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WeRide Unveils 'Genesis' AI Simulation Platform, Aiming to Accelerate Global Autonomous Vehicle Development

Chinese autonomous driving leader WeRide has launched its proprietary general-purpose simulation model, Genesis, designed to bridge the gap between real-world data and virtual testing. The platform promises to drastically cut development time and costs for AV systems, from advanced driver-assistance features to fully autonomous robotaxis.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Adobe Acquires Semrush in Major Push to Unify AI-Powered Creative and Marketing Workflows

Adobe's strategic acquisition of marketing intelligence platform Semrush Holdings marks a significant step in its mission to deeply integrate artificial intelligence across content creation and digital campaign management, aiming to bridge the gap between creative ideation and data-driven performance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Sports Unit Loses $110 Million in Profits Following YouTube TV Blackout

A two-week carriage dispute between Disney and YouTube TV last November resulted in a significant financial blow to Disney's sports division, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the streaming and traditional cable landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond Nvidia: How Broadcom and TSMC Are Carving Out the Next Frontier in AI Chips

As tech giants scramble to curb soaring AI costs, a strategic pivot toward custom silicon is reshaping the competitive landscape, with Broadcom's design prowess and TSMC's manufacturing dominance creating a powerful new axis of influence.

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

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

Business

Buell's $10M Federal Lifeline: A Crucial Test for the Reborn American Motorcycle Maker

A new federal loan aims to help the revived Buell Motorcycle Company scale production of its high-performance Super Cruiser, testing whether niche innovation can find a sustainable path in a competitive market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Power Giants Forge Alliance: Schroders, CATL, and Lochpine Unite to Fuel Europe's Battery Storage Surge

A landmark tripartite agreement between financial heavyweight Schroders, battery leader CATL, and investment firm Lochpine Capital aims to deploy up to 10GWh of energy storage across Europe, marking a significant step in the continent's clean energy transition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Istanbul Fashion Connection 2026 Set to Welcome 30,000 Global Buyers, Cementing Turkey's Role as a Fashion Hub

The ninth edition of the Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO) is poised to gather an estimated 30,000 trade visitors and 400 exhibitors this February, highlighting Turkey's expanding influence in the global apparel sourcing landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Sonesta Unveils $400 Million Portfolio-Wide Revamp, Elevating Guest Experience Across Key Markets

Sonesta International Hotels concludes a sweeping multi-year renovation initiative, injecting modern amenities and design into properties from New York to Kaua'i, as the company sharpens its competitive edge in the hospitality sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: Two Profitable Stocks Building Momentum, One Facing Headwinds

Profitability alone doesn't guarantee a stock's success. We examine three companies with strong margins, highlighting two that are leveraging their financial health for growth and one where challenges may cloud the future.

Feb 2, 2026

World

India Overhauls Tax Rules to Propel Homegrown Accounting Firms onto World Stage

In a bid to boost the global competitiveness of Indian accounting and advisory firms, the government has announced a dual-pronged reform: simplifying the 'accountant' definition under Safe Harbour Rules and merging tax computation standards with financial reporting norms.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

AstraZeneca Shifts Gears: Full NYSE Listing Marks Strategic Pivot to US Market

The UK pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca begins trading ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange today, a significant upgrade from its previous Nasdaq ADR listing. This move underscores the company's strategic rebalancing towards the United States, its largest market, and raises questions about the long-term relevance of its London listing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Peter Thiel's Hedge Fund Doubles Down on Tech Titans: Apple and Microsoft Now Dominate Portfolio

Thiel Macro, the hedge fund managed by Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel, has made a decisive shift in its investment strategy, exiting Nvidia and reducing Tesla while building massive positions in Apple and Microsoft, which together now constitute over 60% of its holdings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

APA Corporation: Wall Street's Cautious Stance Amid Strong Performance

Despite outperforming key benchmarks, APA Corporation faces a wall of analyst skepticism. With shares already trading above the average price target, the energy producer's disciplined strategy collides with muted expectations for near-term gains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jupiter Expands Solana's Prediction Market Ambitions with Polymarket Integration and $35M Strategic Investment

Solana's leading DEX aggregator Jupiter announces a landmark integration with prediction market giant Polymarket, alongside securing a $35 million strategic investment from ParaFi Capital, signaling a major push into on-chain forecasting.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Iran Escalates Diplomatic Row, Summons EU Envoys Over Revolutionary Guard's Terror Listing

Iran has summoned the ambassadors of all European Union member states in Tehran in a sharp diplomatic protest against the bloc's recent decision to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The move, triggered by the IRGC's alleged role in suppressing protests, deepens Iran's isolation amid heightened regional tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

World

EY Forecast: UK Growth to Stagnate Under Weight of Tax Rises and Global Headwinds

The UK's economic recovery faces a significant drag from recently implemented fiscal tightening, with growth forecasts remaining subdued for the coming year, according to a leading economic forecaster.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci 5 Gains FDA Nod for Cardiac Procedures, Expanding Robotic Surgery's Reach

The FDA has cleared Intuitive Surgical's latest robotic system for use in certain heart surgeries, marking a strategic expansion into one of healthcare's largest and most complex service lines and potentially reshaping hospital capital planning for robotics.

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