price lower to 163.79. A continued breakdown could lead to a test of 161.79. If selling accelerates, the low bear target for the day is 160.36.
<h3>Meta Platforms Inc</h3>
Meta&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>) is currently trading around 585.73. For the bulls to maintain control, this level must hold as support, allowing a move toward 591.29. If momentum builds, Meta could push higher to 598.17. Continued buying strength could take Meta to our high bull target of 609.30.
On the downside, failure to hold 585.73 may lead to a decline to 580.17. If selling pressure persists, the price could fall further to 573.25. Should the bears dominate, we&rsquo;re looking at a low bear target of 565.53 for the day.
<h3>Tesla Inc.</h3>
Tesla&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is currently trading around 243.98. Bulls will aim to push the price higher to 246.16. If buying momentum continues, the next target is 248.37. Should Tesla maintain its upward trajectory, we expect a move toward 250.25. The high bull target for the day is set at 252.38.
If Tesla fails to hold 243.98 as support, the price could fall to 242.49. Continued downside pressure could bring 239.92 into play, with a further move lower to the low bear target of 238.50.
Final Word: As the week comes to a close, today&#39;s session holds significant weight due to the upcoming Non-Farm Payrolls and the September Unemployment Rate, both released at 8:30 AM ET. These key indicators will provide fresh insight into the labor market&#39;s health, potentially sparking significant market reactions. Adding to this, at 9:00 AM ET, Fed official John Williams will be speaking at a New York conference, which could further stir market volatility. Given the weight of these events, today is set to be highly active and could see sharp market swings. It&#39;s important to manage risk carefully and trade with a cautious mindset. Stay sharp, good luck, and Happy Friday!
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Market Clubhouse Morning Memo - October 4th, 2024 (Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META And TSLA)

On Friday, Hyundai Motor Company (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMTF#OTC">HYMTF</a>) and Waymo by Google parent Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) announced in a joint statement that they have entered into a multi-year strategic collaboration. The initial phase involves integrating Waymo&#8217;s sixth-generation autonomous technology, known as the &#8220;Waymo Driver,&#8221; into Hyundai&#8217;s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV.
What Happened: The IONIQ 5 vehicles will be manufactured at Hyundai&#8217;s new EV facility in Georgia and will join the Waymo One fleet. The companies aim to produce a significant volume of these vehicles over several years to support Waymo One&#8217;s expansion. Testing of the Waymo-enabled IONIQ 5 is expected to commence by late 2025, with availability to riders following in subsequent years, according to PRNewswire.
Waymo&#8217;s co-CEO, Tekedra Mawakana, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting Hyundai&#8217;s commitment to sustainability and electric vehicles. José Muñoz, president and global COO of Hyundai, emphasized the shared vision of enhancing safety, efficiency, and convenience in transportation. The collaboration marks the beginning of further joint efforts between the two companies.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41157836/teslas-cybercabs-could-be-a-potential-ride-sharing-disruptor-says-analyst-heres-wha?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tesla&#8217;s &#8216;Cybercabs&#8217; Could Be A Potential Ride-Sharing Disruptor, Says Analyst: Here&#8217;s What Investors Can</a>
Chang Song, President of Hyundai&#8217;s Advanced Vehicle Platform Division, noted that the partnership aligns with Hyundai&#8217;s autonomous vehicle foundry initiative, which aims to support global autonomous driving companies with advanced vehicles.
The announcement comes ahead of Tesla&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41181089/tesla-robotaxi-event-might-have-3-product-announcements-but-will-likely-be-light-on"> Robotaxi event slated</a> for Oct. 10 where CEO Elon Musk is expected to reveal three vehicles.
Why It Matters: The collaboration between Hyundai and Waymo signifies a significant step in the autonomous vehicle industry. This comes at a time when Waymo&#8217;s expansion into autonomous ride-hailing services is gaining momentum. In a recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40855784/uber-stock-spikes-as-ceo-praises-waymos-fully-autonomous-trips">partnership with Uber</a>, Waymo plans to launch autonomous ride-hailing services in Austin and Atlanta by early 2025. This collaboration will involve Uber managing a fleet of Waymo&#8217;s fully autonomous, all-electric Jaguar I-PACE vehicles.
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Ahead Of Tesla Robotaxi Event, Alphabet's Waymo Partners With Hyundai For Autonomous Taxi Expansion

The tech world is buzzing with news of Telegram's recent shift in privacy policy, where the platform will now provide user data like IP addresses and phone numbers to authorities in response to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telegram">valid legal requests</a>. 
Known for its staunch commitment to free speech and privacy, this change signals a significant shift for Telegram. It is also sparking broader discussions on how social media companies like X (formerly Twitter), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, and LinkedIn navigate the balance between user privacy and growing government pressure.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Telegram's Privacy U-Turn: Safety Measure Or Compromise?</h2>
Telegram&#8217;s CEO, Pavel Durov, has long upheld his platform as a sanctuary for free expression. 
However, the company's updated policy now allows for user data to be shared in criminal cases, following Durov's arrest in France as part of a legal investigation into illegal activities on the platform, including child exploitation and drug trafficking.
While Telegram has promised transparency through quarterly reports on shared data, many wonder if the platform's privacy-first reputation has been compromised.
