[2026-02-23 16:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung SDI makes breakthrough in lithium-metal battery tech

Snippet: Samsung SDI said Monday it has achieved a technological breakthrough that significantly improves the performance of lithium-metal batteries, a next-generation technology long constrained by challenges concerning safety and life span.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10680419

[2026-02-23 16:30 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Quote card of Kristina Conti on death penalty is fake

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/fake-quote-card-kristina-conti-death-penalty/

[2026-02-23 15:30 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: If we’re serious about social cohesion, these big tech hate machines must be reined in

Snippet: February 23, 2026 — 3:30pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/technology/if-we-re-serious-about-social-cohesion-these-big-tech-hate-machines-must-be-reined-in-20260223-p5o4iu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-02-23 15:20 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Ask the Tax Whiz] BIR launches LOA verifier: What taxpayers should know

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/ask-tax-whiz-bir-launches-letter-of-authority-verifier-things-to-know/

[2026-02-23 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s ‘gifting’ of space infrastructure is a diplomatic tool in Africa

Snippet: Analysts say Beijing is gifting space infrastructure as a form of soft power on the continent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3344266/how-china-building-hi-tech-backbone-africas-space-ambitions

[2026-02-23 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From Doraemon to dexterous hands: LinkerBot equips robots with human skills

Snippet: The start-up is revolutionising humanoid robotics with ultra-dexterous hands, ushering in a new era of humanlike robotic capability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3344242/doraemon-dexterous-hands-chinas-linkerbot-equips-robots-human-skills

[2026-02-23 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s EV insurers move towards profitability on higher premiums, AI adoption

Snippet: Chinese insurers are turning to AI as the technology cuts labour costs and enhances pricing accuracy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3344267/chinas-ev-insurers-move-towards-profitability-higher-premiums-ai-adoption

[2026-02-23 12:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why is the Hang Seng Tech Index underperforming while AI shares soar?

Snippet: The gauge has fallen 5.5 per cent this year, while newly listed AI firms Zhipu AI, MiniMax and Beijing Haizhi are up at least fivefold

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3344255/why-hang-seng-tech-index-doldrums-while-ai-shares-are-soaring

[2026-02-23 07:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: AI Surveillance Should Scare Both Democrats And Republicans

Snippet: Authored by Brendan Steinhauser via RealClearPolitics,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/ai/ai-surveillance-should-scare-both-democrats-and-republicans

[2026-02-23 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘SmartChat Mega 2026’ drives SME digital shift with AI-powered solutions - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprise (SME) sector received a major boost in its digital transformation journey as SLT-MOBITEL Enterprise hosted ‘SmartChat Mega 2026’, a flagship technology event designed to equip businesses with scalable, AI-driven solutions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/23/business/955596/smartchat-mega-2026-drives-sme-digital-shift-with-ai-powered-solutions/

[2026-02-23 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Model United Nations conference on peace building and economic sustainability through AI - DailyNews

Snippet: Around 150 young delegates from Sri Lanka and more than 10 other countries took part in the fourth Model United Nations Conference of the International Diplomats Organisation which concluded in Colombo recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/23/local/955955/model-united-nations-conference-on-peace-building-and-economic-sustainability-through-ai/

[2026-02-23 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Satellite images show first glimpse of China’s Type 095 nuclear submarine

Snippet: Next-generation SSN features advanced acoustic stealth and strike capacity, narrowing tech gap with rival US

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3344256/chinas-type-095-nuclear-submarine-spotted-first-time-new-satellite-images

[2026-02-22 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: More advanced maths students needed for tech sector: Hong Kong committee head

Snippet: Government will review admission score calculation for some universities’ science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics programmes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3344259/more-advanced-maths-students-needed-science-tech-sectors-hong-kong-committee-head

[2026-02-22 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US software firm opens doors for global adoption of China’s humanoid robots

Snippet: OpenMind works with several Chinese robotics companies including Unitree, UBTech, AgiBot and Engine AI

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3344172/software-connection-us-firm-opens-doors-global-adoption-chinas-humanoid-robots

[2026-02-22 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan youth share before and after cosmetic surgery photos raise copycat fears

Snippet: AI-generated before and after images posted online raise fears about promoting risky procedures; warping youngsters ideas about beauty

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3343313/japan-youth-share-photos-show-and-after-cosmetic-surgeries-raise-copycat-concerns

[2026-02-22 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Apple pushes forward on AI-powered smart glasses, camera AirPods and pendant

Snippet: All three devices depend on a camera system and will be linked to Apple’s iPhone and built around the Siri digital assistant, insiders say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3344058/apple-pushes-forward-ai-powered-smart-glasses-camera-airpods-and-pendant

[2026-02-22 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chen Mo – the man behind Heroes of Jin Yong – on AI and making a blockbuster game

Snippet: Creator of new incarnation of martial arts epic says connection to the game is more than commercial – it is personal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343967/chen-mo-man-behind-heroes-jin-yong-ai-and-making-blockbuster-game

[2026-02-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Human Interest] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Jonah beyond dogma: Inside the belly of a bible rewrite

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/human-interest/gian-erik-adao-bible-story-reimagined-si-jonas-at-ang-malaking-isda/

[2026-02-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Tech Thoughts] We shouldn't take the 'apocalyptic AI' hype cycle lying down

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/artificial-intelligence-job-replacement-fears-need-safeguards/

[2026-02-22 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?

