A recent anniversary event for 'Silicon Alley' highlighted how New York's technology sector has evolved from a concentrated downtown community into a vast, decentralized force spanning finance, AI, and e-commerce.
For the first time in nearly a decade, Miami boasts more homes listed above $1 million than New York, underscoring a profound and sustained reorientation of luxury real estate demand toward Sun Belt markets.
Weekly unemployment filings in New York state rose last week, contrasting with a slight national decline and highlighting regional economic disparities.
A human rights group has cautioned New York state and city officials that investing public funds in Israeli government bonds may violate international law and fiduciary duties, exposing them to significant legal and financial risks.
NextEra Energy is aggressively pursuing long-term power supply agreements with major technology firms, positioning itself as a one-stop shop for clean, reliable electricity to fuel the data center boom. Its strategy hinges on a three-pronged approach: record renewable energy additions, potential nuclear fleet expansion, and a pioneering gas plant with carbon capture technology developed with ExxonMobil.
Corebridge Financial (CRBG) has launched a novel index annuity linked to the Invesco New Economy Index, offering exposure to tech themes and Bitcoin. The move comes as analysts debate whether the company's current share price fully reflects its growth potential amid mixed recent performance.
Albertsons' retail media division opens its first NYC office and unveils a new logo, signaling a significant expansion and strategic push to deepen ties with advertisers and agencies in the competitive retail media landscape.
Alibaba Group has pledged 3 billion yuan ($431 million) to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar campaigns by rivals Tencent and Baidu and marking a major escalation in China's competitive AI landscape.
Alibaba Group has announced a massive 3 billion yuan ($431 million) campaign to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar efforts by rivals Tencent and Baidu. The move intensifies a high-stakes battle for user adoption in China's rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector.
Microchip Technology expands its embedded systems portfolio with the launch of the PIC32CM PL10 microcontroller family and an enhanced maXTouch M1 touchscreen line, targeting growing demand in automotive displays and industrial automation.
Amid a broader leadership restructuring, financial giant Charles Schwab has appointed its CIO, Dennis Howard, to lead a consolidated unit overseeing technology, operations, and data, signaling a strategic shift to deepen the integration of IT with core business functions.
Analyst Matthew O'Brien reaffirms an Overweight rating and $420 price target for Stryker, highlighting the potential of its new Mako RPS handheld orthopedic robot to capture cost-sensitive markets and compete with rivals like Zimmer Biomet.
Apex Fintech Solutions launches an 'agentic' AI suite designed to let business leaders prototype wealth management features without coding, promising to slash development time. While hailed as a potential game-changer for innovation, industry experts caution that the rush to adopt such tools must be balanced with robust oversight and firm-wide governance to avoid siloed risks and operational pitfalls.
Southeast Asian super app Grab Holdings has appointed Laura Franco to its board, succeeding the retiring Ng Shin Ein. The move signals a governance refresh aimed at steering the company's aggressive expansion into on-demand grocery, financial technology, and next-generation mobility partnerships.
NewtekOne (NASDAQ: NEWT) reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, highlighting the third anniversary of its OCC-chartered bank. The financial holding company saw net income rise 16.4% to $80 million, driven by strong deposit growth, successful securitizations, and a focus on serving independent business owners with long-term, 'patient capital' loans.
The health retailer unveils its first AI-powered 'Shoppe Advisor' in a Manhattan flagship, aiming to blend digital personalization with human expertise in a competitive market, following a year of ownership changes and executive reshuffling.
York Space Systems (NYSE: YSS) has successfully launched its initial public offering, marking a significant milestone as it begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The move is set to accelerate the company's expansion in satellite manufacturing and solidify its position as a key contractor for U.S. national security and defense programs in orbit.
Mastercard reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth and surging value-added services. Executives expressed confidence for 2026, highlighting strategic wins, investments in digital assets like stablecoins, and a focus on 'agentic commerce,' even as they plan a restructuring affecting 4% of staff.
German biotech firm AMSilk partners with Italian mill Pure Denim to launch a new category of high-performance, sustainable denim infused with lab-grown spider silk proteins, targeting the luxury market with enhanced comfort and eco-credentials.
PepsiCo's CEO expands his tech governance role at IBM, while a new financial chief takes the helm in the critical India region. These moves come as the beverage and snack giant's stock shows resilience, prompting investor analysis of its future direction.
