News 5 February 2026 - 6 February 2026

Walmart stock price today: WMT rallies on Barclays target hike, then cools after hours
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Walmart stock price today: WMT rallies on Barclays target hike, then cools after hours

Walmart shares closed up 1.2% at $127.26 Tuesday after Barclays raised its price target to $132, then slipped 0.4% in after-hours trading. The move followed a quarterly report showing $190.7 billion in revenue and 24% global e-commerce growth. Investors are watching defensive retail stocks as consumer confidence rises but job market signals soften. Walmart forecast fiscal 2027 net sales growth of 3.5% to 4.5%.
February 25, 2026
Technology News 06.02.2026
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Technology News 06.02.2026

Angi Inc. will lay off 350 employees this quarter, citing AI-driven efficiency and projected annual savings of $70–$80 million. Valve says memory and storage shortages have delayed final shipping dates and pricing for Steam Frame and Steam Machine. The Premium Edition of Iconic Phones: Revolution at Your Fingertips is now shipping to U.S. and Canadian customers.
February 6, 2026
This black hole ate a star — and it’s still belching a brighter jet years later
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This black hole ate a star — and it’s still belching a brighter jet years later

A supermassive black hole 665 million light-years away is blasting an unusually persistent, bright radio jet years after shredding a red dwarf star, astronomers reported Thursday. The jet, monitored by telescopes in New Mexico and South Africa, continues to intensify and may peak in late 2026 or 2027. Researchers say the delayed, powerful outburst defies typical patterns seen after such stellar disruptions.
February 5, 2026
Coupang data leak widens again: 165,000 more users as US pressure builds
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Coupang data leak widens again: 165,000 more users as US pressure builds

Coupang confirmed personal data from 165,000 more users was leaked in a breach first reported last year. Seoul’s national security adviser said the fallout is affecting trade and security talks with Washington. A US House panel has subpoenaed Coupang for records in a probe of alleged discrimination against American firms. Coupang shares fell about 10% in US trading.
February 5, 2026
OpenAI’s GPT-5.3 Codex lands with a 25% speed boost — and bigger ambitions than coding
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OpenAI’s GPT-5.3 Codex lands with a 25% speed boost — and bigger ambitions than coding

OpenAI launched GPT-5.3-Codex on Thursday, claiming a 25% speed increase and improved performance on coding benchmarks. The update is live for paid ChatGPT users across multiple platforms. OpenAI says the model can handle longer, more complex coding and research tasks, and marks it as “High capability” in cybersecurity, with new safeguards and access checks for advanced users.
February 5, 2026
Memory chip shortage rattles Qualcomm and Arm after weak smartphone chip outlook
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Memory chip shortage rattles Qualcomm and Arm after weak smartphone chip outlook

Qualcomm and Arm Holdings shares fell after both warned a global memory chip shortage is squeezing smartphone production and weakening demand. Qualcomm forecast second-quarter revenue and profit below estimates, citing limited memory supply. Arm projected strong fourth-quarter revenue but warned future royalties could drop if shortages persist. Analysts expect the shortage to last through 2027.
February 5, 2026
Italy says it blocked Russia-linked cyberattacks on Milano Cortina Olympics sites and a U.S. embassy
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Italy says it blocked Russia-linked cyberattacks on Milano Cortina Olympics sites and a U.S. embassy

Italy blocked cyberattacks targeting its foreign ministry, an embassy in Washington, and Milano Cortina Winter Olympics sites, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Wednesday. He linked the attacks to Russian actors but gave no technical details. A U.S. official in Milan said no credible threats are tracked, though cyberattacks remain a daily risk as the Games open Friday.
February 5, 2026
Slovenia plans to ban under-15s from social media as Europe tightens rules on TikTok
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Slovenia plans to ban under-15s from social media as Europe tightens rules on TikTok

Slovenia’s cabinet approved guidelines to draft a law banning social media access for children under 15, Deputy Prime Minister Matej Arcon said Thursday. The education ministry will lead the process, with input from other ministries and experts. The move follows similar proposals in Spain and Greece. Arcon cited TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram as targeted platforms.
February 5, 2026
Germany just told Amazon to stop policing seller prices — and pay back €59 million
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Germany just told Amazon to stop policing seller prices — and pay back €59 million

Germany’s cartel office blocked Amazon from enforcing price caps on marketplace sellers and ordered the company to repay €59 million, citing abuse of market dominance. Amazon will appeal and says its German store will remain open. The watchdog used new 2023 powers and signaled more scrutiny for other platforms. About 60% of amazon.de sales come from independent sellers.
February 5, 2026
Spotify Adds Bookshop.org to Sell Physical Books in-App as “Page Match” Syncs Print and Audio
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Spotify Adds Bookshop.org to Sell Physical Books in-App as “Page Match” Syncs Print and Audio

Spotify will let users in the US and UK buy physical books through its app via Bookshop.org later this spring. The company is also launching Page Match, a feature that syncs print or e-book pages to the exact spot in an audiobook. Bookshop.org will handle pricing and shipping. Spotify plans to roll out Page Match to all audiobook users by February 23.
February 5, 2026
Sony lifts forecast after record profit as PS5 sales slide and sensors surge
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Sony lifts forecast after record profit as PS5 sales slide and sensors surge

Sony posted a record quarterly operating profit of 515 billion yen, up 22%, and raised its full-year forecast to 1.54 trillion yen. PlayStation 5 sales dropped 16% to 8 million units, but gaming profit rose 19% on software and network gains. The sensor division’s sales jumped 21%, while Pictures revenue fell 11%. Sony increased its share buyback plan to 150 billion yen.
February 5, 2026
SpaceX’s Starlink phone idea surfaces as IPO plans and new services take shape
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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
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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
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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
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