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Accenture (NYSE:ACN) has agreed to acquire Faculty, a prominent U.K.-based AI services and products firm, in a move that signals a major escalation in the global consulting giant's push toward "applied AI."

Himax Technologies (NASDAQ:HIMX) and Vuzix Corporation (NASDAQ:VUZI) have jointly introduced a new optical reference design for augmented reality (AR) glasses, marking a major step toward making smart eyewear as wearable as traditional frames.

Oculis Holding AG (NASDAQ:OCS) shares climbed today after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to Privosegtor (OCS-05), a first-in-class neuroprotective candidate for the treatment of optic neuritis.

The designation, announced January 6, 2026, marks a major milestone for the Swiss biotech as it targets a $7 billion U.S. market for optic neuropathies.

Calumet (NASDAQ:CLMT) released a preliminary fiscal 2025 update on Tuesday, signaling a major turning point in its effort to repair a stretched balance sheet.

Despite projecting a net loss between $69 million and $12 million, the Indianapolis-based specialty products maker highlighted a significant reduction in restricted debt and a "transformed" outlook for its high-growth renewable energy subsidiary.

Natera (NASDAQ:NTRA) announced a significant clinical breakthrough today, revealing that its pivotal Phase III ALTAIR trial successfully reached statistical significance following a reclassification of patient data.

Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE:BR) has completed its acquisition of Acolin, a Zurich-based leader in cross-border fund distribution and regulatory services.

The deal, finalized on January 6, 2026, significantly bolsters Broadridge’s footprint in the European asset management market and integrates specialized compliance technology into its global fintech stable.

Hyundai plans to roll out human-like robots across its factories as global manufacturers race to adopt automation.

Chrystia Freeland is leaving Canada’s parliament to take on an advisory role with Ukraine’s president.

Nvidia’s chief executive says AI growth is fuelling a sharp surge in global demand for computing resources.

Bill Miller IV and other analysts say Bitcoin is showing signs of renewed strength amid regulatory and institutional support.

US IPO performance trailed the broader market in 2025 as several crypto and AI debuts disappointed investors.

Ethereum staking sentiment has strengthened as validator exits dry up and entry queues surge.

Nicolás Maduro is in U.S. custody, yet markets barely flinched as Wall Street stayed risk-on and the Dow Jones Industrial Average pushed to fresh highs.

South Korea’s president has sought to reset relations with China during a rare state visit to Beijing.

A 243-kilo Pacific bluefin shattered records at Tokyo’s New Year auction, selling for ¥510 million (US$3.2m) at Toyosu Fish Market.

The Trump administration is rolling back federal child care funding rules as officials cite fraud concerns and freeze payments.

US-listed crypto stocks rallied sharply as Bitcoin and other major tokens pushed the broader market higher.

Coinbase stock surged after Goldman Sachs upgraded the company, highlighting its expanding role in crypto infrastructure and services.

Bitfinex analysts say expanded US oil access in Venezuela could eventually ease electricity costs for Bitcoin miners worldwide.

Mark Kelly has vowed to push back after the defence secretary moved to review his military rank and pension.

Nicolás Maduro and his wife have denied US narco-terrorism charges during their first court appearance in New York.

US regulators have cut the list of vaccines routinely recommended for all children, citing international comparisons and public trust concerns.

TD Cowen warns US crypto market structure rules may not pass until 2027, with full implementation pushed to 2029.

xAI is under fire after users exploited Grok to create non-consensual deepfakes while the company defended its free speech stance.