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Google's AI Ambitions Cast Shadow Over Figma, a Struggling Star in Alphabet's Investment Portfolio

As Alphabet's Google advances AI projects like the groundbreaking 'Project Genie,' its ripple effects are being felt across the tech sector. Collaborative design platform Figma, once a high-flying IPO, now finds itself as one of the worst performers in Alphabet's disclosed investment portfolio, grappling with existential questions about AI's impact on its core business.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Public Pension Funds Reel as MicroStrategy Bet Backfires Amid Crypto Slump

Eleven U.S. state pension funds, having invested heavily in MicroStrategy as a proxy for Bitcoin exposure, now face steep losses averaging nearly 60% as the firm's high-risk strategy falters in the bear market.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

EEOC Escalates Nike DEI Probe, Seeks Court Order to Enforce Subpoena

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has taken the rare step of asking a federal court to compel Nike to comply with a subpoena, escalating an investigation into whether the sportswear giant's diversity hiring goals may constitute discrimination against White employees and applicants.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

California Dominates America's 'Dream Employer' Rankings, Forbes Survey Reveals

A new Forbes survey identifies the most sought-after workplaces in the U.S., with half of the top ten spots claimed by companies based in California, highlighting a continued shift in workforce priorities.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tech Rout Eases as Investors Shift Focus; Value and Small Caps Gain Favor Amid AI Anxiety

A sharp selloff in technology shares moderated by Wednesday's close, though the sector remained under pressure as concerns over AI's disruptive potential mounted. Capital rotated decisively toward value-oriented and small-cap stocks, highlighting a significant shift in market sentiment.

Feb 4, 2026

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Musk's Bold Prediction: AI-Driven Abundance Could Make Retirement Savings Obsolete

Elon Musk argues that rapid advances in AI and robotics will soon dismantle traditional labor markets, potentially rendering conventional retirement planning unnecessary in a future of 'universal high income' and extreme abundance.

Feb 4, 2026

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Epstein Files Unleashed: New Document Dump Rattles Elite Circles, Sparks Outrage Over Redaction Failures

The release of millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigations has sent shockwaves through political, tech, and business spheres, revealing uncomfortable connections and igniting fresh debates over transparency and victim privacy.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Akamai's Pivot Pays Off: From CDN Giant to Security Powerhouse, Analysts See Value in Transformation

Once synonymous with content delivery, Akamai Technologies has successfully reshaped itself into a cybersecurity and edge computing leader. With a modest valuation and aggressive share buybacks, some investors are betting its multi-year strategic shift is finally bearing fruit.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cramer Eyes SanDisk's Surge: Is the Flash Memory Rally Just Beginning?

CNBC's Jim Cramer spotlights SanDisk's standout performance as a top S&P 500 gainer in January, fueling debate on whether the memory storage sector's momentum has room to run.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cramer's Take: Microsoft Lags Among 'Magnificent Seven,' But Pity Is Limited

CNBC's Jim Cramer offered a tempered critique of Microsoft following its latest earnings call, labeling it the 'least magnificent' of the tech titans. While expressing a degree of sympathy for the company, his comments underscore broader investor scrutiny over its growth narrative amid complex quarterly results.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cramer Defends AppLovin After Steep Sell-Off, Cites AI Fears as Overblown

CNBC's Jim Cramer pushed back against market panic surrounding AppLovin, suggesting Wall Street's anxiety over AI disruption has been exaggerated. The 'Mad Money' host highlighted the mobile tech firm as a notable S&P 500 laggard in January, while questioning the severity of its recent plunge.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Analysts Defend AMD's Core Strengths Despite Post-Earnings Plunge

While AMD's Q4 2025 results met key targets, a sharp sell-off followed. Leading analysts from Wedbush and Baird point to solid fundamentals and strategic positioning in AI and data centers as reasons for long-term confidence, despite near-term headwinds and one-time benefits clouding the print.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

GE HealthCare Posts $20.6B in FY25 Revenue, Fueled by Sustained Demand for Imaging Technology

The medtech giant surpassed financial expectations, driven by robust performance in its core imaging and pharmaceutical diagnostics segments, while outlining a strategic shift towards becoming a comprehensive healthcare solutions provider.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tesla's Next Act: Beyond the Car, a High-Stakes Bet on Energy, Autonomy and Robotics

As Tesla's stock navigates volatile valuations, a growing chorus of investors is betting the company's future lies not just in electric vehicles, but in its emerging high-margin businesses and a pipeline of ambitious projects set to redefine its revenue base by the end of the decade.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Peloton's Downward Spiral: As Subscriber Base Erodes, Can the Fitness Giant Regain Its Footing?

Peloton Interactive faces mounting pressure as declining subscriber numbers and weakening engagement threaten its core recurring revenue model, casting doubt on its long-term growth trajectory despite recent cost-cutting measures.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Fortive Posts Strong Q4, Outlines Ambitious 2026 Growth Strategy Under New Leadership

Fortive Corporation (NYSE: FTV) capped off its first year as a refocused industrial technology leader with robust fourth-quarter results, exceeding guidance and launching an aggressive share repurchase program. CEO Olumide Soroye detailed the early success of the 'Fortive Accelerator' strategy, projecting confidence in sustained organic growth and disciplined capital allocation for the year ahead.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nvidia's AI-Driven Surge: Is the Rally Just Beginning, or Has the Train Left the Station?

With Nvidia's stock soaring over 1,200% since 2023 on the back of an AI spending boom, investors are grappling with a critical question: has the window of opportunity closed, or is this tech titan still a buy? Analysts project sustained growth through the decade as global data center spending is forecast to reach trillions.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond the Ring: Why Oura and Tech Giants Are Betting Big on Subscriptions Despite Consumer Pushback

As subscription models become ubiquitous from smart rings to cars, companies like Oura defend recurring fees as essential for innovation, even as consumers grapple with 'subscription creep' and mounting monthly bills.

Feb 4, 2026

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Bill Gates Breaks Silence on Epstein Links, Expresses Regret Over Association

In a recent interview, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates addressed his past meetings with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, stating he regrets "every minute" spent with him.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

AeroVironment Soars Post-BlueHalo: Defense Tech Giant Poised for Growth Amid Global Shift to Autonomous Warfare

Following its transformative $4.1 billion acquisition of BlueHalo, AeroVironment (AVAV) is emerging as a key player in the next generation of defense technology. With soaring contract values and a strategic pivot to integrated multi-domain systems, the company stands to benefit from rising global defense budgets focused on drones and electronic warfare.

Feb 4, 2026