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Twist Bioscience Powers Ahead: Q1 2026 Revenue Jumps 17%, Fueled by AI-Driven Discovery Boom

Twist Bioscience kicks off fiscal 2026 with robust growth, reporting a 17% year-over-year revenue increase to $103.7 million. The company credits its semiconductor-based DNA synthesis platform and surging demand from AI-enabled drug discovery programs as key drivers, while reiterating its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven within the year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IBM Bolsters Enterprise AI Strategy with New Platform, Key Partnership, and PepsiCo CEO Joining Board

IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Ford Shifts Gears: New 'Ford Energy' Unit Aims to Power Grids, Reshape Investor Outlook

Ford Motor Company launches a dedicated energy storage business, Ford Energy, appointing Lisa Drake to lead the charge into the rapidly growing battery storage market, signaling a strategic expansion beyond vehicle manufacturing.

Feb 2, 2026

World

UK's Gridworks Inks $400M Ethiopia Power Deals as Foreign Minister Visits to Address Migration Pressures

During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.

Feb 2, 2026

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Major Banks Pledge to Match Federal 'Baby Bond' Contributions for Employees' Children

JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo announce plans to match a $1,000 government deposit into retirement accounts for children of eligible employees, part of a new national savings initiative.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Google Settles Android Data Privacy Lawsuit for $135 Million

Google has agreed to a $135 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging unauthorized data collection by its Android operating system, pending court approval. The deal also mandates clearer user controls and disclosures.

Feb 2, 2026

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NVIDIA Awaits China's Final Nod for H200 AI Chip Sales, CEO Jensen Huang Says

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang indicates that Chinese regulatory approval for the sale of its flagship H200 AI chip is still pending, amid high demand from major tech firms and ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Atlanta Shoe Market Defies Disruption: Renovations Fuel Growth as Buyer Interest Climbs

Despite navigating a major venue overhaul, the Atlanta Shoe Market reports a 7% surge in pre-registrations, with brands and buyers adapting to a reimagined show floor that may boost visibility for some exhibitors.

Feb 2, 2026

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FPA Crescent Fund Sheds Microsoft Stake, Citing AI Valuation Concerns and Shifting Portfolio Strategy

First Pacific Advisors' FPA Crescent Fund disclosed it sold its position in tech giant Microsoft in Q4 2025. The value-focused fund explained the move was driven by a search for greater upside in other AI-related investments, despite acknowledging Microsoft's strong fundamentals.

Feb 2, 2026

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Polish E-Commerce Battle Escalates: Erli Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Allegro Over Pricing Practices

Polish online marketplace Erli has filed a lawsuit against dominant rival Allegro, alleging the platform abuses its market power to pressure sellers into maintaining higher prices on competing sites. Allegro denies the accusations, stating its seller benefit programs are voluntary.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: How a Healthcare Real Estate Giant is Quietly Cashing In on the AI Revolution

While tech stocks dominate AI headlines, Welltower Inc. is leveraging artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to redefine senior living and create a powerful growth engine, positioning itself as a unique beneficiary of long-term healthcare trends.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

AMD's Steady Execution Charts a Course for Long-Term Growth, Says Ashva Capital

Investment firm Ashva Capital Management highlights Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) in its latest investor letter, citing the chipmaker's disciplined execution as a cornerstone for enduring growth, even as the fund's overall 2025 returns trailed major indices.

Feb 2, 2026

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Why Micron Technology Became Ashva Capital's Crown Jewel: A Bet on Memory's Future

Investment firm Ashva Capital Management reveals Micron Technology as its largest holding in its latest investor letter, detailing a conviction play on the memory chip giant's long-term trajectory amid AI-driven demand and market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

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MicroStrategy Doubles Down: $75 Million Bitcoin Purchase Amid Market Turmoil Signals Unwavering Conviction

MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has added another 855 Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, a $75.3 million acquisition that solidifies its position as the world's largest public holder of the cryptocurrency despite recent market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Diplomatic Thaw Emerges as Iran Signals Readiness to Revive Nuclear Talks with U.S.

Amid a fragile de-escalation, Tehran confirms it is reviewing regional mediation proposals and expects a framework for renewed negotiations with Washington within days, though significant hurdles remain.

Feb 2, 2026

World

UK Moves to Arm Forces with New Powers as Rogue Drone Incidents Near Military Sites Double

The British government is proposing legislative changes to allow troops to intercept and destroy threatening drones near defense sites, following a sharp increase in reported incidents amid heightened European security tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing Reopens Under Fragile Ceasefire, Offering Glimmer of Hope for Gaza's Medically Vulnerable

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened under the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire, permitting a limited number of medical evacuations for the first time in nearly two years, as tens of thousands await passage.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Maesa's Ontu Launch Aims to Elevate Mass-Market Body Care to Facial-Grade Standards

Brand incubator Maesa is betting on the growing body care category with the launch of Ontu, a new line bringing high-performance, facial-inspired formulas to Target shelves at accessible price points, capitalizing on shifting consumer skincare rituals.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Bets on Insurance Platform TWFG Amid Tech-Driven Market Headwinds

Investment firm Giverny Capital highlights insurance distributor TWFG as a key holding in its latest letter, revealing a challenging year where its value-focused strategy lagged the AI-fueled market rally.

Feb 2, 2026

Moltbook Mania: AI Bot Forum's Namesake Memecoin Plunges 75% Following Viral Hype

The MOLT token, inspired by the AI-exclusive social platform Moltbook, skyrocketed to a $93M valuation before a dramatic crash, highlighting the volatile and speculative nature of event-driven memecoins.

Feb 2, 2026