According to CNBC, Oracle $ORCL stock recorded its best weekly performance since 2001, closing the week up over 13% after strong earnings and optimistic AI-driven cloud growth guidance. This surge in Oracle's value, fueled by demand for AI cloud infrastructure, signals increasing institutional interest in AI-related equities, which has historically correlated with positive sentiment for AI and blockchain-linked cryptocurrencies such as ETH and SOL. Traders should monitor cross-market flows, as heightened AI investment often precedes increased activity in crypto assets with AI integrations (Source: CNBC).