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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mixing Applied Science with Unusual Options to Target an Opportunity in Samsara (IOT)
Here's a dirty little secret about unusual options screeners: every day, you're going to find securities that trigger the algorithm due to their aberrant transactions relative to prior trends. But that doesn't mean that every single idea on the list is worth a hoot. You got to find a way to mathematically pinpoint probabilistically enticing trades. Otherwise, you're going to be chasing noise. For those who are looking for an empirically compelling idea, Samsara (IOT) should be on your radar. In my column 'The Saturday Spread,' I mentioned that the fleet management and safety platform provider — which is one of the leaders in applied artificial intelligence — may have a realistic chance of moving higher due to a rare quantitative signal. More News from Barchart Option Volatility And Earnings Report For July 21 - 25 How to Make a 3.0% One-Month Yield By Shorting UBER Puts What Gamma Exposure is Saying About Alphabet Stock Ahead of Earnings Tired of missing midday reversals? The FREE Barchart Brief newsletter keeps you in the know. Sign up now! We'll get to that point later. More recently, IOT stock was one of the highlights in Barchart's Unusual Stock Options Volume screener. On Friday, total options volume hit 9,562 contracts, representing a lift of 52.12% over the trailing one-month average. Call volume reached 8,531 contracts, with put volume down at 1,031 contracts, yielding a put/call ratio of 0.12. On the surface, this ratio seems bullish, implying that more trades are engaging calls than puts. However, options flow — which focuses exclusively on big block transactions likely placed by institutional investors — showed that net trade sentiment on the day slipped to $131,200 below parity, thus favoring the bears. Most of the calls? They were sold calls, otherwise known as credit-based transactions. In other words, traders were underwriting the risk that IOT stock would not rise to the profitability threshold, which is around $44.20 with an expiration date of Sep. 19, 2025. While the options flow data might seem discouraging at first, as adventurous speculators, we can still aim for profitability below the aforementioned implied ceiling. Using Math to Formulate a Strategy for IOT Stock In any real analysis, the study must disclose a null hypothesis. Regarding the equities sector, the null hypothesis is the assumption that there is no mispricing. In other words, whether you read this article on IOT stock or not, your performance will not deviate from expected norms. Therefore, our job as analysts is to reject the null — that is, present an investment or trading idea that has a higher-than-random chance of generating alpha. In this case, I have defined my null hypothesis as the baseline probability of IOT stock rising over a one-week period, which is 52.66% (from January 2019 onward). So, my alternative hypothesis must reliably beat this performance stat; otherwise, there would be absolutely no point in writing this article. Luckily, I'm not in the business of wasting my own time. To deliver an empirical, falsifiable signal, though, I cannot use the continuous scalar signal of the stock price. Instead, I prefer to compress (discretize) price action into market breadth or sequences of accumulative and distributive sessions. Through this approach, I'm able to analyze root demand — at the end of the session, was the market a net buyer or net seller? By conducting the above exercise across rolling 10-week intervals, I was able to categorize Samsara's demand profile as below: L10 Category Sample Size Up Probability Baseline Probability Median Return if Up 2-8-D 2 50.00% 52.41% 5.32% 3-7-D 11 54.55% 52.41% 7.00% 3-7-U 2 0.00% 52.41% N/A 4-6-D 23 65.22% 52.41% 6.21% 4-6-U 5 80.00% 52.41% 11.61% 5-5-D 26 61.54% 52.41% 6.37% 5-5-U 20 60.00% 52.41% 4.27% 6-4-D 11 45.45% 52.41% 7.11% 6-4-U 42 42.86% 52.41% 5.19% 7-3-D 1 0.00% 52.41% N/A 7-3-U 19 57.89% 52.41% 6.08% 8-2-U 4 25.00% 52.41% 19.07% 9-1-U 1 0.00% 52.41% N/A In the past two months, IOT stock flashed a 4-6-D sequence: four up weeks, six down weeks, with a negative trajectory across the 10-week period. Ordinarily, with the balance of distributive sessions outweighing accumulative, you would expect the bears to dominate proceedings. However, the 4-6-D historically represents a sentiment reversal. In 65.22% of cases, the following week's price action results in upside, with a median return of 6.21%. Should the bulls maintain control for a second week, the median performance is an additional 3.75%. Theoretically, with IOT stock closing at $39.24, it could be poised to exceed the $43 level over the next few weeks. Interestingly, last week, IOT also flashed the 4-6-D sequence and from Friday, the trailing five-day performance was 5.03%. It's possible, then, that there could be something cooking here. Taking What the Market Will Give Us At this moment, arguably the most tempting idea is the 40/41 bull call spread expiring Aug. 15. This transaction involves buying the $40 call and simultaneously selling the $41 call, for a net debit paid of $50 (the most that can be lost in the trade). Should IOT stock rise through the short strike price ($41) at expiration, the maximum reward is also $50, a 100% payout. Now, the question may be, how trustworthy is the 4-6-D sequence? With the market being an open system, anything can happen, which adds complexity to any transaction. However, running a one-tailed binomial test, the aforementioned sequence generates a p-value of 0.1594. Colloquially, this means that there's an 84.06% confidence level that the signal is not merely noise. To be sure, 84.06% would not be considered statistically significant, with science requiring a threshold of 95%. But science deals with closed systems, not open ones like the equities arena. In context, I would argue that the 4-6-D sequence is empirically intriguing. With the high payout and low debit required, it might be worth consideration. On the date of publication, Josh Enomoto did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. 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The Hindu
