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Palladyne AI Lands Key Air Force Contract, Extending Its AI Swarm Tech to Space

The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory has awarded Palladyne AI a contract for its HANGTIME project, marking a significant expansion of the company's autonomous swarm software from ground and air assets into the space domain. The deal validates the company's core technology but comes as investors weigh its growth potential against ongoing financial challenges.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Ivanhoe Electric: A Copper Play Powered by Proprietary Tech

Amid soaring demand for critical minerals, Ivanhoe Electric Inc. is advancing its flagship Arizona copper project while commercializing its unique Typhoon geophysical survey system, positioning the company at the intersection of resource development and technology.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Alaska Air Group Charts New Course with Unified Training Hub and Hawaiian Merger Completion

Alaska Air Group unveils a major operational overhaul, opening a new $200 million Global Training Center while finalizing the integration of Hawaiian Airlines. The moves signal a strategic push to streamline operations and bolster competitiveness against larger rivals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Valuation Check: Is Micro-Mechanics (Holdings) Trading at a Fair Price?

A deep dive into the intrinsic value of Micro-Mechanics (Holdings) Ltd. (SGX:5DD) using a Discounted Cash Flow model suggests the stock is trading close to its estimated fair value of S$1.83, presenting a nuanced picture for investors.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SEC Overhauls Accounting Watchdog Leadership, Appoints New PCAOB Chair and Board Members

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has appointed Demetrios Logothetis as the new chair of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, alongside three new board members, marking a significant leadership shift at the key audit regulator.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Ukraine Scrambles to Fortify Air Defenses as Brief Russian Strike Pause Expires

As a temporary halt in Russian airstrikes on Kyiv brokered by former U.S. President Trump nears its end, Ukraine is urgently working to strengthen its air defenses. Analysts caution the lull may be a tactical move by Moscow to bolster its diplomatic leverage rather than a step toward peace.

Jan 30, 2026

World

ISIL Claims Responsibility for Niger Airport Assault as Military Ruler Accuses Regional Powers

The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Uber Doubles Down on Autonomous Future with $1B Waabi Bet, Expanding Robotaxi Ambitions

Uber's strategic investment in self-driving startup Waabi, founded by its former AI chief, signals a major push into robotaxis. The $1 billion deal underscores Uber's sprawling portfolio of over 20 AV partnerships, raising questions about its 'bet-on-everything' approach in the high-stakes race for autonomy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tesla's Driverless Taxis Hit Austin Streets as Berkshire's New CEO Charts a Course and Markets Eye 24/7 Trading

A pivotal week in business saw Tesla's long-awaited robotaxis begin operations without safety drivers, signaling a new phase in autonomous mobility. Meanwhile, Greg Abel's early moves at Berkshire Hathaway hint at a potential strategic shift, and a push for tokenized, round-the-clock stock trading raises questions about the future of finance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

NYISO Report Warns: Surging Natural Gas Prices to Drive Up State Electricity Bills for Years to Come

A new analysis from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) links volatile natural gas markets directly to rising consumer electricity costs. With gas fueling half of New York's power generation, increased demand and export levels are set to keep pressure on household budgets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

South African Startup Lift Airlines Gains IATA Membership, Paving Way for International Expansion

South African low-cost carrier Lift has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key milestone that validates its business model and facilitates its planned regional expansion into Mauritius and Reunion.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Global Air Cargo Demand Climbs 3.4% in 2025 as Trade Lanes Realign

While U.S.-Asia trade tensions dampened trans-Pacific volumes, robust growth in intra-Asia and Europe-Asia corridors propelled the air freight industry to a year of expansion and adaptation, signaling a shift in global trade patterns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Air Products Posts Solid Q1 on Pricing Power and Cost Discipline, Charts Cautious Path Amid Macro Headwinds

Air Products and Chemicals reported a 10% rise in adjusted EPS for its fiscal first quarter, driven by strategic pricing and productivity gains. While management affirmed full-year guidance, they highlighted persistent challenges in the helium market and a cautious approach to major clean energy investments.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair, Banking on a Traditionalist for an Unconventional Era

President Donald Trump announces his intent to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair, seeking a leader aligned with his economic vision amid debates over interest rates and inflation.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Coordinated Assault on Niamey Airport

The Islamic State group has claimed a surprise attack on the international airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, causing material damage and wounding soldiers, according to a monitoring group. The assault marks the latest in a series of high-profile strikes by the jihadist network in the Sahel nation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Maersk Air Cargo Shifts Strategy, Drops 767 Freighters and Amerijet Partnership for Long-Haul Efficiency

Maersk Air Cargo is ending its trans-Pacific Boeing 767 operations and partnership with Amerijet International, opting for larger Boeing 777 freighters. The move will result in pilot furloughs at Amerijet and signals a strategic pivot towards more efficient long-haul air cargo networks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

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

Business

SkyWest Posts Strong 2025 Results, Secures Key Fleet Deals with Major Airlines

SkyWest Inc. reported robust full-year 2025 financials and announced multi-year contract extensions with United and Delta for its E175 aircraft, reinforcing its strategic position as a leading regional carrier partner amid ongoing industry shifts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Threatens 50% Tariff, Decertification of Canadian Aircraft in Escalating Trade Dispute

In a late-night social media post, former President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on all Canadian aircraft sold in the U.S. and decertify new planes, citing Canada's alleged refusal to certify Gulfstream jets. The move, targeting Bombardier, risks disrupting U.S. regional aviation and corporate travel.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CFTC Chair Charts New Course for Prediction Markets, Vowing Clarity for Polymarket and Kalshi

In a major policy shift, the CFTC under new Chairman Michael Selig is drafting a comprehensive rulebook for event contracts, aiming to bring regulatory certainty to the fast-growing prediction market industry while fostering 'permissionless innovation.'

Jan 30, 2026