A broad sell-off in risk assets, from equities to precious metals, has triggered over $2.5 billion in Bitcoin liquidations. Analysts point to shifting Federal Reserve expectations and AI trade anxieties as key drivers behind the latest crypto market tremor.
CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) as a standout AI investment with a relatively modest valuation, following a robust quarterly report that sent shares soaring.
In the oil-rich state of Zulia, PDVSA workers and pensioners view sweeping industry reforms, enacted after U.S. political intervention, with a volatile mix of fragile hope and deep-seated skepticism. While some anticipate long-awaited economic relief, others dismiss the changes as political theater unlikely to reverse decades of decline.
Despite its dominance and a recent surge to over 325 million subscribers, Netflix faces mounting criticism over pricing, content decisions, and user experience. An analysis of consumer feedback reveals the key frustrations testing viewer loyalty in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape.
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, signaling confidence in a solid economy while inflation remains above target. The decision sets up a continued clash with a President demanding deeper cuts.
Amid subscription fatigue and market fragmentation, the proposed union of Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery is framed not as a threat to competition, but as a necessary consolidation to compete with tech giants and refocus value on consumers.
A soon-to-be father's anxiety over an $8,000 car loan led him to consider a costly 401(k) withdrawal. Financial experts Dave Ramsey and John Delony strongly advised against it, highlighting the severe penalties and long-term consequences of mixing emotional decisions with retirement planning.
The retail-focused trading platform saw its stock drop sharply Monday, dragged down by a weekend cryptocurrency sell-off that threatens to dampen user activity and near-term growth prospects.
Disney shares fell sharply after the company flagged weakening attendance from overseas guests at its U.S. theme parks, a crucial profit driver, alongside softer results in its TV and film division. The dip comes amid a broader slowdown in travel to the United States and as the entertainment giant prepares for a pivotal CEO transition.
Ukraine's defense minister confirms collaborative efforts with SpaceX have yielded initial success in countering Russia's unauthorized use of Starlink terminals to guide attack drones, with a new verification system imminent.
Elon Musk is reportedly advancing plans to merge his aerospace giant SpaceX with his artificial intelligence venture xAI, a move that could funnel significant capital into AI development and reshape the tech landscape, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
January 2026 saw dramatic swings across commodity markets, with precious metals soaring to record highs before a sharp correction, while energy commodities rallied on strong winter demand. The month underscored the sector's inherent volatility amid shifting seasonal and macroeconomic forces.
Former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has issued a stark warning to the regime, urging sweeping reforms to address public grievances as internal divisions surface following a deadly crackdown on protests. The rare public criticism from within the establishment highlights growing tensions ahead of renewed nuclear talks.
The release of over three million documents by the U.S. Department of Justice has unveiled extensive communications between Jeffrey Epstein and a global network of powerful figures, raising fresh questions about influence, access, and accountability.
A federal judge's sharply worded order releasing a detained migrant father and son has ignited a political firestorm, with prominent Republicans demanding impeachment and decrying judicial overreach.
A pledge by Senator Thom Tillis to halt Kevin Warsh's confirmation until an investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell concludes threatens to trigger a protracted and messy political standoff in the Senate, with implications for Federal Reserve leadership and market stability.
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.
Investment firm FSC Wealth Advisors sold approximately $6 million worth of the First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF (FTSM) in late January, part of a broader reduction in fixed-income and equity ETF exposures as the bull market enters its fourth year.
A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.
Nio's rapid growth and premium positioning make it a compelling story in the EV race, but its massive investment in a proprietary battery-swap network presents a pivotal uncertainty for investors weighing its future.
