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BigBear.ai Forges Strategic Alliance with Abu Dhabi's Maqta to Reshape Global Port Security with AI

In a move set to redefine border and cargo operations, U.S. AI specialist BigBear.ai has partnered with Abu Dhabi's Maqta Technologies. The collaboration, unveiled at a major industry forum, aims to develop next-generation AI solutions for government agencies and port operators worldwide, focusing on efficiency and security.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Medtronic Doubles Down on Heart Rhythm and Outpatient Care with European Approval and Expanded Partnership

Medtronic secures a key European regulatory nod for its latest pulsed field ablation catheter while deepening its collaboration with Mindray, signaling a strategic push into high-growth areas of cardiac care and ambulatory surgery.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cathie Wood Sees Buying Opportunity in Market Dip, Adds to Stakes in Joby, Kodiak AI, and CRISPR

ARK Invest's founder capitalized on recent market weakness to increase holdings in three of her flagship disruptive innovation picks, signaling continued conviction despite sector volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Greenlight Capital Exits HP Position, Citing Better Opportunities in AI and Shifting Market Dynamics

In its latest investor letter, David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital revealed it has sold its stake in HP Inc., redirecting capital towards AI-focused investments it believes offer superior risk-reward profiles amid the tech giant's recent struggles.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Panama Assures Smooth Port Operations After Court Voids Hutchison Contracts

Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has moved to calm market and labor fears following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that annulled key port contracts held by a CK Hutchison subsidiary. He announced that APM Terminals Panama is prepared to step in temporarily to ensure continuity, with a guarantee of no job losses.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Greenlight Capital Bets on Natural Gas: Antero Resources Added to Portfolio as Energy Strategy Shifts

In its Q4 2025 letter, David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital revealed a new position in Antero Resources (AR), signaling a strategic move into the natural gas sector. The hedge fund's portfolio returned 8.5% for the quarter, outpacing the S&P 500.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cloud AI Surges as Businesses Embrace AI-as-a-Service for Digital Transformation

The AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) market is witnessing significant growth, fueled by cloud innovation and corporate demand for scalable AI solutions. While data privacy remains a hurdle, the integration of generative AI and tailored platforms is accelerating adoption across industries.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barclays Cautiously Optimistic on Bloom Energy, Sees Growth Already Factored Into Stock Price

Barclays has initiated coverage on Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) with an 'Equal Weight' rating and a $153 price target, citing strong fundamentals but suggesting the market has already priced in its near-term growth trajectory, particularly from AI data center demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Titan Wealth Expands Southwest Footprint with Acquisition of Plymouth-Based Sound Financial

Titan Wealth Holdings has agreed to acquire Plymouth's Sound Financial Management, a move set to add approximately £600m in advised assets and bolster the group's regional presence in England's growing southwest market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Monolithic Power Systems: Riding the Semiconductor Wave, But Is the Valuation Justified?

MPWR shares have surged alongside a broader chip rally, buoyed by ASML's results and bullish internal data growth forecasts for 2026. With stellar short and long-term returns, investors now grapple with conflicting valuation models amid high expectations for AI and data center demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lam Research Posts Record Results on AI Boom, But Expansion Plans Face Scrutiny

Lam Research capitalizes on soaring demand for AI chipmaking equipment, reporting record quarterly and annual revenue. While the company is aggressively expanding capacity to address supply chain bottlenecks, some analysts question if its valuation already reflects the AI-driven growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CoreWeave's $2B Nvidia Lifeline Meets Mounting Legal Scrutiny Over AI Capacity Claims

AI cloud provider CoreWeave faces a critical juncture as a massive equity investment from chip giant Nvidia clashes with securities class actions alleging the company misled investors about its operational capacity and supplier dependencies.

Jan 30, 2026

World

France and Chad Chart New Course, Pivoting from Military Ties to Economic Partnership

Following a rupture in their longstanding security alliance, French President Emmanuel Macron and Chadian leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno have agreed to reset bilateral relations, placing future cooperation squarely in the economic and developmental sphere.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Geopolitics vs. Economics: Why Oil Giants Are Betting on Libya Over Venezuela

Despite political instability, Libya's low production costs and proximity to key markets are drawing major investment, while Venezuela's vast reserves remain hamstrung by economic and geopolitical hurdles.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gold Breaks $5,000, Silver Soars Past $100: The Unstoppable Rally Challenging Stock Market Dominance

Precious metals continue their historic surge, outpacing the S&P 500 for a third consecutive year. We examine the powerful drivers behind the rally, from industrial demand to monetary policy, and explore how investors can gain exposure through ETFs while navigating the risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Bullish on ASML: TD Cowen Lifts Price Target to €1,500 on Surging EUV Demand

Investment firm TD Cowen has significantly increased its price target for semiconductor equipment leader ASML Holding, citing robust bookings for its cutting-edge EUV lithography systems and a clear path for capacity expansion to meet relentless AI-driven demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Envision Energy Lands Landmark Turbine Deal for Vietnam's First Large-Rotor Offshore Wind Projects

Envision Energy will supply its high-capacity EN-226 turbines for a 128MW nearshore wind cluster in Vietnam, marking a significant step in the country's Power Development Plan VIII and setting a potential benchmark for regional offshore development.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Boehringer Ingelheim Taps IQVIA to Power Global Data Overhaul, Aiming for AI-Driven Insights

The long-term strategic partnership will leverage IQVIA's data-as-a-service platform to unify and streamline commercial data across 59 countries, aiming to accelerate product launches and enhance decision-making for the pharmaceutical giant.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Boost Outlook for Karman Holdings, Forecasting 66% Revenue Surge by 2026

Wall Street firms have issued a series of bullish upgrades for Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN), significantly raising revenue projections and price targets for the specialty materials company as growth expectations accelerate.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Alibaba Spins Off $2 Billion Robovan Venture, Doubling Down on Automated Last-Mile Delivery

Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.

Jan 30, 2026