Digital infrastructure firm IREN secures a landmark $9.7 billion agreement with Microsoft and a massive GPU procurement from Dell, marking a strategic shift from cryptocurrency mining to powering the AI cloud boom.
Disney's theme parks and cruise lines delivered a historic $10 billion quarter, driving overall revenue past expectations. However, surging costs across its media and sports divisions squeezed profits as the entertainment giant nears a decision on its next chief executive.
PepsiCo's CEO expands his tech governance role at IBM, while a new financial chief takes the helm in the critical India region. These moves come as the beverage and snack giant's stock shows resilience, prompting investor analysis of its future direction.
Robinhood is positioning itself at the center of three major financial shifts: potentially administering new federal savings accounts, vying for a key role in SpaceX's blockbuster IPO, and expanding into tokenized assets. This strategic pivot could redefine the fintech's role from a trading app to a core financial infrastructure player.
As YouTube emerges as a key AI training data source, Reddit navigates a complex web of challenges: protecting its community brands, defending ad revenue against TikTok and AI search, and proving the value of its data licensing strategy to investors.
As financial pressures and a search for engagement redefine retirement, a new wave of seniors is turning to flexible, low-barrier side gigs. From online tutoring to pet care, these roles leverage lifelong skills without requiring prior formal experience.
While several stocks have posted impressive short-term gains, a closer look reveals a divergence between fleeting catalysts and fundamental strength. We analyze one surging name with a solid foundation and two others where caution may be warranted.
Alibaba Group has pledged 3 billion yuan ($431 million) to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar campaigns by rivals Tencent and Baidu and marking a major escalation in China's competitive AI landscape.
Blockchain security firm CertiK reports a dramatic spike in cryptocurrency thefts for January 2026, with losses hitting $370.3 million—the highest monthly figure in 11 months. The surge is driven by a mix of sophisticated social engineering attacks and persistent on-chain exploits, highlighting the evolving threats facing the digital asset space.
Investors in German B2B specialist TAKKT AG (ETR:TTK) have faced a punishing three years, with total shareholder returns plummeting 68%. As revenue declines and the share price continues to slide, we examine the fundamentals behind the downturn and what it signals for the company's future.
Cardiac monitoring specialist iRhythm has finalized a significant corporate restructuring, creating a new parent company to serve as its publicly listed entity on Nasdaq. The move is seen as a strategic step to streamline governance and provide operational flexibility as the company expands its AI-driven health platform.
Alibaba Group has announced a massive 3 billion yuan ($431 million) campaign to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar efforts by rivals Tencent and Baidu. The move intensifies a high-stakes battle for user adoption in China's rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector.
All eyes turn to Match Group as it prepares to report Q4 earnings Tuesday afternoon. With analysts forecasting modest revenue growth but lingering concerns over user attrition and profitability, investors brace for another volatile session.
Shares of materials and labeling giant Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) have shown resilience amid broader market swings, reigniting debate over its intrinsic value. With a significant gap between its current price and analyst targets, investors are weighing its growth in digital identification technologies against persistent sector headwinds.
After years of sluggish sales and brand challenges, Starbucks is betting on a dual strategy: deploying AI to streamline operations while reinvesting in the in-store experience. CEO Brian Niccol outlines the plan he believes will restore growth and community connection.
While America's coffee consumption hits multi-decade highs, Starbucks' market share is eroding. The pioneer now faces a crowded battlefield of value-focused rivals, drive-thru specialists, and international entrants, forcing a strategic rethink of its iconic 'third place' model.
As earnings season unfolds, Apple and Meta Platforms both posted impressive results, but their paths diverge sharply. Apple's growth reaccelerates on iPhone strength, while Meta's robust outlook is shadowed by soaring AI investments. The debate over which stock offers the better value is heating up.
As crude prices spike on Middle East tensions, fears of reignited inflation and subsequent Fed action cast a shadow over risk assets, with Bitcoin failing to capitalize on its perceived 'safe-haven' narrative.
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood argues the parabolic rise in gold, not artificial intelligence, represents the current asset bubble, pointing to its recent sharp correction as validation of her view while reaffirming her bullish stance on Bitcoin.
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.
