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Cuban's Healthcare Poll Exposes 'Pick-Your-Pain' Dilemma: Deductibles Edge Out Premiums in Voter Frustration

A social media poll by billionaire Mark Cuban reveals a near-even split on which part of U.S. health insurance is more financially painful—premiums or deductibles. The results, and the outpouring of personal stories in the replies, underscore a system many describe as forcing impossible choices amid relentlessly rising costs.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cavco Industries Navigates Hurricane Disruptions as Housing Demand Rebounds, Posts Solid Q2 Growth

Despite significant operational downtime from recent hurricanes, Cavco Industries reports a 12.3% year-over-year revenue increase to $507.5 million for Q2 FY2025, driven by a 15.7% jump in homes shipped. The company remains optimistic on market recovery and announces an additional $100 million share repurchase authorization.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Baseten: The AI Infrastructure Powerhouse Quietly Backed by Tech Giants

While public attention focuses on flashy AI applications, Baseten is building the critical infrastructure beneath them. Its explosive growth and backing from investors like Nvidia signal its pivotal role in the AI economy's next phase.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Charter Stems Pay-TV Bleed, Posts Surprise Q4 Subscriber Gain Amid Industry Turmoil

Charter Communications reversed a year-long decline in its pay-TV business, adding 44,000 video subscribers in Q4. The unexpected turnaround, driven by simplified pricing and bundled streaming, offers a rare bright spot for a sector grappling with soaring costs and cord-cutting.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Uber Doubles Down on Autonomous Future with $1B Waabi Bet, Expanding Robotaxi Ambitions

Uber's strategic investment in self-driving startup Waabi, founded by its former AI chief, signals a major push into robotaxis. The $1 billion deal underscores Uber's sprawling portfolio of over 20 AV partnerships, raising questions about its 'bet-on-everything' approach in the high-stakes race for autonomy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Search for a Floor: When Will the 'Value Zone' Attract Buyers?

Despite significant institutional purchases and regulatory progress, Bitcoin continues to drift lower, leading analysts and investors to question what price level will finally stem the tide.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

IBM's AI and Quantum Ambitions Fuel Optimism as Bank of America Lifts Price Target

Following a robust Q4 earnings beat, IBM's strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing earns a price target upgrade from Bank of America, with analysts citing improved growth and free cash flow trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barrick Shares Tumble as Trump's Fed Pick Eases Inflation Fears, Gold Retreats

Barrick Mining Corporation's stock fell nearly 10% Friday, mirroring a sharp drop in gold prices after President Trump's nomination of a mainstream candidate to lead the Federal Reserve calmed market anxieties about runaway inflation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Google's AI Gaming Ambitions Rattle Investors, Sending AppLovin Shares Tumbling

A surprise announcement from Google DeepMind triggered a sector-wide sell-off, hitting mobile gaming and ad-tech stocks. Analysts debate the long-term implications for companies like AppLovin.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Panama's Supreme Court Nullifies Hutchison Ports Contract, Scuttling $23 Billion MSC-BlackRock Deal

Panama's Supreme Court has declared CK Hutchison's concession to operate the Balboa and Cristóbal ports unconstitutional, derailing a major sale and placing APM Terminals in temporary control. The ruling intensifies geopolitical tensions over control of the strategic Panama Canal.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kimberly-Clark Boosts Dividend Amid Earnings Pressure, Payout Ratio Raises Questions

The consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark announced a dividend increase to $1.28 per share, lifting its yield above 5%. However, the move comes against a backdrop of declining earnings, casting doubt on the long-term sustainability of its shareholder returns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CDW's Modest Earnings Growth Fails to Lift Stock as Shareholders Face Steep Losses

Despite a slight uptick in earnings per share, CDW Corporation's stock has plummeted over 38% in three years, starkly underperforming a surging market and leaving investors questioning the disconnect between financial performance and share price.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Whales Circle Three Altcoins as Crypto Markets Seek February Turnaround

On-chain data reveals a notable shift in crypto whale activity, with large-scale accumulation emerging in Shiba Inu, Pendle, and Cardano. This strategic positioning coincides with early technical signals hinting at potential rebounds, setting the stage for a pivotal February.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Anthropic Hit with Landmark $3 Billion Lawsuit Over Alleged Use of Pirated Music to Train AI

Major music publishers have launched a massive copyright infringement lawsuit against AI company Anthropic, alleging its Claude AI was trained on a dataset of over 20,000 pirated songs, in a case that could redefine the rules for AI development.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Rise of 'Soft Switching': Why Savvy Consumers Are Opening Multiple Bank Accounts

A growing financial strategy known as 'soft switching'—opening new bank accounts without closing old ones—is gaining traction. Experts say it can unlock higher yields, better features, and greater flexibility, but requires careful management to avoid pitfalls.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $82,000 as Broader Market Sell-Off Intensifies

Bitcoin's sharp decline this week mirrors a wider market rout, with analysts pointing to a confluence of geopolitical tensions, policy fears, and tech sector volatility as key drivers. The sell-off raises fresh questions about near-term support levels for the flagship cryptocurrency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tesla's 'Amazing Abundance' Vision Collides with Financial Reality: Can AI and Robotics Fuel a Comeback?

Despite CEO Elon Musk's bold pronouncements on AI, robotics, and a future of 'Amazing Abundance,' Tesla faces mounting pressure from declining automotive revenues and margins. As the company pivots with massive capital expenditure, investors are left weighing futuristic promises against present-day financial headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Channel Crossings in 2025: French Rescues Top 6,000 as Death Toll and Smuggler Tactics Evolve

France's maritime authority reports rescuing over 6,000 migrants from the English Channel last year, with at least 25 fatalities. Despite the peril, crossings persist at high volume, fueled by increasingly overcrowded boats and evolving smuggling methods.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's 'Great' Dollar Remark Fuels Historic Slide, Ignites Precious Metals Frenzy

President Trump's dismissal of concerns over the dollar's decline has accelerated a sell-off, sending the greenback to multi-year lows and triggering record-breaking rallies in gold and silver as markets question U.S. currency policy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Independent Bank Boosts Dividend to $0.28, Signaling Financial Strength and Shareholder Commitment

Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP) announces a dividend increase to $0.28 per share, continuing its decade-long track record of shareholder returns. Analysts highlight the payout's sustainability amid solid earnings growth projections.

Jan 30, 2026