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SpaceX’s Starlink phone idea surfaces as IPO plans and new services take shape

SpaceX’s Starlink phone idea surfaces as IPO plans and new services take shape

SpaceX announced its Stargaze service to track low-Earth orbit traffic using Starlink satellites. Sources say the company is developing a Starlink-connected phone and direct-to-device internet. Starlink generated an estimated $8 billion profit on $15–16 billion revenue in 2025, making up most of SpaceX’s earnings. SpaceX is also preparing for a possible IPO later this year.
February 5, 2026
UK turns to Microsoft for deepfake detection as Grok probes widen

UK turns to Microsoft for deepfake detection as Grok probes widen

Britain will work with Microsoft and researchers to develop a system for detecting deepfakes online, officials said Thursday. The government is launching a standardized testing framework to evaluate detection tools as deepfake content surges, with estimates of up to 8 million cases expected in 2025. The UK privacy watchdog has also opened a probe into xAI’s Grok chatbot over concerns about harmful AI-generated images.
February 5, 2026
Pentagon urged to probe SpaceX over possible Chinese ownership — why it’s suddenly a flashpoint

Pentagon urged to probe SpaceX over possible Chinese ownership — why it’s suddenly a flashpoint

Democratic senators have asked the Pentagon to investigate SpaceX after reports that Chinese investors secretly acquired stakes in the company through offshore entities. The lawmakers cited national security risks tied to SpaceX’s military launches and Starlink operations. They requested a review of foreign-ownership regulations and a possible CFIUS investigation. The Defense Department was asked to respond by February 20.
February 5, 2026
China’s OpenClaw alarm: Beijing flags hack risks as the viral AI agent spreads

China’s OpenClaw alarm: Beijing flags hack risks as the viral AI agent spreads

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology warned Thursday that misconfigured OpenClaw AI agent deployments could expose users to cyberattacks and data leaks. The ministry urged audits and tighter controls but did not ban the software. Chinese cloud firms have rushed to offer OpenClaw hosting since November. Researchers recently found malware-laced add-ons in its ClawHub marketplace.
February 5, 2026
Amazon AWS CEO says space data centers are ‘pretty far’ off as Musk bets on orbital AI

Amazon AWS CEO says space data centers are ‘pretty far’ off as Musk bets on orbital AI

AWS chief Matt Garman called orbital data centers uneconomical due to high rocket and launch costs. Elon Musk, after merging SpaceX and xAI, said “space-based AI is obviously the only way to scale” and filed plans for up to 1 million AI-focused satellites. Google and Blue Origin are also exploring space-based computing. No clear timeline for these projects has been disclosed.
February 4, 2026
Super Bowl LX braces for AI cyberattacks with Wi‑Fi 7 overhaul and a “cyber command center”

Super Bowl LX braces for AI cyberattacks with Wi‑Fi 7 overhaul and a “cyber command center”

The NFL and San Francisco 49ers opened a cyber command center at Levi’s Stadium ahead of Super Bowl LX to monitor for AI-driven threats. Cisco installed nearly 1,500 Wi‑Fi 7 routers as the stadium prepares for over 35 terabytes of fan data uploads. The upgrade includes a new data center and expanded network capacity for 65,000 attendees. Security teams say AI attacks are a growing concern this year.
February 4, 2026
Roblox’s new ‘4D’ AI turns text prompts into drivable game objects — and it’s live in beta

Roblox’s new ‘4D’ AI turns text prompts into drivable game objects — and it’s live in beta

Roblox on Wednesday launched a beta AI tool called “4D creation” that generates interactive in-game models from natural-language prompts. The company says the tool, powered by its Cube foundation model, lets users create items like drivable cars. Early testers created over 160,000 objects and saw play time rise in one game by 64%. The beta starts with only two object types available.
February 4, 2026
Why Infineon just added €500 million to its 2026 investment plan for AI data centres

Why Infineon just added €500 million to its 2026 investment plan for AI data centres

Infineon raised its planned FY2026 investment to €2.7 billion, up €500 million, to expand chip manufacturing for AI data centers. The company expects AI-related revenue to reach €2.5 billion by FY2027, up from €1.5 billion this year. CEO Jochen Hanebeck said spending will accelerate the Dresden Smart Power Fab launch. Infineon cut its free cash flow forecast to €1.0 billion.
February 4, 2026
U.S. senators move to police synthetic DNA sales as bioweapon fears sharpen

