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Business

AMD and GIGABYTE Forge Deeper Alliance, Bringing On-Device AI to Mainstream Gaming and Creator PCs

GIGABYTE is expanding its strategic partnership with AMD to launch a new generation of AI-enhanced gaming laptops, motherboards, and monitors. This collaboration integrates AMD's Ryzen AI and 3D V-Cache technologies directly into consumer hardware, aiming to deliver tangible benefits in gaming smoothness, system stability, and creative workflow acceleration.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge

U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Peter Thiel's Hedge Fund Doubles Down on Tech Titans: Apple and Microsoft Now Dominate Portfolio

Thiel Macro, the hedge fund managed by Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel, has made a decisive shift in its investment strategy, exiting Nvidia and reducing Tesla while building massive positions in Apple and Microsoft, which together now constitute over 60% of its holdings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Bullish on Applied Materials as Chip Spending Surge Lifts Equipment Giant

Driven by a global wave of semiconductor investment, Applied Materials (AMAT) has received a series of analyst upgrades. Mizuho and Deutsche Bank are among those highlighting the company's strategic position to benefit from expansive fab construction in the U.S., Taiwan, and Japan, and its key role in next-generation chip technologies.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

BigBear.ai's Stock Surge Masks a Critical Investor Dilemma

Despite an 11.8% rally in 2026, BigBear.ai faces a pivotal shareholder vote that could dictate its acquisition-fueled growth strategy and test investor confidence.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Beyond the Giants: Why Ciena Could Be the AI Infrastructure Play for 2026

While investors chase AI's headline names, optical networking leader Ciena has quietly outperformed the sector. With surging demand for high-speed data transmission and an attractive valuation, it presents a compelling case for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crystal International Unveils Smart Logistics Hub in China, Boosting Automation and Sustainability

The global apparel manufacturer is launching a state-of-the-art logistics center in China, featuring a fully automated closed-loop material flow system. The facility aims to slash fabric transfer times by up to 75%, optimize inventory, and advance the company's 2030 sustainability goals through solar power and waste-reduction technologies.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Digital Dragnet: Inside the Surveillance Tactics Powering Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

A routine commute in Minneapolis turns into a biometric checkpoint, spotlighting the advanced surveillance tools—from facial recognition apps to vast data networks—now central to federal immigration enforcement. As operations intensify, questions mount over privacy, oversight, and the line between targeted enforcement and dragnet surveillance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AI Bubble Fears Loom Over 2026 Markets, But This S&P 500 ETF Remains a Bedrock Strategy

As trillion-dollar AI infrastructure spending fuels concerns of a market bubble, long-term investors are questioning whether broad index funds like the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF still offer a safe harbor.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Backs Carrier Global, Advising Investors to 'Buy and Hold'

CNBC's Jim Cramer endorsed Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE:CARR) on his recent show, praising CEO Dave Gitlin's leadership and strategic acquisition. He recommended investors buy the stock for the long term, citing confidence in the company's positioning within the climate solutions sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cramer's Tesla Take: From EV Maker to Robotics Play, 'Call Me a Buyer'

CNBC's Jim Cramer expressed renewed bullishness on Tesla, shifting focus from its electric vehicle business to its ambitions in robotics and autonomous 'Cybercab' technology following the company's latest earnings call.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bed Bath & Beyond Doubles Down on Blockchain, Acquires Tokens.com to Build Tokenized Asset Platform

In a strategic pivot, Bed Bath & Beyond acquires Tokens.com, aiming to launch a platform for tokenizing real-world assets like real estate and securities, with shares rising on the news.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Nufarm's Long-Term Shareholders Face Steep Losses Despite Recent Rebound

While Nufarm's share price has seen a modest 10% recovery in recent months, investors who bought three years ago are still sitting on heavy losses, with the stock down 60% over that period. The agricultural chemical company's declining revenue and lack of profitability continue to weigh on market sentiment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge $21.4 Billion Oil Giant in Houston, Accelerating Shale Consolidation

A landmark all-stock merger between Devon Energy and Coterra Energy will create a $58 billion powerhouse, positioning it as a top-tier producer in the prolific Permian Basin amid a wave of industry consolidation.

Feb 2, 2026

Trump Unveils $12 Billion 'Project Vault' to Secure Critical Minerals, Counter China's Supply Chain Stranglehold

The White House announces a major public-private initiative to stockpile rare earths and critical minerals, aiming to insulate U.S. defense and tech sectors from foreign supply shocks and geopolitical leverage.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Delaware Supreme Court Slashes Tesla Legal Fee Award by $100M, Musk Hails Decision

The Delaware Supreme Court has dramatically reduced the legal fees awarded to attorneys in a shareholder lawsuit against Tesla's board, cutting the sum from $176.1 million to $70.9 million. The ruling, which cited an overvaluation of the settlement, prompted a pointed response from CEO Elon Musk.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PSEG Boosts Sustainability Credentials with High Recycling Rate, Adds Former PG&E CEO to Board

Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) reports recycling more than 86% of its operational materials in 2024, as it strengthens its board with the appointment of former utility executive Geisha J. Williams, signaling a dual focus on environmental stewardship and governance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Slide Puts MicroStrategy's Massive Bet—and Michael Saylor—Under Scrutiny

As Bitcoin plunges to 10-month lows, approaching MicroStrategy's average purchase price, the company's aggressive accumulation strategy and its executive chairman face intense market pressure and skepticism.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ZF and BMW Forge Multi-Billion Euro Pact to Power Future of Electrified Drives

The long-term agreement, extending to the late 2030s, centers on the joint evolution of ZF's flagship 8-speed automatic transmission for next-generation electrified vehicles, signaling deep collaboration in the auto industry's transition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford Explores Potential Partnership with China's Xiaomi, Eyeing U.S. Manufacturing Footprint

Ford Motor Company is reportedly in preliminary discussions with Chinese tech and auto newcomer Xiaomi, exploring a joint venture that could facilitate Xiaomi's entry into U.S. vehicle manufacturing, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Feb 2, 2026