Technology 6 February 2026 - 9 February 2026

The hidden 20Wh rule behind smartphone batteries: why iPhone and Galaxy still play it safe as China goes bigger
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The hidden 20Wh rule behind smartphone batteries: why iPhone and Galaxy still play it safe as China goes bigger

Chinese smartphone makers are increasing battery capacities beyond 5,000mAh, while Apple and Samsung remain near that mark, partly due to shipping rules for lithium batteries. U.S. regulations set a 20Wh limit per cell for streamlined transport, with stricter handling above that. Some Android brands use silicon-carbon anodes and 100W+ charging. Larger batteries can add weight and reduce space for other components.
February 9, 2026
Technology News 09.02.2026
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Technology News 09.02.2026

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: February 10, 2026, 12:02 AM EST LG Energy Solution to gain full ownership of NextStar Energy as Stellantis exits Windsor battery plant February 9, 2026, 11:54 PM EST. LG Energy Solution will acquire full ownership of NextStar Energy, with Stellantis selling its 49% stake in Windsor, Ontario. The deal, still subject to approvals, keeps Stellantis as a customer, continuing to source batteries from the plant. NextStar Energy, launched in 2022 as a Stellantis-LG joint venture, became Canada's first large-scale EV battery facility. More than CAD 5 billion has been invested, the site employs 1,300+ people and
February 9, 2026
Bitcoin hit $55,000 on Bithumb after a $44 billion promo slip-up — and Apple may bring ChatGPT to CarPlay
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Bitcoin hit $55,000 on Bithumb after a $44 billion promo slip-up — and Apple may bring ChatGPT to CarPlay

Bithumb recovered 99.7% of $40 billion in bitcoin mistakenly credited to users during a promotion, after a sharp 17% selloff on its exchange. South Korean regulators signaled increased scrutiny of crypto exchange controls following the incident. Apple is preparing to allow third-party AI voice assistants in CarPlay, moving beyond Siri-only voice control.
February 8, 2026
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Technology News 08.02.2026

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: February 9, 2026, 12:02 AM EST Four reasons to buy foldable smartphones in 2026 February 8, 2026, 11:46 PM EST. The piece argues that foldable smartphones offer a bridge between phones and tablets in 2026. It notes most vertical-fold models carry about a 7.6-inch display, boosting reading, document work and eye comfort. It says a larger screen enhances viewing, productivity and mobile gaming with high-resolution, smooth panels. It also highlights that multitasking and productivity improve as devices gain real estate and new chipsets enable split-screen use. It cautions that price remains a hurdle for many buyers.
February 8, 2026
Anthropic’s $20B-plus funding round could close next week at $350B valuation, report says
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Anthropic’s $20B-plus funding round could close next week at $350B valuation, report says

Anthropic is nearing a funding round that could raise over $20 billion, valuing the AI firm at about $350 billion, Bloomberg reported Friday. Amazon disclosed a $14.8 billion stake in Anthropic and valued its convertible notes at $45.8 billion in its latest SEC filing. Anthropic and OpenAI have not yet turned a profit. Reuters has not confirmed the Bloomberg report, and Anthropic declined to comment.
February 7, 2026
Super Bowl AI ad feud: Anthropic targets OpenAI’s ChatGPT as China launches reusable spacecraft
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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