Apple is internally testing a ChatGPT-like tool, codenamed "Veritas," to accelerate the development of a more capable, AI-driven Siri with personalized features.
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Google's Gemini AI is now freely available to all Chrome desktop users. Find out how this powerful tool can help you with browsing, organization, and more.
NVIDIA acquires AI programming startup Solver to bolster its software ecosystem and make AI development more accessible, driving demand for its GPUs.
Microsoft launches its first in-house trained AI models, MAI-Voice-1 and MAI-1-preview, signaling a move toward independence from OpenAI's technology.
After a lukewarm reception to Llama 4, Meta is racing to release a new, more powerful model. Can Llama 4.X restore their place in the AI race?
Perplexity AI is launching a new subscription model that will pay publishers for content used in its AI-powered search, a major shift in how AI platforms interact with the web.
Anthropic has partnered with the U.S. government to develop an AI classifier that can block attempts to use its Claude AI model for nuclear weapon construction.
Elon Musk's xAI has open-sourced the Grok 2.5 model. However, the custom license imposes significant restrictions, limiting its use for commercial purposes and model training.
Meta has partnered with Midjourney, gaining access to their advanced AI image and video generation tech to enhance its own creative offerings and compete with rivals.
Apple is reportedly in talks with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power a revamped Siri. The move follows delays in Apple's in-house AI development.
Google's "AI Mode" is expanding to over 180 countries. The AI-powered search now includes agentic features for restaurant reservations and bookings.
OpenAI launches "Study Mode" for ChatGPT, an AI feature designed to guide students through problem-solving with a Socratic method, aiming to foster deeper learning rather than just providing answers.
Microsoft Edge introduces "Copilot Mode," an experimental AI feature allowing the assistant to analyze all open tabs and Browse history for enhanced, context-aware assistance.
Alphabet reports $96.4B revenue in Q2 2025, up 14% YoY, driven by strong AI performance in Google Search, YouTube, and a soaring Google Cloud
Amazon has acquired Bee AI, a startup behind an AI-powered voice wristband, signaling a deeper commitment to integrating AI into hardware and potentially enhancing Alexa and Echo devices.
OpenAI's ChatGPT now processes 2.5 billion requests daily, with 330 million from the US. This surge signals a rapid shift in AI adoption, challenging traditional search engines like Google.
Meta refuses to sign the EU's new Code of Practice for General Purpose AI, with Joel Kaplan arguing it's "excessive interference" that could stifle innovation and create legal uncertainty.
Tim Cook is expected to remain Apple CEO for 5 more years amid a generational leadership transition. Apple faces AI and product innovation challenges as senior executives eye retirement.
OpenAI postponed its open-weight AI model release due to security concerns. Separately, its WindSurf acquisition reportedly collapsed, with top executives joining Google DeepMind for $2.4B.
Zoom's new Custom AI Companion ($12/month) brings agent-like AI to 16 business apps like ServiceNow, Jira, & Asana, offering real-time meeting summaries & task orchestration to boost productivity.
SpaceX invests $2B in xAI to accelerate Grok AI development and Tesla integration. Grok 4 offers multimodal input/multi-agent support, but faced recent hate speech controversy.