News summary for February 5, 2026
Duna Secures €30M Series A to Build Global Business Identity Verification Infrastructure
Duna, a startup born from the "Stripe mafia," has secured €30 million in Series A funding led by CapitalG. With backing from fintech giants and a mission to revolutionize business identity verification, Duna is poised to reshape the corporate onboarding process. Discover how this dynamic company is making waves in the fintech world.
Snap Reports Q4 Revenue Growth Amid User Decline as AR Glasses Launch Approaches
Snap Inc. is shaking things up with a bold shift beyond ads, diving into subscriptions and hardware. Their Q4 results show mixed success, but with the launch of AR glasses and a focus on new revenue streams, could Snap be on the verge of a major transformation? Discover the full story.
Trump Administration's $11.7B Critical Minerals Reserve Signals Inevitable Shift to Electric Future
The Trump administration has unveiled Project Vault, a bold $11.7 billion initiative to establish a strategic stockpile of critical minerals, underscoring the U.S.'s pivot towards securing supply chains amid electric tech's global rise. Can this move safeguard American industry against future shortages?
Substack Discloses Security Breach Exposing User Email Addresses and Phone Numbers
Substack has confirmed a major data breach impacting user accounts, with email addresses and phone numbers compromised. While sensitive data like passwords remain safe, critical questions about the breach linger. How did this happen, and why the delay in detection? Dive into the full story for more details.
ElevenLabs CEO Envisions Voice as the Dominant AI Interface of the Future
At the Web Summit in Doha, ElevenLabs CEO Mati Staniszewski unveiled a future where voice technology transforms how we interact with AI, pushing screens aside. With $500 million in new funding, ElevenLabs leads a shift to voice-driven interfaces, sparking a tech revolution. Curious about the details? Dive into the full story!
Conduent Data Breach Escalates to 15.4 Million Victims in Texas Alone Following January Ransomware Attack
A massive data breach at government technology contractor Conduent has ballooned, potentially impacting tens of millions of Americans. With personal data of over 15.4 million Texans and 10.5 million Oregonians compromised, the breach's true scale remains uncertain. What secrets lie in the shadows of this cyberattack?
Fundamental Secures $255M Series A to Revolutionize Enterprise Structured Data Analysis with Novel Foundation Model
Stepping out of stealth, AI lab Fundamental introduces Nexus, a revolutionary model tackling the enterprise tech challenge of structured data analysis. With $255M in backing and a $1.2B valuation, Nexus promises to reshape how organizations extract insights from massive datasets. Curious about its unique approach? Dive into the details.
Nvidia Halts Gaming GPU Releases for 2026: First Time in 30 Years Amid Memory Shortage
In a historic shift, Nvidia will skip releasing new gaming graphics cards in 2026, breaking a 30-year tradition. Amid a memory chip shortage, the tech giant is pivoting focus toward AI hardware, signaling a new era where gaming takes a backseat to AI innovation. Discover the strategy behind this bold move.
LEGO Brick Transformed Into Fully Functional Miniature Computer Running Doom
Discover how a LEGO brick has turned into a fully functional computer, capable of playing Doom and more! This ingenious fusion of retro gaming and creative hardware showcases the future of tiny tech, blending the beloved toy with cutting-edge computing. Curious about the possibilities? Dive in!
YouTube Surpasses $60B Annual Revenue as Google Subscription Services Reach 325M Users
YouTube continues its impressive growth, boasting 325 million paying subscribers and $60 billion in annual revenue. With a focus on expanding subscription offerings and innovative ad strategies, the platform is redefining digital media. Discover how YouTube is shaping the future of content consumption.
Spotify Expands into Physical Book Sales and Launches Page Match Technology for Seamless Reading Experience
Spotify is shaking up its model with a price hike and a bold dive into physical book sales. Discover how their new "Page Match" feature, audiobook recaps for Android, and a partnership with Bookshop.org are set to redefine your reading and listening experience. Curious about how it all works? Read on!
Spotify Releases Mark Zuckerberg's 2004 Playlist from Facebook's Founding Era
Dive into the sounds that fueled a digital revolution! Spotify's new playlist lets you experience the music that inspired Mark Zuckerberg during Facebook's creation in 2004. Discover the tracks behind one of tech's greatest stories and get inspired for your own next big idea!
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Responds Sharply to Anthropic's Super Bowl Ad Campaign Targeting ChatGPT Monetization Strategy
Anthropic's bold Super Bowl ads take a swing at OpenAI, satirically depicting intrusive ads in ChatGPT conversations. With "BETRAYAL" flashing onscreen, the campaign promises Claude's ad-free future. Meanwhile, Sam Altman fires back, calling the portrayal "dishonest." Discover the full story behind this AI rivalry.
