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SoFi Posts Record Quarter, Eyes Aggressive Growth as Fintech Giant Hits Profitability Milestone

SoFi Technologies capped off a transformative 2025 with its first billion-dollar revenue quarter, fueled by explosive member growth and a strategic pivot toward fee-based services. As the digital finance leader sets ambitious targets for 2026, analysts are weighing its 'one-stop-shop' model against an evolving economic landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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U.S. Regulators and Lawmakers Signal Major Shift Toward Crypto Framework

In a landmark day for digital asset policy, U.S. regulators unveiled a coordinated initiative while a key Senate committee advanced market structure legislation, signaling a potential end to years of regulatory uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

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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

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Cuban's Crypto Bet: Bitcoin vs. Gold in the Ultimate Stress Test

Billionaire Mark Cuban champions Bitcoin's digital utility over gold's physical heft for crisis scenarios, but institutional flows and central bank demand tell a different story, highlighting a deepening divide in safe-haven strategies.

Jan 30, 2026

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Lloyds Banking Group Announces £1.75bn Share Buyback and Dividend Hike Amid Regulatory Balancing Act

Lloyds Banking Group has unveiled a significant capital return to shareholders, launching a £1.75 billion share buyback and raising its dividend by 15%. The move follows robust full-year results and digital progress, but unfolds against a backdrop of ongoing regulatory scrutiny and strategic reinvestment needs.

Jan 30, 2026

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SoFi Stock Surges After Blowout Q4 Earnings, But a Stunning Guidance Warning Raises Eyebrows

SoFi Technologies smashed Wall Street's Q4 2025 revenue and profit forecasts, sending its shares sharply higher. However, the digital finance leader's shockingly weak sales outlook for the coming quarter has injected significant uncertainty into its growth narrative.

Jan 30, 2026

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Nvidia Aided China's DeepSeek In Advancing Powerful AI Models Later Linked To Military Use, House Committee Chair Alleges: Report

A U.S. lawmaker has alleged that Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA) provided technical assistance to Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Nvidia Technical Support Allegedly Boosted DeepSeek's Efficiency Nvidia helped DeepSeek improve the efficiency of its artificial intelligence models, according to a letter sent to the U.S. Commerce Department by Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), chair of the House Select Committee on China. The letter, seen by Reuters on Wednesday, says documents obtained by the committee show th

Jan 30, 2026

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SoFi Profits Surge as Fee-Based Boom Shields Fintech from Rate Volatility

SoFi Technologies posts a sharp rise in quarterly profit, driven by record loan demand and a 78% revenue surge in its fee-generating financial services arm. The performance highlights a strategic shift as consumers flock to digital lenders for debt consolidation, while potential regulatory headwinds loom for the credit card industry.

Jan 30, 2026

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Meesho's Aggressive Growth Push Fuels Widening Losses in First Post-IPO Earnings

Indian e-commerce challenger Meesho reported a significant widening of its quarterly net loss to ₹4.91 billion, as a 44% surge in expenses outpaced strong revenue growth, marking a costly start to its life as a public company.

Jan 30, 2026

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Dogecoin's Decade Ahead: Assessing the Prospects of the Original Meme Coin

As one of the oldest cryptocurrencies, Dogecoin faces a critical juncture. With its price down over 80% from its 2021 peak and questions about its long-term utility mounting, investors are weighing whether the iconic digital asset has a future or is fading into irrelevance.

Jan 30, 2026

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Alibaba Spins Off $2 Billion Robovan Venture, Doubling Down on Automated Last-Mile Delivery

Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.

Jan 30, 2026

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Ziff Davis Stock: A Turnaround in Motion or a Value Trap? Analysts Weigh In on Mixed Signals

Ziff Davis (ZD) shares show signs of a recent rebound, posting double-digit gains over the last quarter. Yet, a steep annual decline leaves investors questioning if the digital media firm is undervalued or facing structural headwinds. We break down the valuation debate and key risks.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Hype: Wall Street Eyes Crypto's Infrastructure Winners as Analyst Picks MSTR, COIN, and HOOD

While fintech has streamlined user interfaces, the backbone of finance remains slow. Cryptocurrency's native digital settlement presents a structural shift. Amid regulatory uncertainty, Cantor Fitzgerald identifies three public companies positioned to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the blockchain ecosystem.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Screen: Meta's Zuckerberg Envisions a Future Where Users 'Step Inside' Content

In a bold vision outlined during Meta's earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg positioned video as merely a stepping stone toward fully immersive, interactive digital experiences, powered by the convergence of AI and the mobile-first expansion of platforms like Horizon Worlds.

Jan 30, 2026

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Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: Navigating the Crypto Dip for Maximum Returns

As Bitcoin and Ethereum trade significantly below recent peaks, investors face a critical choice. While both present compelling opportunities, a deeper analysis of market dynamics, institutional sentiment, and long-term narratives suggests one digital asset may hold a decisive edge in the current cycle.

Jan 30, 2026

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Axos Financial's Strategic Leap: Verdant Acquisition and AI Drive Fuel Loan Growth and Investor Confidence

Axos Financial's recent acquisition of Verdant Commercial Capital and its deepening investment in artificial intelligence are translating into tangible financial gains, with robust loan growth and surging share prices highlighting the digital bank's evolving strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

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AI Infrastructure Showdown: Can IREN and APLD Sustain Their Meteoric Rise?

Once crypto miners, IREN and Applied Digital have pivoted to AI infrastructure, delivering staggering returns. But as valuations soar, investors face a critical choice between predictable cash flow and high-growth optionality.

Jan 30, 2026

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Mitsubishi Forges Global Alliance with Aethon Energy to Accelerate LNG and Next-Gen Infrastructure Push

Mitsubishi Corporation and U.S.-based Aethon Energy have announced a strategic global alliance aimed at co-developing projects across liquefied natural gas (LNG), carbon capture, geothermal energy, and digital infrastructure, marking a significant step in the Japanese conglomerate's lower-carbon expansion.

Jan 30, 2026

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Morgan Stanley Bullish on Full Truck Alliance, Sees 30%+ Transaction Revenue Surge by 2026

Despite a mixed analyst outlook, Morgan Stanley projects robust growth for Full Truck Alliance's core commission business, even as overall revenue faces headwinds. The digital freight platform's long-term strategy is gaining favor.

Jan 30, 2026

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Regulatory Headwinds Cloud Outlook for PDD Holdings Amid Broader China Internet Crackdown

While Morgan Stanley maintains an Overweight rating on PDD Holdings, the firm has removed the e-commerce giant from its Top Picks list, citing heightened regulatory scrutiny and a slower-than-expected consumer recovery in China.

Jan 30, 2026