News 4 February 2026 - 5 February 2026

Figma stock price drops 5% and slips after-hours as insider sales surface; AI credits in focus
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Figma stock price drops 5% and slips after-hours as insider sales surface; AI credits in focus

Figma shares fell 5.1% to $24.75 Monday and slipped another 0.3% after hours, with volume more than doubling the average. SEC filings showed stock sales by the chief accounting officer and general counsel under pre-set trading plans. The drop followed a broader selloff in software stocks and investor focus on Figma’s upcoming AI pricing changes in March. The stock is down about 80% since its July 2025 IPO.
February 24, 2026
Pentagon urged to probe SpaceX over possible Chinese ownership — why it’s suddenly a flashpoint
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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
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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
iPhone 17 Pro Max Tops 35-Phone Battery Test — Even Without the Biggest Battery
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iPhone 17 Pro Max Tops 35-Phone Battery Test — Even Without the Biggest Battery

CNET’s test of 35 smartphones ranked the iPhone 17 Pro Max first for battery life, outlasting rivals with larger batteries. The standard iPhone 17 tied the OnePlus 15 for second place despite a much smaller battery. Apple led brand-average scores in the same test, according to reports. The iPhone 17 Pro Max used a 5,088 mAh battery, while the iPhone 17’s 3,692 mAh cell matched the OnePlus 15’s 7,300 mAh.
February 5, 2026
Apple Watch’s new watchOS 26 “wrist flick” trick can silence calls and clear alerts fast
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Apple Watch’s new watchOS 26 “wrist flick” trick can silence calls and clear alerts fast

Apple’s watchOS 26 adds a “wrist flick” gesture to dismiss notifications, calls, timers, and alarms without touching the screen. The feature works on Apple Watch Series 9, Ultra 2, SE 3, and newer, but requires an iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26. Apple says the gesture uses motion sensors and machine learning to detect movement. The wrist flick can be toggled in settings and won’t work when Water Lock is active.
February 5, 2026
Redmi’s water-reveal Hindustan Times ad goes viral as Note 15 Pro pushes durability and 200MP camera
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Redmi’s water-reveal Hindustan Times ad goes viral as Note 15 Pro pushes durability and 200MP camera

A Hindustan Times print ad for Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro series reveals its price only when splashed with water, using invisible ink. Redmi demonstrated the effect to media before launching the interactive ad in Gurgaon. The Note 15 Pro+ 5G and Note 15 Pro 5G launched in India on Feb. 4, starting at 29,999 rupees. Both feature 200-megapixel cameras, silicon-carbon batteries, and high water-resistance ratings.
February 5, 2026
Google teases Pixel 10a ahead of Feb. 18 pre-orders as leaks point to new colors
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Google teases Pixel 10a ahead of Feb. 18 pre-orders as leaks point to new colors

Google will open pre-orders for the Pixel 10a on Feb. 18, revealing a flush rear camera and a blue-purple color option in its teaser. No pricing or technical specifications have been announced. CEO Sundar Pichai referenced the device during Alphabet’s earnings call, linking it to Google’s AI efforts. A release date for in-store availability remains unconfirmed.
February 5, 2026
Apple’s next MacBook Pro launch may be close as macOS 26.3 hits release-candidate stage, OLED redesign tipped for late 2026
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Apple’s next MacBook Pro launch may be close as macOS 26.3 hits release-candidate stage, OLED redesign tipped for late 2026

Apple released the macOS Tahoe 26.3 release candidate to developers, signaling a public launch is near. Rumors point to new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips arriving between February and March. Supply-chain reports indicate an OLED MacBook Pro redesign is planned for late 2026. Retailers report low MacBook Pro inventory ahead of the expected refresh.
February 5, 2026
Microsoft Copilot hits roadblocks as users drift to ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini
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Microsoft Copilot hits roadblocks as users drift to ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini

Microsoft’s Copilot saw its share among U.S. paid AI subscribers fall to 11.5% in January 2026, down from 18.8% in July, while ChatGPT held 55.2%, according to Recon Analytics. The Wall Street Journal reports Copilot faces branding and integration issues. Microsoft says daily active users of Copilot have risen tenfold year-over-year, with 15 million paid seats. Alphabet plans a sharp increase in AI capital spending in 2026.
February 5, 2026
Apple Studio Display 2 leak hints at odd 90Hz refresh rate — not the 120Hz many expected
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Apple Studio Display 2 leak hints at odd 90Hz refresh rate — not the 120Hz many expected

Leaked code suggests Apple’s next Studio Display could feature a 90Hz refresh rate, MacRumors reported Wednesday. Shipping estimates for some models now extend into late February and early March, fueling speculation of an imminent update. Rumors also mention mini-LED backlighting, HDR support, and an A19-class chip, but Apple has not confirmed any new model.
February 5, 2026
Technology News 05.02.2026
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Technology News 05.02.2026

T-Mobile is offering two unadvertised plans with lower prices for existing customers, according to The Mobile Report. The “Experience More with Appreciation Savings” plan cuts line costs by $10–$20 compared to standard rates but reduces trade-in value. A second “Loyalty Plan” exists, though details are limited. Eligibility varies and plans are not widely promoted.
February 5, 2026
Amazon AWS CEO says space data centers are ‘pretty far’ off as Musk bets on orbital AI
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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