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Ripple Gains Full EU Electronic Money License in Luxembourg, Clearing Path for Pan-European Expansion

Ripple has secured a final Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg's financial watchdog, the CSSF, transitioning from preliminary approval. This key regulatory milestone enables the blockchain payments firm to scale its 'Ripple Payments' service across the European Union's single market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Stocks Tumble in Premarket as Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $77K

Cryptocurrency-linked equities faced renewed selling pressure ahead of Monday's market open, even as Bitcoin itself showed signs of stabilization following a volatile weekend.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Siemens Healthineers Bets on Irish Innovation with New €10 Million R&D Hub

The medtech giant inaugurates a Centre of Excellence in Swords, aiming to accelerate development of its Atellica diagnostic systems and bolster Ireland's life sciences sector amid strategic corporate shifts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PGIM India's Asset Management Unit Attracts Bids from Groww and Edelweiss Amid Strategic Review

PGIM India Asset Management, the underperforming local arm of the U.S. financial giant, has drawn acquisition interest from domestic rivals Groww and Edelweiss as its parent considers an exit from the competitive market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Three Sub-$10 Stocks Poised for Growth in 2026: A High-Potential, High-Risk Play

While low share prices often signal volatility, they can also hide significant upside. We analyze three companies trading under $10—Archer Aviation, Snap, and Opendoor Technologies—that are positioned to defy market expectations in the coming year, driven by sector tailwinds and strategic pivots.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Qatar Joins Abu Dhabi's Shorooq in $200M Fund Targeting Gulf's Late-Stage Startup Gap

The Qatar Investment Authority has backed a new $200 million fund by Shorooq Partners, aiming to inject institutional capital into the region's mature startups and bridge a critical funding hurdle on the path to public listings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Income Shift: Three Vanguard Dividend ETFs Gaining Favor as Retirement Portfolios Rotate

As market leadership broadens beyond tech, income-focused investors are turning to high-yield dividend ETFs. Vanguard's suite offers diversified, cost-effective options for building retirement income streams in a changing landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Quince Therapeutics Plummets After Late-Stage Trial of A-T Therapy Fails to Hit Targets

Quince Therapeutics' lead candidate, eDSP, has failed to meet primary and secondary endpoints in its pivotal Phase III NEAT trial for the rare neurological disorder Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), triggering a catastrophic drop in the company's share price.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Revvity Beats Q4 Forecasts, Sets Bullish 2026 Targets on Diagnostics Strength

Revvity (NYSE: RVTY) surged past fourth-quarter expectations and issued an upbeat 2026 outlook, driven by robust demand in its diagnostics division. The medical equipment maker's performance highlights a sector-wide resilience despite ongoing softness in academic research funding.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Arista Networks Soars as Cloud and AI Infrastructure Demand Fuels Growth

Giverny Capital's latest investor letter highlights Arista Networks as a standout performer, driven by strong earnings and strategic positioning in the high-speed networking sector crucial for AI and cloud expansion.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating the Downturn: Three Asset Strategies Gaining Traction Amid Market Volatility

As markets face significant pressure, certain portfolios tied to strategic commodities, resilient tech, and innovative crypto infrastructure are showing notable resilience. Analysts point to long-term thematic bets that are weathering the current storm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Napco Security Technologies (NSSC) Surpasses Q4 Estimates on Strong Recurring Revenue Growth

Napco Security Technologies reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results for CY2025, driven by robust growth in its high-margin recurring service revenue and sustained demand for its physical security products.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir's High-Stakes Earnings Test: Can AI Darling Justify Lofty Valuation Amid Tech Skepticism?

Palantir Technologies faces a critical earnings report as its shares, down 29% from their November peak, grapple with intense scrutiny over its sky-high valuation and shifting investor sentiment in the AI sector. The software firm must deliver strong guidance to prove its premium is warranted.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Trump-Linked Stablecoin USD1 Surges to $5 Billion Market Cap Amid Crypto Market Turbulence

The Trump family-affiliated stablecoin USD1 has rapidly ascended to become a top-five stablecoin by market capitalization, reaching $5 billion, even as speculative meme tokens falter. Its growth is shadowed by a previously unreported deal with a UAE-backed entity and mounting regulatory scrutiny in Washington.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ripple's Banking Ambitions Deepen as Tokenization Takes Hold, Yet XRP Price Lags Behind

Despite a bearish crypto market, Ripple is advancing its real-world banking integrations through tokenization trials. While on-chain metrics show institutional adoption growing, XRP's price continues to struggle, testing investor patience.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Pornhub Parent Blocks New UK Users, Escalating Clash Over Age Verification Laws

Aylo, the company behind major adult sites like Pornhub, has cut off access for new users in the UK. The move marks a dramatic reversal in its stance on the country's Online Safety Act, with the firm claiming the age verification rules push users toward riskier corners of the web.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Bangladesh's Pivotal Vote: A Strategic Reckoning for India, China, and Pakistan

As Bangladesh heads to the polls on February 12 under an interim government, its geopolitical alignments are shifting. The outcome will test the influence of regional powers India, China, and Pakistan in a nation navigating a post-Hasina political landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Ukraine Reports Brief Respite in Energy Strikes, But Frontline Attacks Continue

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy notes a 24-hour pause in targeted Russian strikes on energy grids, yet civilian casualties mount in frontline regions. The reported lull follows a disputed, short-term truce brokered by the U.S., as both sides prepare for talks in Abu Dhabi.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Guinea-Bissau's Junta Signals Reconciliation, Releases Opposition Leader Amid Regional Pressure

The military leadership in Guinea-Bissau has freed a key opposition figure and pledged to form an inclusive government, in moves widely seen as an effort to appease regional bloc ECOWAS following November's coup.

Feb 2, 2026

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Tragedy on the Slopes: Australian Snowboarder, 22, Killed in Rare Ski Lift Accident at Japanese Resort

Brooke Day died after her backpack became entangled in a gondola lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort, leading to a fatal cardiac arrest, highlighting rare but critical safety concerns.

Feb 2, 2026