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Amid Rising Tensions, U.S. Air Drills in Middle East Signal Military Posture as Trump Warns Iran

The United States is conducting multi-day air force exercises in the Middle East, showcasing rapid deployment capabilities, as former President Donald Trump renews threats of military action against Iran unless it returns to nuclear negotiations. The drills occur against a backdrop of heightened rhetoric and regional unease.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Prosecutors Sound Alarm: New Stablecoin Law May Leave Fraud Victims Unpaid as Issuers Profit

A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cboe Eyes Return of Binary Options in Bid to Capture Retail Trading Boom

Cboe Global Markets is exploring a revival of simplified, event-based binary options for retail investors, aiming to compete with surging prediction markets while navigating a complex regulatory landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Coupang Faces Legal Storm and Leadership Crisis After Massive Data Breach

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is confronting a multi-front crisis, including class-action lawsuits and regulatory probes, following a data breach impacting millions. The fallout has led to the CEO's resignation and intensified scrutiny of corporate governance and cybersecurity protocols.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IBM's Quantum Ambition: How a Century-Old Titan Is Outpacing Startups in the Race for Supremacy

While quantum computing startups capture headlines, IBM's decades-long investment and recent Nighthawk processor breakthrough are drawing serious capital from institutional investors, signaling enduring dominance in the enterprise quantum race.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Robocap Exits Entire NICE Stake Amid AI Pivot and Prolonged Underperformance

London-based investment firm Robocap Asset Management has liquidated its entire $5.1 million position in NICE Ltd., as the cloud software company navigates a challenging strategic shift to AI-centric solutions against a backdrop of significant stock decline.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI Tools for ICE Tip Processing Emerge Ahead of Critical Earnings Report

A newly disclosed DHS document reveals Palantir is providing generative AI to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to sort and summarize enforcement tips, highlighting the firm's deepening government integration just days before its Q4 earnings release.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

European Fintech Giants Eye U.S. Market, But Banking License Hurdles Loom Large

Major European neobanks like Revolut, Monzo, and bunq are renewing their push for a U.S. banking license, betting on regulatory shifts and market potential. Yet, the path is fraught with complexity, geopolitical uncertainty, and fierce competition.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Mystery Drone Intrusion at Polish Army Base Raises Security Alarms

Polish military police are investigating after a small, commercially available drone of unknown origin crashed inside a sensitive army facility in Przasnysz, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in European airspace security.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Werner Enterprises Stock Surge Raises Valuation Concerns: Is the Rally Sustainable?

Werner Enterprises' shares have rebounded strongly in recent weeks, but a deep dive into key valuation metrics suggests investors may be overlooking significant risks. Analysis indicates the stock appears substantially overvalued compared to both industry peers and its own projected cash flows.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. and India Forge Major Trade Pact, Pivoting from Russian Energy

In a landmark agreement announced by former President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, the U.S. will slash tariffs on Indian goods, while New Delhi commits to halt Russian oil imports and significantly increase purchases of American energy and goods.

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

Barcelona's Biorce Raises $52.5 Million to Fuel Global Expansion of AI-Powered Clinical Trial Platform

Spanish healthtech startup Biorce has closed a substantial Series A round, backed by prominent venture capital and angel investors, to scale its AI-driven clinical trial solution, Aika, internationally amid a tightening regulatory landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FDA Delays Aquestive's Anaphylm Epinephrine Film, Demands Human Factors Revisions

The FDA has issued a complete response letter for Aquestive Therapeutics' sublingual epinephrine film Anaphylm, citing concerns over packaging and user instructions. The company aims to address the issues and resubmit its application by the third quarter of this year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Debanked and in the Dark: The Rising Tide of Account Closures and What You Can Do

A record number of individuals and businesses found themselves locked out of their bank accounts last year. We examine the opaque reasons behind 'debanking', the immediate steps to take if it happens to you, and the new rules offering a glimmer of transparency.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DoorDash Stock: Wall Street's Bullish Bet Defies Market Underperformance

Despite lagging the S&P 500 over the past year, DoorDash retains overwhelming 'Strong Buy' ratings from analysts who see significant upside potential, even after a volatile post-earnings sell-off.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Sanctioned Russian Military Transport Lands in Cuba Amid Heightened U.S. Pressure

A U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo aircraft, linked to prior military support in Venezuela, landed at a Cuban military airfield. The arrival coincides with a declared U.S. national emergency over Cuba and fuels concerns over Moscow's strategic activities in America's backyard.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Manufacturing Roars Back: ISM Index Signals First Expansion in a Year, Price Pressures Linger

The U.S. manufacturing sector snapped a year-long contraction in January, with two key surveys pointing to a sharp rebound in production and new orders. However, the recovery comes alongside heightened input costs and lingering concerns over tariffs and inventory build-up.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Southern States Pioneers SF6-Free Grid Future with Natural Gas Switchgear

Amid tightening climate regulations, Southern States LLC launches a new line of high-voltage switching products that replace the potent greenhouse gas SF6 with a readily available blend of carbon dioxide and oxygen, promising a dramatic reduction in environmental impact without compromising grid reliability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

UAE's Non-Oil Trade Surpasses $1 Trillion, Narrows Gap with Saudi Arabia in Economic Diversification Race

The United Arab Emirates has achieved a milestone in its economic transformation, with non-oil trade exceeding $1 trillion for the first time in 2025. This rapid growth is closing the export gap with regional heavyweight Saudi Arabia, as both Gulf states accelerate their push beyond hydrocarbons.

Feb 2, 2026