Speaking in Dáil Éireann (lower house of parliament) on Thursday afternoon, Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan said his thoughts were with the family of the person who had been killed.
Speaking in Dáil Éireann (lower house of parliament) on Thursday afternoon, Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan said his thoughts were with the family of the person who had been killed.
Labour MP Rachael Maskell, who has been a thorn in Sir Keir's side over welfare cuts, has said she thinks his position as prime minister is "untenable" and it is "inevitable" that he will have will have to stand down.
Labour MP Rachael Maskell, who has been a thorn in Sir Keir's side over welfare cuts, has said she thinks his position as prime minister is "untenable" and it is "inevitable" that he will have will have to stand down.
As of February 5, 2026, the semiconductor industry is no longer defined by a single dominant player, but by a fierce race for "compute supremacy." At the heart of this shift stands Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), a company that has successfully navigated a decade-long metamorphosis. Once relegated to the role of a secondary, budget-friendly alternative to industry giants, AMD has emerged as ...
As of February 5, 2026, the semiconductor industry is no longer defined by a single dominant player, but by a fierce race for "compute supremacy." At the heart of this shift stands Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), a company that has successfully navigated a decade-long metamorphosis. Once relegated to the role of a secondary, budget-friendly alternative to industry giants, AMD has emerged as a primary architect of the artificial intelligence (AI) era. Today, the company is in focus not just for its resilient CPU market share gains, but for its role as the most formidable challenger to the global AI accelerator monopoly. With a market capitalization that reflects its newfound status as a data center titan, AMD finds itself at a critical juncture where its annual AI hardware release cadence and strategic acquisitions are redefining the boundaries of silicon innovation. Historical Background Founded in 1969 by Jerry Sanders and a group of Fairchild Semiconductor alumni, AMD’s early history was characterized by its status as a "second-source" manufacturer for Intel’s designs. For decades, the company survived on the fringes, occasionally striking gold with the Athlon 64 in the early 2000s before falling into a period of near-bankruptcy following the lackluster "Bulldozer" architecture era. The modern AMD narrative began in 2014 with the appointment of Dr. Lisa Su as CEO. Su initiated a radical "high-performance first" strategy, abandoning the pursuit of low-margin mobile chips to focus on the modular "Zen" microarchitecture. This "chiplet" design philosophy allowed AMD to scale performance more efficiently than its competitors. By 2017, the launch of the first Ryzen and EPYC processors signaled a historic turnaround, ending a decade of Intel dominance and setting the stage for the company’s current expansion into AI. Business Model AMD operates a sophisticated fabless business model, focusing on design and architecture while outsourcing manufacturing to specialized...
As of February 5, 2026, the semiconductor industry is no longer defined by a single dominant player, but by a fierce race for "compute supremacy." At the heart of this shift stands Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), a company that has successfully navigated a decade-long metamorphosis. Once relegated to the role of a secondary, budget-friendly alternative to industry giants, AMD has emerged as ...
As of February 5, 2026, the semiconductor industry is no longer defined by a single dominant player, but by a fierce race for "compute supremacy." At the heart of this shift stands Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), a company that has successfully navigated a decade-long metamorphosis. Once relegated to the role of a secondary, budget-friendly alternative to industry giants, AMD has emerged as a primary architect of the artificial intelligence (AI) era. Today, the company is in focus not just for its resilient CPU market share gains, but for its role as the most formidable challenger to the global AI accelerator monopoly. With a market capitalization that reflects its newfound status as a data center titan, AMD finds itself at a critical juncture where its annual AI hardware release cadence and strategic acquisitions are redefining the boundaries of silicon innovation. Historical Background Founded in 1969 by Jerry Sanders and a group of Fairchild Semiconductor alumni, AMD’s early history was characterized by its status as a "second-source" manufacturer for Intel’s designs. For decades, the company survived on the fringes, occasionally striking gold with the Athlon 64 in the early 2000s before falling into a period of near-bankruptcy following the lackluster "Bulldozer" architecture era. The modern AMD narrative began in 2014 with the appointment of Dr. Lisa Su as CEO. Su initiated a radical "high-performance first" strategy, abandoning the pursuit of low-margin mobile chips to focus on the modular "Zen" microarchitecture. This "chiplet" design philosophy allowed AMD to scale performance more efficiently than its competitors. By 2017, the launch of the first Ryzen and EPYC processors signaled a historic turnaround, ending a decade of Intel dominance and setting the stage for the company’s current expansion into AI. Business Model AMD operates a sophisticated fabless business model, focusing on design and architecture while outsourcing manufacturing to specialized...
