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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Fed Chair Standoff: Probe Halts Key Nomination

A criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell ignites a fierce Washington battle. Senator Thom Tillis blocks Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed Chair. He demands resolution of the DOJ investigation first. Treasury Secretary Scott…

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M&A

SpaceX Navigates IPO, xAI Turmoil, and Global Probes

SpaceX eyes a massive IPO, possibly $1.5 trillion. Dual-class shares are under consideration. This follows SpaceX's acquisition of xAI. xAI itself sees co-founder exits and a major reorganization. The AI firm also faces regulatory probes…

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Music Interactive Movies Reshape Entertainment Landscape Text: OOVIE Studios secures CHF 150,000 from Venture Kick. They pioneer Music Interactive Movies, revolutionizing classical music engagement. These interactive films dynamically evolve in real time, responding directly to musical interpretation and audience input. This ground-breaking innovation redefines conventional performances. The critical funding accelerates key business development and the "OO App," which empowers anyone to create visuals directly from music. OOVIE Studios effectively bridges music events and major brands, forging new avenues for audience connection. Their advanced technology offers truly immersive, unrepeatable experiences, significantly expanding artistic reach and delivering fresh multimedia entertainment. It marks a pivotal step forward for the global music industry.

Classical music faces a critical challenge. Younger audiences seek dynamic experiences. Conventional performances often fall short. They lack immersive elements. This limits broad appeal. It stifles new generation connections. A clear gap…

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Funding

Manufact Secures $6.3M to Power Next-Gen AI Infrastructure

Manufact, a San Francisco-based innovator, secured $6.3 million in seed funding. This crucial investment, led by Peak XV, propels its mission. The company builds vital AI infrastructure. It powers sophisticated AI agents through the Model…

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U.S. Job Market Shows Mixed Signals Amid January Surge

U.S. job growth surged in January 2026, adding 130,000 nonfarm payrolls. Unemployment fell to 4.3%. This beat market expectations. The positive report offers a glimmer of hope. However, economic experts express caution. Gains focused…

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Funding

Ever Secures $31M Series A to Revamp Auto Retail with AI

Ever, an AI-native auto retail platform, closed a $31 million Series A funding round. Eclipse led the investment. Total capital now approaches $100 million. Ever addresses the fragmented $1.2 trillion U.S. auto market. Its proprietary AI…

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Global Celebration: CCTV-4 Unveils Spring Festival Extravaganza

CCTV-4's "Legendary Chinese Festival: Spring Festival 2026" offers a unique global spectacle. It provides exclusive backstage access to the Spring Festival Gala. Performers share aspirations for the Year of the Horse. The program airs…

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