Core Scientific (CORZ), Robinhood Markets (HOOD), and Strategy Incorporated (MSTR) are drawing attention today. CORZ rose after appointing Elizabeth Crain to its Board and reinforcing its shift toward AI infrastructure.

HOOD confirmed a $250 million CAD acquisition of WonderFi, expanding into Canada and going head-to-head with Wealthsimple. MSTR bought 7,390 BTC for $765 million, raising its total holdings to over 576,000 BTC, while facing a class-action lawsuit over its Bitcoin-focused strategy.

Core Scientific (CORZ)

Core Scientific (CORZ) closed yesterday with a modest gain of 0.65% and is already up 5% in pre-market trading, following the appointment of Elizabeth Crain to its Board of Directors.

Crain brings over thirty years of experience in investment banking and private equity, having co-founded Moelis & Company and held senior roles at UBS. She will also Chair the Audit Committee, a key position as Core Scientific continues its strategic shift toward AI-related infrastructure.

Her appointment, along with Jordan Levy’s being named Chairman, marks a pivotal moment for the company as it enhances its leadership team amid a broader transition in business focus and operations.

CORZ’s chart shows signs of renewed strength, with a potential golden cross forming on its EMA lines. Analyst sentiment remains overwhelmingly bullish—16 out of 17 analysts rate the stock as either a “Strong Buy” or “Buy,” with a one-year price target averaging $18.28, representing