Related: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/10/41145263/telegrams-pavel-durov-little-has-changed-in-privacy-policies-despite-legal-woes">Telegram&#8217;s Pavel Durov: &#8216;Little Has Changed&#8217; In Privacy Policies Despite Legal Woes</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Broader Trend Across Social Media Giants</h2>
Telegram's policy shift is not an isolated incident, social media companies worldwide are increasingly finding themselves at the intersection of user privacy and government regulations.
X, for example, has had to comply with court orders in Brazil and India to curb content deemed dangerous, while Meta has faced its own set of privacy issues, particularly around its use of user data for AI training.
Even LinkedIn has raised eyebrows by leveraging public posts for AI development, a practice that sparked outrage among European users when it was revealed that their data was being used for purposes beyond what was originally understood.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Governments &amp; The Delicate Balance For Social Media Platforms</h2>
The rise of social media censorship demands and data-sharing pressures is not limited to authoritarian regimes. Democracies like Brazil, India, and Turkey have implemented stricter content moderation laws, requiring companies to adhere to certain guidelines or face potential bans.
Instagram briefly faced a shutdown in Turkey for its reluctance to comply with content laws, highlighting the delicate line between censorship and compliance.
In the U.S. and Europe, Meta and Snap Inc&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAP#NYSE">SNAP</a>) Snapchat are facing scrutiny for using user data to enhance their artificial intelligence tools without clear communication. This further complicates the public's trust in platforms that handle sensitive user information.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Balancing Growth, Privacy, Free Speech</h2>
For platforms like Telegram, X, and Meta, the challenge of maintaining privacy while expanding globally has never been more evident. 
Google (parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/goog#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) famously left China in 2010 over similar censorship issues, and other tech firms like Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) and TikTok have had to make difficult decisions about how much to concede to government regulations to continue operating in specific markets.
As social media companies face increasing pressure to moderate content, comply with government requests, and share user data, the question remains: can these platforms maintain a balance between privacy, security, and free speech without alienating users?
Telegram's latest policy move, while framed as a security measure, underscores the broader challenge for all social media companies – navigating the fine line between user trust and government control in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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In the first phase of this partnership, the companies will integrate Waymo&#39;s sixth-generation fully autonomous technology &ndash; the Waymo Driver &ndash; into Hyundai&#39;s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV, which will be added to the Waymo One fleet over time.

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Google by Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) is preparing to revolutionize its search experience with a host of new features powered by its Gemini AI models. These changes, announced on Friday, are set to take Google Search beyond its traditional format.
What Happened: The most notable update involves an AI-driven layout that organizes search results, giving prominence to videos, forum links, and widgets. Rhiannon Bell, Google&#8217;s vice president of user experience, described this as a &#8220;pretty dramatic shift&#8221; from previous designs. Initially, this will be applied to open-ended queries like recipe searches, with plans to expand to other topics.
The revamped search page will first be available on mobile devices, with expectations for future desktop integration. Bell emphasized that the new experience is designed for exploration and inspiration, particularly when no definitive answer exists.
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Google will also enhance its Lens feature, allowing users to interact with their environment using their phone&#8217;s camera. Lens will now provide detailed information, including reviews and price comparisons, for shopping-related searches, which account for 20% of all Lens queries, as noted by product director Lou Wang.
Why It Matters: The introduction of these AI-driven features comes at a crucial time for Google. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/events/24/05/38950304/googles-gemini-integrated-search-innovations-what-you-need-to-know">Google&#8216;s Gemini AI</a> additions were unveiled at its I/O Conference earlier this year, marking a strategic move to fend off rising competition from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41087674/openais-searchgpt-set-to-disrupt-googles-search-empire-as-former-engineer-sounds-alarm-on-deteriorat">OpenAI&#8216;s SearchGPT</a>. This new AI-driven search engine is poised to challenge Google&#8217;s longstanding dominance in the market.
Former Google engineer Arvind Jain, now CEO of Glean, has pointed out that Google&#8217;s focus on profitability has led to a decline in user experience, particularly on mobile devices where ads have become overwhelming. This has opened the door for new competitors, making Google&#8217;s latest AI innovations a timely response to maintain its competitive edge.
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YouTube, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google has erroneously banned accounts and removed channels worldwide. Now, the platform is working on reinstating them.
What Happened: On Thursday, YouTube said it is aware of the&nbsp;mistakenly&nbsp;removed channels and banned accounts&nbsp;for policy breaches.
The platform is &#8220;actively working on reinstating the&nbsp;channels&#8221; and restoring access to paid services like YouTube TV, YouTube Premium, and YouTube Music subscriptions.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Hi Creators &#8211; We&#39;re aware of an issue causing some channels to be incorrectly flagged for Spam and removed. Our teams are looking into this and reinstating the channels right now &#8211; thanks so much for your patience. More information: <a href="https://t.co/xQ9AFg0woc">https://t.co/xQ9AFg0woc</a>
&mdash; TeamYouTube (@TeamYouTube) <a href="https://twitter.com/TeamYouTube/status/1841978197086245225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Users affected by this glitch&nbsp;have lost access to their&nbsp;YouTube accounts, preventing them from watching videos or listening&nbsp;to YouTube Music. YouTube Premium&nbsp;subscribers have also been impacted,&nbsp;with playlists and other saved&nbsp;content currently inaccessible for some.
