The release of a new AI tool from Anthropic has sent shockwaves through the software industry, causing stocks to sink as investors fear widespread disruption and a potential shift in the market landscape.
The Trump administration is partnering with Palantir to use its AI technology, dubbed the 'Ironman suit,' to identify and combat fraud across various government agencies.
Author and activist Cory Doctorow argues that the current AI hype is a bubble destined to burst, leading to the failure of most AI companies. However, he predicts that open-source AI models will survive and continue to provide useful tools.
The rapid growth of AI data centers is putting a strain on the US electrical grid, with projections showing a significant increase in energy consumption. This has led to rising electricity costs for households and calls for tech giants to cover the expenses.
Lawmakers in Washington state are considering new legislation to protect minors from potentially harmful interactions with AI chatbots. The bill includes measures to prevent emotionally manipulative techniques and explicit content.
Israel has launched a national AI supercomputer powered by 1,000 Nvidia B200 accelerators. The infrastructure will be accessible to high-tech companies and academic researchers at a reduced cost to boost AI innovation.
The Pentagon has announced it will integrate Elon Musk's Grok AI into its classified and unclassified military networks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that all appropriate data would be available for 'AI exploitation'.
OpenAI is facing seven new lawsuits alleging that its ChatGPT-4o model led to users experiencing severe mental health crises, including suicide and psychosis. The lawsuits claim the AI was rushed to market with inadequate safety features.
Bloomberg reports China is entering 2026 with a fresh wave of technological advances powering markets, nearly a year after DeepSeek's AI breakthrough rattled global markets.
ScienceDaily reports researchers used machine learning to analyze cancer data from 185 countries, identifying specific policy changes that could improve survival rates in each nation.
Mashable covers Google's latest Veo 3.1 update enabling generation of mobile-first vertical videos optimized for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels.
The Columbian reports Apple is partnering with Google to use Gemini technology for Apple Intelligence features, marking a major validation for Google's AI capabilities.
Futurism reports Google's AI Overview feature continues to hallucinate, incorrectly stating that 2027 is not next year, highlighting persistent accuracy issues in AI systems.
TechRadar covers DeepSeek's new Engram technique that separates static memory from computation, reducing expensive HBM requirements and addressing the global DRAM shortage.
New Stanford research reveals AI substantially reduces wage inequality while raising average wages by 21%, with simplification being the key driver of wage gains.
ChatGPT ads, Anthropic's Cowork tool, and Gemini's Personal Intelligence signal major shifts in AI competition and user experience.
Gemini's new Personal Intelligence feature connects Gmail, Google Photos, YouTube, and Search for contextual AI assistance.
Anthropic's Claude Code enables non-technical users to create software through conversational prompts, reshaping coding landscape.
Financial analysis warns OpenAI could deplete cash reserves by mid-2027 given current spending trajectory and revenue projections.
