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Starbucks (NasdaqGS:SBUX) is rolling out a new bonus program and pay structure for cafe workers. The package includes quarterly cash bonuses tied to store performance. Workers gain expanded tipping options and a move to weekly pay cycles. The company indicates these changes could lift hourly pay by roughly 5% to 8%. For investors tracking Starbucks, this pay overhaul sits at the intersection of operations, labor relations, and brand strength. The company runs a large global cafe network...

Strategy Inc. (NasdaqGS:MSTR) has introduced a Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index, aimed at tracking how traditional financial institutions are engaging with Bitcoin. The company is shifting its treasury approach by pausing new Bitcoin purchases and raising cash through stock issuance to build a larger US$ reserve. Strategy is best known for its strong association with Bitcoin, so this shift in capital and treasury decisions is a material development for anyone following NasdaqGS:MSTR. The...

BMW Group has launched new connected vehicle technology in the U.S. in partnership with Verizon and KDDI. The collaboration brings 5G and IoT connectivity directly into newly manufactured BMW vehicles for telematics and infotainment services. The move marks a shift toward more integrated, software centric car services for Bayerische Motoren Werke customers. Bayerische Motoren Werke, traded as XTRA:BMW, is rolling out this connected vehicle platform as its shares trade around €57.32. The...

DoorDash has launched a native integration in the Shopify App Store that lets local retailers join the DoorDash Marketplace directly from their Shopify accounts. The integration automates catalog and inventory sync, aiming to let merchants start offering on demand delivery within days and without changing existing workflows. For investors watching NasdaqGS:DASH, this move fits with DoorDash’s push to serve more than restaurants by working more closely with local retailers. The stock last...

GraniteShares founder & CEO Will Rhind joins Josh Lipton on Market Domination Overtime to discuss the firm's new SK Hynix (000660.KS) ETFs, which give investors new leveraged ways to gain exposure to the AI memory chip giant.

Citigroup (NYSE:C) reported its highest quarterly revenue in a decade, supported by broad-based growth and record results in markets and investment banking. The bank posted strong profit growth in the quarter, with earnings that exceeded prior market expectations. Citigroup announced a $30b stock repurchase program and a 12% increase in its dividend as part of a major capital return plan. For investors tracking large U.S. banks, Citigroup stands out with this combination of decade-high...

Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) has introduced a next generation AI native builder experience for Fusion Applications. The launch centers on Fusion Agentic Applications, which run natively inside Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications. The new builder is designed for both business users and developers to create, deploy, and manage outcome focused agentic systems. For investors tracking Oracle, this launch sits at the intersection of cloud software and applied AI inside core enterprise workflows. Fusion...

Boeing plans to debut its MQ-28 Ghost Bat autonomous combat aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026. The company is using the event to spotlight advanced defense programs and broader sustainability efforts. The MQ-28 public display highlights a push into autonomous and collaborative combat aircraft and expanded defense services. Boeing (NYSE:BA), trading at $215.51, is putting fresh attention on its defense and autonomous systems work with the upcoming public debut of the...

Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE:LBRT) shares rose around 3% in premarket trading on Tuesday after the company announced a strategic partnership with SLB (NYSE:SLB) to deliver power generation and infrastructure solutions for data centres worldwide.

The announcement marks the latest in a string of sodium battery developments as utilities and customers look for new sources of grid-tied and behind-the-meter capacity.

Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ:TSEM) has announced plans to invest $3 billion to expand its semiconductor manufacturing footprint in Japan, with the project receiving $1 billion in financial support from the Japanese government. The announcement sent the company’s U.

Penguin Solutions (NasdaqGS:PENG) has launched a proposed $650 million offering of convertible senior notes. The company is also conducting privately negotiated exchanges to refinance portions of its existing convertible notes. Together, these capital markets actions are set to reshape Penguin Solutions’ debt profile and liquidity position. Penguin Solutions operates in the technology hardware and infrastructure space, where capital needs can be significant and timing of funding decisions...

Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) is expanding its connected vehicle capabilities through a new partnership with BMW Group and KDDI, focused on 5G automotive services in the U.S. The company introduced the Gizmo Watch 4, a next generation kid focused wearable that adds new safety features and family oriented rewards incentives. Verizon was identified as a key participant in the high growth Unified Communication as a Service (UCaaS) market, tied to demand for cloud based collaboration and...