20-07-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Hyderabad water board to study feasibility of automating its traditional valves
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply & Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB) will take up a feasibility study of operating up to 1000 of its various valves using smart technology. Banking on the success registered in the Sanathnagar operation and management division, the Board chief K. Ashok Reddy has instructed officials to chalk out plans to conduct a study on experimental basis. The idea is to set up a control room at the head office and design a system to operate, control, and monitor the valves through a unified system. He said that the technology use should be designed so that the performance of smart meters, quantity and quality of water distributed, as well as billing details, can be linked to this system to improve operational efficiency. The Board operates over 15,000 various big and small valves in the city to supply water to consumers on a daily basis. Of them, at least 35% are operated regularly by linemen in various areas. But a majority of the valves are also on the arterial and other busy and narrow lanes in the city often causing risks to the linemen, who go from field to field to operate. The Board says that certain incidents in the past have also resulted in the loss of life and limb of its linemen. With smart valve technology, valve operation becomes an application-based operation from a phone, through Internet of Things (IOT) communication. Quality of water, quantity supplied, chlorine content, other parameters, and contamination can be monitored in real time on a dashboard. Mr. Ashok Reddy also suggested officials to install smart meters at the reservoir outlets and in areas with bulk connections so that technology can be used to bring every drop supplied into account and help conservation.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chip company's stock jumps 43% after aggressive new strategy
Chip company's stock jumps 43% after aggressive new strategy originally appeared on TheStreet. Sequans Communications, a global leader in 5G and 4G internet-of-things (IOT), has successfully implemented a Bitcoin-focused treasury strategy, attracting $384 million through a combination of equity and debt offerings. Backing the move are more than 40 institutional investors, representing a significant turning point for the company in becoming another corporate name to join the list of companies and corporations embracing Bitcoin as a reserve asset. CEO Georges Karam confirmed the company plans to start purchasing Bitcoin right away, noting that Bitcoin's scarcity and lack of a centralized authority could help Sequans's financial resiliency and long-term value to its shareholders. He also stated that the company will continue to buy more Bitcoin, utilizing cash flows from its core business as well as new capital were over 139 million American Depository Shares (ADSs) and secured convertible debentures maturing in 2028 sold in this fundraising, plus common warrants at $1.40 per ADS, which could yield an additional $57.6 million if exercised in full. The proceeds will be used to purchase Bitcoin and meet governance requirements as specified in the offering. Sequans is partnering with Swan Bitcoin, a prominent institutional Bitcoin service, to provide execution and custody security. This is similar to MicroStrategy and Japan's Metaplanet using Bitcoin as a hedge against increasing sovereign debt and inflation. After the announcement, Sequans' stock (SQNS) climbed over 43% in 24 hours, peaking at $1.81 pre-market. By contrast, Bitcoin traded around $109,100.95, up 1.13% according to Kraken's price feeds. However, SQNS has seen a 43.75% decline in the year-to-date period. Chip company's stock jumps 43% after aggressive new strategy first appeared on TheStreet on Jul 8, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on Jul 8, 2025, where it first appeared. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data


Business Recorder
08-07-2025
- Business Recorder
SU VC distributes certificates among employees
