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Beyond the Frontier: Is Undervalued Telecom Giant VEON Poised for a Digital Breakout?

Amidst a challenging macro landscape, telecom operator VEON Ltd. is posting robust growth in its core frontier markets while aggressively expanding its digital ecosystem. With a valuation significantly below peers, analysts are debating whether the market is overlooking a hidden gem or rightly pricing in geopolitical risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Applied Digital Bets Big on AI Infrastructure with Hyperscale Leases and New 430MW Campus

Applied Digital is making a decisive pivot from cryptocurrency mining to high-performance AI data center infrastructure, securing major long-term leases and breaking ground on a new campus designed for large-scale AI workloads, as demand for specialized compute power surges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lucky Strike Entertainment: A Deep Dive Into Valuation After Steep Share Price Declines

Lucky Strike Entertainment's stock has tumbled nearly 24% over the past year, raising critical questions about its true worth. We analyze whether the current price reflects underlying value or signals an overextended valuation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Western Digital Charts AI Storage Future at Innovation Day Amid Surging Demand

Western Digital leverages strong quarterly results and new customer deals to outline its long-term AI storage strategy at its Innovation Day event, as investors weigh its positioning in the booming data infrastructure market.

Feb 2, 2026

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A Mother Strangled as Child Slept Nearby: Digital Trail Leads to Ex-Boyfriend's Conviction in Virginia Murder

The brutal 2022 murder of Katlyn Lyon Montgomery, a 28-year-old mother, sent shockwaves through her Virginia community. What initially seemed a mystery was unraveled by a relentless investigation that pieced together a stalking ex-boyfriend's digital footprint, leading to a first-degree murder conviction and a life sentence.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

WisdomTree Hits Record $160.8B AUM, Driven by European Surge and Digital Asset Growth

WisdomTree Investments capped off a transformative 2025 with record assets under management, fueled by a landmark European expansion and a burgeoning digital assets platform. The firm's strategic acquisition of Ceres Partners has also opened a new frontier in private markets, setting the stage for continued margin growth in 2026.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Sphere Entertainment's Meteoric Rise: Is the Party Just Getting Started or Nearing Its Finale?

Sphere Entertainment's stock has soared 39% in three months, with a 105% annual return, forcing Wall Street to re-evaluate the future of its immersive live experiences. Analysts debate if the current price still offers value or if the market has already priced in a perfect show.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Interparfums Secures 20-Year Global Fragrance Rights for Nautica and David Beckham, Betting on Brand Revivals and Digital Growth

Interparfums (IPAR) has locked in exclusive long-term licenses for the Nautica and David Beckham fragrance portfolios, aiming to revitalize the brands and expand their digital footprint globally. The deals signal a strategic push into mainstream lifestyle and celebrity scents.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Gold's Glitter Outshines Bitcoin as 'Digital Gold' Thesis Faces Scrutiny

As gold and silver surge to record highs, Bitcoin's recent slump reignites debate over its viability as a modern safe-haven asset, challenging its long-touted 'digital gold' narrative.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Hitachi's Digital Pivot: Leadership Overhaul and Share Buyback Signal Strategic Shift, Investors Weigh Risks

Hitachi, Ltd. announces a ¥100 billion share repurchase and a sweeping leadership reshuffle across its core divisions, sharpening its focus on digital and AI-driven growth. While the move underscores a commitment to shareholder returns and a transformed future, analysts caution that execution risks and a premium valuation loom large.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

DXC and Ripple Forge Alliance to Bridge Traditional Banking with Digital Asset Infrastructure

In a strategic move to modernize financial services, DXC Technology partners with Ripple to embed digital asset custody and payment solutions directly into legacy core banking systems, aiming to facilitate institutional adoption of blockchain technology.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Siemens Bets Big on Digital Infrastructure: Can Share Buybacks and New Tech Ventures Drive Growth?

Siemens AG is doubling down on its digital transformation, channeling investments into battery storage, AI-driven industrial solutions, and data analytics while continuing a substantial share repurchase program. This analysis examines whether these strategic moves can translate into sustainable shareholder value amid a complex financial landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

InterDigital Projects Robust Growth Through 2026, Bolstered by New LG Electronics Pact

InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) has laid out an ambitious financial roadmap for fiscal year 2026, forecasting revenues up to $775 million. The outlook is supported by a newly inked licensing agreement with LG Electronics and a key smartphone renewal, signaling strong momentum in its patent portfolio.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Western Digital Aims to Cement AI Storage Leadership at Upcoming Innovation Day

With its stock near 52-week highs, Western Digital prepares to unveil its AI-driven storage roadmap at a pivotal New York event, seeking to transition its narrative from cyclical recovery to structural growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond Jabil: Why This Market Darling May Disappoint, and a Digital Ad Play to Watch

While Jabil's stock has mirrored the S&P 500's recent gains, a closer look reveals underlying concerns over growth, profitability, and cash flow. We analyze the risks and spotlight a more compelling alternative in the digital advertising space.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Marsh & McLennan Beats Q4 Estimates as Digital and AI Investments Offset Market Pressures

The global professional services giant reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, with revenue climbing 8.7% to $6.60 billion. Strategic investments in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence are credited for driving growth despite headwinds in insurance pricing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fed Contender Kevin Warsh: From 'Coolest Software' Skeptic to Digital Dollar Advocate

The potential nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh has sent ripples through financial markets, spotlighting his complex history with cryptocurrency—from early-stage investor to critic of Bitcoin as money, and now a proponent of a U.S. digital dollar.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Iconic Farmers' Almanac Finds New Life: Digital Publisher Rescues 206-Year-Old Publication from Closure

The historic Farmers' Almanac, famed for its secret weather formula, has been acquired by digital media company Unofficial Networks. The move saves the publication from shuttering, relocates its operations from Maine to New York, and promises a digital-first revival alongside a planned return to print.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bank of America Doubles Down on Auto Finance, Expands Digital and Branch Strategy Amid New Retirement Program Push

Bank of America extends its partnership with Volvo Car Financial Services through 2030, solidifying its position in automotive lending. Concurrently, the bank joins JPMorgan Chase in matching contributions to the new federal 'Trump Accounts' child savings program, while advancing a dual-track expansion in digital services and physical branches.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Exodus: Major Miner Bit Digital Joins Industry Shift Away from Crypto Mining

In a significant industry pivot, Nasdaq-listed Bit Digital announces plans to completely exit Bitcoin mining, citing capital inefficiency and redirecting focus to Ethereum infrastructure and AI. This move follows a broader trend of crypto firms abandoning mining operations post-halving and amidst the AI boom.

Jan 30, 2026