EU risks sovereignty over AI and cloud computing as SpaceX plans orbital data centres
February 10, 2026, 5:04 AM EST. EU officials warn that sovereignty over AI and cloud computing could hinge on SpaceX's push into orbital data centres. Elon Musk's SpaceX is acquiring his AI unit xAI, a move aimed at revenue and moving data centres into space. Experts say the shift would take decades; an ESPI report estimates a competitive, high-power orbital data centre is at least 20 years away. Data centres house servers and vast data; energy use and cooling are major costs. Proponents say space offers security because data travel to space and back is reduced. Critics caution on cost, reliability, and repair challenges, including radiation damage to electronics that shortens component lifespans. The roadmap hinges on Starship's reusability and launch cadence, otherwise orbital data centres stay speculative.
Investors pour billions into Europe's AI and defence start-ups
February 10, 2026, 4:44 AM EST. Investors are pouring billions into Europe's AI and defence start-ups, launching a wave of funding as firms chase faster product cycles and dual-use tech with export potential. Venture capital (VC) firms, sovereign funds and corporate backers have boosted late-stage rounds and seed rounds across the continent, with activity highest in the United Kingdom, Germany, France and the Nordics. Analysts say the money supports chip design, data-security, autonomous systems, and cyber-defence tools, even as policymakers tighten export controls and AI safety rules. Start-ups say the cash accelerates deployment in sectors from health to manufacturing, while some warn of overhype and competition from the United States and Asia. The trend underscores Europe's push to build homegrown AI capabilities alongside defence tech, helped by EU funding schemes and national incentives.
MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls to launch with 20 playable characters
February 10, 2026, 4:38 AM EST. MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls will launch with a 20 playable characters roster, per the game's updated Steam page. Eight fighters have been revealed, including Captain America, Doctor Doom, Ghost Rider, Iron Man, Ms. Marvel, Spider-Man, Star-Lord and Storm. The four-on-four brawler supports a 64-player online lobby and a single-player Episode Mode to explore team dynamics. Developed by Arc System Works with Marvel Games and backed by PlayStation Studios licensing, the game features an anime-inspired art style, interactive stages, and a mix of traditional and quick-input controls. It arrives on PS5 and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) in 2026, with 60fps gameplay and 4K visuals, plus DualSense support on PC with wired connection.
Galaxy S26 Ultra rumors rated: privacy display leads ahead of Samsung Unpacked 2026
February 10, 2026, 4:34 AM EST. A veteran mobile journalist weighs credible Galaxy S26 Ultra rumors ahead of Samsung Unpacked 2026 on Feb. 25. The piece rates items from best to worst based on potential upgrades vs the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Privacy Display is rated 8/10 and is already teased by Samsung; it aims to block sensitive data from onlookers without dimming the screen. The Better Low-Light Camera earns 7/10; a wider main-aperture and AI enhancements are expected to improve night shots and video. Faster 60W charging sits at 6/10; 60W would cut charging times versus the 45W cap, with a 30-minute 75% target cited by tipsters. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 power earns 5/10, signaling modest performance gains. Overall, upgrades look incremental but could still shift how the flagship competes with rivals; reader reaction welcome.
SWEAT app review: a decade with Kayla Itsines' fitness platform for women
February 10, 2026, 4:32 AM EST. Review of the SWEAT app, a women-focused fitness platform launched in 2017 by co-founder Kayla Itsines. The app offers a range of home or gym workouts, with and without equipment, and supports multiple trainers and programs. In testing, editors followed the Strength & Sculpt program with Katie Martin and the 3-Week Ab Burn plan, using the app daily to gauge structure, progression, and accessibility. Pricing includes a 7-day free trial, then $134.99 annually or $24.99 monthly; an annual plan currently bundles a six-month Calm subscription. Discounts appear around Black Friday and New Year. Reviewers note the platform suits users seeking guided, female-forward routines, with transparent schedules and progressive difficulty, though program variety depends on the trainer. Verdict: solid, long-term value for many users.
Pixel 9a discounted by up to $150 at Best Buy ahead of Pixel 10a launch
February 10, 2026, 4:28 AM EST. Best Buy slices the Google Pixel 9a price by $150 off unlocked or $250 off with Verizon or AT&T activation, delivering up to 50% savings on a budget Android. The sale precedes the Pixel 10a launch, with Google set to unveil the new model on February 18. The 9a starts at $499 before discounts and runs on Google's Tensor G4, pairing a 6.3-inch pOLED display, 8GB RAM, and more than 30 hours of battery life. It carries IP68 protection and seven years of software updates, rare in this price tier. Buyers can opt for trade-ins or carrier deals, but the Best Buy deal stands for unlocked devices. Preorder dynamics and additional offers typically emerge after the reveal.
SpaceX conducts Falcon 9 static-fire test ahead of Crew-12 launch to the ISS
February 10, 2026, 4:26 AM EST. SpaceX fired the nine Merlin 1D engines of its Falcon 9 for about 10 seconds in a static-fire test at Cape Canaveral's Space Launch Complex 40, a key step before the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The test occurred at 3:16 a.m. EST on Feb. 8 and aimed to validate vehicle systems ahead of flight. A future dry dress rehearsal will simulate launch-day operations. NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway, ESA's Sophie Adenot, and Roscosmos' Andrey Fedyaev will don upgraded flight suits before boarding the Crew Dragon Freedom. If all goes as planned, Crew-12 will spend about eight months in orbit. SpaceX will also use Landing Zone 40 to recover booster 1101 less than eight minutes after liftoff, marking the second human launch from the pad.
Could Sandisk stock be the next Nvidia?
February 10, 2026, 4:24 AM EST. Sandisk's stock has surged, rising about 1,200% in six months as demand for memory storage grows with AI. The company, spun off from Western Digital last year, posted strong January results: adjusted earnings per share of $6.20 on revenue of $3.03 billion, beating estimates. Shares are up roughly 145% in 2026, with a forward valuation near 15x expected earnings and a market cap around $86 billion. While the rise mirrors tech enthusiasm, analysts caution the stock could cool if sentiment sours or AI spending slows. Some investors compare it to Nvidia's growth period, but Sandisk trades well below Nvidia in market cap today. Risks include hype, price swings and the possibility of reversals; risk tolerance matters for potential investors.
Anthropic AI advances threaten to redefine India's IT outsourcers
February 10, 2026, 4:22 AM EST. Anthropic's new AI tools-promised as AI agents (autonomous software that can perform tasks with minimal human input)-could upend India's IT outsourcing model, which traditionally bills clients by the hour for manned services. Analysts say these tools enable organisations to do more with fewer workers, pressuring headcount and margins at services giants such as TCS and peers. The development adds to fears about a broader shift in the $300 billion sector as AI automates routine coding, testing and support work. Anthropic's moves come amid volatility in Indian stock reactions to AI breakthroughs, with investors watching whether outsourcing firms can pivot to higher-value offerings while managing headcount. The debate underscores a rapid pivot in enterprise tech services.
