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Rising Space Traffic Prompts FAA Warning on Falling Rocket Debris

Rising Space Traffic Prompts FAA Warning on Falling Rocket Debris

Washington D.C., Monday, 2 February 2026.
Following investigations revealing pilots were forced to maneuver around exploding rocket debris, the FAA issued a safety alert today urging airlines to exercise extreme caution as commercial launch schedules accelerate.

Ondas Enhances Autonomous Strike Capabilities Through Rotron Aero Acquisition

Ondas Enhances Autonomous Strike Capabilities Through Rotron Aero Acquisition

Waltham, Monday, 2 February 2026.
Ondas Holdings has agreed to acquire UK-based Rotron Aero, aiming to revolutionize its defense offerings. By integrating Rotron’s advanced propulsion and heavy-lift UAVs into its architecture, Ondas secures a pivotal foothold in NATO markets. This strategic expansion targets the growing demand for long-range, autonomous strike capabilities in modern warfare.

Capgemini to Divest US Subsidiary Amid Scrutiny Over Immigration Enforcement Contracts

Capgemini to Divest US Subsidiary Amid Scrutiny Over Immigration Enforcement Contracts

Paris, Monday, 2 February 2026.
Capgemini is immediately selling its US subsidiary, admitting classified restrictions prevented oversight of controversial contracts helping ICE track migrants, a unit representing just 0.4% of global revenue.

Twin Vee Pivots to Government Contracts with Autonomous Marine Unit

Twin Vee Pivots to Government Contracts with Autonomous Marine Unit

Fort Pierce, Monday, 2 February 2026.
Twin Vee shares rose nearly 6% after the sport boat maker launched Black Line Defense, a subsidiary leveraging decades of manufacturing experience to secure autonomous military vessel contracts.

Devon Energy and Coterra Combine to Create US Shale Giant in $58 Billion Deal

Devon Energy and Coterra Combine to Create US Shale Giant in $58 Billion Deal

Oklahoma City, Monday, 2 February 2026.
This strategic consolidation creates a premier onshore producer, targeting $1 billion in annual savings and marking the sector’s largest merger since 2024.

Iron Dome Acquisition Seeks $200 Million to Bring Israeli Defense Tech to US Markets

Iron Dome Acquisition Seeks $200 Million to Bring Israeli Defense Tech to US Markets

New York, Monday, 2 February 2026.
Targeting the intersection of cybersecurity, defense, and AI, this vehicle aims to bridge the gap between elite Israeli innovation and U.S. investors through a Nasdaq listing.

Disney Surpasses Wall Street Targets as Theme Park Revenue Breaks $10 Billion Record

Disney Surpasses Wall Street Targets as Theme Park Revenue Breaks $10 Billion Record

Burbank, Monday, 2 February 2026.
Disney defied expectations today as its experiences division generated a historic $10 billion in revenue, bolstering the company’s financial standing just as the board prepares to select a new CEO.

Exxon and Chevron Defy Administration Pressure to Fund Venezuela’s Recovery

Exxon and Chevron Defy Administration Pressure to Fund Venezuela’s Recovery

Houston, Monday, 2 February 2026.
While Chevron projects a 50% output hike without new funds, both giants defy Trump’s $100 billion investment call, labeling Venezuela “uninvestable” pending significant democratic and legal reforms.

Qantas Boosts Sapporo Service Capacity by 50% Amid Japan Travel Surge

Qantas Boosts Sapporo Service Capacity by 50% Amid Japan Travel Surge

Sydney, Sunday, 1 February 2026.
Responding to record demand, Qantas will add 10,000 seats to its Sapporo route for the 2026/27 season, a fifty percent capacity increase targeting the booming ski tourism market.

Visa Targets AI and Cross-Border Growth in Latest African Accelerator Cohort

Visa Targets AI and Cross-Border Growth in Latest African Accelerator Cohort

San Francisco, Sunday, 1 February 2026.
Visa’s latest cohort expands innovation to Burkina Faso and Djibouti, prioritizing AI and stablecoin solutions among 18 startups to bridge African markets with the global economy.