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CLEAR Secure Expands Government Footprint: CEO Joins NY Fed Board, Lands Major Medicare Identity Verification Contract

CLEAR Secure, the biometric identity company known for its airport expedited lanes, is deepening its ties to core government systems. CEO Caryn Seidman Becker's appointment to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's board and a new contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services signal a strategic push into financial and public health infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Clear Secure's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Trouble?

Shares of Clear Secure (YOU) have dipped nearly 7% in recent weeks, reigniting the debate over the airport security firm's valuation. Despite the short-term weakness, the stock remains up significantly over the past year, presenting investors with a complex picture of growth momentum versus near-term headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

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Cameco's Westinghouse Venture Secures Key U.S. Agreement, Anchoring $80 Billion Nuclear Reactor Pipeline

A landmark agreement between the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Cameco-Westinghouse joint venture aims to catalyze over $80 billion in new nuclear reactor construction by 2030, bolstering Western energy security and reducing reliance on Russian nuclear fuel.

Jan 30, 2026

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Nvidia's H200 Chips Clear Chinese Hurdle: Tech Giants Secure First Shipments, Boosting Growth Outlook

Chinese regulators have greenlit the first wave of Nvidia's advanced H200 AI chip orders for major firms including Alibaba and ByteDance, marking a potential turning point for the chipmaker's access to a critical market and fueling optimism for its stock trajectory.

Feb 2, 2026

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Clear Street Boosts Critical Metals Target to $20 on Saudi Rare Earth Venture

Analyst firm Clear Street has raised its price target for Critical Metals Corp. (CRML) to $20, citing a strategic joint venture with a Saudi industrial group to build a rare earth processing facility. The move aims to diversify supply chains away from China and support Western defense needs.

Jan 30, 2026

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FDA Greenlights Spectrum Dynamics' AI-Powered Imaging Platform, Boosting Nuclear Medicine Precision

The FDA clearance of Spectrum Dynamics' Veritas.AI platform marks a significant step forward for nuclear imaging, promising to cut scan times in half and enhance image clarity for critical applications like cancer theranostics.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Analysis: U.S. Military Threats Against Iran Risk Triggering a Global Nuclear Domino Effect

As the Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Tehran, experts warn that military action aimed at halting Iran's nuclear program could backfire, potentially accelerating proliferation worldwide and unraveling the non-proliferation regime.

Jan 30, 2026

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Brazil's Digital Banking Giant Nubank Clears Key Hurdle for U.S. Expansion with Conditional National Charter

Nubank, the Latin American fintech leader, has secured conditional approval from the OCC for a U.S. national bank charter, setting an 18-month timeline to launch and challenging incumbent banks with its digital-first model.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Wisconsin's Shuttered Kewaunee Nuclear Plant Eyes a New Energy Future

An international nuclear services firm moves forward with plans to seek regulatory approval for new power generation at the long-closed Kewaunee site, potentially revitalizing a key piece of Wisconsin's energy infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

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Polestar Secures $400 Million Lifeline from Banking Giants, Bolstering EV Ambitions

The Geely-owned electric vehicle maker Polestar has secured a major $400 million equity investment from a consortium led by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Standard Chartered Bank, signaling crucial financial backing as it navigates a competitive market.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jacobs Secures Major Low-Carbon Infrastructure Contracts Amid Market Skepticism

Jacobs Solutions lands pivotal roles in California wastewater upgrades and UK nuclear project, reinforcing its position in sustainable infrastructure despite shares trading below analyst targets.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Medvedev Warns of Global Alarm as New START Expiry Looms, Threatening First Unchecked Nuclear Era in Decades

Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Diplomatic Gambit: Iran Signals Openness to Nuclear Talks Despite U.S. Military Posturing

Amid heightened regional tensions and a visible U.S. military buildup, Iran's Foreign Minister expresses cautious optimism for a nuclear deal, even as Tehran's supreme leader warns of a broader conflict should hostilities erupt.

Feb 2, 2026

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NextEra Bets Big on Tech's Power Hunger: Nuclear, Renewables, and Carbon Capture in Focus

NextEra Energy is aggressively pursuing long-term power supply agreements with major technology firms, positioning itself as a one-stop shop for clean, reliable electricity to fuel the data center boom. Its strategy hinges on a three-pronged approach: record renewable energy additions, potential nuclear fleet expansion, and a pioneering gas plant with carbon capture technology developed with ExxonMobil.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Powering the AI Boom: How a Nuclear-Heavy Utility Is Capitalizing on Tech's Energy Crisis

As artificial intelligence drives an unprecedented surge in electricity demand, one utility company—Constellation Energy—is uniquely positioned with its vast nuclear fleet to meet the need, turning an industry-wide bottleneck into a significant growth opportunity.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Satellite Imagery Reveals Opaque Activity at Key Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Rising Tensions

New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.

Jan 30, 2026

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Iran Signals Openness to Nuclear Talks with U.S., But Draws Red Lines on Missiles and Sovereignty

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking from Istanbul, stated Iran's conditional willingness to engage in "fair and just" nuclear diplomacy with the United States, while firmly rejecting negotiations on its missile program and any external "dictation." The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed U.S. military threats.

Jan 30, 2026

World

IAEA Holds Emergency Session as Ukraine Nuclear Safety Fears Mount

The UN atomic watchdog's board convened an extraordinary meeting amid heightened alarm over the safety of Ukraine's nuclear facilities following sustained attacks on the country's energy infrastructure, with the agency's chief warning of the world's gravest nuclear risk.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Myanmar's Military-Backed Party Secures Decisive Election Victory Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), backed by Myanmar's military, has secured a commanding majority in the country's protracted general election, a result widely anticipated but condemned by critics as a sham designed to cement junta control.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ovintiv's NuVista Acquisition Clears Final Hurdle, Setting Stage for Canadian Expansion

The Canadian government has granted final approval for Ovintiv's takeover of NuVista Energy, completing all regulatory and shareholder requirements. The deal, expected to close shortly, significantly bolsters Ovintiv's position in the Canadian oil and gas sector, though analysts debate its long-term value and impact on shareholder returns.

Feb 2, 2026