SpaceX space data centre plans could spark AI monopoly concerns, experts warn
February 10, 2026, 4:20 AM EST. SpaceX is pursuing space-based data centres to host AI workloads, a plan that could reinvent computing and edge access. The project would use satellite networks to host and move data, potentially giving SpaceX outsized influence over AI services. Experts warn the approach risks a de facto monopoly on high-end processing and raise antitrust and national-security questions. Analysts say the model would reshapes data traffic, latency, and regulatory oversight, while supporters argue it could untether AI from terrestrial bottlenecks. SpaceX says the goal is to accelerate AI adoption by bringing computing closer to users, though timing and cost remain uncertain.
Samsung weighs reintroducing variable aperture to challenge Huawei Pura 90 and iPhone 18
February 10, 2026, 4:18 AM EST. Samsung is reportedly exploring a reintroduction of variable aperture to Galaxy phones to challenge Huawei's Pura 90 and Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup. ETNews says Samsung has asked camera module partners to develop variable aperture tech, with samples from Samsung Electro-Mechanics and MCNEX circulating. The feature first appeared on the Galaxy S9/S10 in 2018-2019 but was dropped due to thickness and cost. Huawei has used it since the Mate 50 series (2022) to adjust light for day and night shots. Apple is expected to adopt the tech on the iPhone 18 Pro this year. Samsung's shift toward a physical aperture, rather than relying on megapixels and software, could reshape competitive dynamics.
Divisive reception for PS5 remake of Yakuza 3 with Dark Ties expansion
February 10, 2026, 4:14 AM EST. A PS5 remake of the 2009 PS3 title Yakuza 3, subtitled Dark Ties, arrives February 11, 2026, on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch, with a new DLC. OpenCritic shows a 75 score from critics and a 72% critics recommend, reflecting a divisive split. Reviews note a strong blend of drama and side quests but question whether the package matches the series' best entries. IGN's Tristan Ogilvie gave 7/10, calling it enjoyable but not as well-rounded as top entries. Nintendo Life's Oliver Reynolds scored 6/10, criticizing pacing and a controversial recasting. DualShockers' Usama Mehmood gave 7.5/10, torn between moments of brilliance and polarizing elements. ComingSoon's Tyler Treese, however, rated it 9/10, praising the Dark Ties expansion and added content as a fulfilling package.
Apple's rumored new MacBook due soon with A18 Pro chip and 12.9-inch display
February 10, 2026, 4:12 AM EST. Apple is rumored to unveil a brand-new MacBook without the Air or Pro suffix. Early leaks describe a 12.9-inch LCD display, smaller than the 13.6-inch MacBook Air, with likely no notch. The device is positioned as an entry-level model and reportedly runs an iPhone- and iPad-class A18 Pro chip rather than an M-series processor. The chip should handle web browsing, email, light gaming, photo editing and other basic tasks. Bold color options-blue, pink, yellow and silver-are anticipated per analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Pricing is projected around $699, well below the current $999 starting point of the MacBook Air. Launch timing remains unclear: Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says the model could debut in the first half of the year, while Jeff Pu has floated a release within weeks.
Quantum tech hits transistor moment, study says
February 10, 2026, 4:10 AM EST. Quantum technology has shifted from lab experiments to early real-world use, according to a Science paper by researchers at University of Chicago, Stanford, MIT, University of Innsbruck and Delft University of Technology. The authors say the field has reached a critical phase reminiscent of the transistor's debut, with functional systems in computing, communication and sensing. The study surveys six hardware platforms-superconducting qubits, trapped ions, spin defects, semiconductor quantum dots, neutral atoms, and optical photonic qubits-and uses large language models like ChatGPT and Gemini to estimate Technology Readiness Levels (TRL). TRLs measure maturity on a 1-to-9 scale; higher TRLs show more complete functionality, not guaranteed deployment. Real-world scale may require millions of qubits with lower error rates. Progress hinges on university-industry partnerships and coordinated efforts.
SpaceX to prioritize lunar city over Mars, Musk says
February 10, 2026, 4:08 AM EST. SpaceX will prioritize a lunar city over a Mars settlement, Elon Musk said on X. He argued a Moon base could be built within a decade, while acknowledging Starship delays complicate an earlier Mars timetable. The shift comes as NASA's Artemis III, which relies on Starship for a crewed lunar landing, has been pushed to 2028 at the earliest. Musk said SpaceX would resume pursuing Mars in five to seven years, but maintain that the Moon is a faster path to securing civilization's future. The move intersects with SpaceX's broader plans, including ties to xAI and a push to manufacture and launch satellites from the lunar surface, guided by the company's evolving strategy.
Why quantum computers haven't factored 21 yet
February 10, 2026, 3:54 AM EST. Despite marketing hype, practical quantum computers have not yet factored simple numbers like 21. Craig Gidney explains the bottleneck lies in the gate count required by Shor's algorithm and the overhead from quantum error correction. In 2001, factoring 15 reportedly used 21 two-qubit entangling gates; extrapolations suggest factoring 21 would need about 2,405 gates-roughly 115 times more. The challenge is not just algorithms but hardware: digital QCs require millions of physical qubits to break 2048-bit RSA, according to a recent paper by Dennish Willsch et al. The result keeps post-quantum cryptography discussions grounded, showing that current devices remain far from breaking conventional encryption without substantial advances.
DJI Power 2000 portable power station hits record-low price on Amazon Prime sale
February 10, 2026, 3:52 AM EST. Amazon Prime members can snag the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station at a record-low price. The unit packs a 2,048Wh battery and a 3,000W max output, enough to run home appliances such as fridges, kettles, and hair dryers. Weighing 48.5 lbs, it balances power with portability, with three standard AC outlets and a 30-amp RV/EV port. It also includes four USB-C and four USB-A ports, plus DJI's SDC charge ports for compatible drones. Recharging options cover AC outlets, auto sockets, or a 100W solar panel for off-grid use. The sale is exclusive to Amazon Prime members, with a 30-day free trial for new members.
AI adoption accelerates; Nvidia, Micron and TSMC beat estimates
February 10, 2026, 3:50 AM EST. Nvidia, Micron Technology and TSMC beat Wall Street estimates as AI demand remains robust. Nvidia posted sales of $57 billion and EPS of $1.30, above estimates of $54.7 billion and $1.23. Micron's revenue was $13.6 billion with diluted EPS of $4.78, topping forecasts of $13.2 billion and $3.77. TSMC revenue reached $33.7 billion, above $33.1 billion expected, with ADR earnings of $3.14 vs $2.82. Taken together, the results show these AI leaders translating adoption into shareholder value. Analysts say AI spending across platforms will rise into 2026, with Meta, Alphabet and Amazon signaling capex nearly doubling. The speed of adoption outpaces earlier forecasts, reinforcing the growth case for hardware and memory makers.
