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Deutsche Börse's 360T Joins Forces with Bitpanda, Paving a Regulated Path for European Crypto Adoption

In a strategic move to bridge traditional finance and digital assets, Deutsche Börse Group's 360T has partnered with Austrian crypto platform Bitpanda. The collaboration leverages Europe's new MiCA framework to offer institutional clients a compliant gateway into cryptocurrency trading and retail services.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Musk's xAI Recruits Crypto Talent Following SpaceX Merger, Signaling Deeper AI-Finance Ambitions

Elon Musk's newly merged AI venture, xAI, is actively seeking cryptocurrency experts to train its models on digital asset markets. The move follows the blockbuster union with SpaceX and points to a strategic push into AI-driven financial analysis.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PayPal Shares Tumble After Q4 Revenue Miss, Growth Concerns Mount

PayPal Holdings Inc. reported fourth-quarter revenue that fell short of Wall Street expectations, sending its stock plunging nearly 15% and raising questions about the digital payments pioneer's growth trajectory in a competitive market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hong Kong Fund Exits $9 Million Ethereum ETF Stake Amid Crypto Market Retreat

Apeiron Capital Ltd. has liquidated its entire position in the iShares Ethereum Trust ETF, a move highlighting shifting institutional sentiment as digital asset volatility persists.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Europe's Aging Power Grids Threaten to Stall Amazon's Cloud Expansion

Amazon Web Services warns that multi-year delays in securing power grid connections are jeopardizing its data center investments across Europe, highlighting a critical infrastructure bottleneck for the continent's digital and industrial ambitions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets Stage Tentative Rebound Amid Lingering Macro Fears

After a brutal week of sell-offs, digital asset prices edged higher on Tuesday, with the global market capitalization rising 2.5% to $2.72 trillion. Analysts point to a fragile recovery driven by spot ETF inflows and technical buying, but warn that structural concerns and deleveraging pressures continue to cast a long shadow.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Spain Moves to Bar Under-16s from Social Media, Mandates Strict Age Checks

In a sweeping push for online safety, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced plans to prohibit social media access for minors under 16 and enforce robust age-verification systems, positioning Spain alongside a growing European coalition tackling digital harms.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Insider Bets Signal Hidden Gems: Three Small-Caps Poised for Growth in 2026

As major indices rally, savvy investors are turning to overlooked small-cap stocks where recent insider buying hints at underlying value and confidence. We examine three such companies across banking and consumer goods, dissecting their financials and strategic moves in a buoyant market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Inside the Swiss Fortress: How Tether Amassed a $24 Billion Gold Hoard in a Nuclear Bunker

As digital finance reshapes the global economy, crypto giant Tether is making a massive physical bet, storing a staggering 140 tons of gold in a secret Swiss bunker—a move that positions it among the world's largest gold holders and signals a strategic shift in the battle for monetary influence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Sanctuary Wealth Poaches Top Marketing Talent from Rival Choreo to Fuel Growth Push

Sanctuary Wealth has appointed Marissa Fox-Foley, former CMO of Choreo, as its new Chief Marketing Officer. She is tasked with scaling the hybrid RIA's marketing capabilities and driving digital transformation across its network of partner firms.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Blue Chips: Three European Small-Caps Poised for Growth Amid Economic Recovery

While the broader STOXX Europe 600 rides a wave of earnings optimism, savvy investors are digging deeper into the small-cap universe for hidden value. We spotlight three companies—spanning finance, tech, and banking—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling valuations in the current economic climate.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Musk's xAI Seeks Crypto-Finance Experts to Train Next-Gen AI Market Analysts

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is recruiting remote cryptocurrency finance specialists. The move aims to deepen its AI models' understanding of digital asset markets, moving beyond price prediction to grasp trading behavior, on-chain analytics, and risk management.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Swiftly's SmartCircular AI Transforms Dated Grocery Flyers into Interactive, Data-Driven Shopping Hubs

Retail tech firm Swiftly unveils an AI-powered platform that converts static weekly grocery circulars into personalized, clickable digital experiences, giving retailers unprecedented control over promotions and shopper engagement data.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

xAI Seeks Crypto Market Experts to Train Next-Generation AI Models

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is recruiting cryptocurrency specialists for a remote role aimed at teaching its AI systems the intricacies of digital asset markets, from on-chain analytics to risk management.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: Two Entertainment Giants Poised for Decade-Long Growth

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Netflix and Roku stand out not just as market leaders, but as platforms with significant runway for monetization and market share gains, presenting compelling long-term investment cases.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Trustmark Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates on Loan Growth, Wealth Management Strength

Trustmark Corporation reported fourth-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, driven by solid performance across its core banking, mortgage, and wealth management divisions. While revenue met forecasts, adjusted EPS outperformed, with management pointing to strategic hires and cost discipline as key contributors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

GM's Q4 Earnings: Analysts Press on EV Strategy, Margins, and the Road Ahead

General Motors' Q4 earnings call revealed a company navigating a pivotal transition. While disciplined execution on traditional vehicles boosted profits, analysts zeroed in on the pace of its electric vehicle strategy, digital services growth, and long-term margin targets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Remitly's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Warning Sign?

Despite a sharp 17% share price decline over six months, digital remittance leader Remitly shows underlying strength with surging user growth and a recent turn to profitability. We examine whether the current valuation presents a compelling entry point for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Zillow's Slide: Three Red Flags for Investors and a Potential Alternative

Zillow Group's stock has tumbled over 23% in six months, raising questions about its long-term health. Analysis of its sales trends, cash flow, and capital returns suggests underlying challenges, prompting a look at more resilient opportunities in the digital space.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Safety and Security Sector Shows Resilience Amid Mixed Q3 Earnings

As the Q3 earnings season concludes, Brady Corporation leads a diverse group of safety and security services stocks with a strong performance, while the sector navigates evolving physical and digital threats.

Feb 3, 2026