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Micron's Strategic Bet: How an All-In HBM Push and Global Fab Expansion Are Redefining the Chipmaker

Micron Technology is undergoing a profound transformation, pivoting decisively from consumer memory to become a powerhouse in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI. With its 2024 HBM supply already sold out and massive fab investments in Singapore and Taiwan, the company is staking its future on the insatiable data center demand.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

EA Bets Big on AI: Inside the Gaming Giant's Strategic Alliance with Stability AI

Electronic Arts has forged a multi-year partnership with Stability AI, securing a strategic stake in the James Cameron-backed firm. The deal aims to develop bespoke AI tools for game creation, even as industry fears over job displacement loom large.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Model Projects Modest Gains for Microsoft Stock Over Next Two Months

An AI-powered analysis suggests Microsoft shares could see a measured climb to around $480 by mid-April, as investors weigh steady cloud execution against lofty long-term AI ambitions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AudioCodes Navigates Transition Year with Modest Growth, Bets Big on VoiceAI Future

AudioCodes reported steady but muted revenue growth for Q4 and full-year 2025, as the company continues its strategic pivot toward AI-powered cloud services. While profitability metrics faced pressure, management pointed to strong momentum in its VoiceAI and managed services segments as key drivers for future expansion.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tether Bets Big on Bitcoin's Future with Open-Source Mining Platform, Despite Industry Exodus

As major miners retreat amid volatile markets, stablecoin giant Tether launches an ambitious software suite aimed at industrializing and streamlining Bitcoin mining operations worldwide.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dollar Retreats as Yuan Strengthens, Fueling a Precious Metals Rally

The U.S. dollar faced downward pressure on Tuesday, weighed down by a resurgent Chinese yuan and lingering fiscal uncertainties. This weakness, coupled with persistent safe-haven demand, ignited a powerful surge in gold and silver prices, marking a sharp reversal from recent losses.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Memecoin Hype: Standard Chartered Sees Solana's Future in Micropayments, Predicts $2,000 by 2030

Despite a recent price correction, Standard Chartered analysts project a long-term bull case for Solana (SOL), driven by its emerging dominance in stablecoin transactions and potential to power a new wave of internet micropayments.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Raleigh's Rental Market Shifts: Where to Find Value as New Supply Eases Prices

A surge of new apartment construction in the Raleigh area is giving renters more options and negotiating power, with rents cooling notably in several key neighborhoods. We break down the data and the deals.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BNY Mellon Champions AI Adoption for Community Banks, Citing Systemic Strength

In a bid to fortify the broader financial ecosystem, BNY Mellon is providing free AI and technology training to executives from smaller lenders, arguing that empowering these institutions is both a duty and a strategic imperative.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Syrian Forces Enter Qamishli Under Landmark Deal, Marking Shift in Kurdish Autonomy

Syrian government security forces have entered the key northeastern city of Qamishli, implementing a recent agreement aimed at integrating Kurdish-led institutions into the state's fold and reshaping the balance of power in the region.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Consumer Reports' 2026 Top Picks Signal a Tipping Point: All 10 Best New Cars Are Electrified

In a landmark shift, every vehicle on Consumer Reports' 2026 '10 Best' list is either a hybrid or fully electric, underscoring a decisive move toward electrification in the mainstream auto market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fed Nominee Misread as Hawk, Veteran Investor Warns, Foresees Continued Fuel for Precious Metals Rally

Amid market turmoil following Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, seasoned investor George Noble argues traders have misjudged the nominee as a hawk. He contends Warsh's dovish leanings will instead accelerate the monetary trends that have powered gold and silver to record highs.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tyler Technologies Bolsters Legal Tech Portfolio with $212.5M Acquisition of For The Record

Tyler Technologies moves to acquire digital court-recording specialist For The Record in a cash deal valued at $212.5 million, aiming to integrate advanced AI-powered transcription and SaaS solutions into its public sector suite.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Disney Taps Theme Parks Veteran Josh D'Amaro as New CEO, Dana Walden Elevated to Creative Helm

The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D'Amaro, the executive behind its thriving parks and experiences division, as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Bob Iger in March. In a major creative reshuffle, Dana Walden assumes a new, powerful role overseeing all content.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Medtronic Bolsters Cardiac Portfolio with $585M CathWorks Buyout

Medtronic moves to acquire CathWorks and its AI-powered coronary artery disease diagnostic system, aiming to solidify its position in the catheterization lab and streamline treatment decisions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

FuboTV Posts Strong First Results as Combined Entity with Hulu Live, Charts Aggressive Growth Path

The newly merged streaming TV powerhouse reports its inaugural quarterly results, highlighting improved profitability, subscriber resilience amid content disputes, and ambitious integration plans with Disney's ecosystem.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cintas Makes $5.2 Billion Play for Rival UniFirst, Aiming to Cement Market Dominance

Uniform and facility services giant Cintas Corporation has launched a bold $5.2 billion takeover bid for competitor UniFirst. The proposed acquisition, offering a significant premium, aims to create an industry powerhouse with over a million customers and unlock new operational efficiencies.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Political Veteran Carville Taps Illinois Governor Pritzker as 2028 Democratic Front-Runner

In a candid television appearance, legendary Democratic strategist James Carville dismissed several high-profile names before identifying Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker as a potential powerhouse for the party's 2028 presidential nomination, citing his fundraising prowess and an unconventional appeal to key voter blocs.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Spain Shatters Tourism Records in 2025, Welcoming 96.8 Million Visitors Amid Global Travel Boom

Spain's tourism sector reached unprecedented heights in 2025, with 96.8 million international arrivals and a significant boost in visitor spending, reinforcing its position as a global powerhouse while intensifying debates on sustainability and local impact.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Anxiety Triggers Sharp Sell-Off in European Tech and Advertising Stocks

European software, data analytics, and advertising shares tumbled on Tuesday as the rapid evolution of AI models, including new legal-focused tools, sparked investor fears over the durability of established business models. The sell-off highlights a dramatic shift in sentiment toward sectors once considered prime AI beneficiaries.

Feb 3, 2026