Heloise: Tablet replaces laptop for reading the newspaper
February 10, 2026, 3:48 AM EST. Heloise readers weigh how they consume news. One reader notes the debate over paper versus screens hits a personal note: many still shun reading the newspaper on a laptop to avoid coffee spills on the keyboard, but one reader now uses a tablet for daily news. The letter signals a quiet shift toward tablet reading as a compromise between tradition and convenience, combining the tactile habit with digital access. It illustrates a broader trend of multi-device consumption while preserving daily routine. In short: the tablet wins for this reader, not by replacing the ritual of the newspaper, but by enabling it on a portable screen.
AI helps Olympic skaters land quintuple jumps, MIT researchers say
February 10, 2026, 3:46 AM EST. MIT researchers Jerry Lu and Anette Hosoi are applying AI to figure skating. Lu's startup, OOFSkate, uses optical tracking to analyze a skater's jump and output metrics that help improve rotations and height, with comparisons to World Championship performances and suggested execution grades. The system aims to aid elite skaters and to help NBC Sports explain the sport's nuanced judging during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Hosoi notes AI tools like pose estimators can reconstruct skeletal motion from video, but depth remains a challenge with single-camera views. The pair discuss whether AI could eventually help judge the sport or simply coach it, and how close skaters might be to landing a quintuple.
Nebraska advances safety rules for AI chat tools to shield minors
February 10, 2026, 3:36 AM EST. LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Legislature is weighing two bills to curb risks as AI tools reach more homes. The Banking, Commerce, and Insurance Committee heard LB 1185, the Conversational Artificial Intelligence Safety Act, which requires clear disclosures, bans reward systems for continuous use, and bars presenting AI as professional mental-health care. It also requires crisis-referral protocols when users show distress. LB 1083, the Transparency in Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act, would compel the largest AI developers to publish safety plans and report incidents to the attorney general, without banning technology or prescribing technical rules. Testimony supported protections; a clinical psychologist warned AI chatbots are not therapists, and advocates cited youth-use statistics from MAMA. No one testified in opposition. Storer cited a 2025 California case of a teen harmed by ChatGPT.
SK Hynix's Chey and Nvidia's Huang discuss deeper AI collaboration over beer and chicken
February 10, 2026, 3:34 AM EST. Silicon Valley, Santa Clara – Over beer and fried chicken at a Korean restaurant, SK Hynix chairman Chey Tae-won and Nvidia founder Jensen Huang discussed deepening and broadening their AI partnership. The talks would align the world's top supplier of HBM (high-bandwidth memory) with the dominant GPU maker, potentially expanding supply arrangements and joint AI initiatives.
Apple Sport Loop Anchor Blue drops to $39 on Amazon
February 10, 2026, 3:32 AM EST. Amazon is selling the 46mm Apple Sport Loop in the Anchor Blue colorway for $39 shipped, a 20% cut from the $49 list price. It's one of the rarer discounts on the Sport Loop, with previous dips at $34 appearing only a few times. The band uses a double-layer nylon weave with skin-side cushioning that dries quickly, and it is carbon neutral. It contains 82% recycled yarn (some from discarded fishing nets) and 45% recycled content by weight; Apple says manufacturing electricity is powered by clean energy and shipments for carbon-neutral products are often made without airplanes. The hook-and-loop adjuster keeps fit quick and inclusive.
Wikipedia Defends Editors as Section 230 Debate Intensifies
February 10, 2026, 3:28 AM EST. To mark its 30th anniversary, the EFF interviews platform leaders about content complaints, moderation and user speech protections. Wikimedia Foundation, which operates Wikipedia, faced 304 takedown requests over two years historically and 664 in 2024, with four granted. Jacob Rogers, Associate General Counsel, leads Wikimedia's team handling legal complaints against content and editors, while defending Section 230 protections that let a volunteer-driven encyclopedia operate. Rogers cautions that weakening Section 230 could threaten reporting on living persons and current events, including sensitive depictions of religion; he notes that broader liability could chill important public information. He argues pseudonymity and editorial processes are essential to balance safety with free information; the interview was conducted by Joe Mullin of EFF.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ boosts value with 5G option and long software updates
February 10, 2026, 3:26 AM EST. Samsung's Galaxy Tab A11+ is an 11-inch Android tablet that pairs a MediaTek MT8775 processor with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, plus microSD expansion. It uses an 11-inch LCD with a 90Hz refresh, and hosts a rear 8MP camera and a front 5MP camera. A quad speaker system and a battery that lasts a full day add to the value. Samsung also offers seven years of software updates and a 5G model for cellular connectivity. The device shines most when discounted, offering strong value for those not chasing flagship specs.
Nothing teases Phone (4a) series; colorways hint at March launch
February 10, 2026, 3:24 AM EST. Nothing has begun a teaser campaign for the Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro, signaling a global launch in early March. The cryptic tweet hints at colorways, with dots in black, white, pink, yellow, and blue. Nothing has confirmed that at least one model will use UFS 3.1 storage, up from UFS 2.2 on the Phone (3a) family. Leaks point to Snapdragon 7-series chips powering the (4a) and (4a) Pro. EU Energy Label data lists a 5,080 mAh battery rating, likely marketed as a typical around 5,200-5,250 mAh, and a 50W charging ceiling. The post aligns with earlier Phone (3a) lines while keeping some details provisional.
Apple Studio Display 2 rumors point to 2026 launch with mini-LED and A19 Pro chip
February 10, 2026, 3:20 AM EST. Apple is eyeing a Studio Display 2 for release in the first half of 2026, with multiple rumors circulating. The current Studio Display, launched March 2022, is a 27-inch 5K LCD with 60Hz, up to 600 nits, built-in camera and speakers, and ports. Rumors say the successor could add mini-LED backlighting, HDR support, higher brightness and contrast, and a new A19 Pro chip for better performance and camera features. If timing holds, Apple could unveil the display by the end of June 2026. The report aligns with ongoing product cadence, though details remain unconfirmed and subject to change.
Avnet Insights: APAC engineers accelerate AI adoption across industries
February 10, 2026, 3:16 AM EST. APAC AI adoption is accelerating, with Avnet's fifth Insights survey showing more than half of engineers globally shipping AI-enabled products (56%), a 33% year-over-year rise. In APAC, China leads large-scale deployment, while Japan emphasizes reliability. These regional strengths, plus shifting priorities in India, are shaping Asia-Pacific's tech evolution. Top applications remain process automation (42%), predictive maintenance (28%), and fault/anomaly detection (28%), as engineers blend Edge AI with machine learning (ML). Some 64% globally say they prioritize Edge AI and ML equally, signaling growing multi-modal AI use. Challenges persist: data quality (46%) and ongoing maintenance (54%). Talent investment in model optimization (17%) and data analysis (16%) aims to turn complexity into competitive advantage.
