is features writer with five years of experience covering the companies that shape technology and the people who use their tools. After right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley’s viral video alleging fraud at Minnesota daycares he said were operated by Somali residents, Donald Trump’s administration responded by flooding the state with federal immigration agents and freezing funding for childcare services...
is features writer with five years of experience covering the companies that shape technology and the people who use their tools. After right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley’s viral video alleging fraud at Minnesota daycares he said were operated by Somali residents, Donald Trump’s administration responded by flooding the state with federal immigration agents and freezing funding for childcare services. (A judge ruled that the federal government must continue funding childcare subsidies, at least temporarily.) Now Shirley is back loitering outside daycares again, this time in California. Over the weekend the 23-year-old posted a photo of himself with the caption “Hello California I’ve arrived.” Like with his last video, which featured a “source” later identified by The Intercept as a far-right onetime political candidate and lobbyist, Shirley seems to have had a local tour guide: Amy Reichert, a San Diego right-wing activist who unsuccessfully ran for local election. She said on X that she spent two days with Shirley “checking out learning centers” in the city. An accompanying image appears to show the two of them — a tripod-mounted phone in tow — outside a business. Shirley’s playbook is essentially to pull public records on licensed childcare facilities, looking for citations or reports from state inspectors that he or his “sources” deem suspicious. He then physically visits daycare facilities and, in the case of the Minneapolis video, demands to “see the children” in the provider’s care. In Minneapolis, a refusal to let Shirley and his team into daycares was taken as evidence that the business was a sham — a claim unsupported by follow-up visits. (Perhaps a good daycare should not allow a random YouTuber near its kids?) Subsequent visits by state inspectors found that children were present at the daycares Shirley visited and that they were “operating as expected.” Even though Shirley hasn’t yet published a video about San Diego, local childcare providers have already ...
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In this article NVDA Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI (L), and Jensen Huang CEO of Nvidia. Reuters Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman appeared together on CNBC in September to announce a mammoth $100 billion deal that was poised to usher in a new chapter for the booming artificial intelligence industry. Five months later, no contract has been...
In this article NVDA Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI (L), and Jensen Huang CEO of Nvidia. Reuters Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman appeared together on CNBC in September to announce a mammoth $100 billion deal that was poised to usher in a new chapter for the booming artificial intelligence industry. Five months later, no contract has been signed and no money has changed hands. More concerning to investors, the two companies are seemingly at odds. The Wall Street Journal on Friday reported that the negotiations between the companies were "on ice" after some within Nvidia expressed doubts about OpenAI's business model. It's been a major topic of conversation in AI since November, when Nvidia warned in the risk factors of its quarterly filing that, "There is no assurance that we will enter into definitive agreements with respect to the OpenAI opportunity or other potential investments." Despite the reported friction, Nvidia and OpenAI still need each other. Altman has said OpenAI requires a massive number of Nvidia's AI chips to hit its growth targets for revenue, while Huang relies on customers like OpenAI to create services that wow customers and continue driving sales of its costly systems. Soaring demand and industry hype drove Nvidia's market cap past $5 trillion at its peak in October, though the stock is down 15% from its high, pushing the valuation to $4.4 trillion. OpenAI, meanwhile, was valued on the private market at $500 billion late last year and is reportedly eyeing a valuation of over $800 billion as it pursues another round of cash. "We are looking forward to Sam closing it and he's doing terrifically," Huang told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday . "And we will invest in the next round. There is no question about that." Nvidia first invested in OpenAI in October 2024, as part of a $6.6 billion funding round . watch now VIDEO 2:14 02:14 Nvidia CEO on the $100 billion investment in OpenAI: This partn...
Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. Chipotle — Shares of Chipotle tumbled 6% after the fast-casual burrito chain reported that traffic to its restaurants declined for the fourth straight quarter . The company also projected flat same-store sales growth for 2026. To be sure, adjusted earnings and revenue for Chipotle's fourth quarter still beat analysts' consensus expec...
Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. Chipotle — Shares of Chipotle tumbled 6% after the fast-casual burrito chain reported that traffic to its restaurants declined for the fourth straight quarter . The company also projected flat same-store sales growth for 2026. To be sure, adjusted earnings and revenue for Chipotle's fourth quarter still beat analysts' consensus expectations, according to LSEG. Corteva — The agriculture company's stock fell 5% after it reported a fourth-quarter sales miss. Falling crop prices and geopolitical tensions have weighed on demand for crop protection and seeds. Advanced Micro Devices — The chipmaking stock declined about 7%. AMD said that it sees first-quarter revenue landing at $9.8 billion, plus or minus $300 million, while analysts sought $9.38 billion. The company also called for first-quarter non-GAAP gross margin of about 55%, landing roughly in line with the consensus StreetAccount estimate of 54.5%. Clorox – The maker of Glad trash bags and Clorox bleach slid 2%. Adjusted earnings for the fiscal second quarter came in light, landing at $1.39 per share, while the LSEG consensus estimate sought $1.43 per share. Clorox said it still sees full-year gross margin being down 50 basis points to 100 basis points. Enphase Energy – The supplier of solar and battery systems jumped about 19%. Enphase Energy issued rosy guidance on revenue for the first quarter, calling for a range of $270 million to $300 million, versus the FactSet consensus of $262.2 million. Fourth-quarter adjusted earnings and revenue also beat estimates. Match Group – The maker of the online dating app saw shares jump 7%. Fourth-quarter earnings came in at 83 cents per share on revenue of $878 million, surpassing the LSEG consensus estimate for 70 cents per share and $871 million. The company said it expects full-year cash flow to range between $1.085 to $1.135 billion, topping the FactSet consensus of $955.4 million. Super Micro Computer – Sha...
(RTTNews) - Chase (JPM) and The Walt Disney Company (DIS) announced on Tuesday that they have launched the Disney Inspire Visa Card, a new premium card with a $149 annual fee, expanding the Disney Visa lineup. The card offers enhanced rewards, including Disney Rewards Dollars for spending on Disney resorts, cruises, theme park tickets, and streaming services. Cardmembers can earn higher rewards at...
(RTTNews) - Chase (JPM) and The Walt Disney Company (DIS) announced on Tuesday that they have launched the Disney Inspire Visa Card, a new premium card with a $149 annual fee, expanding the Disney Visa lineup. The card offers enhanced rewards, including Disney Rewards Dollars for spending on Disney resorts, cruises, theme park tickets, and streaming services. Cardmembers can earn higher rewards at Disney locations, gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants, and redeem them for Disney vacations, shopping, dining, movies, and airline purchases. New cardmembers can receive a $300 Disney Gift Card and a $300 statement credit with qualifying spend. JPM closed Tuesday trading at $314.85, up $6.71 or 2.18 percent on the New York Stock Exchange. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
A natural gas pipeline connecting to the proposed Delfin LNG project located offshore in southwestern Louisiana exploded Tuesday, according to the local emergency preparedness office. The blast on the 28-mile pipeline occurred while operators were performing routine maintenance, said Ashley Buller, assistant director at the Cameron Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness. Operators shut gas flows ...
A natural gas pipeline connecting to the proposed Delfin LNG project located offshore in southwestern Louisiana exploded Tuesday, according to the local emergency preparedness office. The blast on the 28-mile pipeline occurred while operators were performing routine maintenance, said Ashley Buller, assistant director at the Cameron Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness. Operators shut gas flows on the pipeline immediately after the explosion and had to flare the remaining fuel left between the valve and the point of the explosion, Buller said. One pipeline operator was injured, Buller said. Delfin Midstream , which owns the pipeline, could not immediately be reached for comment. The Delfin LNG project has not yet completed its planned fundraising nor started construction. Read More: LNG Developer Delfin’s Fundraising Set to Slip Into Next Year
(RTTNews) - Lumen Technologies (LUMN), a provider of communications and technology solutions, on Tuesday, has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. The company's operating revenue declined year-over-year, falling to $3.04 billion from $3.33 billion in the same period of 2024, a decrease of approximately 9%. Net loss was $2 million, compared to net income of...
