Shares of crypto-linked stocks are trading higher amid a rise in Bitcoin as the digital currency surpasses a 2-month high with risk assets rebounding. The industry's rally may be related to strength among peers Hut 8, Strategy and IREN.

Shares of crypto-linked stocks are trading higher as Bitcoin prices hit $80,000 amid lower yields and a weaker dollar. Fed's Waller's comments that he is inclined to support holding interest rates steady may have further supported the speculative asset by easing concerns about tighter monetary policy and improving risk appetite.

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This $30 Stock Could Be Primed for a Breakout

Applied Digital (APLD), an AI data center company trading near $30, shows impressive 407% revenue growth but remains unprofitable. While the company benefits from surging AI demand with projected 127% revenue growth in FY 2028, its lack of profitability and high valuation of 13x sales present significant risks. The stock's performance is heavily tied to AI market sentiment, making it volatile and potentially riskier than other AI investments.

Shares of software companies are trading lower after August's hotter-than-expected payrolls report increased expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its next meeting. A stronger U.S. dollar and higher rate expectations are weighing on growth stocks by reducing investor appetite for higher-risk assets.

Shares of crypto-related companies are trading lower amid a decline in Bitcoin prices following August's hotter-than-expected payrolls report, which boosted expectations for a potential Federal Reserve rate hike at its next meeting. A stronger U.S. dollar and higher interest-rate expectations are further weighing on crypto and other risk assets by reducing investor appetite for speculative investments.