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Naqi Logix Targets Post-Touch Computing Era with Strategic Wisear Acquisition

Naqi Logix Targets Post-Touch Computing Era with Strategic Wisear Acquisition

Vancouver, Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Naqi Logix finalized its acquisition of Wisear on January 29, 2026, establishing a European innovation hub. This integration accelerates the commercial scaling of non-invasive neural interfaces, aiming to redefine human-computer interaction.

Jerash Holdings Acquires Jordan Facility to Drive Major Production Expansion

Jerash Holdings Acquires Jordan Facility to Drive Major Production Expansion

New York, Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Jerash Holdings accelerates growth with a $3.4 million facility acquisition, aiming to add 2,500 jobs and significantly boost manufacturing capacity for major apparel brands by late 2026.

Datavault AI Targets $200 Million Revenue for 2026 Driven by New Licensing Agreements

Datavault AI Targets $200 Million Revenue for 2026 Driven by New Licensing Agreements

New York, Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Datavault AI has announced an aggressive $200 million revenue target for fiscal year 2026, underpinned by $49 million in newly secured tokenization contracts. This projection aims to solidify a 1,000 percent growth trajectory from 2024, signaling a major strategic pivot despite recent market volatility.

Warriors Owner Joe Lacob Emerges as Frontrunner for San Diego Padres Acquisition

Warriors Owner Joe Lacob Emerges as Frontrunner for San Diego Padres Acquisition

San Francisco, Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Joe Lacob has reportedly met with club officials, positioning himself as the leading suitor for the San Diego Padres in a potential deal valued near $3 billion.

Sony Raises Annual Forecast After Operating Profit Surges 22%

Sony Raises Annual Forecast After Operating Profit Surges 22%

Tokyo, Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Sony’s operating profit surged 22% to 515 billion yen, defying hardware headwinds. Consequently, the company raised its full-year profit outlook to 1.54 trillion yen, driven by strength in image sensors.

Iris Energy Secures $3.6 Billion for AI Expansion Despite Quarterly Earnings Miss

Iris Energy Secures $3.6 Billion for AI Expansion Despite Quarterly Earnings Miss

Sydney, Friday, 6 February 2026.
Despite missing revenue estimates, Iris Energy validated its pivot to artificial intelligence by securing $3.6 billion in financing to support its massive infrastructure agreement with Microsoft.

Strike Looms at BP’s Largest Midwest Refinery Following Failed Negotiations

Strike Looms at BP’s Largest Midwest Refinery Following Failed Negotiations

Whiting, Friday, 6 February 2026.
As of February 5, 2026, the United Steelworkers union has advised employees at BP’s Whiting, Indiana refinery—the largest in the Midwest—to prepare for a potential strike or lockout. Following a decisive 98% strike authorization vote, negotiations stalled over contentious proposals involving AI surveillance and significant job cuts. With the facility processing 440,000 barrels per day, a work stoppage threatens to severely disrupt regional fuel supplies, marking a critical escalation in the standoff between labor and the British energy major.

Patterson-UTI Boosts Dividend by 25 Percent After Generating Strong Free Cash Flow

Patterson-UTI Boosts Dividend by 25 Percent After Generating Strong Free Cash Flow

Houston, Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Patterson-UTI increased its quarterly dividend by 25 percent following $416 million in full-year adjusted free cash flow, signaling operational confidence despite a $9 million fourth-quarter net loss.

Washington Post Slashes Workforce and Shutters Sports Desk in Major Restructuring

Washington Post Slashes Workforce and Shutters Sports Desk in Major Restructuring

Washington D.C., Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Signaling severe economic headwinds, the outlet is cutting one-third of its staff and controversially downgrading sports coverage to a mere “cultural phenomenon.”

Uber Delivery Segment Fuels Strong Fourth Quarter Revenue Beat

Uber Delivery Segment Fuels Strong Fourth Quarter Revenue Beat

San Francisco, Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Uber’s revenue jumped 20% to $14.4 billion, driven by a massive 30% increase in delivery services, as the platform reached a record 202 million monthly active consumers.