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Behind the $500 Million Deal: Abu Dhabi Royal Family Acquires Major Stake in Trump-Linked Crypto Venture

A company linked to a key UAE national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, secured a 49% equity stake in World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's flagship crypto firm, just days before President Trump's 2025 inauguration. The investment raises fresh questions about the intersection of foreign capital, presidential family businesses, and U.S. policy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Deloitte Warns: Lack of Governance Threatens the Promise of Agentic AI

A new Deloitte report urges enterprises to embed accountability and oversight from the start, arguing that governance is not a barrier but an accelerator for scaling autonomous AI systems.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Allred Fires Back at Talarico Over Alleged 'Mediocre Black Man' Remark in Texas Primary Spat

Former Congressman Colin Allred delivers a pointed public rebuke of Texas House member James Talarico, alleging derogatory comments were made during the heated Democratic Senate primary campaign.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cramer's Salesforce Praise Meets Market Skepticism: A Tale of Two Software Giants

CNBC's Jim Cramer lauds Salesforce's operational strength, yet the stock, alongside peer ServiceNow, faces persistent 'multiple compression' as Wall Street reevaluates growth expectations for mature software leaders.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Calls ServiceNow a 'Tremendous Company,' But Labels Its Stock a 'Nightmare'

CNBC's Jim Cramer offered a mixed review of ServiceNow, praising its management and cloud platform while expressing deep frustration with the stock's recent performance, calling it a 'nightmare' for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer: Meta's AI Bet Is Now Paying Off 'In an Extraordinary Way'

CNBC's Jim Cramer highlights a dramatic turnaround for Meta Platforms, arguing its heavy investment in artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the company's trajectory and market perception.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Traditionalist Catholic Society SSPX to Proceed with Bishop Consecrations, Raising Fears of Formal Schism

The Priestly Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) announced plans to consecrate new bishops in July without Vatican approval, escalating a decades-long doctrinal standoff and prompting concerns of a permanent rupture within the Catholic Church.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Venezuela's Oil Heartland Weighs U.S.-Backed Reforms: A Gamble on Revival or Empty Promise?

In the oil-rich state of Zulia, PDVSA workers and pensioners view sweeping industry reforms, enacted after U.S. political intervention, with a volatile mix of fragile hope and deep-seated skepticism. While some anticipate long-awaited economic relief, others dismiss the changes as political theater unlikely to reverse decades of decline.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Accountability Gap: As Banking Decisions Accelerate, Governance Struggles to Keep Pace

The rapid adoption of algorithmic decision-making in UK banks has created a critical lag in oversight and accountability structures, leaving institutions exposed to risks that traditional governance models are ill-equipped to manage.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Binge: The Five Pain Points Driving Netflix Subscribers to Cancel

Despite its dominance and a recent surge to over 325 million subscribers, Netflix faces mounting criticism over pricing, content decisions, and user experience. An analysis of consumer feedback reveals the key frustrations testing viewer loyalty in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Frost Bank Parent Company Cullen/Frost Announces Board Refresh, Adding McCombs Heir and Former EY Partner

Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc., the parent of Texas-based Frost Bank, has elected Marsha M. Shields, leader of the Red McCombs family enterprises, and former Ernst & Young managing partner Jeff Rummel to its board, as longtime director Dr. Chris Avery prepares to retire.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Reddit's Q4 Earnings: A Litmus Test for AI Ambitions and Premium Valuation

As Reddit prepares to report its fourth-quarter results on February 5th, investors are weighing its surging user growth and lucrative data-licensing deals against a sky-high valuation and a volatile market backdrop.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cocoa Prices Rebound as Ivory Coast Shipments Dip, Signaling Tightening Supply

Cocoa futures gained ground on Monday, reversing recent losses, as data showing reduced deliveries to ports in top-producer Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. The uptick comes despite a backdrop of ample global stocks and persistent demand weakness in key markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Poised to Elevate Parks Chief Josh D’Amaro to CEO, Succeeding Bob Iger

Sources indicate Disney's board is finalizing plans to appoint theme parks chairman Josh D’Amaro as the company's next chief executive, concluding a lengthy succession search. The move would place the profitable parks division veteran at the helm of the global entertainment giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three ASX Stocks for a Turbulent February 2026

With interest rate uncertainty and global headwinds buffeting markets, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for potential stability. We examine three ASX-listed companies offering yields above 3%, assessing their resilience in the current climate.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tesla Shares Slide as Musk-Epstein Email Exchange Emerges in Court Documents

Newly unsealed correspondence contradicts CEO's prior statements, sparking investor concern amid broader challenges for the electric vehicle maker.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Peoples Financial Services Announces President Thomas Tulaney's Retirement, CEO Gerard Chambi Poised to Succeed

Peoples Financial Services Corp. (PFIS) has announced that President Thomas P. Tulaney will retire in April 2026. CEO Gerard A. Chambi is expected to assume the president role, with Tulaney transitioning to a senior advisory position to ensure continuity.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Metals Tumble, Energy Surges: A Volatile Start to 2026 for Commodities

January 2026 saw dramatic swings across commodity markets, with precious metals soaring to record highs before a sharp correction, while energy commodities rallied on strong winter demand. The month underscored the sector's inherent volatility amid shifting seasonal and macroeconomic forces.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DraftKings Clears Hurdle for Crypto Betting Funds in Four States, While Massachusetts Holds Firm

The sports betting giant is set to launch a cryptocurrency conversion feature for deposits in Illinois, Kentucky, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Massachusetts regulators, however, have blocked the move, citing unresolved concerns over the technology's readiness and consumer protection.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Starbucks Skips Super Bowl Game, Bets Big on Olympic-Themed 'Coffee Run' Ad

Starbucks returns to Super Bowl weekend with a cinematic pre-game spot celebrating its role as Team USA's coffee partner, blending Italian film aesthetics with Olympic grandeur to drive its brand turnaround narrative.

Feb 2, 2026