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Anthropic launched Cowork, a research-preview tool for Max subscribers that enables agentic file management, though the company warns it is potentially dangerous if given vague instructions.
Apple has partnered with Google to power AI features like Siri, a move that could cost the iPhone-maker around $1 billion for access to the technology.
Google appears to have removed AI Overviews for certain health-related queries following reports that the tool provided misleading medical information.
OpenAI and Handshake AI are reportedly asking contractors to upload real-world work samples to train AI models, raising significant intellectual property and confidentiality concerns.
X has restricted its Grok image-generation feature to paying subscribers following criticism from across the world, though the Grok app remains unaffected at the time of publication.
Anthropic has partnered with global insurance conglomerate Allianz to deploy its AI models and coding tools, marking another win in its push for enterprise market share.
OpenAI is launching ChatGPT Health, a dedicated interface for wellness queries that will not use conversations for model training, expected to roll out in the coming weeks.
Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus is reportedly facing regulatory scrutiny in China over potential export control violations, complicating the deal despite U.S. approval.
Nvidia launched Alpamayo, a new family of open source AI models and simulation tools designed to help autonomous vehicles reason through complex driving scenarios.
BMW will equip its 2026 iX3 with Amazon’s Alexa+ generative AI voice assistant, marking a significant expansion of the technology into the automotive sector.
In 2026, the AI industry is shifting from brute-force scaling toward practical, domain-specific applications, small language models, and agentic workflows.
OpenAI has unified teams to overhaul its audio models, with an audio-first personal device expected to launch in about a year.
The AI industry shifted from unchecked investment to scrutiny in 2025, as companies like OpenAI and Anthropic faced infrastructure constraints and pressure to prove sustainable business models.
After years of hype, 24 enterprise-focused venture capitalists overwhelmingly predict that 2026 will be the year businesses finally see meaningful value and budget growth from AI investments.
OpenAI is hiring a new Head of Preparedness for $555,000 to manage AI risks, as the company faces scrutiny over the mental health and safety impacts of its models.
Waymo appears to be testing Google’s Gemini AI as an in-car assistant to manage climate control and answer rider queries, according to leaked system prompts.
OpenAI admits that prompt injection attacks against AI browsers are unlikely to ever be fully solved, prompting the company to use automated attackers to harden its defenses.
OpenAI has introduced new personalization settings for ChatGPT, allowing users to adjust the chatbot's warmth, enthusiasm, and formatting to address ongoing feedback about its personality.