KOSÉ to show how quantum computing could shape future cosmetics at PCHi 2026
February 10, 2026, 3:12 AM EST. At PCHi 2026 in Hangzhou, March 18-20, KOSÉ will discuss how quantum computing-based algorithms can speed cosmetic formulation. In advance, Shun Obikane, a Data Scientist in KOSÉ's Advanced Technology Research Laboratory, describes how quantum approaches explore vast candidate formulations in parallel, beyond traditional, experience-driven methods. Obikane notes that the technology can uncover combinations that even seasoned developers miss, while acknowledging that human oversight remains essential as decisions shift to deeper knowledge and critical thinking. Since 2021, he has led materials informatics work for formulation design and developed a proprietary quantum-computing-based automatic formulation generation algorithm, applied to Decorté's AQ Pore Blackhead Dissolver. KOSÉ intends to push research value in beauty through quantum computing and AI, though automation will complement rather than replace human expertise.
Multi-Carrier Internet Backup Redundancy Tests Fragile Connectivity
February 10, 2026, 3:10 AM EST. Millions faced a phone outage Monday as calls failed, texts stalled, and data slowed. The incident underscored how modern life runs on connectivity and how most users rely on a single network path. Industry observers say outages are no longer rare anomalies but routine tests of systems not designed to be invisible. The piece argues for redundancy: deploying multi-carrier links, diversified infrastructure, and contingency planning so critical services: healthcare, payments, public safety, and emergency alerts remain reachable during failures. Natural disasters and routine disruptions expose the fragility of current models, where a fiber cut or carrier outage can isolate communities. The author frames internet access as foundational infrastructure, not a productivity tool, with safety and real-time information at stake when networks go down.
Embark's ARC Raiders nudges players toward cooperation with Shared Watch Event
February 10, 2026, 3:06 AM EST. Embark Studios is running a Shared Watch Event in ARC Raiders from Feb. 10-24 to steer players toward cooperating against ARC machines. Rewards flow from Merits, earned by damaging ARC enemies, unlocking items, Raider Tokens, and progress toward a cosmetic set called The Slugger. The aim is to reward collaboration rather than force it with strict matchmaking, while patch notes will reveal more system details. The program seeks to re-engage PvP-focused players and possibly attract new ones by making teamwork loot-driven rather than mandatory. ARC Raiders supports cross-play across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, enabling players on all platforms to join forces or clash, as desired.
NASA Artemis II launch date pushed to March 2026
February 10, 2026, 3:04 AM EST. NASA now expects the Artemis II crewed lunar mission to launch no earlier than March 2026, after a wet dress rehearsal exposed issues likely scrapping the 8 February target. Earlier dates of 6 and 7 February were ruled out because cold weather and winds at Kennedy Space Center pushed the test back. The program's official earliest date remains 8 February for now, but officials signal a possible March delay. The multi-step preparations include the fully stacked Space Launch System and Orion on Launch Pad 39B, with rollout completed January 17 and final integration moving ahead. The crew – Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen – will perform a pad walkdown before liftoff. Artemis II is the first crewed SLS/Orion flight; Artemis III would follow with a lunar landing.
Tesla Eyes U.S. Solar Cell Expansion, Musk Targets 100-GW Power Push For AI Data Centers
February 10, 2026, 3:02 AM EST. Tesla is accelerating a U.S. solar-cell push alongside its AI and robotaxi ambitions. The company is weighing a Buffalo, New York expansion that could lift capacity to about 10 gigawatts and has discussed a second site in New York, Bloomberg reported. The site search also includes Arizona and Idaho, with Tesla Vice President Bonne Eggleston leading hiring for domestic solar manufacturing. Musk has said Tesla aims to produce 100 gigawatts of solar cells per year to power data centers on Earth and in space, a target that would dwarf current U.S. capacity. Analysts say the plan could redefine the energy landscape as AI drives demand for power. Wedbush's Daniel Ives sees the robotaxi push expanding to 30-35 U.S. cities and contends the strategy could add long-term value, potentially lifting Tesla toward a $2 trillion market cap by 2026.
Riot Games trims about half of 2XKO development team as layoffs hit
February 10, 2026, 2:58 AM EST. Riot Games is trimming about 80 roles at its 2XKO development team, roughly half of the game's global staff. The cut was confirmed to Game Developer as Riot adjusts after expanding from PC to console. In a blog post, Executive Producer Tom Cannon said 2XKO has a loyal core audience, but momentum hasn't justified a team of that size long term. The console launch occurred last month. Riot said plans for its 2026 competitive season remain unchanged and that it will try to reassign affected employees to other roles within the company where possible.
MnXPb-Pb Heterostructure Hosts Electrically Programmable Majorana Networks
February 10, 2026, 2:56 AM EST. Researchers report a symmetry-protected route to higher-order topological superconductivity in MnXPb-Pb heterostructures (X=Se, Te). The work shows Majorana corner modes-Majorana zero modes (MZMs), quasiparticles that are their own antiparticles-emerge at interfaces between superconducting and magnetic regions in a two-dimensional MnXPb2/Pb stack. By combining first-principles calculations with an effective boundary model, they demonstrate robust corner localization and electrical control over fusion and braiding in a triangular geometry, without external magnetic fields. The result points to MnXPb as a scalable platform for programmable Majorana networks, enabling purely electrical manipulation of quantum states in a compact, two-dimensional device.
Amazon's Trainium chips disrupt Nvidia's hold as AWS expands AI hardware
February 10, 2026, 2:44 AM EST. Amazon is expanding its AI hardware play, deploying 1.4 million Tranium2 chips in data centers and planning Tranium3. The custom silicon, alongside Graviton CPUs, has helped lift a reported annual run rate for Amazon's AI chips to about $10 billion and is growing at more than 100% year over year. Amazon claims Tranium offers 30% to 40% better performance-per-dollar than comparable GPUs from Nvidia. Anthropic uses Tranium2 to train and run Claude models, illustrating a future where competition narrows the edge of Nvidia's dominance. AWS is ramping up capex toward $200 billion this year, monetizing capacity as fast as it installs it. Nvidia remains the leading AI accelerator maker, but the AI-hardware race is tightening.
ServiceNow deepens Anthropic AI push as shares slide and buybacks rise
February 10, 2026, 2:40 AM EST. ServiceNow expands its collaboration with Anthropic, rolling out Claude AI models across the company and its platform. The move yields internal productivity gains, including shorter sales-prep times and stronger developer support. New enterprise deals with Fiserv and Panasonic Avionics widen adoption in financial services and aviation tech. Management also boosts the share buyback authorization to $9.5 billion, signaling confidence in the balance sheet. The stock traded around $103.87 as of the latest session, with a 12% weekly drop and a year-to-date decline near 30%. Investors will watch whether AI-enabled workflows translate into durable adoption and revenue gains across the ecosystem, even as the software sector faces AI-related disruption fears. The AI-first positioning continues to push deeper into CRM and industry-specific use cases.
