Tech Trends: Jul 30 (5 stories)

Here is your Daily summary for Technology across the world for Thu 30th July 2026

Qualcomm's weak profit forecast highlights ongoing challenges in the smartphone market, driven by component shortages and rising costs, signaling potential difficulties ahead for the industry. Meanwhile, Microsoft is poised for significant growth in capital expenditures next year, following a strong fourth-quarter earnings report, indicating robust investment in its future.

In the data center sector, Stonepeak's CEO emphasized the growing demand for AI and infrastructure, aligning their investment strategy with these trends. Conversely, Logitech's CEO noted an unusually tight chip supply affecting their operations, further illustrating the ongoing semiconductor crisis. Despite Arm Holdings exceeding sales estimates, investor sentiment remains cautious, reflecting broader concerns in the chip industry.