TECHNOLOGY

  Nothing, the London-based consumer technology innovator, has officially inaugurated its first physical flagship store in India, marking a strategic pivot from digital-first sales to an omnichannel retail presence. Positioned on the bustling 100 Feet Road in Bengaluru’s Indiranagar district—widely regarded as the “Silicon Valley of India”—the two-story outlet opened on February 14, 2026, attracting

Image: InsideEVs   The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally closed its investigation into Fisker Inc., the electric vehicle manufacturer that entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2024. Confirmation came via a Freedom of Information Act request reported in February 2026, revealing no enforcement actions despite the agency’s collection of 21.7 gigabytes of

  Cash App payment links, a feature designed to simplify peer-to-peer financial exchanges within the United States. Announced on February 11, 2026, these unique URLs enable users to request or receive funds directly within digital conversations like texts or emails, without needing app-specific usernames or contacts. Developed by Block, Inc., the tool addresses interpersonal hurdles

  The foundation of xAI is shifting as the company transitions from a nimble research lab into an industrial-scale subsidiary of the Musk empire, with exactly half of its founding team—six out of the original 12 members, excluding Elon Musk, who remains CEO—departing. The exodus highlights a growing friction between the experimental ‘scrappy’ culture of

  Google is fundamentally restructuring the Android desktop experience by integrating Gemini AI with a persistent status bar icon and dedicated keyboard shortcuts. This February 2026 beta feature, uncovered in Google app version 17.5, allows users to summon Gemini instantly from tablets, foldables, and ChromeOS devices without navigating menus. Previously missing from the platform, this

  WhatsApp Web’s February 2026 beta rolls out native WhatsApp Web calling (voice and video) directly in browsers, a long-awaited upgrade for desktop users everywhere. This lets you handle real-time conversations without constantly reaching for your smartphone during work or casual chats. Building on prior multi-device features, it ensures smooth performance across platforms for both

Image: CNN   YouTube’s most-subscribed creator, Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson, has finalized a landmark integration of high-reach digital media with consumer financial services. On February 9, 2026, his company, Beast Industries, announced the acquisition of Step, a leading banking platform serving over 7 million young users across the United States. This strategic move formalizes a vision