Technology 6 February 2026 - 7 February 2026

Super Bowl AI ad feud: Anthropic targets OpenAI’s ChatGPT as China launches reusable spacecraft
···

Super Bowl AI ad feud: Anthropic targets OpenAI’s ChatGPT as China launches reusable spacecraft

Anthropic will debut a Super Bowl ad mocking OpenAI’s decision to introduce ads on ChatGPT, escalating their rivalry on national TV. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called the spot “deceptive” and defended ChatGPT’s user base. Both firms are spending millions on Super Bowl ads as they launch new enterprise AI tools and seek to reassure investors amid mounting costs. China launched its fourth reusable experimental spacecraft since 2020.
February 7, 2026
Technology News 07.02.2026
··

Technology News 07.02.2026

Apple Music offers visuals and Dolby Atmos at $10.99/month, while Spotify focuses on podcasts and audiobooks at $12.99/month; Atmos is not on Spotify. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang claims AI no longer hallucinates, but experts dispute this. Apple will promote F1 on Apple TV via a Cadillac ad during the Super Bowl, not a standalone spot. DJI drones remain on sale in the U.S. despite new FCC bans on foreign-made models.
February 7, 2026
China slaps TikTok rival Kuaishou with a $17 million fine after porn livestream flood
···

China slaps TikTok rival Kuaishou with a $17 million fine after porn livestream flood

Beijing fined Kuaishou 119.1 million yuan ($17.2 million) and issued a warning after a Dec. 22 cyberattack exposed users to pornographic and violent livestreams. Regulators said Kuaishou failed to block illegal content and neglected cybersecurity fixes. The company apologized and pledged to address system flaws. Kuaishou shares fell nearly 6% after news of the incident.
February 6, 2026
Sunwoda settles Geely unit Vremt battery lawsuit, flags up to $115 million profit hit
···

Sunwoda settles Geely unit Vremt battery lawsuit, flags up to $115 million profit hit

Sunwoda will cut its 2025 net profit forecast by 500–800 million yuan after settling a lawsuit with Geely’s battery unit Vremt over defective EV battery cells. Vremt had sought 2.31 billion yuan in damages. Volvo, owned by Geely, is recalling EX30 models in several countries due to overheating risks linked to Sunwoda batteries. Geely declined to comment on the settlement.
February 6, 2026
EU charges TikTok over “addictive design” under Digital Services Act, setting up forced app changes
···

EU charges TikTok over “addictive design” under Digital Services Act, setting up forced app changes

EU regulators accused TikTok of violating the Digital Services Act, citing features like infinite scroll and autoplay that may fuel compulsive use among minors. The Commission warned TikTok to overhaul these elements or face fines up to 6% of ByteDance’s global revenue. TikTok denied the allegations and said it will contest the findings. The case is in its early stages.
February 6, 2026
Chip sales seen topping $1 trillion in 2026 as AI data-center spending keeps demand hot
···

Chip sales seen topping $1 trillion in 2026 as AI data-center spending keeps demand hot

Global semiconductor sales reached $791.7 billion in 2025 and are projected to hit $1 trillion in 2026, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association. Logic and memory chips led growth, driven by AI demand. December sales rose 2.7% from November, with gains in the Americas and China but declines in Europe and Japan. Memory chip shortages are pushing up prices, impacting device makers like Apple.
February 6, 2026
Tesla opens China AI training centre to speed Full Self-Driving push as L3 race builds
··

Tesla opens China AI training centre to speed Full Self-Driving push as L3 race builds

Tesla has opened an AI training center in China focused on local assisted-driving features, vice president Tao Lin told Chinese media. The facility is already in use, but details on its computing power were not disclosed. The move comes as Chinese automakers accelerate work on Level 3 autonomous driving. Tesla launched its Full Self-Driving navigation software in China in February.
February 6, 2026
AI tool aims to match dinosaur footprints to the animals that made them, study says
···

AI tool aims to match dinosaur footprints to the animals that made them, study says

Researchers unveiled an AI system that analyzes dinosaur footprints, using eight recurring shape traits from 1,974 track silhouettes spanning 150 million years. The method reached up to 93% agreement with expert identifications and aims to reduce subjectivity in matching tracks to specific dinosaur groups. The team released their code and an app called DinoTracker.
February 6, 2026
U.S. and China Skip New AI Weapons Pledge in Spain as Only 35 Nations Sign
···

U.S. and China Skip New AI Weapons Pledge in Spain as Only 35 Nations Sign

The U.S. and China declined to sign a new declaration on military AI use at a Spain summit, with only 35 of 85 countries backing the voluntary principles. Delegates cited strained U.S.-Europe relations and uncertainty over future alliances as reasons for hesitation. The agreement, reached at the REAIM meeting in A Coruna, is non-binding. Signatories include Canada, Germany, France, Britain, the Netherlands, South Korea, and Ukraine.
February 6, 2026
Tim Cook drops new clues on Apple’s succession plan as 50th anniversary nears
···

Tim Cook drops new clues on Apple’s succession plan as 50th anniversary nears

Apple CEO Tim Cook told employees he is “obsessed” with who will lead the company in 15 years and said recent executive departures were expected. Cook confirmed Apple will mark its 50th anniversary on April 1 with “some celebration.” John Giannandrea, Kate Adams, Lisa Jackson, and Alan Dye are among top executives set to leave or retire by 2026. Cook also criticized U.S. immigration policy and voiced support for DACA.
February 6, 2026
Samsung Galaxy Ring battery swelling scare returns after user calls it a “ticking time bomb”
··

Samsung Galaxy Ring battery swelling scare returns after user calls it a “ticking time bomb”

A Reddit user reported swelling in a Samsung Galaxy Ring after the device failed to charge, posting photos of the damage. Samsung-focused tech outlets advised users to stop wearing rings with battery issues and contact support. Samsung previously said similar incidents did not indicate a broader safety problem. The company is investigating the latest report.
February 6, 2026
Smartphones now power 97% of investigations, Cellebrite report finds
·

Smartphones now power 97% of investigations, Cellebrite report finds

Smartphones provided digital evidence in 97% of criminal investigations, according to Cellebrite’s 2026 Industry Trends Report surveying 1,200 practitioners in 63 countries. Most agencies say digital evidence improves case solvability but increases workloads. Review time is the main bottleneck. Cloud sharing is rising, but portable drives remain the primary method, raising custody concerns.
February 6, 2026
Technology News 06.02.2026
··

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
1 … 29 30 31 32 33 … 83