'We are ready to talk': US news anchor Savannah Guthrie pleads for return of her abducted mother "She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive," says the NBC host about missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.
'We are ready to talk': US news anchor Savannah Guthrie pleads for return of her abducted mother "She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive," says the NBC host about missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.
In this article HIMS NVO LLY Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT Weight-loss drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk fell after telehealth company Hims & Hers announced Thursday it will offer a copy of the newly launched Wegovy pill for $49, far less than the $149 Novo sells the branded pill for. Copenhagen-listed shares of Novo dropped 7% on the news, while Eli Lilly stock fell 6.1% sho...
In this article HIMS NVO LLY Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT Weight-loss drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk fell after telehealth company Hims & Hers announced Thursday it will offer a copy of the newly launched Wegovy pill for $49, far less than the $149 Novo sells the branded pill for. Copenhagen-listed shares of Novo dropped 7% on the news, while Eli Lilly stock fell 6.1% shortly after the opening bell. Hims & Hers stock soared 10%. Novo launched the Wegovy pill in the U.S. early January and CEO Mike Doustdar told CNBC on Wednesday that 170,000 people were already taking the medication . Hims & Hers had previously been offering compounded semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo's blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, in an injectable format, and is now extending the offering to include the oral version. Even though semaglutide's patent is protected in the U.S. until 2032, Hims says that itscopies are "personalized," and therefore legal. "This compounded product uses a different formulation and delivery system than FDA-approved oral semaglutide," the company said in the announcement. "This once-a-day pill has the same active ingredient as Wegovy and empowers providers to tailor treatment plans specifically for those who prefer to avoid needles or need smaller doses to help to balance side-effects." Lilly doesn't yet have an oral option on the market but is expected to launch a rival pill in the first half of this year, pending Food and Drug Administration approval. CNBC couldn't immediately reach Novo Nordisk for a comment. This is a breaking story. Please refresh for updates.
The exception applies to one specific thing, and there are restrictions you should know about. There's a reason it makes sense to save for retirement in a 401(k) if you have access to one. Not only do these retirement plans make it easy to stay on track with your savings (since they're funded from your paychecks directly), but many 401(k)s come with a workplace match. But there's a big drawback to...
The exception applies to one specific thing, and there are restrictions you should know about. There's a reason it makes sense to save for retirement in a 401(k) if you have access to one. Not only do these retirement plans make it easy to stay on track with your savings (since they're funded from your paychecks directly), but many 401(k)s come with a workplace match. But there's a big drawback to using a 401(k) to save for retirement. If you take a distribution before turning 59 1/2, you'll generally be subject to an early withdrawal penalty of 10%. So if you're 45 and tap your traditional 401(k) plan to the tune of $15,000 to get a new roof, you'll lose $1,500 right off the bat, and your distribution will also be taxable. A new rule, however, lets you tap your 401(k) before age 59 1/2 without a penalty. But before you start jumping for joy, it's important to understand how it works. You can raid your 401(k) early to pay for long-term care insurance premiums Long-term care is something many older Americans end up needing. And the costs can be astronomical. Genworth and Care Scout put the average annual cost of assisted living at $70,800. A shared nursing home room, meanwhile, could set you back $111,325 per year, while a private room could cost you $127,750. Unfortunately, Medicare will not pay for long-term care. So unless you relish the idea of paying those gigantic bills, you may want to buy long-term care insurance in your 50s for protection. Long-term care insurance, however, isn't cheap. And it may be something you struggle to pay for. Now, a new rule allows you to take up to $2,600 from your 401(k) this year to pay for long-term care insurance premiums before age 59 1/2 without a penalty. The limit for future years will be indexed for inflation. But that doesn't mean this is the best idea . For one thing, that $2,600 may not cover your premium costs entirely, depending on the policy you bought. Also, to use this option, your specific 401(k) plan has to allow...
