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Venezuela's Oil Sector: Exxon, Chevron Signal Cautious Interest Amid Political Shifts

U.S. oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron hinted at a potential future role in Venezuela's energy revival during earnings calls, emphasizing the need for legal stability and clearer political outcomes before any major commitments. While sanctions ease and new legislation emerges, the path to significant investment remains long and fraught with uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tesla Discloses 1.1 Million Active FSD Subscribers as It Pivots to Subscription-Only Model

In a landmark disclosure during its Q4 earnings call, Tesla has revealed it now has 1.1 million active Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscribers worldwide. The announcement comes as the company prepares to shift exclusively to a monthly subscription model, a strategic move tied to Elon Musk's ambitious goal of reaching 10 million active users.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Venezuela Opens Oil Sector to U.S. Investment After Sanctions Ease and Legal Overhaul

A dual shift in U.S. sanctions and Venezuelan oil law is unlocking the country's vast reserves for American companies, marking a potential turning point after decades of nationalization and economic isolation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitwise CIO Projects Bitcoin Could Reach $6.5 Million in Two Decades, Citing Institutionalization and Monetary Shifts

Following a turbulent 2025, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan anticipates a period of consolidation for Bitcoin, driven by growing institutional adoption and nascent central bank interest, which he believes lays the groundwork for an unprecedented long-term valuation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Grid Under Pressure: PJM Charts New Path to Power Data Center Boom Amid Supply Chain Woes

As a surge in data center demand strains the PJM Interconnection grid, planners unveil a strategy to fast-track connections while wrestling with supply chain delays that threaten to outpace new power generation. Experts warn of a looming mismatch between market promises and construction realities.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Stock Yards Bank Signals Confidence with $25 Million Share Buyback

The Louisville-based regional bank's significant purchase of its own stock highlights internal optimism amid a shifting interest rate landscape, even as it trimmed holdings in tech giants.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Texas Energy Jobs Bounce Back in December, Fueling State's Record Employment Surge

After a November dip, Texas's upstream oil and gas sector added 2,000 jobs in December, contributing to the state's record-breaking employment figures and underscoring the industry's pivotal role in the Texan economy and tax base.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barrick Gold's Meteoric Rise: Is There Still Room to Run?

Barrick Gold's stock has soared over 220% in the past year, leaving investors to question if the rally has peaked. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the mining giant may still be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

TSMC Unveils Landmark $165 Billion Investment Plan for Arizona Semiconductor Hub

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announces a historic $165 billion investment to expand its advanced chipmaking facilities in Arizona, marking a significant deepening of U.S.-Taiwan economic and strategic ties.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Argus Boosts Sanmina Price Target to $200, Citing Strong Earnings and Resilient Operations

Analyst firm Argus has raised its price target for Sanmina Corporation (SANM) to $200, maintaining a Buy rating following the company's better-than-expected Q1 2026 results and robust positioning in key growth markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Needham Reaffirms Bullish Stance on TeraWulf, Sees Strategic Pivot to AI Infrastructure as Key Driver

Investment firm Needham & Company has reiterated its Buy rating and $21 price target for TeraWulf (WULF), citing the company's strategic shift from Bitcoin mining to high-performance computing and AI infrastructure as a core growth catalyst.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Journalist Don Lemon's Arrest Tests Scope of 1994 Clinic Access Law in Unprecedented Case

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon faces federal charges under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act after a protest at a Minnesota church, marking a rare application of the law beyond abortion clinic demonstrations and raising First Amendment questions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles to Two-Month Lows as Fed Uncertainty Sparks Fears of Prolonged Downturn

Bitcoin's sharp decline continues, breaching key support levels as experts warn of a potential slide toward $70,000. Market uncertainty fueled by Trump's controversial Fed chair nomination triggers a broader crypto sell-off.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Warsh's Fed Nomination Signals Potential Overhaul, But Rate Cuts Face Hurdles

President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, has championed a 'regime change' at the central bank, focusing on balance sheet reduction and regulatory rollback. However, analysts question his ability to deliver swift interest rate cuts and warn of potential internal conflict.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Israel Bets on Nebius Group to Power National AI Ambitions with Supercomputer Contract

Nebius Group secures a pivotal government contract to operate Israel's national AI supercomputer, boosting its credibility and positioning it at the heart of the country's tech ecosystem, as analysts eye its growth potential.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Stands Firm as Precious Metals Plummet Amid Fed Nomination Turmoil

In a dramatic market reversal, Bitcoin demonstrates resilience while gold and silver experience historic single-day declines, triggered by shifting interest rate expectations following a surprise Federal Reserve chair nomination.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

A Tale of Two Havens: Silver's Supply Squeeze Diverges Sharply from Bitcoin's Macro Woes

Once hailed as twin hedges against fiat currency, silver and Bitcoin are now charting starkly different courses. Driven by a tangible industrial shortage, silver's historic rally contrasts with Bitcoin's slump, which is increasingly tethered to broader financial liquidity and risk sentiment.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Binance Under Fire: Unpacking the Lingering Distrust on Crypto Twitter

Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

U.S. Wholesale Prices Surge in December, Fueling Inflation Concerns

The Producer Price Index jumped 0.5% last month, more than double November's increase, as rising costs for machinery, metals, and travel services pointed to persistent pipeline pressures for consumers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Optimism Launches Enterprise-Grade Blockchain Suite, Posing a Strategic Choice for Financial Institutions

The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.

Jan 30, 2026