U.S. senators move to police synthetic DNA sales as bioweapon fears sharpen

Two U.S. senators introduced the Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026, requiring the Commerce Department to regulate synthetic DNA sales and screen orders for dangerous genetic sequences. The bill mandates audits, red-teaming, and penalties up to $750,000 for violations. It also proposes a federal list of “sequences of concern” and a NIST “governance sandbox” for oversight.
February 4, 2026
Uber stock slides as profit outlook misses, CFO exit and robotaxi push grab attention

Uber stock slides as profit outlook misses, CFO exit and robotaxi push grab attention

Uber forecast first-quarter adjusted earnings of 65 to 72 cents per share, below analysts’ 76-cent estimate, sending shares down about 5%. The company raised its gross bookings outlook and plans to launch robotaxi services in Madrid, Hong Kong, Houston, and Zurich. CFO Prashanth Mahendra-Rajah will step down, with Balaji Krishnamurthy named as his successor.
February 4, 2026
Amazon’s AI Studio heads to Hollywood: March test aims to speed up TV and film production

Amazon’s AI Studio heads to Hollywood: March test aims to speed up TV and film production

Amazon MGM Studios will launch a closed beta of new AI tools for film and TV production in March, led by executive Albert Cheng. Results are expected by May. The initiative comes as Hollywood faces rising costs and job insecurity. Amazon says humans will remain involved, but some in the industry fear automation could threaten jobs.
February 4, 2026
Cerebras lands $1B at $23B valuation as AI chip buyers look beyond Nvidia

Cerebras lands $1B at $23B valuation as AI chip buyers look beyond Nvidia

Cerebras Systems raised $1 billion in a late-stage funding round led by Tiger Global, lifting its valuation to about $23 billion, nearly triple its September figure. Major AI firms are seeking alternatives to Nvidia for inference chips, driving investor interest. Cerebras recently rejected acquisition offers from Nvidia and secured a commercial deal with OpenAI.
February 4, 2026
Nvidia’s $20B OpenAI bet: Huang talks IPO as $100B fundraise takes shape

Nvidia’s $20B OpenAI bet: Huang talks IPO as $100B fundraise takes shape

Nvidia is close to investing about $20 billion in OpenAI as part of a funding round that could value the ChatGPT maker at $830 billion, according to sources. OpenAI is seeking up to $100 billion in new funding. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang confirmed plans to invest and downplayed reports of tension between the companies. Talks are ongoing and terms could still change.
February 4, 2026
Robot Dog Climbs Mount Etna to Sniff Volcanic Gases — Here’s What It Found

Robot Dog Climbs Mount Etna to Sniff Volcanic Gases — Here’s What It Found

ETH Zurich researchers sent a four-legged robot equipped with a mass spectrometer onto Mount Etna to autonomously sample volcanic gases in hazardous areas. The robot achieved up to 100% autonomy in some missions but struggled with wind and rough terrain, which scattered gas plumes and sometimes required manual control. The system detected sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, and five out of eight helium sources.
February 4, 2026
Ford-Geely talks could put Geely EVs on Ford’s European lines

Ford-Geely talks could put Geely EVs on Ford’s European lines

Ford and China’s Geely are in talks about Geely producing vehicles at Ford’s European plants, with Valencia, Spain, seen as a leading option, according to sources. Negotiations also cover collaboration on vehicle technology, including automated driving. Ford sent a team to China this week to advance discussions. Any deal could help Geely avoid EU tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles.
February 4, 2026
Waymo and Tesla tell Congress: Act now on self-driving cars — or China sets the rules

Waymo and Tesla tell Congress: Act now on self-driving cars — or China sets the rules

Waymo and Tesla executives, joined by U.S. senators, are pressing Congress to pass stalled self-driving car legislation, warning that delays could let China set global standards. The Senate Commerce Committee will hold a hearing Wednesday as federal safety investigations and recent incidents raise concerns. Waymo reports 200 million autonomous miles and lower crash rates; Tesla cites improved safety data from its Full Self-Driving system.
February 4, 2026
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