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📅February 13, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Software stocks crash amid AI disruption fears; NowSecure launches AI tool slashing mobile testing time; Digital Turbine shares drop despite sales growth.
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Software Stocks Crash: Generational Buying Opportunity?

Over the past nine months, software stocks have steeply declined, accelerated by Anthropic's AI tools for legal and data sectors.Source 1 Goldman Sachs compares it to the newspaper industry's fall, predicting shortened terminal value due to AI swallowing SaaS.Source 1 Nvidia's CEO counters that software remains essential, urging diversified portfolios amid volatility.Source 1

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NowSecure Launches AI-Navigator, Cuts Mobile Security Testing by 90%

NowSecure announced AI-Navigator, automating authentication to test mobile apps for vulnerabilities 90% faster.Source 2 It unlocks 95% of app exposure behind logins, including APIs and PII, succeeding in 100% of eligible Android apps.Source 2 Experts stress its necessity as AI expands mobile apps bypassing traditional security.Source 2

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Digital Turbine (APPS) Stock Drops 7% After Raising 2026 Revenue Outlook

Digital Turbine reported Q3 2025 sales at US$151.4 million, shifting from net loss to profit, yet shares fell 7%.Source 3 The decline followed an upward revision in 2026 revenue guidance.Source 3 This reflects ongoing volatility in the mobile app monetization sector.Source 3

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Anthropic Accelerates Software Decline with AI Tools Launch

Anthropic's new AI suite for legal and data management triggered last week's sharp drop in software stocks.Source 1 Investors fear AI will disrupt traditional SaaS models.Source 1 The launch highlights growing AI encroachment on specialized software sectors.Source 1

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Goldman Sachs Warns of Software's 'Newspaper-Like' Decline

A Goldman Sachs analyst likened recent software stock falls to early 2000s newspapers, citing eroding terminal value from AI.Source 1 Many believe AI will render SaaS obsolete, downrating valuations.Source 1 Institutional investors are exiting pending proof AI aids rather than hinders.Source 1

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Nvidia CEO: Software Still Vital Despite AI Hype

Nvidia's Jensen Huang called absurd claims that AI eliminates software needs, viewing incumbents as prime AI integration spots.Source 1 He advises patience as markets overreact before balancing.Source 1 High cash flow yields make quality names attractive now.Source 1

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AI-Navigator Revolutionizes Mobile App Security Testing

NowSecure's tool uses AI for real-device dynamic testing, covering supply chain and regulated data missed by unauthenticated methods.Source 2 It aligns with OWASP and NIAP standards for Fortune 500 clients.Source 2 CTO notes it addresses critical gaps in enterprise mobile defenses.Source 2

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Digital Turbine Shifts to Profit Amid Revenue Growth

In early February 2026, Digital Turbine posted Q3 2025 sales up to $151.4M with profitability turnaround.Source 3 Despite positive results, stock dipped 7% post-2026 outlook raise.Source 3 Challenges persist in app growth platform competition.Source 3

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Institutional Exodus from Software Sector Continues

Many institutions sold software holdings until firms demonstrate AI integration benefits.Source 1 Expect overhang through 2026 as proof emerges.Source 1 Patient investors eye high-valuation multiples now discounted.Source 1

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Mobile Apps Demand Authenticated Testing in AI Era

TAG Infosphere CEO warns mobile's unique risks evade API/cloud security, amplified by AI developer surge.Source 2 NowSecure's AI-Navigator ensures privacy and compliance.Source 2 It targets vulnerabilities in SDKs and transactions.Source 2