• A securities-fraud probe targets IBM after its July 14, 2026 Q2 report, citing alleged misstated deal momentum and IBM Z outlook; stock plunged about 25% intraday; investigators seek investor info.
  • IBM-backed Anderon foundry launched after U.S. pledged ~$2B and IBM matched it. IBM plans >$10B for quantum, targets quantum advantage within a year and Starling fault-tolerant system by 2029.
  • IBM reports earnings this season. Traders note prior large stock swing after an earlier Q2 profit warning and will watch the upcoming report alongside other major tech results.