US stocks turned lower on Thursday in an apparently fruitless search for a reprieve from a building tech sell-off as investors awaited Amazon earnings, assessed Alphabet's big AI spending plans, and digested jobs data that signaled fresh weakness in the labor market. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) moved roughly 0.9% lower, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) shed 1.3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI),...
US stocks turned lower on Thursday in an apparently fruitless search for a reprieve from a building tech sell-off as investors awaited Amazon earnings, assessed Alphabet's big AI spending plans, and digested jobs data that signaled fresh weakness in the labor market. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) moved roughly 0.9% lower, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) shed 1.3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI), which includes fewer tech names, edged about 0.5% lower. The market is in the midst of a trillion-dollar tech wipeout, as investors weigh whether some software stocks took too big a beating. The losses were spurred by worries about AI disruption to established software players — a risk that had been overlooked by investors focused on the fallout from massive AI spending until recently. Wall Street is still digesting the latest batch of corporate earnings, with Big Tech's AI buildout and demand in high focus. Alphabet (GOOG) shares slid over 5% after the Google parent outlined a significant ramp-up in AI investment — to as high as $185 billion — in its quarterly results late Wednesday. The countdown is now on to Amazon's (AMZN) report, set for release after Thursday's market close. Eyes are on the all-important AWS cloud unit, expected to deliver a 21% jump in sales. Meanwhile, the labor market flashed fresh signals of weakness: Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected, while a new report found that last month marked the worst January for layoff announcements since 2009. The updates came after Wednesday's ADP report showed businesses added fewer jobs in January than expected. The government's monthly jobs report is due next Wednesday. Elsewhere, silver (SI=F) plunged as much as 17%, erasing all of its two-day recovery as Chinese buyers dumped holdings. While the precious metal pared losses, Wall Street is debating whether the recent record rally in silver and gold (GC=F) ran too high, too fast — and if a further slump awaits. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) also sank after Treasury ...
US stocks turned lower on Thursday in a fruitless search for a reprieve from a building tech sell-off as investors awaited Amazon earnings, assessed Alphabet's big AI spending plans, and digested jobs data that signaled fresh weakness in the labor market. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) moved roughly 1.2% lower, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) shed 1.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) lost over 1%...
US stocks turned lower on Thursday in a fruitless search for a reprieve from a building tech sell-off as investors awaited Amazon earnings, assessed Alphabet's big AI spending plans, and digested jobs data that signaled fresh weakness in the labor market. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) moved roughly 1.2% lower, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) shed 1.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) lost over 1%, or more than 500 points. The market is in the midst of a trillion-dollar tech wipeout, as investors weigh whether some software stocks took too big a beating. The losses have been spurred by worries about AI disruption to established software players — a risk that had been overlooked by investors focused on the fallout from massive AI spending until recently. Wall Street is still digesting the latest batch of corporate earnings, with Big Tech's AI buildout and demand in high focus. Alphabet (GOOG) shares slid over 5% after the Google parent outlined a significant ramp-up in AI investment — to as high as $185 billion — in its quarterly results late Wednesday. The countdown is now on to Amazon's (AMZN) report, set for release after Thursday's market close. Eyes are on the all-important AWS cloud unit, expected to deliver a 21% jump in sales. Meanwhile, the labor market flashed fresh signals of weakness: Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected and job openings sank to their lowest level since 2020, while a new report found that last month marked the worst January for layoff announcements since 2009. The government's monthly jobs report is due next Wednesday. Elsewhere, silver (SI=F) plunged as much as 17%, erasing all of its two-day recovery as Chinese buyers dumped holdings. Wall Street is debating whether the recent record rally in silver and gold (GC=F) ran too high, too fast — and if a further slump awaits. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) also plunged after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ruled out a bailout for the digital currency — another disappointment for crypto markets h...