HYDERABAD: A certificate distribution ceremony for the Indigenous On-Campus Training (IOT) program was held successfully at the University of Sindh, Jamshoro on Monday. The Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ur Rehman Khoumbati graced the occasion as chief guest and was warmly received by the Director of the Information Technology Services Centre (ITSC) Dr. Kamran Dahri. The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Dr. Kamran Dahri, who also delivered the welcome address. In his remarks, Dr. Dahri expressed sincere gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor for launching this capacity-building initiative for administrative and support staff. He acknowledged the active participation of the trainees and appreciated their dedication throughout the training sessions. Addressing the audience, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Khalil Ur Rehman Khoumbati lauded the efforts of the ITSC team and underscored the significance of such training programs in enhancing staff competency, productivity and professional development. He highlighted the comprehensive nature of the training, which covered essential areas including computer literacy, official drafting, filing, communication skills and the use of digital tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and emerging AI technologies. Dr. Khoumbati emphasized the need for continuous learning in a rapidly evolving digital landscape and encouraged staff to keep updating their skills. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025


Time Business News
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
Cutting-Edge IoT Innovations in Logistics
The use of Internet of Things (IOT) techniques including smart sensors, GPS, RFID tags, and linked devices, is known as IOT-operated logistics to track, monitor and manage the flow of goods in real time in the supply chain. IOT-operated logistics industry is increasing due to real-time visibility, cost reduction and increasing demand for rapid delivery. Companies are using IOTs to customize routes, track assets and meet customers' expectations for transparency and reliability. Key Growth Drivers and Opportunities E-Commerce Expansion: Since e-commerce is growing so quickly, the delivery system requires a pressure that is faster, more effective and more transparent. It is one of the main factors pursuing the IOT-operated logistics market. Logistics firms are using IOT technologies to meet the demands of customers for real -time tracking, condensed delivery window and accurate inventory availability. The IOT device monitors automated warehouse management, skilled final-meal distribution, and real-time shipment, which monitors all necessary for management of huge amounts and complexity of e-commerce operations. An increase in online shopping is forcing logistics companies to implement smart technologies, accelerating the adoption of the industry's IOT. Challenges Despite its benefits, the IOT-operated logistics market faces several boundaries, including high implementation costs, data secrecy concerns, and complexity of integration of IOT with heritage systems. Connectivity issues in remote areas, lack of standardization, and cyber security risk also obstruct the widely adopting. Additionally, advanced infrastructure and skilled personnel are required to manage and analyze the vast amounts of data generated by IOT devices, which can be a barrier to small logistics firms. Innovation and Expansion ZiM: Next-Gen IoT Tracking Technology Is Introduced by Dot AI In December 2024, an innovative firm in the asset intelligence technology field, SEE ID, Inc., doing business as Dot Ai, has announced the release of their new IoT tracking device. ZiM, a next-generation technology solution from Dot Ai, has the potential to completely transform supply chain management and asset monitoring in logistics. Leaders in the RFID and IT security sectors created the patented ZiM technology to replace the antiquated and costly technologies that logistics operations had been using for many years. ZiM is made to securely collect data at the corporate edge in order to provide a cutting-edge asset management solution. In order to supply information for supervisory systems, it can read both passive (battery-free transponders) and active (battery-powered beacons). When placed on moving racks or pallets, the bridge may run on its own battery power. Alternatively, it can be hooked to electricity for permanent placement in gateways or aisles. Proxgy Introduces Lockator, a Satellite-Based System for Tracking Wagons and Logistics In March 2024, The Lockator smart lock, a low-orbit, satellite-connected GPS gadget, is a 'Made in India' product, according to the announcement made by Indian industrial IoT company Proxgy. A strong 90-day battery life, lightning-fast Type-C charging, remote lock/unlock capabilities, RFID and NFC smart key unlock, geolocation tracking, geofencing, real-time tamper alarms, satellite connection, LoRaWAN mesh network integration, and a breakage-proof design are all features that Lockator offers. Lockator is used in a variety of industries, such as protecting oil containers from theft, guaranteeing the integrity of test papers while in transit, and protecting valuable cargo for government agencies, customs offices, election commissions, cash management companies, freight forwarders, international shipping companies, insurance companies, and railroads. Inventive Sparks, Expanding Markets Prominent players working in the IOT -run logistics include Dutha Post AG, Amazon Web Services, Ink, Oracle, Cisco and others. To increase productivity and meet consumer demands, IOT-operated logistics firms must prioritize implementing state-of-the-art technology, creating reliable alliances, data protection and inclusion of scalable solutions. Companies should also give priority to stability and employee development. About Author: Prophecy is a specialized market research, analytics, marketing and business strategy, and solutions company that offer strategic and tactical support to clients for making well-informed business decisions and to identify and achieve high value opportunities in the target business area. Also, we help our client to address business challenges and provide best possible solutions to overcome them and transform their business. TIME BUSINESS NEWS