Bit Digital Inc (NASDAQ:BTBT) earned a repeat ‘Outperform' rating and $5.50 price target, according to Noble Capital Markets analysts who highlighted the company's December Ethereum treasury update and reiterated confidence in its strategic positioning. The analysts wrote that Bit Digital's latest disclosure shows continued growth in its Ethereum holdings and staking activity.

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New York and Philadelphia Edge Network Activation Positions Datavault AI to Capture Significant Share of Insurance and Financial Sectors, Healthcare Industry and Enterprise Opportunities with Real-Time, Zero-Trust Quantum Encrypted Data Tokenization PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 8, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. (Nasdaq:DVLT), today highlighted the strategic importance of its New York and Philadelphia edge network deployment with Available Infrastructure's SanQtum AI platform. This GPU-powered, zero-trust edge infrastructure features national security-grade cybersecurity and enables instant data monetization - positioning Datavault AI to address a market opportunity exceeding $2 billion in each selected location with potential annual recurring revenue …

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Why Alphabet's stock can further reign as ‘king' of the AI trade in 2026 — Positive

GOOG  GOOGL   Market Watch — January 08, 2026

As the Google parent company edges closer to a $4 trillion market capitalization, a new bull cheers AI advantages that can keep the rally going.

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Chevron competes with rivals for Venezuelan oil sales, sources say — Neutral

BNO  CVX  DBO  GUSH  IEO  OIH  OIL  PXJ  UCO  USO  XOP   Reuters — January 08, 2026

U.S. oil major Chevron , global trading house Vitol and other oil traders, producers and refiners are competing to win deals for exports of Venezuelan crude as part of their talks with U.S. officials for licenses to do business with the country, industry sources said on Thursday.

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Billionaire energy entrepreneur and Republican donor Harry Sargeant III and his team are advising the Trump administration on how the U.S. can engineer a return of some American oil companies to Venezuela, according to four sources familiar with the matter.

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Semi Stocks Riding AI Wave: Buy NVIDIA and Amtech — Positive

ASYS  NVDA   Zacks Investment Research — January 08, 2026

AI and HPC are driving a powerful semiconductor upcycle, but geopolitics, tariffs and valuation risks loom. Here's why NVDA still leads -- and ASYS stands out.

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CNBC's “Power Lunch” team discusses defense stocks with Sheila Kahyaoglu of Jefferies.

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Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: DLR) plans to release fourth quarter 2025 results on Feb. 5, 2026.

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The Path2TECH: Networking & Systems Administration program was piloted in 2025 with support from a Mizuho USA Foundation FutureReady grant. The Path2TECH: Networking & Systems Administration program was piloted in 2025 with support from a Mizuho USA Foundation FutureReady grant.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James is demanding that Instacart share information about its price-testing experiments following a report that the app's users were charged different prices for identical products from the same stores.

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New class action for Coupang, Inc. (CPNG) urges investors to seek recovery for alleged securities fraud violations – lead plaintiff deadline of 2/17/2026.

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As a Concerned Warren Buffett Exits, His 4 Safest Dividend Stocks Are 2026 Gems — Positive

BRK-A  BRK-B  CVX  KHC  KO  KR   24/7 Wall Street — January 08, 2026

If any investor has stood the test of time, it is Warren Buffett. For years, the so-called Oracle of Omaha has had a rock-star-like presence in the investing world, and his annual Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

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Applied Digital's Q2 Is A Sign Of Things To Come — Positive

APLD   Seeking Alpha — January 08, 2026

Applied Digital Corporation maintains a Buy rating as fundamentals strengthen, and the growth outlook brightens, despite recent stock volatility. APLD delivered 250% YoY revenue growth in FY2026 Q2, crushing expectations by over $45 million, driven by Polaris Forge 1's operational ramp. Major capacity expansions at Polaris Forge 1 and 2, with multi-year, multi-billion-dollar contracts, positions Applied Digital for sustained explosive growth.

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Here's Why You Should Add FTS Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now — Positive

FTS   Zacks Investment Research — January 08, 2026

FTS benefits from transmission expansion, grid modernization and rising data center demand, with steady earnings growth and a 3.54% dividend yield.

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PriceSmart, Inc. (PSMT) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript — Neutral

PSMT   Seeking Alpha — January 08, 2026

PriceSmart, Inc. (PSMT) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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Alphabet's Google , Meta Platforms , Netflix , Microsoft and Amazon will not face heavy-handed regulations in Europe's digital rule overhaul despite calls from telecoms companies, people with direct knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.

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SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ARDT #ARDT--Robbins LLP informs stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Ardent Health, Inc. (NYSE: ARDT) securities between July 18, 2025 and November 12, 2025. Ardent Health and its affiliates operate acute care hospitals and other healthcare facilities. For more information, submit a form, email attorney Aaron Dumas, Jr., or give us a call at (800) 350-6003. The Allegations: Robbins LLP is Investigating Allegati.

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ZURICH, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) will hold its fourth quarter earnings conference call on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern. The company expects to issue its fourth quarter earnings release and financial supplement after the market closes on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mills by Millie Bobby Brown, a fashion line for teens and young women created for Walmart in collaboration with Delta Galil USA, launched today.

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