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TSMC Founder Morris Chang Breaks Year-Long Public Silence at Taipei Dinner with Nvidia's Jensen Huang

Morris Chang, the 94-year-old founder of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., made his first public appearance in over a year at a private dinner in Taipei with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The meeting, which ended months of speculation about Chang's health and public role, also served as a platform to reaffirm TSMC's central position in the global chip supply chain.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

RXO Names Daniel Morris as New Chief Accounting Officer Amid Stock Volatility

RXO (NYSE:RXO) has appointed Daniel Morris as its new Chief Accounting Officer, succeeding the retiring Jason Kerr. The leadership transition comes as the company's shares show significant volatility, with a 43.2% decline over the past year despite recent monthly gains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PF Chang's Taps Marketing Veteran Holly Smith as New CMO to Lead Brand Evolution

Casual dining giant PF Chang's appoints Holly Smith, a seasoned restaurant marketing executive, as its new Chief Marketing Officer to steer brand strategy and deepen customer engagement amid industry-wide transformation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Binance's Resilience Tested: Trust in the World's Largest Exchange Faces Scrutiny After Historic 2025 Market Crash

In the aftermath of the devastating '10/10' market crash of 2025, Binance finds its dominance and trust metrics under a microscope. While the exchange compensated users and maintains its user base, questions about systemic risk and centralization linger, shaping the post-crash narrative.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Philip Morris Shuts Richmond Office, Cuts 135 Jobs Amid Pivot to Smoke-Free Future

The 179-year-old tobacco giant Philip Morris International is closing its Richmond, Virginia office, eliminating 135 positions, as it aggressively restructures around its smoke-free product portfolio, led by the ZYN nicotine pouch brand.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IG Group Finalizes Acquisition of Australian Crypto Exchange Independent Reserve, Eyes Asian Expansion

London-based trading giant IG Group has completed its takeover of Australian cryptocurrency exchange Independent Reserve, following regulatory approval in Singapore. The move paves the way for the launch of regulated crypto services in key markets including Singapore, Australia, and the UAE by late 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Robinhood CEO Sees AI as a Job Creator, Not a Destroyer, Amidst 'Nervous' Pace of Change

In a recent interview, Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev argues that artificial intelligence will likely reshape the workforce by creating new, unforeseen categories of employment, drawing parallels to past technological revolutions. However, he acknowledges the unprecedented speed of AI-driven change is a cause for concern.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Napa's Changing Landscape: Hall of Fame Coach Dick Vermeil Closes Tasting Room Amid Industry Downturn

As the U.S. wine industry grapples with a multi-year slump, iconic tasting rooms are shuttering. The latest casualty is Hall of Fame NFL coach Dick Vermeil's Napa venue, a move reflecting broader shifts in consumer habits and market pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

KeyCorp Posts Strong Q4 Earnings and Announces Capital Moves, But Core Bull Thesis Remains Unchanged

KeyCorp's latest quarterly results beat expectations, fueled by higher net interest income and a return to full-year profitability. The regional bank also completed a $200 million share buyback and issued $750 million in new debt, while refreshing its board. Analysts suggest these moves fine-tune the bank's strategy rather than radically alter its investment narrative.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LendingClub Shares Plunge 16% as Accounting Change Overshadows Strong Earnings

LendingClub Corp. (LC) shares tumbled sharply this week, extending losses for a third consecutive session after the company announced a shift to fair value accounting. The move, aimed at aligning revenue with credit costs, spooked investors despite the fintech firm reporting a 164% surge in annual net income.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CME Group Raises Metals Trading Margins Amid Historic Volatility, Records Surge in Volume

CME Group has increased margin requirements for precious metals futures and options following extreme price swings, as daily trading volumes hit record highs. The exchange is also introducing new silver products and enforcing compliance measures, highlighting its dual role as a market facilitator and risk manager during turbulent times.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Income Shift: Three Vanguard Dividend ETFs Gaining Favor as Retirement Portfolios Rotate

As market leadership broadens beyond tech, income-focused investors are turning to high-yield dividend ETFs. Vanguard's suite offers diversified, cost-effective options for building retirement income streams in a changing landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

World

UK Fuel Price Transparency Scheme Launches, Forcing Real-Time Updates to Curb 'Rocket and Feather' Pricing

A new mandatory scheme requires all UK fuel stations to report price changes within 30 minutes, with data fed to comparison apps. The government-backed initiative aims to boost competition and save households an estimated £40 annually.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

GXO Logistics Announces Executive Reshuffle, Appoints New COO and Interim Accounting Chief

GXO Logistics has unveiled a series of leadership changes, including the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer and an interim Chief Accounting Officer, as the company sharpens its focus on operational execution and financial reporting quality amid intense industry competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

HBAR's Path to Recovery: Technical Divergences Offer Hope Amidst Broken Accumulation Streak

Despite a 35% monthly plunge, Hedera's HBAR shows signs of underlying buyer interest through key technical divergences. However, a critical shift in exchange flows threatens to delay any near-term price rebound, leaving the token at a pivotal juncture.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CZ Reassesses Crypto Outlook: Bitcoin 'Supercycle' Narrative Softens Amid Market Uncertainty

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has tempered his earlier prediction of a 2026 Bitcoin 'supercycle,' citing heightened market volatility, geopolitical tensions, and the pervasive impact of misinformation. While long-term optimism remains, the path forward appears more complex.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

India's Crypto Tax Stance Hardens: No Relief in 2026 Budget as Trading Exodus Continues

India's government has reaffirmed its stringent cryptocurrency taxation framework in the latest budget, leaving the controversial 30% levy and 1% transaction tax unchanged, dashing industry hopes for reform and cementing a policy that has already driven billions in trading volume offshore.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

AstraZeneca Shifts Gears: Full NYSE Listing Marks Strategic Pivot to US Market

The UK pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca begins trading ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange today, a significant upgrade from its previous Nasdaq ADR listing. This move underscores the company's strategic rebalancing towards the United States, its largest market, and raises questions about the long-term relevance of its London listing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NewRiver REIT Reports Robust Q3, Citing Strong Consumer Demand and Portfolio Momentum

UK retail property specialist NewRiver REIT signals a resilient operational performance in its third quarter, driven by sustained consumer spending and strategic capital recycling, while navigating business rate changes.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Oil Prices Tumble as Geopolitical Tensions Cool, Broader Commodities Rout Weighs

Crude oil benchmarks plunged over 7%, with Brent near $66 and WTI around $62, as President Trump's comments eased fears of a U.S.-Iran conflict and a sell-off in metals markets spilled over. Analysts suggest the drop reflects a rapid unwinding of risk premiums rather than a fundamental change in supply dynamics.

Feb 2, 2026