Users across the globe, including in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, were informed of the account ban or channel removal through emails from YouTube.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Did <a href="https://twitter.com/YouTube?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@YouTube</a> just ban all of its users? I had a decade old account that only had unheard music demos on it. And there's a bunch of posts on X that are similar.
&mdash; Lofi Jason (@JasonRumley_) <a href="https://twitter.com/JasonRumley_/status/1841957213105226033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/TeamYouTube?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TeamYouTube</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/YouTube?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@YouTube</a> my youtube channel was permanently removed. for no reason. then it got put back up, but 90% of my videos are removed from the platform. i need help. because i dont want any of my hard work to go to waste. <a href="https://t.co/eacYFOoBDH">pic.twitter.com/eacYFOoBDH</a>
&mdash; Juke! (@jukeboxjukee) <a href="https://twitter.com/jukeboxjukee/status/1841972599980503087?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2024</a></blockquote>
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YouTube has provided an appeal process for affected users, and several reports indicate that this has been successful in restoring account access. However, some users have reported that their playlists are still missing post-restoration.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Update: They restored my deleted YouTube channel but I am still waiting an explanation on what happened. Apparently I'm not the only one, so it's pretty scary how sudden and quickly your account and channel can be taken down and deleted without warning. I'm really concerned… <a href="https://t.co/7nSjaeqU5v">pic.twitter.com/7nSjaeqU5v</a>
&mdash; Hey Hedgehog! &#x1f994; (@Hey_Hedgehog) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hey_Hedgehog/status/1841989836967969190?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2024</a></blockquote>
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&mdash; Annie Cyborg (アニー・サイボーグ) (@anniecyborg) <a href="https://twitter.com/anniecyborg/status/1841970508134298003?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: This glitch comes on the heels of a series of controversial decisions by YouTube.
Last month, YouTube introduced &#8220;Pause ads,&#8221; a feature that displays advertisements even <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40951748/there-is-no-escaping-youtube-ads-even-after-hitting-the-pause-button-disgruntled-users-cry-foul-an-a">when a video is paused</a>, leading to users&#8217; discontent.
Later that month, YouTube also restricted access to songs by renowned artists such as Adele, Bob Dylan, and Green Day in the U.S. due to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41085603/youtube-blocks-us-access-to-adele-bob-dylan-songs-amid-rights-dispute-googles-video-platform-respond">legal dispute with the performing rights</a> organization, SESAC.
Meanwhile, earlier this week, Apple Inc. removed Juno, an unofficial YouTube app designed for Vision Pro, from its App Store following a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41134764/apple-removes-unofficial-youtube-app-for-vision-pro-from-app-store-developer-disagrees-but-says-zero">warning from Google</a>.
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Vistra Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) and Constellation Energy Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) shares traded higher Thursday after RBC Capital raised price targets on both stocks amid growing demand for energy to power data centers and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41032700/whats-going-on-with-vistra-stock"> other AI infrastructure. </a>
The Details: Energy stocks continue to climb as demand for electricity to power data centers and other AI applications soars. Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) CEO Sundar Pichai told Nikkei in <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Interview/Google-considers-sourcing-from-nuclear-power-plants-says-CEO-Pichai">an interview </a>on Thursday that Google is considering powering its data centers with nuclear power plants. 
Constellation Energy already signed a 20-year nuclear power<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40957437/microsoft-taps-constellation-for-20-year-carbon-free-power-3-400-jobs-coming-to-pennsylvania"> purchase agreement</a> with Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) to deliver clean energy to its AI infrastructure. The comments from Google's CEO suggest other AI hyper-scalers may follow the same path. 
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RBC Capital analyst Shelby Tucker maintained Vistra with an Outperform and raised the price target on the stock from $105 to $141. The RBC analyst also maintained a Sector Perform rating on Constellation Energy and raised its price target from $214 to $272 on Thursday.
Vistra was the best performer in the S&amp;P 500 Index on Thursday and remains the best performer in the S&amp;P 500 year-to-date. According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Vistra has jumped 243% in 2024 and Constellation Energy is up 137% year-to-date.&nbsp;
VST, CEG Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Vistra shares ended Thursday's session up 5.65% at $132.45 and Constellation Energy shares closed up 4.52% at $277.37.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued TikTok, one of the largest social media platforms, for operating its platform in a manner that puts the online safety and privacy of Texas children at risk and violates the Securing Children Online through Parental Empowerment ("SCOPE") Act.
"I will continue to hold TikTok and other Big Tech companies accountable for exploiting Texas children and failing to prioritize minors' online safety and privacy," said Attorney General Ken Paxton. "Texas law requires social media companies to take steps to protect kids online and requires them to provide parents with tools to do the same. TikTok and other social media companies cannot ignore their duties under Texas law."
To protect Texas children from harms associated with social media, the SCOPE Act prohibits digital service providers, such as TikTok, from sharing, disclosing, or selling a minor's personal identifying information without permission from the child's parent or legal guardian. Further, the SCOPE Act requires companies to provide parents with tools to manage and control the privacy and account settings on their child's account. TikTok has failed to comply with these requirements.&nbsp;
Attorney General Paxton is seeking civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation and injunctive relief to prevent future violations of the SCOPE Act by TikTok.
