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Business

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

Business

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

Business

UBS Sees Stabilization for Globant in 2026, Raises Price Target Amid Mixed Outlook

UBS has increased its price target for digital transformation leader Globant to $75, forecasting a period of stabilized, if modest, growth for the IT services sector next year despite near-term revenue headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Chime Financial's Rollercoaster Ride: Is the Recent Pullback a Buying Opportunity?

Shares of the digital banking disruptor Chime Financial (CHYM) have experienced significant volatility, sliding over 7% in the past week despite a strong quarterly gain. This divergence has investors questioning whether the stock's momentum is stalling or if this presents a strategic entry point.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three Asian Tech Stocks Defying Market Volatility

While global markets remain turbulent, a select group of Asian technology companies are posting impressive growth. From robotics in South Korea to digital entertainment in Japan, we analyze the financials and strategies behind three standout performers that are capturing investor attention.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets See $1.7 Billion Wiped Out in Leveraged Wipeout as Geopolitical Fears Spike

A sharp sell-off across digital assets triggered over $1.7 billion in leveraged position liquidations, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the losses as market sentiment hits 'extreme fear' levels.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Mastercard Caps Off 'Very Strong' 2025, Eyes Growth in Services and New Tech for 2026

Mastercard reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth and surging value-added services. Executives expressed confidence for 2026, highlighting strategic wins, investments in digital assets like stablecoins, and a focus on 'agentic commerce,' even as they plan a restructuring affecting 4% of staff.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Axos Financial Posts Robust Q2 Growth, Fueled by Loan Expansion and Verdant Acquisition

Axos Financial (NYSE: AX) reported strong fiscal Q2 2026 results, with net income jumping to $128.4 million. Driven by broad-based loan growth and contributions from Verdant Commercial Capital, the digital bank highlighted expanding margins, improved credit metrics, and a confident outlook for continued mid-teens annual loan growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

NewtekOne Caps Third Year as a Bank with Strong Deposit Growth, Eyes Credit Improvement

The technology-focused lender reported solid 2025 earnings, highlighted accelerating deposit inflows and a strategic shift away from its legacy SBA portfolio. Management forecasts continued growth for 2026, banking on its digital offerings and a key securitization success.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Exchange Stocks Tumble 60% Amid Trading Volume Collapse

Shares of major cryptocurrency exchanges have plummeted as much as 60% over the past quarter, mirroring a dramatic evaporation of trading activity on their platforms. Analysts are divided on whether this signals a market bottom or the start of a more severe downturn for the digital asset sector.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Minneapolis Union Leader Reveals Coordination Between Elected Officials and Activists in Anti-ICE Monitoring

The head of the Minneapolis teachers' union has disclosed that local elected officials are participating in encrypted Signal groups used to organize surveillance and interference with federal immigration enforcement operations, raising questions about the boundaries of political activism.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Vitamin Shoppe Bets on AI with Flagship 'Innovation Store' in New York's Wellness Corridor

The health retailer unveils its first AI-powered 'Shoppe Advisor' in a Manhattan flagship, aiming to blend digital personalization with human expertise in a competitive market, following a year of ownership changes and executive reshuffling.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IREN Pivots from Bitcoin Mining to AI Infrastructure with Major Microsoft, Dell Deals

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Plunges to $75K in Weekend Sell-Off, Sparking Market Jitters

A sharp weekend correction saw Bitcoin tumble over 7%, erasing billions in leveraged positions. While the immediate trigger appears tied to political uncertainty, analysts point to overheated market conditions as the deeper cause, even as institutional sentiment remains cautiously optimistic.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Crime Surges: $370M Stolen in January Marks Worst Month in Nearly a Year

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.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Fact Check: Viral 'Epstein Bitcoin Email' Debunked, But Documents Show Satoshi References

A fabricated email alleging Jeffrey Epstein discussed Bitcoin's launch with Ghislaine Maxwell has spread online. While the viral message is false, newly released court documents contain genuine references to the cryptocurrency's pseudonymous founder.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Unsealed Documents Reveal Jeffrey Epstein's Early Ties to Bitcoin and Crypto Elite

Newly released court files detail Epstein's involvement with key Bitcoin figures, investment discussions, and his role in funding pivotal infrastructure projects during the industry's nascency.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Avery Dennison's Valuation in Focus as Smart Label Demand Offsets Market Volatility

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Bancorp Charts Aggressive Fintech Growth Path, Unveils Upbeat Profit Outlook Through 2027

The Bancorp (TBBK) capped off fiscal 2025 with robust earnings, driven by surging fintech payments and improved credit quality. Management outlined a bullish multi-year forecast, projecting significant profit growth anchored by three core digital initiatives and sustained capital returns to shareholders.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Virginia Man Found Guilty in BDSM-Themed Double Murder Plot Involving Au Pair

Brendan Banfield has been convicted of the aggravated murder of his wife and a stranger lured through a fake BDSM encounter, a plot allegedly orchestrated with the family's live-in nanny who testified against him.

Feb 2, 2026