Blue Owl Capital (OWL) is drawing attention after announcing Kirkwood Infrastructure Group, a wholly owned platform focused on next generation communications infrastructure for hyperscale customers, data center operators, carriers, and local communities. See our latest analysis for Blue Owl Capital. Despite the Kirkwood Infrastructure Group launch highlighting Blue Owl Capital’s push into digital infrastructure, momentum in the stock has been soft. The share price is down over the year to...

Super Micro Computer launched its Data Center Building Block Solutions blueprint around the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL4 platform. The new offering targets high performance computing and AI infrastructure, with a focus on liquid-cooled, modular systems. This launch extends Super Micro Computer's reach further into large-scale scientific research and AI workloads beyond edge deployments. Super Micro Computer (NasdaqGS:SMCI), trading at $27.66, is adding a new pillar to its AI infrastructure lineup...

Chevron (NYSE:CVX) has launched a new business with GE Vernova and Microsoft to supply natural gas power to AI data centers. The company has also signed a five year extension to supply natural gas to Alinta Energy in Western Australia. Chevron is best known for its oil and gas production. This new move into powering AI data centers links its existing natural gas operations with a fast growing digital infrastructure sector. The partnership with GE Vernova and Microsoft positions Chevron...

TD Merchant Solutions, part of Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD), is rolling out the Clover all-in-one commerce platform in Canada. The launch comes through a partnership with Fiserv and brings point-of-sale hardware, payment processing, e-commerce, and business tools into a single system. For investors watching Toronto-Dominion Bank, this move puts more focus on TD Merchant Solutions and its role in supporting Canadian businesses. Payments and commerce technology have become a core part of...

Founder backs open AI access while prioritizing research over short-term monetization amid global AI security debates.

Kalshi rolled out its pro trading terminal in beta this week, but Robinhood is about to take all its users back.

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index puts major-bank uptake at 32%, with Fidelity far ahead of Japanese lenders.

AST SpaceMobile shares remain volatile amid partnership gains and BlueBird satellite launches, offset by mounting losses, cash burn, and repeated EPS misses that keep Wall Street cautious.

Jen Bacchus, a former WME executive, is leading the specialized offering that aims to help clients drive deeper cultural relevance.

QUALCOMM, ticker NasdaqGS:QCOM, has introduced its Snapdragon Reality Elite platform focused on on-device AI and spatial computing. The platform targets mixed reality and spatial computing devices, with hardware tuned for next-generation immersive experiences. This launch broadens QUALCOMM's reach beyond smartphones toward a wider set of AI and connectivity use cases. QUALCOMM is known for its wireless chipsets and connectivity solutions, and the Snapdragon Reality Elite platform extends...

Gilead's expansion beyond HIV therapies will surprise many investors.

Qnity Electronics Inc. (NYSE:Q) is one of the best up and coming stocks to invest in right now. On June 8, Qnity Electronics introduced two enhanced advanced packaging materials, Intervia 8540HSP copper and Cyclotene DF6800M dry film dielectric, designed for organic interposer applications. These innovations aim to support emerging glass-based substrate structures and advanced interconnect […]

Cirrus Logic (NASDAQ:CRUS) is one of the best quality stocks to buy according to Wall Street analysts. On May 28, Cirrus Logic introduced a new family of nine audio converters, including ADCs, DACs, and CODECs, aimed at professional and prosumer markets. These devices are designed to provide high-performance audio technology at an optimized price point […]

The oil and gas giant is teaming with GE Vernova to power next-generation AI data centers.

Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ:VIAV) is one of the stocks set to explode in the next 2 years. On July 1, VIAVI Solutions introduced the µPNT GDO-1000, a compact GNSS-disciplined oscillator designed for size- and power-constrained platforms. Measuring the size of a postage stamp and weighing under 4 grams, this M.2 B-key module provides a space-efficient alternative […]

OpenAI is pushing ChatGPT beyond a question-and-answer tool and deeper into workplace automation with ChatGPT Work. The new AI agent can break down complex assignments, work autonomously over extended periods and generate spreadsheets, presentations, documents and web applications, OpenAI said....

Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) is one of the best stocks to invest in under $100. On June 22, Super Micro Computer introduced its Data Center Building Block Solutions/DCBBS Blueprint for HPC, featuring the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL4 platform. This end-to-end blueprint is designed to accelerate the deployment of converged high-performance computing and AI infrastructure, […]