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Qatar and U.S. Sign Strategic Declaration to Strengthen AI and Semiconductor Supply Chains
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
Qatar and the U.S. signed a strategic declaration in Doha to strengthen cooperation on AI, semiconductor supply chains and advanced digital infrastructure, supporting trusted ecosystem partnerships and supply chain resilience.
Ducati India Lines Up 10 Launches for 2026; Pricing Details to Follow
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Ducati India has confirmed 10 launches for 2026 across superbikes, touring and performance models. The year begins with the Panigale V4 R priced at ₹84.99 lakh.
Poland Repels Major Cyberattack on Power Grid Targeting Renewable Energy Communication Links
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
Poland repelled a major cyberattack targeting communication links between renewable energy installations and grid operators, officials said, as the government prepares a new “anti-blackout package” to strengthen power system cybersecurity.
UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti Expected to Step Down in April 2027 After Credit Suisse Integration: Report
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti is expected to step down in April 2027 after the bank substantially completes Credit Suisse integration by end-2026, according to reports. A succession race is now underway.
Delta Projects 2026 Earnings Growth, Orders 30 Boeing 787s to Expand Long-Haul Fleet
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
Delta expects earnings growth in 2026 as premium travel demand holds up and confirmed an order for 30 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to expand and diversify its long-haul fleet.
JP Morgan Expands India Presence With Mega Office Lease in Mumbai’s Powai
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
JP Morgan Services India has leased about 2.71 lakh sq ft at One Downtown Central in Powai, Mumbai, with a five-year rental commitment of around ₹612 crore, according to lease registration data.
TVS SCS Bags Three-Year Daimler Contract for In-Plant Warehouse Management in Chennai
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
TVS Supply Chain Solutions has won a three-year Daimler India Commercial Vehicles mandate to manage in-plant warehouse operations at DICV’s Chennai plant. The company will deploy about 700 staff and roll out IoT and analytics tools.
Tata Motors Ramps Up Capacity as Sierra Deliveries Near and Punch Facelift Debuts
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Tata Motors is ramping up production ahead of Sierra deliveries from Jan 15 and the Punch facelift launch priced from ₹5.59 lakh. The updated Punch adds a segment-first iCNG AMT as Tata targets higher clean-fuel penetration in 2026.
As EU Trade Deal Nears Completion, BMW Flags Risk of Chinese Carmakers Entering India via Europe
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
As India and the EU near a Free Trade Agreement, BMW warns weak safeguards could enable Chinese automakers to enter India via Europe. The carmaker proposes a €20,000–€30,000 price floor and stricter rules of origin.
Alphabet Briefly Joins $4 Trillion Club as Apple Taps Google Gemini to Power Next-Gen Siri
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Alphabet briefly crossed $4 trillion intraday after Apple confirmed a multi-year partnership that brings Google’s Gemini into future Apple Intelligence features, including next-gen Siri.
Investors Favour Energy and Infrastructure Over Big Tech for AI Exposure in 2026, BlackRock Says
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
BlackRock says AI investing in 2026 is shifting away from megacap tech and toward energy and infrastructure plays powering the data-center boom. A survey of 732 EMEA clients shows power providers leading investor preference.
Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Countries Trading With Iran as U.S. Steps Up Pressure
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Trump says the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran, expanding “secondary” economic pressure amid unrest in Iran and renewed geopolitical tension.

