News summary for February 12, 2026
Apple Acquires Full Rights to 'Severance' Series, Transitions Production In-House
Apple has acquired full rights to 'Severance' from Fifth Season for $70 million, taking complete control of its production. With the series becoming Apple's most-watched show, this move promises exciting possibilities like spin-offs and international adaptations. Discover what's next for this acclaimed series!
FTC Investigates Apple News Over Alleged Political Bias in Content Curation
The FTC is probing Apple over claims of biased content curation on Apple News, potentially sidelining conservative outlets. With allegations spotlighted by a conservative think tank and support from top officials, could this be a pivotal moment for Big Tech accountability? Dive into the full story.
Developer Transforms YouTube into Unlimited Cloud Storage with Video Encoding Tool
Discover how a developer ingeniously transforms YouTube into a massive file storage platform, encoding and decoding files up to 256 GB with zero data loss. Explore this groundbreaking use of YouTube's limitless capacity, revealing a novel approach to unconventional data storage.
AI-Native EV Marketplace Ever Secures $31M Series A to Transform Electric Vehicle Retail
Ever, a trailblazing startup, is transforming the used electric vehicle market with its AI-native platform, having just secured $31 million in Series A funding. By offering a seamless hybrid of online and offline retail experiences, Ever is poised to revolutionize automotive transactions. Discover how their groundbreaking orchestration technology is set to disrupt the industry and streamline the complex process of buying and selling EVs.
Meta Patents AI System to Manage Social Media Accounts of Deceased Users
Meta has secured a patent for an AI system that can autonomously manage a user's social media presence even after death, replicating their digital behavior and voice. While the tech giant has no immediate plans to deploy this on Facebook or Instagram, the innovation sparks debate over digital legacy and the ethics of AI-driven identity. Discover how this groundbreaking technology could reshape the future of social media.