To read the filing, <a href="https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/sites/default/files/images/press/TikTok%20Complaint%20As%20Filed.pdf">click here.</a>

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Retail investors can make a bet or take on an opposing view with increased odds of success whenever a market gets too crowded on the long or short side. Like the 2008 financial crisis, when everyone bet in favor of housing only to find out they all had to run for the exit all at once, only a few investors could spot this unfair advantage opportunity.
In today&#39;s stock market, investors can look at this report from Bank of America, which covers the weighing in thematic trades and investments. The most crowded trade is now in the United States&#39; so-called &quot;Magnificent Seven&quot; stocks; the second most crowded trade is shorting Chinese stocks. Now that everyone is rushing to close their shorts, Chinese names like&nbsp;Alibaba Group (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/baba#NYSE">BABA</a>)&nbsp;and&nbsp;Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bidu#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>) have triggered a major short squeeze.
The same could happen if any downturn were to occur in crowded technology stocks like Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>), Apple Inc., and even investor favorite Tesla Inc.&nbsp;A rush to exit these names at once could cause what&#39;s termed a pain trade, where most of the participants will be brought to maximum risk tolerance and forced to liquidate and accelerate the selloff.
<h2>Pain Trade #1: Why Tesla Stock Could Be at Risk </h2>
Tesla is riding on two major tailwinds and thesis today. First, the robotaxi unveiling might or might not be here as soon as investors think. Second, the pace of delivery numbers to be released this week places a significant weight on the potential future path of Tesla stock.
The good news for bulls is that China is back online, and Tesla has been expanding its footprint in Asia&#39;s powerhouse. Peers in the region, like NIO Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nio#NYSE">NIO</a>) and BYD (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddf#OTC">BYDDF</a>), have both reported record deliveries for the third quarter, with BYD hitting a significant 1 million milestone in deliveries.
Now, here&#39;s the bad news. Tesla stock trades at a price-to-book (P/B) of 12.4x today, compared to NIO stock&#39;s 6.7x and BYD&#39;s 6.4x valuations today. In the United States, most automotive stocks trade at an average P/B valuation of less than 1.5x, which means Tesla&#39;s potential delivery growth might already be priced into the stock today.
This means that, even if delivery numbers are bullish, Tesla has little room to keep moving higher. This is why Wall Street analysts now only forecast $0.63 earnings per share (EPS) in the next 12 months, calling for net growth of 21.1% from today&#39;s $.52.
While this EPS growth may be impressive, the issue of it already being priced into the stock remains. Those at Guggenheim landed on a $153 price target for Tesla stock, calling for as much as 40.1% downside from where the stock trades today. Even the consensus of $209.9 is bad enough to call for an 18.6% downside for Tesla.
<h2>Pain Trade #2: Why Apple Is No Longer a Buffett Favorite</h2>
That&#39;s right. Warren Buffett cut as much as 50% of his stake in Apple stock during the past quarter. While he quoted the sale as being driven by tax efficiency purposes, a deeper reason could be related to the weakening consumer discretionary sector.
With new interest rate cuts coming from the Federal Reserve (the Fed), the dollar is set to weaken, as interest rates are one of the main drivers of currency valuations. This means the U.S. consumer will suffer from even thinner buying power after inflation has already had its round of negative effects on it.
Even though Apple is an international giant able to cushion whatever consumption tailwinds come from the United States, the same reasoning applies when it comes to pricing in this safety and growth potential. Apple stock now trades at 51.6x P/B compared to other peers in the technology space, like Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) and its 6.9x valuation.
Analysts at Barclays now see a valuation of $186 for Apple stock, which calls for a net downside of 17.8% from where the stock trades today. This reiterates the potential for Apple to become a pain trade in the coming months.
<h2>Pain Trade #3: Meta&#39;s Heavy Cash Outlay Mirrors the Metaverse Flop</h2>
In 2022, Meta stock traded down to $90, one of the lowest prices seen since the COVID-19 pandemic. The reason for the crash was the strategy behind the Metaverse, which burned through billions of the company&#39;s free cash flow in a project that never took off.
The same cycle is happening today as Meta looks for new disruptive ideas and technologies to make a new splash; Mark Zuckerberg (Meta&#39;s CEO) has decided to venture into artificial intelligence glasses that could supposedly replace smartphones if done right.
How much cash will Meta burn through this time on this project, and will it have any return? Investors do know that the stock trades at its 52-week high, and analysts at Goldman Sachs don&#39;t think it can break through that ceiling.
With a $555 share price target, Goldman Sachs thinks Meta has a potential downside of 5% from where it trades today. However, that could only be the tip of the iceberg, as the financial impacts of this new project are not yet known.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/why-the-magnificent-7-could-become-a-pain-trade-for-investors/">Why the Magnificent 7 Could Become a Pain Trade for Investors</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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Good Morning Traders! In today&#39;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#39;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#39;s dive into the stock analysis:
<h3>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</h3>
The SPY&nbsp;(ARCA: SPY) is currently trading near 567.81, which acts as a significant level for today&rsquo;s session. For bullish momentum to continue, we want to see a push above 569.16. A sustained move higher past this level may lead buyers to drive the price up toward 569.98, which should hold as support if the upward trend is to be maintained. If buyers remain in control, the next target is 571.06, with an ambitious bull target of 572.15 by the end of the session.