Technological innovation continues to push markets and the economy forward. "We are at the beginning of an industrial revolution that will transform every industry. We see $3 trillion to $4 trillion in AI infrastructure spend by the end of the decade." This is what Colette Kress, Nvidia's CFO, said on the company's earnings call for the second quarter of the company's fiscal 2026, which ended July...
Technological innovation continues to push markets and the economy forward. "We are at the beginning of an industrial revolution that will transform every industry. We see $3 trillion to $4 trillion in AI infrastructure spend by the end of the decade." This is what Colette Kress, Nvidia's CFO, said on the company's earnings call for the second quarter of the company's fiscal 2026, which ended July 27, 2025. While this is an absolutely mind-boggling number, that prediction might end up proving to be accurate. That's because there is already a massive sum of capital being invested in all things artificial intelligence. From an investing perspective, this secular trend should not be ignored, even though there is certainly a risk we're in an AI bubble right now. But instead of trying to successfully pick individual stocks, a more diversified and all-inclusive approach might be the best move. Here's one no-brainer AI index fund that investors can buy right now for less than $500. A hassle-free way to own AI's most dominant companies At $258, the Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQM 0.74%) falls squarely under the $500 figure. This popular exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracks the performance of the 100 largest non-financial stocks that trade on the Nasdaq exchange. It's a more concentrated investment vehicle than the closely followed S&P 500 index. The QQQM has a meaningful position in Nvidia, which represents 8.99% of the portfolio. This burgeoning enterprise is the main beneficiary of the AI infrastructure build-out. Combined, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon make up 18.3% of the ETF. These are the leading cloud computing platforms, which provide customers with access to valuable AI products and services. Apple, Meta Platforms, and Tesla also fall into the top 10 in terms of position sizing. Owning these tech-driven businesses has worked out extremely well. The QQQM has generated a total return of 99% in the past five years (as of Feb. 2). And with a low expense ratio of 0.15%, it'...
La Rosa Holdings ( LRHC ) on Thursday said that it has signed a contract to purchase land in Osceola County, Florida, for the planned development of an AI-focused data center, subject to customary closing conditions. The company said the proposed facility would span up to 10,000 square feet and be designed to Tier III standards. The acquisition is expected to close on June 15, 2026. La Rosa said t...
La Rosa Holdings ( LRHC ) on Thursday said that it has signed a contract to purchase land in Osceola County, Florida, for the planned development of an AI-focused data center, subject to customary closing conditions. The company said the proposed facility would span up to 10,000 square feet and be designed to Tier III standards. The acquisition is expected to close on June 15, 2026. La Rosa said there is no assurance the transaction will be completed. LRHC +2.87% premarket to $1.79. Source: Press Release More on La Rosa Holdings La rosa Holdings announces 1-for-10 reverse stock split La Rosa secures $1.25B in financing amid repositioning toward data center infrastructure development Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on La Rosa Holdings Financial information for La Rosa Holdings
As of February 5, 2026, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT: NASDAQ) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads in the "AI Supercycle." After a decade of unprecedented growth under the leadership of Satya Nadella, the technology titan has transitioned from a software provider to the world’s most significant AI infrastructure powerhouse. While the company recently ceded its position as the world's most valuable compan...
As of February 5, 2026, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT: NASDAQ) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads in the "AI Supercycle." After a decade of unprecedented growth under the leadership of Satya Nadella, the technology titan has transitioned from a software provider to the world’s most significant AI infrastructure powerhouse. While the company recently ceded its position as the world's most valuable company to Nvidia following a volatile January, Microsoft remains the cornerstone of the modern enterprise. With a market capitalization of approximately $3.08 trillion, the company's influence spans from the fundamental architecture of the internet to the productivity tools used by over a billion people. This report explores Microsoft's current standing, its aggressive pivot into custom silicon, and the financial tightrope it walks between massive capital investment and high-margin AI monetization. Historical Background Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft’s early history was defined by the democratization of the personal computer through the MS-DOS and Windows operating systems. The 1990s and early 2000s saw the company dominate the desktop era, though it faced significant antitrust scrutiny and a perceived "lost decade" under Steve Ballmer where it struggled to adapt to the mobile revolution. The turning point came in 2014 when Satya Nadella took the helm. Nadella pivoted the company toward a "mobile-first, cloud-first" strategy, famously embracing open source and competitors like Linux. This cultural and strategic shift led to the meteoric rise of Azure and the transformation of Office into the subscription-based Microsoft 365. By 2023, the company entered its third major era: the "AI-first" era, signaled by a multi-billion dollar investment in OpenAI and the rapid integration of generative AI across its entire product stack. Business Model Microsoft operates a diversified and highly resilient business model divided into three primary segments: Intelligent ...