Tem raises $75 million Series B to remake electricity markets using AI
February 10, 2026, 2:38 AM EST. Tem, a London-based energy-tech startup, closed a $75 million Series B led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from AlbionVC, Allianz, Atomico, Hitachi Ventures, Revent, Schroders Capital and Voyager Ventures, sources say. The round values Tem at more than $300 million and will fund expansion to Australia and the United States, starting with Texas. Tem runs two linked businesses: Rosso, an AI-powered energy transaction engine that matches generators and buyers by predicting supply and demand; and RED, a neo-utility that tests Rosso's value. The aim is to cut intermediaries and labor costs to align prices with wholesale costs. Tem's customers include Boohoo, Fever-Tree and Newcastle United FC. Co-founder and CEO Joe McDonald says profitability is under control and Tem intends to go public someday. TechCrunch reported the exclusive.
Nvidia developing a 'very high-end' RTX 50 series GPU for 2026, says Overclocking.com
February 10, 2026, 2:34 AM EST. Overclocking.com reports Nvidia is building a new 'very high-end RTX 50 series' graphics card due in Q3 2026. The card is said to be unrelated to the suspended RTX 50 SUPER line, with production rumored to begin in a small batch and to ship primarily as a Founders Edition. Speculation centers on whether the chip will be the RTX 5090 Ti or a TITAN Blackwell, and officials concede certainty is low. The project aims to satisfy demand for extreme performance, as limited editions like ASUS' ROG RTX 5090 Matrix have sold out. Pricing is expected to be sky-high, reflecting its ultra-premium positioning. Nvidia could be seeking to unlock Blackwell's potential with a high-end, exclusive release.
UNECE draft global regulation could clear path for Tesla FSD in Europe and Asia
February 10, 2026, 2:22 AM EST. Reuters – In a move that could accelerate Tesla's rollout of Full Self-Driving features in Europe and Asia, the UNECE has adopted a draft Global Regulation on Automated Driving Systems. The framework shifts from prescriptive rules to a Safety Case, requiring manufacturers to prove outcomes and safety relative to a human driver. If adopted in June 2026, the rule would create a single standard recognized across UNECE member states (about 50), simplifying approval and reducing reliance on patchwork national rules. Tesla had relied on national exemptions in several EU countries; the new approach could let the company seek UNECE approval and launch across many markets at once. The US NHTSA and major markets like China and Japan are watching for alignment.
Google Home fixes long-standing glitches, adds smart-button triggers
February 10, 2026, 2:20 AM EST. The latest Google Home update addresses long-standing complaints, notably a persistent video-not-available message on Nest cameras. Google calls it a "foundational fix." The issue has frustrated users for years, limiting the cameras' security value. The update also adds smart buttons as automation triggers, giving a physical control the system previously lacked compared with rivals. While voice and app controls remain central, buttons provide practical appeal, though early results are mixed. Looking ahead, the biggest asks include local storage and streaming options for cameras, including Nest Cam, a feature unlikely to arrive soon. In the near term, hardware upgrades-new smart speakers and displays-appear as the next frontier. Reader input is invited in comments or on the 9to5Google forums.
SK chief meets Nvidia CEO in US to discuss HBM, AI cooperation
February 10, 2026, 2:18 AM EST. SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won met Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in the United States to discuss HBM supply and broader AI partnerships, industry sources said Monday. The meeting, reportedly held at a California fried chicken restaurant, covered supply plans for HBM4, the next-generation memory likely to back Nvidia's upcoming Vera Rubin AI accelerator. SK hynix, a key Nvidia memory supplier, says mass production of HBM4 is under way in line with customer schedules, though demand may outpace supply. Samsung Electronics is also expected to begin HBM4 production later this year. Industry sources estimate SK hynix could hold roughly 70% of the HBM4 market this year. The talks also touched SK Group's plan to expand into AI solutions beyond memory chips. Chey has remained in the U.S. for meetings with major tech firms.
Elon Musk's xAI opens Bellevue engineering hub as OpenAI expands nearby
February 10, 2026, 2:16 AM EST. Elon Musk's xAI is establishing a Seattle-area engineering center in Bellevue, in a ~25,000-square-foot space on the 8th floor of Lincoln Square South at 10400 NE 4th St. The move follows Musk's September pledge to open an outpost in the region. The lease makes xAI the latest AI player in Bellevue, which is also home to OpenAI's expansion to about 300,000 square feet at City Center Plaza, roughly a 10-minute walk away. Founded in 2023, xAI is known for Grok, its AI chatbot tied to X. The news comes weeks after SpaceX disclosed an acquisition of xAI valued at about $250 billion, a deal that closed after the tenant filing. Seattle-area listings show salaries from $180,000 to $440,000 for roles ranging from CUDA/GPU kernel work to image, video, and world-model development, signaling a true AI-model hub.
DigiCert Q4 2025 RADAR: Internet under sustained pressure as peak demand becomes the norm
February 10, 2026, 2:14 AM EST. DigiCert's Q4 2025 RADAR Threat Intelligence Brief shows the internet operating under sustained pressure. Traffic remains elevated for weeks, with no clear off-peak window during busy periods. Background activity-DNS failures, NXDOMAIN requests, automated scanning and probing-stays higher than normal even outside events. DDoS attacks are longer in duration as attackers apply prolonged strain. For always-on markets like Singapore, this means planning for continuous load instead of spikes. The RADAR data draws on trillions of events from DigiCert's security platform (UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect and UltraWAF). Seasonal activity coincides with rising malicious activity, reinforcing the need for layered, resilient security. Manual, reactive approaches don't scale when load is sustained; persistent scanning and misconfiguration elevate security and availability risks.
Onyx Boox Page: Android apps unlock versatility on a 7-inch E Ink tablet
February 10, 2026, 2:12 AM EST. An Onyx Boox Page 7-inch E Ink tablet sells for about $250 and runs a simplified version of Android 11, letting users install apps such as Kindle, TikTok, and Google Docs. Proponents say the device blends reading with lightweight productivity, addressing a common weakness of dedicated e-readers and note takers like Kindle and ReMarkable 2. By enabling Android apps, readers can add notes in Docs or Keep, browse with Chrome, and research without switching devices. The OS isn't up to date, and app experiences can be hindered by the slow refresh of E Ink when streaming video. YouTube and Instagram are possible but with friction. The tablet ships with a flip case and a sturdy magnet system, and overall the author finds it suits readers who want a modicum of expanded capabilities.
Samsung hints at Feb. 25 Galaxy S26 Unpacked date
February 10, 2026, 2:08 AM EST. Samsung's Gulf arm hints at an Unpacked date for the Galaxy S26 family. An official post on the X account points readers to a contest whose linked PDF Terms and Conditions outline two phases: Part one runs until February 24, Part two begins February 25 and continues "during and after Galaxy Unpacked." While not a formal invitation, the timing aligns with widely circulated rumors that the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra debut at a late-February event. Samsung has not issued a standalone invitation, and the company cites the PDF as the source. The confirmation remains unofficial, but the date window strongly suggests a February Unpacked unveiling.
