... Foundation announced a collaboration with Visa and the launch of the Avalanche Card, a cryptocurrency card that allows users to make payments using AVAX and other cryptocurrencies wherever Visa cards are accepted. Previously, the platform integrated with Amazon Web Services (AWS), simplifying the deployment of Avalanche nodes and subnets in the AWS cloud environment. Furthermore, their partnership with JPMorgan within its blockchain platform Onyx emphasized the interest of traditional financial institutions ...

... enterprise automation) for approximately $2.85 billion, enhancing its products with artificial intelligence capabilities. In addition to these mega-deals, there are also less publicized acquisitions, particularly in AI and cybersecurity sectors. For example, Amazon has entered the race for advanced AI technologies by acquiring the startup Bee , which creates wearable devices with artificial intelligence capabilities (smart bracelets for recording and transcribing speech). Additionally, the fintech giant ...

... its presence in the U.S. market and combine accounting and payment services for small businesses. Apart from these mega-deals, nearly every week sees announcements of smaller strategic acquisitions, especially in AI and security sectors. For example, Amazon recently joined the race for AI technologies by acquiring startup Bee , which developed a wearable AI gadget (a smart bracelet that records and transcribes speech). There is also consolidation in fintech: large players prefer to acquire innovative ...

... industrial sector (automotive, metallurgy) remind us of limiting factors – high rates, trade barriers, and costs. Investors will need to closely monitor the progress of the earnings season, as several megacorporations (including Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta) are set to report their results next week. Their reports and forecasts may significantly shape market sentiment in mid-summer when financial authorities from leading countries also clarify the future course of monetary policy. A balanced ...

... revenue year-on-year) is expected amidst high costs and moderate demand. Commentary: For UPS, investor focus will be on updated guidance following last year’s labor dispute with the union. Rising courier wages and volume losses from large clients (e.g., Amazon) are pressuring margins. If UPS management reports better-than-expected results (e.g., driven by growth in express delivery or cost reductions) and reaffirms guidance, it could mitigate negative sentiment. However, weak financial results or pessimistic ...