CNBC's Jim Cramer highlights supply constraints as the primary force behind Western Digital's stock surge, even as analysts raise price targets. The commentary links the storage maker's fortunes to broader semiconductor and AI trends.
Apple's fiscal first-quarter earnings shattered expectations with $143.8 billion in revenue, fueled by unprecedented demand for the iPhone 17 in Greater China. While services hit new highs, the company flags memory cost pressures and supply constraints for the coming quarter.
Digital Realty Trust makes a strategic entry into Malaysia with the acquisition of the TelcoHub 1 data center and secures a critical $373 million supply agreement with Schneider Electric, positioning itself to capture surging demand for AI-ready infrastructure in the region.
The Justice Department faces questions over its release of Epstein investigation records, which included a photograph of Donald Trump with his face obscured. The disclosure, part of a three-million-page document dump, has reignited scrutiny over political sensitivities and transparency in the high-profile case.
As global demand for copper surges—driven by AI data centers, electrification, and green energy—a severe supply crunch looms. Mining magnate Robert Friedland warns of a looming 'train wreck,' putting companies like Southern Copper and Freeport-McMoRan in the spotlight for investors.
Africa's largest conglomerate secures a strategic gas supply agreement with Nigeria's state oil firm, a key move supporting national ambitions to leverage vast gas reserves for industrial growth and investment.
The rapid adoption of OpenClaw, an open-source autonomous AI agent platform, is moving beyond social media buzz to directly execute transactions on blockchain networks, prompting both excitement about efficiency and deep concerns over market stability and accountability.
Shares of the iconic comfort food chain Cracker Barrel have plummeted nearly 50% in six months, raising urgent questions about its financial health and future prospects. We analyze the key metrics and investor sentiment surrounding the stock.
CrossCurve's cross-chain bridge was exploited on February 2, leading to an estimated $3 million loss. The incident underscores the recurring security challenges within decentralized finance's bridging infrastructure.
Citing weak network usage and a need to strengthen its economic model, the IP-centric blockchain Story Protocol has pushed back its major token supply unlock by six months to August 2026, aiming to mitigate sell-off risks and buy time for growth.
The CrossCurve decentralized finance protocol has suffered a $3 million exploit through a vulnerability in its cross-chain bridge, contributing to a devastating start to 2026 that has seen nearly $400 million stolen from the crypto sector.
Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL) unveils a strategic 2026 roadmap for its Arc blockchain, secures a landmark partnership with Intuit, and receives conditional approval to establish a federally supervised digital currency bank, signaling a major push to bridge crypto and traditional finance.
Crude oil futures surrendered early gains to close lower Friday, as de-escalating rhetoric from Washington over Iran and a stronger dollar offset ongoing geopolitical tensions and supply constraints.
The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
Franklin Templeton reported robust first-quarter results, with record long-term inflows of $118.6 billion, driven by strong demand across public and private markets. CEO Jenny Johnson highlighted the firm's strategic positioning in AI, blockchain tokenization, and integrated portfolio solutions as investors seek resilience amid ongoing market volatility.
A provocative art installation in Tokyo, featuring a violently thrashing robot dog restrained by a metal chain, is drawing crowds and forcing viewers to confront uneasy questions about the future of artificial intelligence, ethics, and our emotional connection to machines.
A growing list of casual dining chains are turning to bankruptcy court and closing underperforming stores as heavy debt loads and shifting consumer habits take their toll. The latest casualty, FAT Brands, has moved to permanently close 32 locations and reject their leases.
Brent crude surged above $70 a barrel for the first time since mid-2025, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and shifting supply dynamics, as analysts signal a fading bearish outlook for the oil market.
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.