If 567.81 fails to act as support, we&rsquo;re looking for sellers to step in and test the lower level of 566.46. Should this level break under selling pressure, a decline to 565.38 is likely. Below this, bears will aim for a support test at 564.29, with a potential breakdown pushing the price to our lower target of 563.23 if heavy selling persists.
<h3>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1</h3>
The QQQ (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqq#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is trading near the key level of 481.73, and bulls need to maintain this level to push higher. If this support holds, a potential run to 483.95 is expected, with strong momentum possibly bringing the price to 486.10. Buyers will need to defend these levels to push the Qs up toward 487.69. Should the uptrend hold, the session&#39;s high target could be 490.05, representing a strong bullish session.
On the downside, if 481.73 cannot hold as support, we may see sellers aggressively drive the price lower toward 479.03. If weakness continues, bears will aim for 476.85, with a further slide testing 474.66. A breakdown beyond this level could lead to a move toward the day&rsquo;s low bear target of 471.33.
<h3>Apple Inc.</h3>
Apple&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is trading near the 225.31 level, a crucial area for bulls to defend. If buyers maintain support at 225.31, we expect a move higher to 226.08. Further bullish action may propel the price to 226.90, with strong momentum allowing a run toward 227.82, which is our high bull target for the day.
If 225.31 fails to act as support during regular trading hours, we could see a test at 223.87. Continued selling pressure could lead to a move toward 222.96, with additional weakness pushing the price down to 222.24. If this level doesn&rsquo;t hold, bears will likely push Apple lower to the low bear target of 221.66.
<h3>Microsoft Corp.</h3>
Microsoft&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is hovering around the 417.25 level, a key area for bullish traders to defend. If buyers maintain strength here, we could see a push toward 419.17. Should this level hold, the next upside target is 420.26, with continued momentum driving the price to the high bull target of 421.62 for the session.
If 417.25 breaks under bearish pressure, the first downside level to watch is 416.32. If sellers maintain control, a further drop to 414.56 is likely, with continued selling driving the price lower to 413.14. In a bearish scenario, the low target for the day would be around 411.72.
<h3>NVIDIA Corporation </h3>
NVIDIA&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is trading around 120.27, with bulls aiming to push the price higher. A move above this level could see buyers challenge 121.97 as the first area of support. If bullish momentum continues, the next targets are 123.41 and 125.21. A strong session could see the price reach the high bull target of 126.84.
If 120.27 fails to hold as support, the bears are likely to test 119.44 to the downside. Continued selling could push the price toward 117.86, and if weakness persists, a test at 116.61 is expected. In a heavy sell-off, the session&rsquo;s low bear target is set at 115.83.
<h3>Alphabet Inc Class A </h3>
Alphabet&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) is trading around 165.41, with bulls needing to hold this level to maintain upside momentum. If support holds, a move higher to 167.04 is expected, with bullish continuation possibly taking the price to the high bull target of 169.34 for the day.
If 165.41 is lost as support, the bears may push Alphabet down to 163.79. Below this, sellers will likely test the 161.79 area. If the selling pressure remains strong, the price could fall further toward the day&rsquo;s low target of 160.36.
<h3>Meta Platforms Inc</h3>
Meta&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>) is currently auctioning around 573.25, a key support level for the bulls. If buyers defend this level, a rally to 580.17 is expected, with continued momentum possibly bringing the price up to 585.73. Should the auction remain strong, the high bull target for Meta stands at 591.29.
If 573.25 fails to hold, the price may drop to 565.53. Further downside pressure could lead to a decline toward 559.29, with persistent selling likely to push the price down to the low bear target of 553.05 for the session.
<h3>Tesla Inc.</h3>
Tesla&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is trading around 246.16, and bulls are looking to push the price higher. If buyers step in, the next level to watch is 248.37. Continued buying pressure may push the price toward 250.25, with strong bullish momentum leading to a potential test of 252.38. The high bull target for Tesla is 254.28.
If 246.16 is broken to the downside, we could see a drop to 243.98. Below this, selling pressure could lead to a test at 242.49, with a further decline pushing the price toward the low bear target of 239.92.
Final Word: Today&rsquo;s session kicks off with key labor data, including Initial and Continuing Jobless Claims at 8:30 AM ET. This is followed by the release of the Final S&amp;P Global Services PMI for September at 9:45 AM ET, providing critical insights into the service sector&#39;s health. At 10:00 AM ET, we&rsquo;ll get the ISM Services report, which will shed light on prices, employment, and new orders in this pivotal sector.
Additionally, Fed officials Bostic and Kashkari are scheduled to speak later in the morning, which could offer further clues about the Federal Reserve&#39;s future policy path. With such a packed agenda, traders should remain alert, as any of these events could lead to rapid shifts in market sentiment. Today promises to be an active trading day with plenty of volatility, so stay sharp and manage your risk appropriately. Good luck!
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Market Clubhouse Morning Memo - October 2nd, 2024 (Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META And TSLA)

Technology juggernaut Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) has been on the move, gaining over 5% in the trailing month. Some of the enthusiasm can be attributed to the rising demand for artificial intelligence.
