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Davos Clash Exposes Banking's Crypto Rift: Coinbase CEO and JPMorgan's Dimon Spar Over Regulation and the Future of Finance

A tense exchange at the World Economic Forum between Coinbase's Brian Armstrong and JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon has laid bare the deepening conflict between traditional finance and the crypto industry. The core dispute revolves around stablecoin yields, regulatory oversight, and who gets to control the next evolution of the financial system.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Noem's Body Camera Mandate for ICE Agents Meets Immediate Skepticism Amid Unreleased Shooting Footage

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's rollout of body cameras for federal immigration officers in Minneapolis has been overshadowed by demands for transparency, as the department continues to withhold video from two recent fatal shootings by its agents.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cracker Barrel Mandates In-House Dining for Traveling Staff Amid Cost-Cutting and Brand Turmoil

Leaked internal memo reveals Cracker Barrel is requiring employees to eat primarily at its own restaurants during business trips, while also curtailing travel and alcohol reimbursements, as the chain grapples with financial pressures and fallout from a controversial rebrand.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

NJR Raises Guidance After Winter Storm Performance, Outlines $5 Billion Growth Plan

New Jersey Resources (NJR) lifted its fiscal 2026 earnings forecast following strong performance during recent extreme cold weather, while detailing a five-year, $5 billion capital investment plan focused on utility reliability, storage expansion, and clean energy growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PepsiCo Slashes Prices on Popular Snack Brands as Consumer Budgets Remain Tight

In a strategic shift, PepsiCo announces targeted price reductions of up to 15% on key snack lines including Lay's and Doritos, responding directly to sustained financial pressure on shoppers and the diverging 'K-shaped' economic recovery.

Feb 3, 2026

Chipotle Bets on 'Real Ingredients' to Rebound from 2025 Slump, Takes Swipe at AI-Generated Super Bowl Ads

Facing a challenging year of declining sales, Chipotle launches a new 'Choices' ad campaign emphasizing fresh preparation and contrasts its methods with competitors. In a bold Super Bowl counter-programming move, the chain will give away free entrees during AI-generated commercial breaks.

Feb 3, 2026

Disney and Chase Target Superfans with New Premium 'Inspire' Visa Card

The Walt Disney Company and Chase launch a new $149-annual-fee credit card, offering accelerated rewards and exclusive perks tailored for frequent park-goers and Disney vacation planners.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Prosecutors Seek to Uphold Office Ban for Le Pen in EU Funds Appeal

French prosecutors have urged an appeals court to confirm a ruling that found far-right officials guilty of misusing EU funds, a decision that could bar Marine Le Pen from next year's presidential race.

Feb 3, 2026

World

NATO Initiates Arctic Military Planning Amid Greenland Sovereignty Tensions

NATO's military command has begun planning an 'Arctic Sentry' surveillance mission as U.S.-European tensions over Greenland's future strain alliance unity, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Feb 3, 2026

World

UK Data Watchdog Launches Formal Probe into X Over Grok AI's 'Deepfake' Image Generation

Britain's Information Commissioner's Office has opened a formal investigation into X and its AI chatbot Grok, focusing on the alleged use of personal data to create non-consensual sexualized imagery, including of minors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Soars on Defense-Driven AI Boom, But Scrutiny Over Surveillance Contracts Intensifies

Palantir Technologies' shares surged nearly 7% following a blockbuster earnings report, fueled by a 66% jump in U.S. government revenue. The data analytics firm, a key Pentagon and intelligence community contractor, is riding a wave of increased defense spending, though its high valuation and controversial ICE surveillance work draw mixed reactions from investors and analysts.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Scout Motors' South Carolina Plant Costs Surge by $1 Billion Before First Vehicle Rolls Off Line

Scout Motors, the Volkswagen Group's revived off-road brand, faces mounting financial pressure as construction costs for its flagship U.S. production facility balloon by an additional $1 billion, raising total investment to $3 billion amid delays and regulatory hurdles.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Consumer Reports' 2026 Top Picks Signal a Tipping Point: All 10 Best New Cars Are Electrified

In a landmark shift, every vehicle on Consumer Reports' 2026 '10 Best' list is either a hybrid or fully electric, underscoring a decisive move toward electrification in the mainstream auto market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fed Nominee Misread as Hawk, Veteran Investor Warns, Foresees Continued Fuel for Precious Metals Rally

Amid market turmoil following Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, seasoned investor George Noble argues traders have misjudged the nominee as a hawk. He contends Warsh's dovish leanings will instead accelerate the monetary trends that have powered gold and silver to record highs.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI Engine Defies Doubters, Posts Record Growth and Bullish Forecast

Amid broader market skepticism about AI adoption and sustainability, Palantir Technologies delivered a quarter of explosive growth, shattering expectations and forecasting continued momentum through 2026.

Feb 3, 2026

White House Crypto Talks End in Deadlock, Leaving Landmark Legislation in Limbo

A high-stakes White House meeting between banking and cryptocurrency industry leaders concluded without a breakthrough, failing to bridge a critical divide over stablecoin rewards that has stalled a major market structure bill for months.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond Capitalism's Myths: The Urgent Need for a More Inclusive American Economy

As global trust in U.S. leadership wavers, a deeper crisis of economic mobility threatens the American Dream. The path forward may lie not in more capitalism, but in cultivating a new breed of capitalists who share prosperity.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Major Fund Trims $16 Million Ethereum ETF Stake Amid Crypto Market Downturn

Pilgrim Partners Asia significantly reduced its holding in the iShares Ethereum Trust ETF as Ether's price struggles, highlighting institutional risk management in volatile digital asset markets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Disney Names Josh D'Amaro as New CEO, Securing Leadership Future with $38M Package

The Walt Disney Company has appointed longtime executive Josh D'Amaro as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Bob Iger in a planned transition. D'Amaro, who currently leads Disney's theme parks division, will assume the role in March with a compensation package valued at approximately $38 million.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tax Refunds Set to Surge in 2025: How to Strategize Your Windfall for Lasting Financial Gains

With average tax refunds projected to climb significantly next year, financial experts urge recipients to plan deliberately. We break down the smartest moves for your money, from bolstering savings to tackling high-interest debt.

Feb 3, 2026