Stellantis sells Windsor battery stake to LG for $100 as EV outlook dims
February 10, 2026, 2:02 AM EST. Stellantis is selling its 49% stake in NextStar Energy to LG Energy Solution for about $100, ending a project meant to spark Canada's first large-scale battery plant in Windsor. The facility, designed to employ up to 2,500 people and produce more than 45 gigawatt hours annually, has drawn roughly $3.7 billion (about $5 billion CAD) in investment since its 2022 inception. Stellantis calls the move a strategic decision and says it will continue to source battery products from NextStar Energy. The shift comes as EV adoption lags forecasts, federal tax credits were curtailed in the U.S., and tariffs weighed on margins, prompting automakers to realign. Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa said the deal strengthens Windsor's viability and supports the company's electrification roadmap; LG executives highlighted capacity utilization and long-term growth.
Apple Swift Student Challenge opens for submissions with 350 winners, 50 Distinguished Winners to visit Cupertino
February 10, 2026, 2:00 AM EST. Apple has opened submissions for its Swift Student Challenge, inviting student coders to submit project playgrounds for a chance to win among 350 winners. An additional Distinguished Winners cohort of 50 will travel to Apple in Cupertino for three days. Entries close February 28. Eligibility varies by country; in Malaysia the minimum age is 16. Applicants must be enrolled in or recent graduates from an accredited institution or homeschool, or part of a STEM curriculum, or recent graduates awaiting college acceptance. Submissions must be an app "playground" created in Swift Playground 4.6 or Xcode 26 and delivered as a single ZIP in .swiftpm format; content must be in English. Apple urges creativity; past winners emphasize planning, storytelling and engagement with judges.
Op-ed warns weakening Section 230 would chill online speech
February 10, 2026, 1:56 AM EST. An op-ed in the Daily Journal argues that Section 230 immunity remains the best bulwark for free expression online. It says the 30-year-old provision shields intermediaries from most civil suits over user content, enabling real-time publishing on platforms from blogs to social networks. The piece contrasts this with two untenable alternatives: stripping all protection or tying immunity to a duty of care, both of which risks suppressing user-generated content and stoking chilling effects. It notes critics' calls for more limited, knowledge-based rules ignore practical realities and reflect broader international experience with common-law standards. Proponents say preserving Section 230 is essential to keep millions of people publishing thoughts, photos and jokes online.
Apple TV brings back Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and For All Mankind with new seasons
February 10, 2026, 1:54 AM EST. Apple TV+ will bring back two of its top sci-fi titles. Monarch: Legacy of Monsters returns for season 2 on February 27, expanding the Legendary MonsterVerse with Godzilla and Kong. Critics praised the human-centered storytelling and a strong score on Rotten Tomatoes (87%); Apple has already greenlit a Wyatt Russell-led spinoff. For All Mankind, the long-running alternate-history space drama, returns on March 27 for season 5. Creator Ronald D. Moore steers the show through the 2010s and beyond, with familiar faces plus new regulars like Mireille Enos and Costa Ronin. Seasons 1-4 are available on Apple TV+. The service costs $12.99 per month, with Apple One bundles offering discounts. Which titles are your favorites? Share in the comments.
Riot Games lays off about 80 from 2XKO after launch
February 10, 2026, 1:50 AM EST.Riot Games is laying off about 80 employees on the 2XKO team, roughly half the unit behind the fighting game that launched its 1.0 version on PC and consoles on January 20. In a blog post, Riot said momentum hasn't reached the level needed to sustain a team of this size long term, even as it commits to key improvements and ongoing community support through tournament organizers and local fighting-game groups. Executive producer Tom Cannon wrote that the decision wasn't taken lightly and noted engagement trends since expanding from PC to console. Riot will help affected staff through the transition, including potential opportunities within Riot and a minimum of six months' notice pay and severance where applicable. The 2026 Competitive Series plans remain unchanged.
Study finds AI intensifies workloads in AI-enabled workplaces
February 10, 2026, 1:48 AM EST. An eight-month study described in Harvard Business Review by UC Berkeley management professor Aruna Ranganathan and PhD student Xingqi Maggie Ye finds that generative AI tools did not reduce work so much as expand it. In a firm of about 200 employees, workers moved at a faster pace, tackled a broader range of tasks, and logged more hours, often without being asked. AI use was not mandated; tools were simply available. The roles studied-engineering, coding, and Slack-based communications-were largely knowledge workers who used tools like Claude Code. Participants broadened their responsibilities, sometimes coaching others or correcting peers' work, and hiring was deferred as workloads grew. Altman's comments about faster idea generation echo the experience, though interpretations differ.
Pixel popping sound issue spans multiple models as Google stays silent
February 10, 2026, 1:44 AM EST. Several users report a loud popping sound from Google's Pixel line, dating back to the Pixel 6 and persisting across models such as the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro. The noise appears at random when opening or closing apps, sometimes with the volume off. The issue extends to the Pixel 7 Pro, reported to occur during TikTok use. Google has not issued a public statement; responses on forums range from the camera stabilization system's floating element to hardware or software explanations. Some users fixed it by lowering volume; others describe it as a broader fault involving power regulators or MOSFETs. No official timeline for a fix has been provided.
Windrose eyes containerized AI data center with BESS in two shipping containers
February 10, 2026, 1:30 AM EST.Windrose CEO Wen Han promoted a mobile data center and battery energy storage system (BESS) in a single concept, pairing two standard shipping containers on a Windrose R700 truck. The post, titled Windrose = AI = energy in a box, floated a container of batteries alongside one of servers and cooling equipment. Han used Google Gemini-rendered images to illustrate the idea, prompting questions about feasibility. The artwork, watermarking and all, shows a 4×2 trailer, though Windrose has publicly shown a 6×2 configuration in past trucks. The concept echoes a containerized BESS Volvo system unveiled at Bauma last year-designed to power off-grid sites and mobile offices. Journalists noted the speculative nature of the concept; readers were invited to comment with ideas. Source: Windrose via LinkedIn.
