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Business

From Digital Showrooms to AI: The Auto Industry's Unending Quest for a Silver Bullet

The automotive sector has a long history of embracing transformative technologies—from digital retail to vehicle subscriptions—that promised salvation but delivered incremental change at best. As artificial intelligence emerges as the latest panacea, seasoned dealers and analysts urge caution, pointing to a persistent pattern of overpromising and a failure to address core consumer concerns.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

German Regulator Slaps Amazon with €59 Million Fine for Price Control Practices

Germany's Federal Cartel Office has ordered Amazon to cease price control mechanisms on its marketplace and repay €59 million in what it calls 'unfair gains,' citing anti-competitive behavior. The tech giant plans to appeal the landmark decision.

Feb 5, 2026

World

German Chancellor Warns of Regional Escalation as Gulf Trip Dominated by Iran Tensions

During a diplomatic visit to Qatar, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that fears of a worsening conflict with Iran were the central theme of his discussions with Gulf partners, urging Tehran to cease hostilities and return to negotiations.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Germany's Antitrust Watchdog Slaps Amazon with Ban on Price Controls, Demands Millions in Repayment

Germany's Federal Cartel Office has ordered Amazon to cease imposing price caps on third-party sellers in its German marketplace, marking a first-of-its-kind move to reclaim millions in alleged anti-competitive profits. The regulator argues Amazon's dual role as platform operator and competitor makes such price interventions illegal.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

German State Steps In: KfW Acquires €3.3bn Stake in TenneT's German Grid Arm

The German government, via KfW, is set to become a direct shareholder in TenneT Germany with a 25.1% stake, bolstering the grid operator's capital for critical energy transition investments. The deal is slated for completion by mid-2026.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

TotalEnergies Bets on Dual Strategy: Mozambique LNG Revival and European EV Push

French energy giant TotalEnergies is charting a complex course, restarting its major Mozambique LNG project while aggressively expanding into European EV charging. This dual focus on traditional fossil fuels and clean energy infrastructure presents a critical test for its market valuation and strategic direction.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Marvell's Celestial AI Acquisition Garners Hold Rating from Benchmark, Long-Term Revenue Projections Detailed

Following the completion of its acquisition of optical interconnect firm Celestial AI, Marvell Technology (MRVL) receives a reiterated Hold rating from Benchmark. Analysts project a multi-year ramp for the new technology, with significant revenue contributions expected by fiscal 2029.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Under Armour's Q4 Earnings: Can the Brand Regain Its Footing Amid Slumping Sales?

Under Armour prepares to report fourth-quarter results this Friday, with analysts forecasting a revenue decline. The athletic apparel giant's performance will be scrutinized as it navigates a challenging retail landscape and seeks to prove its turnaround strategy is working.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Amsterdam Weighs Ban on Mega-Cruise Ships by 2035 Amid Intensifying Overtourism Debate

Amsterdam is considering a complete ban on ocean-going cruise ships by 2035, joining a growing list of European destinations pushing back against the pressures of mass tourism. The city's exploration of the ban follows failed plans to relocate its port and adds to existing measures targeting river cruises.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

New Jersey's Banking Landscape Shifts as Columbia and Northfield Announce $597M Merger

In a move set to create an $18 billion regional powerhouse, Columbia Financial and Northfield Bancorp have agreed to merge. The deal marks Columbia's strategic entry into the New York market and signals continued consolidation among Northeast banks.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Almonty Industries Hits Record High as U.S. Critical Minerals Push Fuels Mining Rally

Shares of Almonty Industries surged to an all-time peak following updates to the U.S. 'Project Vault' initiative, which aims to secure domestic supply chains for over 50 critical minerals, boosting rare earth and mining stocks.

Feb 4, 2026

Take-Two CEO Responds to Stock Plunge: 'AI Won't Replace the Creative Soul of Gaming'

Following a market sell-off triggered by Google's AI game-building demo, Take-Two Interactive's leadership defends the irreplaceable role of human creativity in blockbuster titles like GTA 6, while outlining their own strategic adoption of generative AI tools.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

UBS Posts Stellar 2025 Finish with 56% Profit Surge, Crosses $7 Trillion in Assets

UBS capped a transformative year with a 56% jump in Q4 profit, pushing group invested assets past the $7 trillion milestone for the first time, as its integration of Credit Suisse nears completion.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nevada Regulators Halt Coinbase Prediction Markets, Escalating State vs. Federal Crypto Clash

Nevada gaming authorities have ordered Coinbase to cease its prediction markets operations, ruling the contracts constitute unlicensed gambling. The move challenges Coinbase's federal regulatory strategy and threatens its nationwide rollout of the controversial product.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Eskay Creek Mine Clears Final Hurdle: Skeena Secures Key Environmental Permit, Paving Way for 2027 Restart

Skeena Resources has received the final Environmental Management Act permit for its Eskay Creek gold-silver project in British Columbia, completing the regulatory process and setting the stage for mining to resume in Q2 2027 following a collaborative approval with Indigenous partners.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Crypto.com Launches Standalone Prediction Platform Amid Regulatory Crackdown on Competitors

Crypto.com debuts its new prediction markets platform OG as state regulators intensify enforcement against rival operators, positioning the exchange to capitalize on growing demand while navigating legal challenges.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Maine Plane Crash: Final Two Victims Identified as Investigation into Fatal Takeoff Continues

Authorities have now identified all six individuals who perished in last month's private jet crash at Bangor International Airport. The final names released are those of the second pilot and a sommelier, completing the tragic roster of victims on a business flight bound for France.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bob Iger to Step Down as Disney CEO Ahead of Schedule, Passing Baton to Longtime Executive

Disney announces CEO Bob Iger will conclude his tenure in March 2026, nine months before his contract ends, citing the completion of key turnaround objectives and a smooth leadership transition as reasons for the early departure.

Feb 4, 2026

World

U.S. Completes $500 Million Oil Revenue Transfer to Venezuela Under Post-Arrest Deal

The United States has transferred the final $200 million to Caracas, completing the return of all proceeds from an initial oil sale authorized after President Maduro's capture. U.S. officials state the funds are for humanitarian and stabilization purposes, with future sales to be managed under a more structured U.S.-based fund.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

RPC Navigates Year-End Slowdown, Pins Hopes on Tech Rollouts and Cost Discipline

RPC Inc. reported a broad sequential revenue decline in Q4 2025, citing a late-year slowdown. While pressure pumping and some regional markets weakened, executives highlighted growth in specific service lines and strategic technology deployments as key pillars for navigating a challenging energy services landscape.

Feb 4, 2026