Recently, Benzinga Neuro mentioned that Sir Demis Hassabis, head of the company's Google AI division, will be<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41139262/google-deepmind-biontech-unveil-ai-lab-assistants-to-revolutionize-scientific-research"> heading the development of an AI model</a> designed for research assistance. Primarily, the protocol aims to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and foster productive synergies in scientific investigations.
In addition, Alphabet's autonomous driving tech division Waymo<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40455006/alphabets-waymo-introduces-new-hardware-with-sensors-better-armed-against-winters"> introduced its sixth-generation hardware</a> in late August. The new initiative is expected to help reduce costs while at the same time delivering superior performance, particularly during winter weather conditions. Notably, automotive research firm S&amp;P Global Mobility projected that autonomous vehicle sales in the U.S.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40792410/us-autonomous-vehicle-sales-to-hit-230k-by-2034-after-progress-resumes-at-alphabets-waymo-gms-cruise"> may reach 230,000 units</a> in 2034.
Interestingly, trading activity – as based on<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-implied-volatility-options-trading"> implied volatility</a> (IV) in the options market for GOOG stock – appears to be picking up steam. Around the middle of September, IV rank (or the current IV relative to the trailing 52-week average) sat around 28%. As of Wednesday's close, this metric<a href="https://www.barchart.com/stocks/quotes/GOOG/options-history"> soared to almost 75%</a>.
IV represents the market's expectation of price movements (either to the upside or downside). During periods of high IV, premiums on options tend to be priced higher than usual due to increased demand.
It's likely that trading activity is rising in GOOG stock due to Alphabet's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GOOG/earnings"> upcoming third-quarter earnings report</a>, which is scheduled for Oct. 22. While the latest trades have largely been bullish, not everyone is optimistic. Benzinga Insights reported that market whales have placed options trades featuring<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/24/10/41124320/market-whales-and-their-recent-bets-on-googl-options"> bearish sentiment</a>.
The ETFs: With a tug-of-war centered on one of the world's most powerful companies, the dynamic offers rich grounds for financial services firm Direxion. Specifically, the company's GOOGL-focused, leveraged and inverse exchange-traded funds allow traders to take quick, directional wagers on the tech giant.
For the optimists, the Direxion Daily GOOGL Bull 2X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGLL#NASDAQ">GGLL</a>) targets the daily investment results of 200% of the performance of GOOGL stock. On the other hand, the Direxion Daily GOOGL Bear 1X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGLS#NASDAQ">GGLS</a>) seeks 100% of the inverse (or opposite) performance of Alphabet's Class A shares.
For both GGLL and GGLS, it's imperative that traders do not maintain exposure for periods lasting longer than one day. Otherwise, the daily compounding effect of volatility could steadily erode the value of the funds.
The GGLL ETF: Direxion's GOOGL-focused bull fund has seen significant movement this year but has managed to return over 19% since the beginning of January.
<ul>
<li>Heading into Alphabet's scheduled Q3 disclosure, GGLL printed a robust performance of nearly 23% up since the close of Sept. 10.</li>
<li>Rising volume levels ahead of the important litmus test offers bullish traders encouragement.</li>
<li>However, the GGLL ETF needs to break above resistance sitting at $38 for prospective speculators to be interested in this trade.</li>
</ul>
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The GGLS ETF: Those pessimistic about the overall tech ecosystem have not fared well so far this year, with Direxion's GOOGL-centric bear fund losing about 19% of value on a year-to-date basis.
<ul>
<li>Conspicuously, GGLS trades below both its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, suggesting substantial capitulation.</li>
<li>At the moment, the inverse GOOGL fund is struggling to hold above the support line of $14, which is problematic.</li>
<li>Nevertheless, GGLS has bounced strongly from its closing bottom this year of $12.34. Combined with bearish options activity, the naysayers might finally have their day.</li>
</ul>
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Heightened Trading In Alphabet Stock May Drive Traffic To Direxion's GGLL And GGLS Funds

A study conducted by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners or CIRP has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/10/35432469/iphone-vs-android-users-who-upgrades-more-frequently">once again revealed</a> that Apple Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) iPhone users tend to retain their smartphones longer than Android users.
What Happened: On Wednesday, the study revealed that about one-third of&nbsp;new phone buyers who had&nbsp;an iPhone kept that phone&nbsp;for three years or more.
In contrast, only 21% of&nbsp;new phone buyers who had&nbsp;an Android phone reported it&nbsp;was three years or more old.
The research group attributed this trend to the increased durability of iPhones, more transparent installment payment plans, and fewer must-have new features introduced by&nbsp;Apple.
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Moreover,&nbsp;only about one-third of iPhone&nbsp;owners retire a phone that&nbsp;is less than two years&nbsp;old, while 57% of retired Android phones are less than&nbsp;two years old.
The study also suggested that Android owners, who have the option to switch among manufacturers and often invest less in their phones, may be more inclined to consider new features and upgrade their devices more frequently.
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Why It Matters: This trend of iPhone users holding onto their devices longer aligns with previous findings. Last year, too, CIRP highlighted that iPhone users in the U.S. upgrade their devices less frequently than Android users.
