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Nvidia Aided China's DeepSeek In Advancing Powerful AI Models Later Linked To Military Use, House Committee Chair Alleges: Report

A U.S. lawmaker has alleged that Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA) provided technical assistance to Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Nvidia Technical Support Allegedly Boosted DeepSeek's Efficiency Nvidia helped DeepSeek improve the efficiency of its artificial intelligence models, according to a letter sent to the U.S. Commerce Department by Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), chair of the House Select Committee on China. The letter, seen by Reuters on Wednesday, says documents obtained by the committee show th

Jan 30, 2026

Business

EQ Resources Soars on Tungsten Buzz: Is the ASX Miner's Valuation Sustainable?

EQ Resources (ASX:EQR) has seen its share price skyrocket over 120% in a month, fueled by renewed interest in tungsten and strategic project updates. As the market re-evaluates the critical minerals sector, we examine whether the company's current premium is justified or a sign of overheating sentiment.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Suze Orman's Unflinching Financial Advice: Six Hard Truths for Building Lasting Wealth

Personal finance authority Suze Orman cuts through the noise with six straightforward, often challenging, principles for achieving financial security. From emergency funds to retirement planning, her no-nonsense guidance demands attention.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Russia's Unjammable Drones: Starlink Terminals Extend Reach and Evade Ukrainian Defenses

Russian forces are integrating Starlink satellite terminals into their drone fleet, creating a new generation of long-range, jamming-resistant weapons capable of striking deep behind Ukrainian lines and into NATO territory, according to intelligence reports and military analysts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tencent Secures Nvidia H200 Chips, Bolstering China's AI Ambitions Amid Tech Tensions

Tencent Holdings has received regulatory approval to import Nvidia's advanced H200 AI chips, a significant move that enhances its competitive edge in cloud and AI services while navigating ongoing US technology restrictions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

U.S. Antimony Shares Tumble as Policy Shift Clouds Expansion Ambitions

United States Antimony (UAMY) faces a volatile market reaction following Washington's reported reversal on critical mineral price supports, casting uncertainty over its strategic expansion into Bolivia.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Insider Bets Signal Confidence in Select European Growth Stocks Amid Market Uncertainty

As the STOXX Europe 600 stumbles under geopolitical and trade pressures, a focus on companies with significant insider ownership reveals where leadership is putting its own capital on the line. We examine three firms where high insider stakes coincide with robust growth forecasts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Asian Growth Stocks Where Leadership Has Skin in the Game

Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CBA and Mastercard Pioneer AI-Driven 'Agentic' Payments in Australian First

Commonwealth Bank of Australia has partnered with Mastercard to conduct the nation's first pilot of authenticated 'agentic' payments, a move that could redefine how transactions are initiated and managed by artificial intelligence.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

U.S. Bets Big on Homegrown Rare Earths, Challenging Lynas Amid Leadership Shift

Major U.S. federal investment to build a domestic rare earth supply chain emerges as a direct competitive threat to Lynas Rare Earths, coinciding with the planned retirement of its long-serving CEO Amanda Lacaze. The developments test the Australian miner's strategic position in a market defined by geopolitical tensions and supply security concerns.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Speaker Johnson Navigates GOP Rebellion as Partial Shutdown Drags On

House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a fractured Republican conference upon lawmakers' return to Washington, with hardline members demanding contentious policy riders in exchange for votes to end the government shutdown.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Rambus Caps Record Year on AI and Data Center Demand, Navigates Supply Chain Hiccup

Rambus reported record annual revenue and earnings for fiscal 2025, fueled by strong DDR5 adoption and AI-driven data center growth. While a one-time supply chain issue is expected to pressure Q1 2026 product revenue, management expressed confidence in a swift recovery and sustained long-term momentum.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir Shatters Records as U.S. AI Demand Fuels Historic Growth

Palantir Technologies' fourth-quarter earnings reveal a seismic shift, with U.S. commercial revenue for its AI Platform soaring 137%. The data analytics firm posted its highest growth rate as a public company, powered by massive government contracts and enterprise adoption, while setting aggressive targets for the year ahead.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI, Forging a Trillion-Dollar "Off-Planet" Tech Titan

Elon Musk consolidates his AI and aerospace ambitions by merging SpaceX with xAI, a move driven by a radical vision to power next-generation artificial intelligence from space.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Consolidates Empire: SpaceX Merges with xAI to Pioneer Orbital AI Data Centers

Elon Musk announces the merger of SpaceX and xAI, unveiling an ambitious plan to construct data centers in space, which he claims will become the most cost-effective source of AI computing power within years.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ExxonMobil Posts Record Production, Completes Massive Buyback Amid Shifting Energy Landscape

ExxonMobil capped 2025 with its highest annual oil and gas output in over four decades while returning historic cash to shareholders, setting the stage for a pivotal year as it balances traditional strength with energy transition investments.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Huntington Bancshares Stock Surge Raises Valuation Questions: Is HBAN Still a Buy?

Shares of Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) have climbed over 17% in the past 90 days, closing recently at $17.88. This rally has investors scrutinizing whether the regional bank's stock still holds value after its strong run, with some models suggesting a significant upside to fair value.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hess Midstream Shares Trade at Steep Discount: Is the Market Overlooking a Pipeline Giant?

Despite a challenging year for its stock price, a deep dive into Hess Midstream's financials suggests the midstream operator may be significantly undervalued. Our analysis examines the cash flow story behind the recent share price weakness and what it means for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Okta Confronts Widespread Phishing Attack Amid Key Asia-Pacific Leadership Appointment

Identity management giant Okta is responding to a significant phishing campaign targeting over 100 enterprise customers' single sign-on credentials, while simultaneously naming Dan Mountstephen to lead its Asia-Pacific and Japan expansion efforts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Oil Prices Plunge as Dollar Surges and Iran Tensions Cool

Crude oil and gasoline futures tumbled sharply on Monday, pressured by a rallying U.S. dollar and signs of diplomatic engagement between the U.S. and Iran. The sell-off marks a significant reversal from last week's geopolitical premium.

Feb 2, 2026