Government Shutdown - The federal government shutdown is nearing a resolution, with a vote expected soon, which could lead to a short relief rally in the markets [2] - Economic data releases are paused, and agencies are under strain, but market performance has been better than anticipated [2] IREN & Opendoor Earnings - Irēn Ltd. reported quarterly revenue of $240.3 million, a year-over-year increase of over 350%, with net income of $384.6 million, marking a significant turnaround from previous losses [3] - The company is progressing on its partnership with Microsoft, with AI data center construction underway and first-phase activation expected in 2026, although near-term revenue is primarily driven by mining [3] - Opendoor reported Q3 revenue of $915 million, exceeding consensus, but faced compressed margins and a loss of $0.12 per share, leading to a 15% decline in stock price after hours due to cautious forward guidance [5] Elon Musk's Pay Package - Tesla shareholders approved Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package, which aligns his compensation with the company's long-term performance and growth in AI, robotics, and EV manufacturing [6] - The approval reflects investor confidence in Musk's vision, although it raises discussions about governance and scale [6]