Company Logo In 2023, the global energy storage system (ESS) market was valued at US$234.13 billion and is projected to reach US$376.75 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.51% from 2024-2029. The surge in global adoption of renewable energy and increased grid investments are key growth drivers, along with rising energy demands and electric vehicle proliferation. Market segmentation by technolo...
Company Logo In 2023, the global energy storage system (ESS) market was valued at US$234.13 billion and is projected to reach US$376.75 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.51% from 2024-2029. The surge in global adoption of renewable energy and increased grid investments are key growth drivers, along with rising energy demands and electric vehicle proliferation. Market segmentation by technology shows pumped hydro leading, while electromechanical storage is set for rapid growth. Regionally, Asia Pacific dominates due to industrialization and urbanization. Key players include Tesla, Toshiba, and BYD, with ongoing strategic expansions. Dublin, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Energy Storage System (ESS) Market: 2025 Edition" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. In 2023, the global energy storage system market was valued at US$234.13 billion, and is probable to reach US$376.75 billion by 2029. The global energy storage system market value is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.51%, during the forecast period of 2024-2029. The market's expansion may be ascribed to rising demand for energy storage and transportation, which is being fueled by the global adoption of renewable energy, and soaring expenditures in grids are expected to drive market growth in the coming years. Furthermore, the rapidly expanding demand for energy around the world is expected to drive further expansion in the global energy storage system market in the future. Global energy storage system market is fragmented, with just a few players of varying sizes depending on their positioning along the value chain. Tesla, Pylon and BYD are among the top three residential ESS solution suppliers globally. Market Segmentation Analysis: By Installations Growing demand for efficient and competitive energy resources is likely to propel market growth over the coming years. Thus, surging the demand for energy storage system installations. In addition, changing consumer lifestyle and a rising n...
As of February 5, 2026, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT: NASDAQ) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads in the "AI Supercycle." After a decade of unprecedented growth under the leadership of Satya Nadella, the technology titan has transitioned from a software provider to the world’s most significant AI infrastructure powerhouse. While the company recently ceded its position as the world's most valuable compan...
As of February 5, 2026, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT: NASDAQ) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads in the "AI Supercycle." After a decade of unprecedented growth under the leadership of Satya Nadella, the technology titan has transitioned from a software provider to the world’s most significant AI infrastructure powerhouse. While the company recently ceded its position as the world's most valuable company to Nvidia following a volatile January, Microsoft remains the cornerstone of the modern enterprise. With a market capitalization of approximately $3.08 trillion, the company's influence spans from the fundamental architecture of the internet to the productivity tools used by over a billion people. This report explores Microsoft's current standing, its aggressive pivot into custom silicon, and the financial tightrope it walks between massive capital investment and high-margin AI monetization. Historical Background Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft’s early history was defined by the democratization of the personal computer through the MS-DOS and Windows operating systems. The 1990s and early 2000s saw the company dominate the desktop era, though it faced significant antitrust scrutiny and a perceived "lost decade" under Steve Ballmer where it struggled to adapt to the mobile revolution. The turning point came in 2014 when Satya Nadella took the helm. Nadella pivoted the company toward a "mobile-first, cloud-first" strategy, famously embracing open source and competitors like Linux. This cultural and strategic shift led to the meteoric rise of Azure and the transformation of Office into the subscription-based Microsoft 365. By 2023, the company entered its third major era: the "AI-first" era, signaled by a multi-billion dollar investment in OpenAI and the rapid integration of generative AI across its entire product stack. Business Model Microsoft operates a diversified and highly resilient business model divided into three primary segments: Intelligent ...