Zuckerberg doubles down on California AI drive with $50 million donation to Sacramento State University
February 10, 2026, 1:24 AM EST. Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are steering the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative toward biomedical AI research. The couple pledged $50 million to Sacramento State University to fund state-of-the-art STEM labs and an AI center. Gov. Gavin Newsom tied the gift to the redevelopment of three vacant Capitol Mall office buildings into a downtown campus with student housing and new academic spaces. The donation comes amid a California debate over a proposed one-time wealth tax that has spurred several billionaires to relocate their residences. Zuckerberg has not publicly addressed the tax, but he and Meta continue investing in California, supporting biotech and tech talent through the Biohub network and campus projects. Newsom says it builds a talent pipeline for local tech jobs.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab A11+ hits best price yet at Amazon, from $210
February 10, 2026, 1:22 AM EST. Amazon cuts the Galaxy Tab A11+ to $210 shipped, the first cash discount on the base model. The 128GB and 256GB variants are available at Amazon, with discounts up to $100; Walmart had offered around $219 on the 128GB. Samsung is also offering trade-in credits up to $100, though there are no direct deals on the official site. The 11-inch tablet features a metal unibody with IP52 dust/water resistance, a 90Hz 1920×1200 display, and the MediaTek MT8775 chipset with up to 6GB RAM. Storage goes to 256GB. Dolby Atmos quad speakers provide enhanced audio for family-friendly streaming and light gaming.
The Sideload 021: Building a healthier smartphone relationship
February 10, 2026, 1:20 AM EST. Will and Damien Wilde of 9to5Google dissect how people relate to their devices in The Sideload, episode 21. They explore smartphone addiction, the pull of social media, and ways to reclaim time with technology, including healthier second screen options and the value of Do Not Disturb modes. The discussion touches on shifting web dynamics, mindful tech use, and the role of theaters and offline experiences in a world of constant connectivity. The hosts share personal insights about how their own patterns have evolved as new features and apps reshape attention, while offering practical takeaways for listeners seeking a calmer digital life.
Cloud Computing Theme: Microsoft MSFT in Focus as Azure Drives Growth
February 10, 2026, 1:08 AM EST. Cloud computing means on-demand access to computing resources-servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics and AI-over the Internet on a pay-per-use basis. This shift from on-premises infrastructure boosts agility and scalability. In Microsoft MSFT, the Intelligent Cloud segment, including Azure, posted 31% year-over-year revenue growth to $32.9 billion, though gross margin narrowed as the company intensified AI investments. Investors remain wary of the AI rally and seek tangible results from cloud bets. The Cloud Computing thematic list, built by Zacks, spotlights hardware, software and services that enable cloud services and the networks that support them. The approach combines long/short ideas and relies on the Zacks Rank; stocks within the theme aren't firm recommendations but a starting point for trend exposure.
Six Android launchers that beat your default home screen – most are free
February 10, 2026, 1:06 AM EST. Android launchers let you replace the default home screen. The article reviews six top options that vary in features, style, and price. A new launcher can refresh the feel of a phone and may speed up access to apps. Installable from the Google Play Store, most launchers are device-agnostic, but some are tied to a specific OS or device. You can run multiple launchers, but keep the original as a fallback. Storage space limits how many you can try. The piece highlights Olauncher for minimalists, and notes that many alternatives offer different designs and behaviors to suit preferences. The takeaway: experiment, then remove if you don't like it; customization remains a core strength of Android.
Best Buy cuts $250 on Apple Watch Ultra 2, opens Ultra 3 deals for President's Day sale
February 10, 2026, 1:00 AM EST. Best Buy has kicked off its 2026 President's Day sale with thousands of discounts, including $250 price drops on all black configurations of the Apple Watch Ultra 2. The titanium watch-featuring black finishes such as Ocean Band, Alpine Loop and Trail Loop-is now listed around $549 from the original $799. The retailer also features Apple Watch Ultra 3 deals, with new units down to roughly $549 and select open-box models available at up to $150 off. Notable open-box offers include a Black Alpine Loop Ultra 3 at about $132 off and a Black Trail Loop at $150 off, both backed by a 1-year Apple warranty. The deals cover new and open-box units, with colors like Black and Dark Green across lines.
Apple's USB-C Magic Mouse drops to $68 in limited sale
February 10, 2026, 12:56 AM EST. Apple's USB-C Magic Mouse is back on sale, offered at $68, about $11 off its usual price of $79 and a 14% discount. The deal applies only to the white model. The multi-touch mouse debuted in 2009, with a 2015 refresh and a 2024 upgrade adding USB-C connectivity. It is rechargeable, supports gesture controls, and pairs with Mac automatically when plugged in via USB. It can also work with an iPad over Bluetooth and with Windows PCs, though some features may be limited. The design, by Jony Ive, places the charging port on the underside, rendering it unusable while charging. Rumors of a broader redesign surfaced in 2024 but have not materialized.
iPhone designer Jony Ive blasts Tesla-style car touchscreens as 'easy and lazy'
February 10, 2026, 12:54 AM EST. Ferrari previews the Luce cockpit with input from Jony Ive and Marc Newson, partners at LoveFrom. Ive criticizes the trend of large, all-in-one touchscreens in cars, calling them unnecessary and distracting. He says drivers shouldn't have to look at a screen to operate functions, noting the design creates layers that complicate driving. The designers propose using many smaller screens instead of a single giant display to make the cabin feel more integral. Newson calls a big screen gratuitous and risky in a car. Ive warns that multi-touch has been adopted across industries, sometimes irresponsibly. The remarks came during a Ferrari roundtable around the Luce reveal, underscoring a debate over interior design trends in automotive tech.
Musk says recruiting top engineers to Texas remains difficult, especially for Starbase
February 10, 2026, 12:52 AM EST. Elon Musk says it's tough to recruit tech talent to Texas, and harder to lure engineers to SpaceX's Starbase. It's like a technology monastery thing, remote and mostly dudes, he said. He noted California still leads in hiring, despite moving HQs to Texas, with Austin helping but most engineering staff still in California. Spouses are often unwilling to relocate to the isolated Starbase area, Musk added. He contrasted Starbase with other Texas sites and said recruiters face a significant other problem. He also described Apple's bid to poach Tesla talent and outlined a broader challenge of retaining engineers when relocation is required. The remarks came during a Cheeky Pint podcast about talent and competition.
Shizuku AI to build cross-platform AI companions in Japan; seed round led
February 10, 2026, 12:48 AM EST. Akio Kodaira, then a UC Berkeley Ph.D. student, launched Shizuku, an AI VTuber that chats in Japanese and English and performs in real time via a Live2D avatar. What began as a hobby grew into a proof of concept for a broader vision: an AI lab in Japan dedicated to creating AI companions and characters that thrive on audience feedback. Kodaira coalesced cutting-edge work like StreamDiffusion, a real-time image generator capable of >90 fps, with an open-source project that earned thousands of GitHub stars and was published at ICCV 2025. Shizuku AI plans multilingual voice synthesis, richer dialogue, and cross-platform presence (Discord, YouTube, X) to fuel a community that helps shape the character. A seed round is led by the backer, backing this community-driven approach.
