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Samsung Announces Beta of New Bixby in One UI 8.5 with Conversational AI and More Capabilities

February 23, 2026
Samsung has announceed the launch of beta program for the new Bixby in One UI 8.5. The update claims to make Bixby on Galaxy devices “more intuitive, as users can simply ask for what they need through natural language. Additionally, it expands access to up-to-date answers from the open web,” said the company. New Bixby in One UI 8.5: Features With the new Bixby in One UI 8.5, users can…
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AI & RoboticsNews

Peak XV raises $1.3B, doubles down on AI as global VC rivalry in India heats up

February 23, 2026
Peak XV announced on Friday that it has raised $1.3 billion across new India and Asia-focused funds. The firm, which now manages more than $10 billion in assets, is sharpening its focus on artificial intelligence and cross-border bets amid intensifying competition for deals in the region. The capital will be deployed across its India seed and venture funds as well as its APAC vehicle. A majority…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Lucid (LCID) is cutting 12% of its US workforce ahead of its $50,000 midsize EV

February 23, 2026
Lucid Motors (LCID) announced plans on Friday to trim 12% of its US workforce as it looks to improve profitability ahead of its next growth stage. Lucid announces plans to trim 12% of its US workforce After producing 8,412 vehicles and delivering 5,345 in the fourth quarter, Lucid was one of the bright spots in the US electric vehicle market. While many companies reported lower EV sales after the…
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DefenseNews

Experts worry about nuclear quid pro quo in Russia-North Korea alliance against Ukraine

February 23, 2026
BERLIN — With North Korean soldiers and equipment playing a key role at Russia’s front line in Ukraine, some experts worry Moscow may be ready to return the favor by providing highly sensitive information on nuclear submarines to its newfound ally in Pyongyang. Russia could trade away what Peter Roberts, associate fellow at the University of Exeter’s Centre for Public Understanding of…
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