Bull vs. Bear: Are AI ETFs the Best Way to Play the Megatrend?

TMX VettaFi writers Ben Hernandez and DJ Shaw delved into the world of crypto ETFs in the last Bull vs. Bear. In this edition, writers Nick Peters-Golden and Elle Fitzgerald focus on artificial intelligence — specifically, AI ETFs.

ETF Trends • Feb 11, 2026

Beyond the Hype: Top ETFs to Buy as AI Shifts Into a Long-Term Growth Phase

AI is entering a long-term growth phase in 2026, with $527B in capex driving a broadening bull market in AI ETFs like AIQ.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 20, 2026

The Best 3 Tech ETFs to Buy Now to Capture the AI Wave

ETFs can make it easier to buy into the artificial intelligence (AI) industry with less effort than investing in individual stocks. Some AI ETFs are riskier (and more lucrative) than others.

The Motley Fool • Jan 3, 2026

2 Artificial Intelligence ETFs to Confidently Buy Heading Into 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks like Nvidia and Palantir propelled the broader market higher during 2025. AI is likely to remain a dominant theme for the stock market in 2026, but picking the winners and losers won't be easy.

The Motley Fool • Dec 23, 2025

ARTY Is Probably The Single Best Way To Bet On AI Stocks Without Have To Pick Single Winners

The hardest part about investing in artificial intelligence isn't believing in the technology—it's deciding which companies will actually profit from it.

24/7 Wall Street • Dec 21, 2025

This Artificial Intelligence (AI) ETF Has Nearly Doubled Since April. Is It Time to Stock Up?

Investing in an AI-specific ETF can provide more diversification than buying individual stocks. However, this type of investment is prone to significant volatility.

The Motley Fool • Dec 17, 2025

Could These 5 AI ETFs More Than Double Your Money in 5 Years?

Artificial intelligence still has plenty of growth left, and these AI ETFs are poised to benefit. Many of the top AI ETFs focus on chipmakers and software companies.

The Motley Fool • Dec 17, 2025

Robotics ETFs Or EV ETFs: The Safer Bet For 2026?

Thematic investors are split between two big future bets: robotics and electric vehicles.

Benzinga • Dec 16, 2025

3 Unstoppable Growth ETFs to Stock Up On in 2026 and Beyond

Investing in ETFs can help mitigate risk while still amplifying your earnings. Growth ETFs sometimes carry more risk, but they also have potential for greater rewards.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

THNQ Offers Diversification, ARTY Has Better Liquidity - But Both Are Holds For Now

THNQ outperforms ARTY on risk-adjusted returns and diversification but suffers from poor liquidity, limiting its investability. ARTY offers better liquidity and lower costs, yet its high concentration and excessive portfolio turnover undermine long-term performance. Both ETFs receive a hold rating: THNQ for illiquidity and ARTY for a flawed strategy and disappointing growth capture.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 9, 2025