Snippet: Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344219/hong-kong-budget-2026-27-whats-holding-back-citys-tech-and-talent-schemes

[2026-02-22 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: For author E. Manawari, Philippine mythology now stands at a global threshold

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/artists/author-e-manawari-philippine-mythology-bathala-games/

[2026-02-22 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: On eve of pre-trial, Duterte counsel raises issues vs victims' lawyers, censored case info

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/duterte-pre-trial-icc-defense-raises-last-minute-issues/

[2026-02-22 07:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: करनाल के खेतों में काम करता AI

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/ai-helps-farmers-in-india-enhance-efficiency-and-increase-harvests/video-76047388

[2026-02-22 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s tech giants pursue AI, semiconductor talent in US amid fierce rivalry

Snippet: ByteDance, Baidu, Alibaba Cloud and MiniMax are among the firms now actively recruiting fresh talent in the US

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3344212/chinas-tech-giants-pursue-ai-semiconductor-talent-us-competition-intensifies

[2026-02-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU bans Chinese organisations from critical tech programmes, including AI, chips

Snippet: Chinese space scientist Wu Ji doubts the policy will hurt China much and may instead ‘make Europe appear more isolated’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3344199/eu-bans-chinese-bodies-critical-tech-programmes-including-ai-and-chips

[2026-02-21 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Who will save the world from a US-China AI arms race?

Snippet: Unrestrained military AI could doom us all. The window for a global middle-power alliance to rein in the superpowers is closing fast

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3344163/who-will-save-world-us-china-ai-arms-race

[2026-02-21 15:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President returns to island after India visit - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who travelled to New Delhi to attend the AI Impact 2026 Summit at the special invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, successfully concluded his visit and returned to the island yesterday (20).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/21/local/955394/president-returns-to-island-after-india-visit/

[2026-02-21 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China’s tech giants cannot afford to lose the global AI race

Snippet: AI rivalry is challenging the traditional strategies of China’s ‘big tech’ firms and how they have monetised their products in the past

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3344113/chinas-ai-crossroads-3-divergent-paths-race-dominance

[2026-02-21 13:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ChatGPT-maker flagged future Canadian school shooter months before massacre

Snippet: Despite detecting a misuse of ChatGPT for ‘violent intent’, OpenAI felt the risk did not meet its bar for police referral

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3344192/openai-flagged-canadian-school-shooter-months-massacre-did-not-alert-police

[2026-02-21 13:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 'Old, tired' Duterte pulls off rare absence in historic pre-trial

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/duterte-rare-absence-icc-pre-trial-confirmation-hearing/

[2026-02-21 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From AI to aerospace: China meme rocket shares take off in race with US

Snippet: Investors scramble for opportunities to maintain market momentum after the AI frenzy shows signs of losing steam

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343815/ai-aerospace-china-meme-rocket-shares-take-race-us

[2026-02-21 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Explainers - RAPPLER

Snippet: Tech Features What is Moltbook? A Reddit-like site where AI bots talk religion, crypto scams, existence Feb 21, 2026 8:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Kingston Cheng’s death: Cebu debates road safety after fatal hit-and-run Feb 13, 2026 2:03 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business Why business groups want a ‘genuine’ anti-dynasty law Feb 13, 2026 8:43 AM PHT Share in Chat Share

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/

[2026-02-21 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: artificial intelligence

Snippet: Tech Features [Tech Thoughts] We shouldn’t take the ‘apocalyptic AI’ hype cycle lying down Tech Features What is Moltbook? A Reddit-like site where AI bots talk religion, crypto scams, existence Feb 21, 2026 8:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Technology Nvidia, OpenAI near $30-billion investment in place of unfinished $100-billion deal – report Feb 20, 2026 9:43 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Technology Bill

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/artificial-intelligence/

[2026-02-21 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: What is Moltbook? A Reddit-like site where AI bots talk religion, crypto scams, existence

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/moltbook-ai-agent-reddit-like-platform/

[2026-02-21 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bonhomie with Lula - DailyNews

Snippet: A bilateral discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was held on Thursday on the sidelines of the AI Impact 2026 Summit, currently being held in New Delhi.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/21/local/955342/bonhomie-with-lula/

[2026-02-21 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President meets Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi - DailyNews

Snippet: A bilateral discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was held on Thursday (19), on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit being held in New Delhi.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/21/local/955248/president-meets-crown-prince-of-abu-dhabi/

[2026-02-21 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s extreme 996 work schedule meets US tech’s hustle culture

Snippet: Why advocates believe 996, the controversial 9am to 9pm, six-day-a-week culture popularised in China, can give American firms decisive edge

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3344052/996-goes-west-us-ai-start-ups-adopt-china-techs-controversial-work-schedule-get-ahead

[2026-02-21 00:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: एआई युग में नौकरियों का भविष्य: तैयारी कैसी हो?

