Airbnb integrates large language models for personalized accommodation search and travel planning assistance. The company is testing natural language search and expanding customer support automation.
Lockheed Martin conducted final qualification tests of the ER GMLRS missile, which hit a target at 112 km. The new development is capable of doubling the range of standard GMLRS ammunition.
A clinical trial of an innovative device for home stroke rehabilitation has begun in the UK. The technology is based on vagus nerve stimulation and is non-invasive.
Investors are concerned about tech companies accumulating debt to fund AI, which is fueling a resurgence in the credit derivatives market. The volume of outstanding contracts on Alphabet's debt has reached $895 million, and Meta's $687 million.
An international team of researchers has detected an unusual exoplanet system where a rocky planet is located further from its star than its gaseous neighbors. This structure contradicts traditional notions of cosmic evolution.
German startup Stark has opened a 2,000 square meter R&D center in Ukraine and is beginning construction of production facilities for unmanned systems. The company plans to produce Virtus loitering munitions with a range of up to 100 km and the Minerva AI system.
President Zelenskyy announced the resumption of Flamingo missile production after the destruction of a production line. Ukraine has already used these missiles on territory where the Oreshnik systems are located.
In total, over 40,000 couples have already used the service, including more than 1,700 military families.
In Kharkiv, a 5G pilot was launched, making it the third city in Ukraine with such a connection, after Lviv and Borodianka. Newlyweds Vladyslav and Kateryna were the first to test it by registering their marriage in Diia.
Anthropic's AI tool Claude may have been used by the US military in an operation to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Anthropic's rules prohibit the use of Claude to facilitate violence.
The United Kingdom will allocate over 460 million euros for the development of new long-range and hypersonic missiles in cooperation with European allies. These missiles will be able to hit targets at a distance of over 2000 km and will replace Storm Shadow cruise missiles.
On February 13, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched a Dragon spacecraft with four astronauts into orbit. The crew will conduct scientific research to prepare for space exploration and improve life on Earth.
Large-scale NATO exercises in Estonia revealed serious tactical shortcomings in intense drone warfare. Ukrainian drone specialists simulated the destruction of 17 NATO armored vehicles.
The President of Ukraine established the Interdepartmental Commission on Military-Industrial Policy and Defense Technologies under the National Security and Defense Council. Its task is to combine state decisions, front-line needs, and manufacturers' capabilities to strengthen defense capabilities.
On February 12, 2026, Arianespace successfully launched 32 Amazon Leo satellites from French Guiana. Mission VA267 was the first of 18 planned Ariane 6 launches to deploy the Amazon Leo satellite constellation.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that severe frosts would return to Ukraine next week. He urged services to accelerate repairs as much as possible and begin preparations for the next heating season.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that the effectiveness of Ukraine's air defense over two years is about 74%. This indicator is sought to be increased through innovations and adaptation to constant threats.
Ukraine intends to increase technological pressure on the enemy after restricting Russian troops' access to Starlink. Minister Fedorov stated that this is just the beginning, and such actions have already yielded results.
Ukrainian cyber specialists collected data on 2,420 Russian Starlink terminals and their positions. They engaged Russians through Telegram channels, receiving $5,870 from them, which was then transferred to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Interdepartmental Commission on Military-Technical Cooperation Policy has resumed its work, allowing Ukrainian enterprises to export controlled goods. This decision is under state control and prioritizes the needs of the Defense Forces, which will contribute to the development of the defense industry and new alliances.
Russian authorities effectively blocked the WhatsApp messenger on February 11, making it inaccessible without complex workarounds. The application has also been removed from Roskomnadzor's online catalog.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced measures to increase the effectiveness of the unmanned component of air defense. Plans include the redistribution of functions, an increase in the number of interceptor drones, and cooperation with partners on missiles.
Guadeloupe authorities have purchased four robot dogs to form the K9-X unit, which will assist the police with early threat detection. The robots are equipped with cameras and night vision, and their role is limited to observation and risk assessment.
The European Commission proposes a pan-European AI-based drone detection system using 5G to protect critical infrastructure. This initiative is a response to drone incidents and will complement the defensive "drone wall" project on the border with Russia.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted in principle draft law No. 13715 on the support and development of innovative activities, aimed at the development of innovative ecosystems. The document is intended to update the legal framework for supporting innovation, form a modern institutional model, and ensure cooperation between the state, business, science, and education.
The number of patents in Russia has shrunk to a minimum in over two decades, and real innovations have virtually disappeared. Russia invests more in purchasing foreign technologies than in developing its own science.
Scientists have found that the long-period nature of Halley's Comet was recorded centuries earlier than previously believed. The monk Ailmer saw it in 1066, and Edmond Halley only demonstrated it was the same object several centuries later.
Toyota introduces the 2027 Highlander – an all-electric three-row crossover with updated design, interior, and technology. Two versions are available, XLE and Limited, with different battery and drivetrain options, as well as V2L technology.
Spotify expects an operating profit of 660 million euros in the first quarter, exceeding analysts' forecasts. This is due to an increase in the number of users and price increases.
Lockheed Martin has unveiled the Lamprey underwater drone, which mimics a parasitic fish to move stealthily by attaching itself to vessels. It can carry torpedoes, sabotage modules, or micro-drones for reconnaissance.