Safer Internet Day: Five tips for safe, effective learning
February 10, 2026, 12:46 AM EST. On Safer Internet Day, five practical steps help students, parents and educators keep learning safe and effective. Set smart boundaries with default protections like SafeSearch and Family Link for school hours and privacy. Foster critical thinking with Guided Learning in Gemini, guiding learners through problems rather than shortcuts. Teach teens to spot AI content using the SIFT method-Stop, Investigate, Find better coverage, Trace claims-and use image context and SynthID watermarks. Involve guardians with YouTube supervised accounts and parental insights on channel activity, backed by new content quality principles. Build digital citizenship by teaching online safety and respectful behavior, aligned with Be Internet Awesome resources to counter cyberbullying.
CATL tests Naxtra sodium-ion battery in -50°C cold to unlock EV markets
February 10, 2026, 12:44 AM EST. CATL says its Naxtra sodium-ion battery can run in ultra-cold conditions, with winter testing at -50°C in Inner Mongolia and plans to put the cells into mass-produced passenger cars this year. The tests are conducted with Changan Automobile Group to broaden EV reach into harsh climates, including Antarctica. Ouyang Xiaolong, chief engineer for passenger-car tech, told the South China Morning Post that the cells have demonstrated cold-weather viability. The effort follows China's slower EV growth in 2025, with gains concentrated in milder coastal cities, according to the China Passenger Car Association. Analysts such as Ethan Zhang at Nomura note sodium-ion offers better low-temperature performance, safety and material access, but lags lithium-ion in energy density and cycle life.
Dual-architecture quantum simulations bridge derived categories and fault-tolerant hardware
February 10, 2026, 12:40 AM EST. Scientists at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani propose a dual-architecture framework to simulate morphisms and stability in the bounded derived category, a framework from algebraic geometry used in D-brane physics. They realize two physically distinct paths: Parameterised Quantum Circuits (PQCs) on standard qubits and a Topological Quantum Computing (TQC) approach using Fibonacci anyons modeled via SU(2)3 tensor categories. In the PQC route, slope functionals and stability constraints become variational observables, turning derived morphisms into unitary evolutions and producing quantum-corrected Chern class inequalities with deformation terms. The TQC path employs braid group representations to implement functors, such as spherical twists, in a fault-tolerant sequence of braid operations. Together, the work builds a pipeline to study categorical stability and homological algebra directly on quantum hardware, bridging theory and practice.
OpenAI wins key discovery ruling in AI copyright case over pirated-books datasets
February 10, 2026, 12:36 AM EST. OpenAI won a bid to overturn a ruling that could have exposed internal communications and exposed it to large damages in a copyright fight over pirated-book data. The case centers on a 2018 OpenAI employee who downloaded books to build two datasets-books 1 and books 2-used to train discontinued GPT models. A magistrate judge had found that OpenAI waived attorney-client privilege by denying willful infringement and thus opened a path to privileged material in discovery. OpenAI appealed, hiring Lisa Blatt to argue the case. On Friday, a federal court reversed, keeping internal communications shielded and curbing access to state-of-mind evidence. The decision narrows a key battleground in lawsuits against AI companies over copyright and training data.
NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 completes dry dress rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center
February 10, 2026, 12:32 AM EST. NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 completed a key prelaunch step with a dry dress rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The crew-Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway, ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev-practiced suit-up, pad transit, and boarding without fueling the rocket. Countdown operations, spacecraft access, and emergency egress checks were run and reported on track. A prelaunch briefing with NASA officials and partners discussed the mission and a weather-driven launch date adjustment. Launch is now targeted for no earlier than Feb. 12 at 5:38 a.m. EST from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft. Updates will follow on the mission blog and NASAKennedy channels.
Nvidia Poised to Benefit as AI Spending Surges; Stock to Gain
February 10, 2026, 12:26 AM EST. Nvidia looks set to ride a wave of AI spending reshaping corporate budgets. The company dominates the GPU market for AI data centers, with about 90% share that helps drive rising revenue and profits. In its latest quarter, Nvidia reported a 62% jump in sales to $57 billion and a 67% rise in diluted EPS to $1.30, as demand for Blackwell processors and cloud GPUs stays strong. Management says the AI ecosystem is scaling faster, with more foundation-model makers and startups adopting Nvidia tech. Projections point to trillions of dollars in annual AI infrastructure spending by 2030. Big cloud players-Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon-have lifted capex to expand AI compute, underscoring Nvidia's secular growth path.
Aqua Computer's Ampinel load-balancing GPU adapter on sale after three-month delay
February 10, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. Water-cooling maker Aqua Computer says its Ampinel12V-2×6 adapter is now on sale after a three-month delay. The device, designed to monitor and protect GPUs from power-related meltdowns, features a six-channel load balancer that redistributes current across six 12V lines in real time if any contact exceeds 7.5A. The product is currently out of stock and priced at €99.90 ($119), up from €79.90. Aqua Computer cited a broader feature set and added development work for the price rise and delay; hardware and overall design remain unchanged. The Ampinel includes a 128×64 OLED display, a buzzer up to 85 dB, RGB indicators, and extensive firmware/software controls via Aquasuite, with independent safer-operations like emergency shutdown and eight-stage alarms. Some say it should have been built into Nvidia GPUs at the start.
Anthropic AI safety leader exits, publishes departure letter
February 10, 2026, 12:16 AM EST. An Anthropic AI safety leader has left the company and published an exit letter describing the move. The letter flags concerns about governance and safety priorities amid rapid AI development and signals a wish to pursue work outside the firm. Anthropic confirmed the departure but offered limited comment on internal dynamics. The episode comes as the industry grapples with risk and governance standards for powerful models. Analysts say such exits can reflect shifts in strategy or risk tolerance at leading labs. The letter's tone was candid, underscoring ongoing friction between fast deployment and safety discipline in the field.
Bay Area founder uses AI to help families plan long-term care costs
February 10, 2026, 12:08 AM EST. Bay Area entrepreneur Lily Vittayarukskul, named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list, built Waterlily, an AI platform that helps families model and plan for long-term care costs. The tool starts by collecting basic demographic, medical and financial data, then predicts future care needs in three tiers-early, moderate and full care-emphasizing home care over nursing facilities. The company says the AI can show how family members would step in and model claim scenarios from hundreds of thousands of quotes to inform financial planning. Vittayarukskul built the algorithm to account for healthcare inflation and local costs. Her motivation stems from caring for an aunt with terminal cancer at 16, which she says nearly bankrupted her family. Waterlily launched about two years ago and has attracted clients including financial planners.
Rivian developing Apple Watch app for vehicle controls
February 10, 2026, 12:04 AM EST. Rivian is developing an Apple Watch app that would let owners lock and unlock cars, adjust cabin temperature and windows, sound alarms, and set a charging target, extending even to 2021-2024 models. The feature mirrors, but on a watch, the existing Apple Car Key capability used by iPhone and Apple Watch since 2020. RivianTrackr's notes on a 2026.03 software update show the companion watch app alongside a new iPhone app. The release hinges on iOS app version 3.9, not yet in the App Store. Rivian previously rejected CarPlay in favor of its own interface, a stance the company has yet to change as this watch app moves forward.