Snippet: जॉब ट्विन एक एआई-पॉवर्ड इंटरव्यूइंग प्लेटफार्म है जो कंपनियों के लिए रिक्रूटर या एचआर का डिजिटल क्लोन तैयार करता है. इसे इंटरव्यू लेने, जवाब रिकॉर्ड करने और उम्मीदवारों का मूल्यांकन करने के लिए डिजाइन किया गया है. यह फॉलो-अप सवाल भी पूछता है.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/ai-and-the-workforce-preparing-for-the-jobs-of-the-future/g-76056836

[2026-02-20 22:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: At Cebu consultation, groups demand action ‘without delay’ on anti-dynasty bill

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/cebu-groups-demand-anti-dynasty-bill-february-2026/

[2026-02-20 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Chinese AI put a new spin on Winter Olympics actionChinese tech firms have been using the Milano Cortina Games to showcase their capabilities to a global audience.

Snippet: Chinese tech firms have been using the Milano Cortina Games to showcase their capabilities to a global audience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3344139/how-chinese-artificial-intelligence-put-new-spin-winter-olympics-action

[2026-02-20 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Moldoveni racolați de FSB pentru asasinate în Ucraina

Snippet: Printre persoanele ce urmau să fie eliminate se numără un jurnalist ucrainean cunoscut, dat în căutare de Rusia, șefi de întreprinderi strategice din Ucraina, militari ai Direcției Principale de Informații a Ministerului Apărării din Ucraina, inclusiv luptători ai Legiunii Străine a GUR, SSO, precum și un activist public, originar din Rusia, care susține Ucraina.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ro/moldoveni-racola%C8%9Bi-de-fsb-pentru-asasinate-%C3%AEn-ucraina/a-76054383

[2026-02-20 21:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President meets PM Modi in Delhi - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is in New Delhi to attend the AI Impact 2026 Summit, met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today (20) at Hyderabad House in New Delhi.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/local/955068/president-meets-pm-modi-in-delhi/

[2026-02-20 20:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Enfants et réseaux sociaux, s'inspirer du modèle australien

Snippet: Protéger les plus jeunes de l'impact négatif des réseaux sociaux : c'est l'une des préoccupations actuelles dans de nombreux pays. Cette semaine, le groupe américain Meta, propriétaire de Facebook, Instagram et WhatsApp, ainsi que Alphabet, qui détient pour sa part Google et YouTube, étaient sous le feu des projecteurs.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/ue-instagram-tiktok-france-australie-reseaux-sociaux/a-76035925

[2026-02-20 18:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President Lula invites AKD for an official visit to Brazil - DailyNews

Snippet: Brazil has extended an official invitation to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to visit the country, during a bilateral meeting with Brazilian President Lula da Silva held yesterday (19) on the sidelines of the AI Impact 2026 Summit in New Delhi. The exact date of the visit will be finalized through diplomatic channels.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/local/955009/president-lula-invites-akd-for-an-official-visit-to-brazil/

[2026-02-20 17:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The next interface race: how AI is bringing smart glasses into focus

Snippet: LLVision CEO Wu Fei explains how advances in AI and hardware are pushing smart glasses closer to everyday use

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3344101/next-interface-race-how-ai-bringing-smart-glasses-focus

[2026-02-20 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact Check

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post shows AI-generated ‘presidential survey’ results Feb 20, 2026 1:30 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No ICC ruling allowing Duterte to return to PH wearing location tracker Feb 20, 2026 11:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No SC ruling yet on indirect contempt case against Sotto Feb 20, 2026 10:00 AM PHT

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/

[2026-02-20 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Duterte Fact Checks

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post shows AI-generated ‘presidential survey’ results Fact Check FACT CHECK: No ICC ruling allowing Duterte to return to PH wearing location tracker Feb 20, 2026 11:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No proof of Duterte in ‘critical’ condition Feb 19, 2026 4:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post doesn’t show real video

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/duterte-fact-checks/

[2026-02-20 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact checks on public officials

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post shows AI-generated ‘presidential survey’ results Fact Check FACT CHECK: No ICC ruling allowing Duterte to return to PH wearing location tracker Feb 20, 2026 11:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No SC ruling yet on indirect contempt case against Sotto Feb 20, 2026 10:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: Pangilinan not

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/fact-checks-on-public-officials/

[2026-02-20 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Post shows AI-generated 'presidential survey' results

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/post-ai-generated-sara-duterte-presidential-survey-results/

[2026-02-20 15:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs refuse to hold hands during India AI summit photo op

Snippet: The incident in New Delhi highlights the frosty relationship between Sam Altman and Dario Amodei

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3344074/openai-and-anthropic-ceos-refuse-hold-hands-during-modis-india-ai-summit-photo-op