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NVIDIA Scales Back $100 Billion OpenAI Ambition, Pivots to Broader AI Alliance Strategy

NVIDIA has significantly revised its once-floated $100 billion investment plan for OpenAI, opting for a more measured commitment. The strategic shift underscores the chipmaker's focus on business discipline and diversifying its partnerships across the booming AI ecosystem, even as it remains central to OpenAI's operations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

STAAR Surgical Shares Slide on Leadership Shakeup, Interim Co-CEOs Appointed

STAAR Surgical's stock fell sharply after the ophthalmic device maker announced the appointment of interim co-CEOs, fueling investor uncertainty following the CEO's recent departure and a failed takeover attempt.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Schwab's New Core Bond ETF Delivers Steady 4.32% Monthly Yield, Appealing to Income-Focused Investors

The actively managed Schwab Core Bond ETF (SCCR), launched in early 2025, is gaining attention for its monthly distributions and a current yield of 4.32%. The fund focuses on high-quality U.S. dollar-denominated debt, offering retirees and other investors a potential source of predictable income in a shifting rate environment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The AI Boom's Hidden Fuel: Why Copper Supply Is the Next Big Crisis

As global demand for copper surges—driven by AI data centers, electrification, and green energy—a severe supply crunch looms. Mining magnate Robert Friedland warns of a looming 'train wreck,' putting companies like Southern Copper and Freeport-McMoRan in the spotlight for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Commits to Major OpenAI Investment, Dismisses Rift Rumors

Amid intense competition and financial pressure, NVIDIA's CEO reaffirms a "huge investment" in OpenAI, countering reports of dissatisfaction with the AI pioneer's business model as the industry's funding frenzy continues.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amazon's Latest Workforce Reduction Hits Seattle Hard: Over 2,000 Local Jobs Cut

Amazon's ongoing corporate restructuring has resulted in significant layoffs across its Seattle-area headquarters, with software engineers among the most affected roles, as the tech giant continues to streamline operations and invest in AI.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating the 2026 Tax Season: A Crypto Investor's Survival Guide

As the IRS sharpens its focus on digital assets, experts warn that new reporting forms and stringent tracking requirements make accurate crypto tax filing more critical than ever. Missteps could lead to severe penalties.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tyson Foods Navigates Shifting Protein Landscape: Prepared Foods, Chicken Drive Q1 Growth Amid Beef Sector Headwinds

Tyson Foods reported mixed Q1 FY2026 results, with strong momentum in Prepared Foods and Chicken segments offset by significant challenges in Beef due to constrained cattle supplies. The company also unveiled a new segment reporting structure aimed at enhancing transparency for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Twist Bioscience Posts 12th Straight Quarter of Growth, Fueled by AI-Driven Biotech Demand

Synthetic biology leader Twist Bioscience reported strong Q1 FY2026 results, with revenue climbing 17% year-over-year to $103.7 million. Management highlighted accelerating demand from AI-powered drug discovery and reiterated its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven by Q4 FY2026.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence Signals: Three High-Growth Stocks to Watch as Markets Show Resilience

Amid a backdrop of cautious market optimism, companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention. We examine three firms where those closest to the business are putting their money, spanning biotech, advanced semiconductors, and regional banking.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Damascus Extends Reach: Syrian Forces Enter Kurdish Strongholds Under Integration Pact

Syrian government security forces entered the key northeastern city of Hasakeh on Monday, implementing a landmark integration deal with Kurdish authorities. The move marks a significant step in Damascus's campaign to reassert control over the entire country, reshaping the political landscape of northern Syria.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Exclusive: Iran's Leadership Fears U.S. Military Action Could Spark Uncontrollable Uprising, Sources Reveal

Senior Iranian officials have privately warned Supreme Leader Khamenei that public fury over a recent bloody crackdown has eroded the 'wall of fear,' raising concerns that even a limited U.S. strike could embolden protesters and threaten the regime's stability, according to multiple sources familiar with high-level discussions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Russian Bitcoin Mining Giant BitRiver Placed Under Bankruptcy Supervision as CEO Faces House Arrest

Once a dominant force in Russia's crypto mining sector, BitRiver is now under court-ordered bankruptcy monitoring amid a cascade of financial and legal woes, including massive unpaid power bills and a criminal case against its founder.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Postal Worker Suspended After Social Media Post on Winter Storm Hazards, Now Advocates for USPS Safety Reforms

An Ohio mail carrier's Facebook post detailing unsafe conditions after a major winter storm led to his suspension without pay. Now reinstated but on stress leave, he is pushing for systemic changes in safety protocols and communication within the U.S. Postal Service.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Alphabet's $110 Billion Bet on Waymo Signals a Strategic Pivot Beyond 'Other Bets'

Alphabet's planned $13 billion investment in Waymo, valuing the self-driving unit at $110 billion, challenges the long-held view of its moonshot projects as mere financial drains and positions autonomous driving as a core future asset.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tenet Reclaims Full Control of Conifer as CommonSpirit Exits Stake, Eyes AI Expansion

Tenet Healthcare has regained complete ownership of its revenue cycle management subsidiary Conifer, buying out CommonSpirit Health's minority stake in a deal valued at nearly $2.7 billion. The move signals Tenet's renewed commitment to the business and plans for significant AI investment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Wrist: Smart Patches Emerge as Next Frontier in Wearable Health Tech

As the wearables market surges, Biolinq CEO Richard Yang positions smart patches as the next evolution, capable of tracking deep biochemical data where watches track surface metrics, with his company's FDA-cleared glucose sensor leading the charge.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Global Fallout: Epstein Document Dump Implicates Leaders from India to Australia

The latest release of court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has sent shockwaves through international corridors of power, revealing communications between the convicted sex offender and high-profile figures in India, Australia, the UK, Slovakia, and Norway, prompting resignations and fierce political denials.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hedge Fund AIGH Capital Exits Entire MaxLinear Stake in $17.8 Million Sale

AIGH Capital Management has liquidated its entire position in semiconductor firm MaxLinear, a move that coincides with the chipmaker's recent strong quarterly earnings report, raising questions about the fund's strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Parks Hit Record $10 Billion Quarter as Iger's Exit Looms, Despite Streaming Surge

The Walt Disney Company posted a mixed fiscal first quarter, with its Experiences division reaching an unprecedented $10 billion in revenue. While streaming profits soared, a warning of softening U.S. park demand and a looming CEO transition cast a shadow over the results.

Feb 2, 2026