(RTTNews) - Lumen Technologies (LUMN), a provider of communications and technology solutions, on Tuesday, has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. The company's operating revenue declined year-over-year, falling to $3.04 billion from $3.33 billion in the same period of 2024, a decrease of approximately 9%. Net loss was $2 million, compared to net income of $85 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. Basic and diluted earnings per share remained flat at breakeven, compared to earnings per share of $0.09 in the prior-year quarter. For the full year 2025, Lumen reported operating revenue of $12.40 billion, down from $13.11 billion in 2024. The company's net loss for the year widened to $1.74 billion, compared to a loss of $55 million in the previous year. Loss per share expanded to $1.75 from $0.06 in 2024. LUMN closed trading on Tuesday at $8.46 down $0.47 or 5.26 percent on the New York Stock Exchange. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Image source: The Motley Fool. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET Call participants President and Chief Executive Officer — Philip Brace Chief Financial Officer — Philip Carter Takeaways Revenue -- $1.035 billion, exceeding the high end of guidance, with mobile representing 62% of total revenue. -- $1.035 billion, exceeding the high end of guidance, with mobile representing 62% of total revenue...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET Call participants President and Chief Executive Officer — Philip Brace Chief Financial Officer — Philip Carter Takeaways Revenue -- $1.035 billion, exceeding the high end of guidance, with mobile representing 62% of total revenue. -- $1.035 billion, exceeding the high end of guidance, with mobile representing 62% of total revenue. Largest customer concentration -- Approximately 67% of revenue, consistent with the previous quarter. -- Approximately 67% of revenue, consistent with the previous quarter. EPS -- Diluted earnings per share of $1.54, $0.14 above the midpoint of guidance. -- Diluted earnings per share of $1.54, $0.14 above the midpoint of guidance. Gross margin -- 46.6%, with a gross profit of $482 million for the period. -- 46.6%, with a gross profit of $482 million for the period. Operating income and margin -- Operating income of $252 million, equating to a 24.3% operating margin. -- Operating income of $252 million, equating to a 24.3% operating margin. Operating expenses -- $230 million, at the low end of guidance, attributed to disciplined cost control. -- $230 million, at the low end of guidance, attributed to disciplined cost control. Free cash flow -- $339 million generated, reflecting a free cash flow margin of 33%. -- $339 million generated, reflecting a free cash flow margin of 33%. Cash and debt -- Ending balance of approximately $1.6 billion in cash and investments, with $1 billion in debt, supporting financial flexibility. -- Ending balance of approximately $1.6 billion in cash and investments, with $1 billion in debt, supporting financial flexibility. Dividend -- $106 million paid in quarterly dividends, with a declared $0.71 dividend per share for the next quarter. -- $106 million paid in quarterly dividends, with a declared $0.71 dividend per share for the next quarter. Broad markets segment -- 11% year-over-year revenue growth and 4% sequential growth, marking eight cons...
Happy Creek Minerals ( HPY:CA ) announced plans to change its name to Fox Tungsten. The company’s new trading symbol and effective date will be announced after regulatory approval is received. More on Happy Creek Minerals Ltd. Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on Happy Creek Minerals Ltd. Financial information for Happy Creek Minerals Ltd.
Happy Creek Minerals ( HPY:CA ) announced plans to change its name to Fox Tungsten. The company’s new trading symbol and effective date will be announced after regulatory approval is received. More on Happy Creek Minerals Ltd. Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on Happy Creek Minerals Ltd. Financial information for Happy Creek Minerals Ltd.
English Only: Florida Eliminates Foreign Language Options For Driver's License Testing Florida announced on Friday that all driver's license exams will be conducted in English only starting Feb. 6, and will end testing in other languages such as Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Russian, the state's Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles said. Vehicles travel along I-95 in Mia...
English Only: Florida Eliminates Foreign Language Options For Driver's License Testing Florida announced on Friday that all driver's license exams will be conducted in English only starting Feb. 6, and will end testing in other languages such as Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Russian, the state's Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles said. Vehicles travel along I-95 in Miami, Fla., on May 24, 2024. Joe Raedle/Getty Images The change applies to both commercial and non-commercial driver's licenses and permits . The move comes after federal authorities mandated last year that all commercial drivers be proficient in English to ensure safety - leading to 9,500 commercial truckers getting booted from service by December 2025 for failing proficiency checks. " This is a much needed step forward to protect Floridians ," said Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia in a post to social media. Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez agreed, writing on social media " This decision was made to strengthen roadway safety , ensure clear communication, and support consistent understanding of traffic laws across our state." That said, Fernandez acknowledged that this may be difficult for Floridians who don't speak English natively, writing "[As] an immigrant, I understand the challenges many in our community may face." As the Epoch Times notes further, Florida, in recent years, has increased restrictions on the issuing of driver’s licenses, citing an effort to combat illegal immigration. In 2024, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law legislation that stripped recognition of out-of-state licenses and identity cards issued to illegal immigrants and increased criminal penalties for driving without a Florida-recognized license. “We don’t give driver’s licenses to illegal aliens, which you shouldn’t,” DeSantis remarked at an event in March 2024. “This is going to be a deterrent for illegal immigration into the state of Florida.” Last August, an...