In November 2023,&nbsp;a survey&nbsp;by investment firm Piper Sandler revealed that nearly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35799293/9-in-10-teens-own-and-will-buy-an-iphone-next-even-as-android-boss-hiroshi-lockheimer-laments-losing">9 in 10 teens in the U.S.</a> either already have an iPhone or plan to buy one next.
Earlier this year in February,&nbsp;CIRP also revealed that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/37151313/americans-love-affair-with-iphone-grows-stronger-1-in-8-android-users-switched-to-apple-in-2023">13% of Android users switched</a> to iPhone in 2023.
Apple and Samsung dominate the U.S. smartphone sales market, holding 52% and 31% market share respectively in the first quarter of 2024. Following them are Lenovo with 9% and HMD with 2%, according to German database company, Statista.
Meanwhile, Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, which develops the open-source <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35613168/sweet-sixteen-googles-android-operating-system-was-unveiled-16-years-ago-today">mobile operating system</a>, Android, continues to be a niche player in the market.
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Better Quality Or Higher Loyalty? Apple's iPhone Users Retain Their Devices Longer Than Those Buying Google's Pixel And Samsung's Galaxy Smartphones

Alphabet Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) subsidiary Google has confirmed it will not follow Amazon.com Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/41086177/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-faces-employee-revolt-over-full-time-return-to-office-mandate-73-consider-">strict return-to-office policy</a>.
What Happened: During a recent town hall, Alphabet Inc. CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized that maintaining productivity while working remotely is key to continuing the current flexible work arrangement, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/google-tells-employees-it-wont-follow-amazons-strict-rto-policy-as-long-as-they-stay-productive/articleshow/113884140.cms">reported</a> Business Insider.
Amazon&#8217;s recent decision to require employees to return to the office five days a week has sparked concern among its workforce and competitors. Google employees, who currently work in the office three days a week, sought reassurance about their hybrid work model during a &#8220;TGIF&#8221; all-hands meeting.
John Casey, Google&#8217;s vice president of global compensation and benefits, informed staff that the existing system remains effective, according to the report. However, he stressed the importance of being in the office at least three days weekly. Pichai reiterated the need for productivity during remote work to maintain policy flexibility.
Despite these reassurances, some Google employees remain apprehensive about potential future changes. Google has implemented measures like hot-desking and &#8220;neighborhoods&#8221; in some offices to adapt to the hybrid model. Meanwhile, other companies, like Dell Technologies Inc., have followed Amazon&#8217;s lead, requiring more in-office presence.
A Google spokesperson confirmed the statements made by Pichai and Casey, according to the report.
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Why It Matters: Amazon&#8217;s decision to enforce a full-time return to the office has led to significant unrest among its employees. A survey <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/41086177/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-faces-employee-revolt-over-full-time-return-to-office-mandate-73-consider-">revealed that 73% of Amazon workers</a> are considering leaving their jobs due to the new policy, with 80% aware of colleagues contemplating the same move. This shift has affected morale, especially among parents.
Moreover, the return-to-office mandates have impacted housing markets, with cities like San Jose experiencing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/09/41080230/return-to-office-mandates-ignite-housing-price-surge-in-top-10-cities-san-jose-leads-the-charge">surge in housing prices</a>. This trend is attributed to the increased demand for housing near office locations.
Additionally, some companies have used RTO mandates as a strategy to encourage voluntary turnover, as revealed in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/07/39945751/bosses-admit-using-return-to-office-mandate-to-get-workers-to-quit-survey">survey by Bamboo HR</a>. This tactic has been part of the broader &#8220;Great Resignation&#8221; phenomenon, where employees have opted to leave rather than return to traditional office settings.
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Google Assures Employees It's Not About To Pull Off An Amazon On Them When It Comes To Work From Home

Gmail, the email service provided by Alphabet Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41157486/google-offers-to-settle-indian-antitrust-case-related-to-smart-tv-probe-report">subsidiary Google</a>, has introduced dynamic summary cards that will make it easier for users to track purchases, events, bills, and travel details directly from their inboxes.
What Happened: The new summary cards in Gmail are designed to simplify the management of important information that often gets lost in the clutter of emails and apps. 
These cards have been revamped to provide a more comprehensive and dynamic experience. The new features include action buttons for adding events to the calendar, reminders for bill payments, and real-time updates on deliveries.
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These summary cards will now be available in more sections within Gmail, such as the &#8220;Happening soon&#8221; section of the inbox and in Gmail search. They will also be more powerful on the backend, organizing key information from related emails and updating in real-time.
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Why It Matters: The updated summary cards will be available across four common email categories: Purchases, Events, Bills, and Travel. They will offer users quick access to essential information and relevant actions, such as &#8220;Get directions,&#8221; &#8220;Invite others,&#8221; &#8220;Track package,&#8221; &#8220;Check in,&#8221; &#8220;Remind me,&#8221; or &#8220;Mark as paid.&#8221; 
The cards will also be dynamic, providing users with real-time updates on upcoming events, deliveries, and deadlines.
A new &#8220;Happening soon&#8221; section at the top of inboxes will allow users to see the most timely updates without opening individual emails. The section will initially show purchase summary cards and will only appear when relevant.
With this update, Gmail aims to streamline the management of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40575951/google-now-lets-you-quickly-reply-to-emails-making-email-responses-as-easy-as-texting">important information for its users</a>.
