GameStop has proposed to acquire eBay for $125 per share, payable in a combination of cash and GameStop common stock. GameStop currently owns 25,000 eBay shares and holds economic exposure to an additional 33,497,000 shares through put/call option transactions. The proposal is non-binding and subject to negotiation, a definitive agreement, and regulatory approvals, including the HSR Act.

Einride, a digital, electric, and autonomous freight technology company, announced its intent to go public through a business combination with Legato Merger Corp. III, valuing Einride at $1.8 billion. This transaction aims to accelerate Einride's global expansion and further its mission in the electric and autonomous freight sector, leveraging its proven technology, commercial traction, and regulatory achievements. The combined company will continue to expand its operations, serving over 25 enterprise customers and scaling autonomous deployments in key markets like the United States.

CoStar is currently testing a large LED display on its new 26-story office tower in downtown Richmond. The display, which uses a solar-powered LED glass system, will show patterns, holiday themes, and AI-generated nature scenes, visible from a distance. The tower is part of a larger complex including retail space and restaurants, expected to open soon, with restaurants following early next year.

Zacks Research has increased its FY2026 EPS estimate for Jack Henry & Associates (NASDAQ:JKHY) to $6.83, surpassing the consensus of $6.75 per share, and the company also provided FY2026 EPS guidance of $6.78-$6.87. Analyst sentiment remains largely positive, with a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating and an average target price of $192.08. Insiders, including the CFO and CEO, recently increased their holdings in the company.

Citic Securities has updated its price target for Analog Devices (ADI) to $450, a significant increase from its previous target of $295. The firm has concurrently maintained an "Add" rating on the stock. This adjustment reflects a positive outlook on Analog Devices by Citic Securities.

Stratasys announced an agreement to acquire MarkForged, Inc. from Nano Dimension for $42.5 million in cash. This acquisition aims to strengthen Stratasys' position in high-demand manufacturing, particularly in aerospace, defense, and industrial production, by integrating MarkForged's FFF solutions and continuous carbon fiber technology. The deal is expected to enhance Stratasys' product portfolio, software capabilities, materials offering, and go-to-market network, leading to accretion and cost synergies within the first year after closing.

Roundview Capital LLC significantly increased its stake in Netflix, Inc. by 903.2% in the fourth quarter, now holding 61,900 shares valued at approximately $5.8 million. Other major institutional investors like Vanguard Group Inc. and Baillie Gifford & Co. also boosted their positions, with hedge funds and institutions collectively owning 80.93% of the stock. Despite significant insider selling by executives such as Reed Hastings and Theodore Sarandos, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus with an average price target of $114.82.

King Wealth Management Group significantly increased its stake in Netflix (NFLX) by 8,778.7% during the fourth quarter, now holding 37,912 shares valued at approximately $3.56 million. Other hedge funds also boosted their Netflix holdings. Despite recent insider selling, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for Netflix, which recently reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings with strong revenue growth.

This article discusses the rise of "micro-dramas" or "vertical films" on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, which are launching new stars into Hollywood. These short, vertically filmed videos often follow familiar tropes and are designed to capture viewers' attention quickly. While snippets are on social media, full micro-dramas are available on dedicated platforms like ReelShort and DramaBox, often at a higher subscription cost than traditional streaming services, indicating a booming industry.

The Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO) is implementing an AI-based power grid management system to reduce annual electricity procurement costs by approximately $73.4 million. This initiative aims to improve efficiency and stability by overhauling its grid demand forecasting model with AI and optimizing STATCOM operations, addressing challenges like structural changes in electricity consumption and transmission bottlenecks. The upgraded system is expected to save 60 billion won from improved demand forecasting and an additional 50 billion won from optimized STATCOM operations.