(RTTNews) - In a move to address consumer frustrations over rising food prices, PepsiCo (PEP), the global food and beverage company, has announced that it will reduce the prices of its popular snack brands by up to nearly 15%. The new retail pricing, which will include products like Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, and Tostitos, will be rolled out as early as this week, just in time for the Super Bowl sna...
(RTTNews) - In a move to address consumer frustrations over rising food prices, PepsiCo (PEP), the global food and beverage company, has announced that it will reduce the prices of its popular snack brands by up to nearly 15%. The new retail pricing, which will include products like Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, and Tostitos, will be rolled out as early as this week, just in time for the Super Bowl snack-buying season. The decision comes as shoppers have been rethinking their food budgets due to persistent inflation. In the snack aisle, many consumers have shifted to store brands or cut back on purchases altogether, following repeated price hikes by major food companies since the pandemic. PepsiCo Foods U.S. CEO Rachel Ferdinando stated that the company has been listening to consumers who have expressed financial pressure, adding, "People shouldn't have to choose between great taste and staying within their budget." As part of a deal with activist investor Elliott Investment Management, PepsiCo, whose portfolio also includes Gatorade and Quaker Oats, recently announced plans to lower prices, streamline its product lineup by about 20%, and focus on boosting sales in North America. The company reported that food volumes in North America fell 1% in the latest quarter, even as overall sales rose. CEO Ramon Laguarta noted that affordability remains the biggest barrier for low- and middle-income shoppers, prompting the company to balance price cuts with new product innovations. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
New York is creating a team of legal observers that will don purple vests to monitor and record the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement officers as they seek to detain and deport migrants, the state’s attorney general said on Tuesday. The announcement follows weeks of sometimes violent tumult in Minneapolis, where Donald Trump has deployed thousands of armed, masked agents as he tries t...
New York is creating a team of legal observers that will don purple vests to monitor and record the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement officers as they seek to detain and deport migrants, the state’s attorney general said on Tuesday. The announcement follows weeks of sometimes violent tumult in Minneapolis, where Donald Trump has deployed thousands of armed, masked agents as he tries to deport more migrants than any of his predecessors. The New York attorney general, Letitia James, said the state’s new legal observers would be volunteer employees from her office, trained to observe, without interfering, whether Trump’s immigration enforcement “remains within the bounds of the law”. “I am proud to protect New Yorkers’ constitutional rights to speak freely, protest peacefully, and go about their lives without fear of unlawful federal action,” James, a Democrat, said in a statement. “We have seen in Minnesota how quickly and tragically federal operations can escalate in the absence of transparency and accountability.“ The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, said James was putting New Yorkers in danger by not working with ICE. “ICE law enforcement wouldn’t have to be in the field in New York if we had state and local cooperation,” Tricia McLaughlin, a DHS spokesperson, said in a statement. Trump, a Republican, has reserved his most aggressive surges in immigration enforcement for states governed by his political opponents, particularly California, Illinois and Minnesota. New York is home to one of the biggest and busiest DHS field offices, but Trump has not announced any major enforcement surge in the state. He says the deportations of many migrants, including some who were legally admitted into the US, are necessary to reduce crime, although his argument is often contradicted by crime data. In Minneapolis, residents have come out in protest, many blowing whistles and recording video as immigration agents in military-style gear roam the stre...
(RTTNews) - Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) on Tuesday reported higher revenue and a narrower loss for the fourth quarter, compared with the same period last year. Total net revenue rose to $1.70 billion from $1.36 billion a year earlier, driven by stronger game revenue, which increased to $1.57 billion from $1.24 billion. Advertising revenue also edged up year over year. Despite higher...
(RTTNews) - Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) on Tuesday reported higher revenue and a narrower loss for the fourth quarter, compared with the same period last year. Total net revenue rose to $1.70 billion from $1.36 billion a year earlier, driven by stronger game revenue, which increased to $1.57 billion from $1.24 billion. Advertising revenue also edged up year over year. Despite higher operating expenses, the company reduced its net loss to $92.9 million, or $0.50 per share, from a net loss of $125.2 million, or $0.71 per share, in the December 2024 quarter. Loss from operations improved to $38.7 million, compared with an operating loss of $132.1 million a year earlier. TTWO closed trading on Tuesday at $212.17, down $9.64 or 4.35 percent on the Nasdaq. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.