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Google&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/goog#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) has reportedly put forth a settlement proposal in an anti-<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/setting-up-a-trust/">trust</a> case in India. This move comes after an investigation found that the internet giant&#39;s contracts with smart TV manufacturers were likely in violation of the country&#39;s competition laws.
What Happened: Google would be the first corporation to use the settlement scheme inserted into India&#39;s competition law last year, Livemint reported, citing sources.&nbsp;
The&nbsp;Competition Commission of India (CCI)&nbsp;recently took note of a report that found Google engaging in anti-competitive behavior. The settlement scheme provides a 15% reduction on the base penalty for companies found to be involved in anti-competitive activities.
The CCI launched an investigation&nbsp;in June 2021 after two&nbsp;individuals alleged that&nbsp;Google LLC&nbsp;and&nbsp;Google India&nbsp;had infringed competition law provisions.
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In a recent report to the anti-<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/setting-up-a-trust/">trust</a> watchdog, the Director General of Investigation said its probe confirmed that Google had violated provisions prohibiting&nbsp;anti-competitive agreements and abuse of&nbsp;market dominance in the Android&nbsp;TV market, sources told the publication.
The&nbsp;new schemes added to the competition law allow companies suspected of violations to&nbsp;make voluntary commitments to address&nbsp;regulatory concerns before the investigation&nbsp;is completed. In cases where the investigation is already completed, companies&nbsp;may offer to settle the&nbsp;case and pay a reduced penalty.
The CCI scrutinized two agreements that Google had signed with smart TV manufacturers like&nbsp;Xiaomi Technology India. These agreements allegedly imposed restrictions on TV manufacturers, compelling them&nbsp;to preinstall the entire suite&nbsp;of Google apps if they wanted to preinstall a particular Google app, such as&nbsp;YouTube.
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As the 2024 elections heat up, a look at the data reveals that publicly traded companies are indirectly supporting cannabis legalization efforts by funneling millions of dollars into Democratic candidates&#8217; campaigns.&nbsp;
This alignment could prove significant for the industry, particularly as Democratic candidate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/41106120/kamala-harris-we-need-to-legalize-cannabis-vp-says-for-first-time-as-presidential-candidate-in-a">Kamala Harris</a> reiterated that cannabis should be legalized nationwide.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Corporate Giants </h3>
Big-name companies like Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) are among those whose employees have poured large sums into Democratic coffers.&nbsp;
According to <a href="https://www.quiverquant.com/">Quiver Quantitative</a>, a data platform that tracks political donations, Google&#8217;s workforce contributed $4.1 million to Democrats, compared to just $629,778 to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40879364/young-republicans-break-ranks-to-back-cannabis-legalization-is-the-gop-ready-for-a-shift-in-the-">Republicans</a>. Similarly, Microsoft employees sent $3.45 million to Democrats, dwarfing their $876,320 to Republicans.&nbsp;
Netflix stands out with $4.47 million exclusively to Democrats, revealing a clear preference among tech giants.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="560" height="591" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-575612" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations.jpg 560w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations-284x300.jpg 284w" sizes="(max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image via<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAjbdT3yITo/"> Quiver Quantitative </a></figcaption></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Financial Industry Weighs In</h3>
Financial powerhouses like Blackstone (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BX#NYSE">BX</a>) and Charles Schwab (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>) also show their leanings. Blackstone, traditionally seen as conservative, donated over $1 million to Democrats but still favored Republicans with over $6 million.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Charles Schwab employees contributed $2.98 million solely to Democratic campaigns.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Democratic Funding </h3>
With over $20 million directed toward Democratic<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40712816/what-trump-learned-about-marijuana-that-desantis-did-not-and-why-the-gop-might-become-weed-frien"> candidates </a>across industries, cannabis legalization could receive a much-needed push.&nbsp;
Notably, contributions from companies like Palantir (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) and Arista Networks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) demonstrate the industry&#8217;s broader support, with Palantir employees donating $2.26 million to Democrats, compared to $1.05 million to Republicans.
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Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) HBO Go and Walt Disney Co.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) Disney+ were affected by a law signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday imposed a <a href="https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1234557" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">12% value-added tax</a> (VAT) on non-resident digital service providers to bring them up to par with local providers.
The law also affected Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>) and Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).
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Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. said the collected taxes go to the government&#8217;s infrastructure and social welfare services programs.
Streaming giant Netflix&#8217;s stock has increased 87% in the past 12 months as it continues to win market share with its diverse slate of content. JP Morgan&#8217;s Doug Anmuth highlighted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40860759/netflixs-ad-tier-expansion-and-password-crackdown-fuel-revenue-growth-jp-morgan-ana" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">continued margin expansion</a> backed by content, ads and gaming investment. He also projected high-margin revenue from ad-supported tier and paid sharing.
Walt Disney stock is up close to 15% in the past 12 months. Goldman Sachs&nbsp;analyst Michael Ng expects&nbsp;Disney&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41045649/disney-trims-workforce-by-300-targets-corporate-departments-for-cost-management" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">box office blockbusters</a>&nbsp;and streaming growth to help offset Experiences and linear weakness.
Price Actions: At publication Wednesday, Netflix stock was up 0.62% at $710.51 and Disney stock was down 0.29% at $93.78.
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