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Paramount+ Leaked 'Project Eagle' Signals Radical Pivot to Short-Form Video, Mirroring Industry's Risky Rush

Internal documents reveal Paramount+ is planning a major strategic shift, dubbed 'Project Eagle,' to aggressively compete with TikTok and YouTube by prioritizing short-form and user-generated content. The move echoes controversial changes at Instagram and Disney+, raising questions about subscriber backlash and platform identity in an increasingly homogenized streaming landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart Joins the Trillion-Dollar Club, Marking a Retail Powerhouse's Tech-Driven Ascent

Retail behemoth Walmart has crossed the $1 trillion market valuation threshold, entering an elite group of U.S. companies as its strategic pivot and appeal to affluent shoppers fuel investor confidence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart Breaks the Trillion-Dollar Barrier, Becoming First Traditional Retailer to Join Tech Titans

Walmart's market capitalization has surged past $1 trillion, a historic first for a brick-and-mortar retailer, fueled by robust e-commerce growth, strategic AI adoption, and its resilience as a value leader in an uncertain economy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Iconic 83-Year-Old Pizza Chain Uno Pizzeria & Grill Shutters Over 100 Locations Amid Industry Headwinds

The storied Chicago-style pizza chain Uno Pizzeria & Grill, founded in 1943, has dramatically contracted from over 150 to just 36 locations nationwide. Recent abrupt closures in Massachusetts highlight the intense pressures facing mid-tier casual dining.

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

The Hidden Cost of Tech Sprawl: Why C-Suites Are Rethinking Their GTM Stack

As companies grapple with bloated software portfolios, a push for Go-To-Market platform consolidation is gaining momentum. Beyond cost savings, executives are finding that a unified system is critical for data integrity, sales velocity, and strategic agility in a competitive market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Seizert Capital Doubles Down on LKQ with $15 Million Bet Amid Auto Industry Uncertainty

Investment firm Seizert Capital Partners has significantly increased its stake in auto parts distributor LKQ Corp., committing an additional $15.2 million even as the company navigates a shifting automotive landscape and stock price pressures.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

NIO Surpasses One Million Vehicle Deliveries, Fueling Debate on Global Ambitions and Tech Strategy

Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO has achieved a significant milestone by delivering its one-millionth vehicle, reporting a near-doubling of January sales year-over-year. The company is simultaneously accelerating its global footprint with new market entries in Central Asia and Europe, while rolling out major software upgrades to its existing fleet. This multi-front expansion comes as the global EV sector grapples with intensifying competition and shifting regulatory landscapes.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Axsome Therapeutics: The Biotech Star That's Just Getting Started

With a blockbuster portfolio and a pipeline brimming with potential, Axsome Therapeutics is proving its five-year market surge may be only the beginning. Analysts point to label expansions and untapped markets as key drivers for the next phase of growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Turning Returns into Returns: How LiquiDonate's Tech Is Reshaping Retail's Waste Problem

In an exclusive interview, LiquiDonate CEO Disney Petit details how her platform is helping retailers transform costly returns and excess stock into community value, arguing that sustainability is now a core cost-saving strategy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Guidewire Software Shares Tumble Amid Broad Tech Sell-Off Fueled by AI Disruption Fears

Shares of insurance software provider Guidewire Software plunged nearly 10% in morning trading, caught in a sector-wide downturn as investors reassess traditional SaaS models against the rising tide of AI integration.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Meets Blockchain at Scale: AIxCrypto and Sei Foundation Forge Strategic Tech Alliance

AIxCrypto (AIXC) and the Sei Development Foundation have entered a strategic collaboration aimed at exploring the integration of artificial intelligence with high-performance blockchain infrastructure, targeting the next wave of decentralized applications.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

European Auto Industry at a Crossroads: Supplier Chief Warns of Job Losses Amid Chinese EV Onslaught

The head of a major US auto parts supplier, following its acquisition of Britain's GKN Automotive, cautions that European nations must implement protective policies or face severe job losses as affordable Chinese electric vehicles reshape the market.

Feb 3, 2026

Beyond the Clinking Glasses: The Unseen Struggles Shaping Today's Restaurant Industry

While customers see the final performance, restaurateurs navigate a relentless backstage of razor-thin margins, staffing crises, and external pressures. Insights from operators across the globe reveal the complex reality behind a full dining room.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

UPS Doubles Down on RFID Tech to Boost Efficiency and Win Over Shippers

As retailers demand greater supply chain transparency, UPS is now handling 1.3 million RFID-tagged packages daily at its retail locations, part of a broader push to automate operations and attract business in a competitive market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

U.S. Firms Lead Global Tech Spending Race, But Struggle to Scale, KPMG Finds

American companies are pouring more money into AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen encryption than their international peers, yet a new report reveals widespread challenges in achieving full-scale, mature deployments.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Markets Eye Tech Earnings, Musk's Mega-Merger as Precious Metals Rebound

U.S. stock futures point higher ahead of a busy session featuring AMD's results, while Palantir surges on strong earnings. In a landmark deal, Elon Musk merges SpaceX and xAI. Gold and silver prices stage a sharp recovery from historic declines.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Synopsys and Lightmatter Forge Alliance to Power Next-Gen AI Data Centers with Chiplet and Photonics Tech

Synopsys is integrating its high-speed connectivity IP with Lightmatter's photonic computing platform, aiming to redefine bandwidth and efficiency for AI accelerator clusters in future data centers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Sysco Stock Slips as Restaurant Sector Headwinds Dampen Investor Appetite

Despite a strong quarterly market rally led by tech, Diamond Hill Capital's Large Cap Fund underperformed, citing caution on AI hype. Food distribution giant Sysco was a notable laggard in the fund's portfolio, with analysts pointing to broader concerns over consumer spending and the restaurant industry's outlook.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

First Business Financial Services Boosts Dividend to $0.34, Signaling Confidence Amid Below-Industry Yield

First Business Financial Services (NASDAQ: FBIZ) announces a dividend increase to $0.34 per share, raising its annual yield to 2.3%. While below the industry average, the bank's strong earnings growth and low payout ratio suggest a sustainable and growing income stream for investors.

Feb 3, 2026