Technology 5 February 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
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
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
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