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Google CEO says proposed antitrust fix would discourage innovation
Google CEO Sundar Pichai warned that forcing the company to share search data with rivals would undermine its investments and innovation, calling it a "de facto divestiture" of intellectual property. The DOJ's antitrust case could reshape search and AI competition online.
AI companions present risks for young users, US watchdog warns
AI companions powered by generative artificial intelligence present real risks and should be banned for minors, a leading US tech watchdog said in a study published Wednesday. The watchdog, Common Sense, tested several of these platforms, namely Nomi, Character AI, and Replika, to assess their responses.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai to take the stand at search antitrust trial
The DOJ and a broad coalition of state attorneys general are pressing for remedies to restore competition even as search evolves to overlap with generative AI products such as ChatGPT. Prosecutors are concerned that Google's dominance in search could extend to AI.
ChatGPT rattles Google on its home ground with new search and shopping features
ChatGPT's shopping feature initially focuses on fashion, beauty, and home electronics categories. Product recommendations are personalized and come from the web, not advertisements, OpenAI said. To counter increasing competition from AI chatbots, Google has integrated its own Gemini assistant into search results, providing AI-generated answers above traditional website links.
China's Baidu says its Kunlun chip cluster can train DeepSeek-like models
Baidu has activated a 30,000-chip P800 cluster to support large-scale AI training, CEO Robin Li announced. At its developer conference, Baidu also launched new models Ernie 4.5 Turbo and Ernie X1 Turbo, emphasizing AI integration into apps as competition intensifies in China's evolving AI landscape.
OpenAI's Sam Altman reveals vision for AI's future: Could ChatGPT-5 become an all-powerful AGI 'smarter than us'?
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, envisions the future of AI with advancements from GPT-4 to GPT-5, aiming for a unified model that integrates voice, video, and multi-tasking capabilities. OpenAI’s goal is to develop Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), capable of thinking critically and using various tools. Altman’s vision promises a revolutionary shift in AI’s potential and integration.
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Publisher of PCMag and Mashable Sues OpenAI
Ziff Davis, the digital publisher behind Mashable, PCMag and Lifehacker, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the AI platform used its content without permission to train its models. The company is seeking significant financial damages. This action follows similar concerns raised by other media companies regarding AI's use of copyrighted material.
Google says deep AI investments powering ad sales, soothing anxious investors
Alphabet beat Q1 profit and revenue estimates, boosted by strong ad and AI-driven search performance. It announced a $70 billion stock buyback, lifting shares 4%. Despite global economic concerns and US-China trade tensions, Alphabet reaffirmed its $75 billion AI investment plan, signaling confidence in continued growth and infrastructure expansion.
BluSmart faces audit; Ather's investor gains
BluSmart’s board has appointed Grant Thornton to audit the cash-strapped company’s financials. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
AI chatbot traffic surges 80% YoY but trails traditional search engines like Google: report
The report added that AI chatbots will not replace traditional search engines just yet, but they are reshaping how users interact with information online.
Grok Vision unveiled: Elon Musk's AI ‘sees’ the world through your camera
Elon Musk’s xAI has launched Grok Vision, a new feature that allows the Grok chatbot to “see” the world via smartphone cameras. Users can scan objects for instant explanations. Available on iOS, Android access requires a SuperGrok subscription. New voice and memory features further enhance the AI assistant's capabilities.
OpenAI signals interest in buying Google’s Chrome if breakup is ordered: ChatGPT exec testifies
At Google's US antitrust trial, OpenAI revealed interest in buying Chrome if forced to be sold. OpenAI testified Google blocked access to its search tech, hindering ChatGPT. ChatGPT head of product Nick Turley made the statement while testifying at trial in Washington. The Department of Justice (DOJ) seeks remedies to restore competition, including banning Google’s exclusive deals.
Google executive says company snubbed OpenAI bid for search tie-up
OpenAI reached out to Google after experiencing issues with its own search provider, ChatGPT head of product Nick Turley said, without naming the provider. ChatGPT uses technology from Microsoft's search engine, Bing.
Google contemplated exclusive Gemini AI deals with Android makers
At a US antitrust trial, it was revealed that Google considered exclusive deals with Android makers like Samsung for its Gemini AI app, Chrome, and search. Prosecutors argue such deals reinforce Google’s search monopoly and hinder AI competition. The Justice Department seeks remedies, including possibly forcing Google to sell Chrome.
ChatGPT Search gains ground in Europe; could soon face EU scrutiny under DSA: Report
OpenAI began publishing usage metrics to comply with the Digital Services Act, the EU’s sweeping regulation aimed at increasing transparency and accountability among online platforms. The law defines monthly active recipients as users who engage with a service at least once in a given period, including by viewing or interacting with content.
From Messi to Trump, AI action figures are the rage
The figurines aren't real, but thanks to ChatGPT's new image generator they look genuine, and they are flooding platforms from TikTok to LinkedIn.
Perplexity AI in talks to integrate assistant into Samsung, Motorola phones
Perplexity AI is pushing to expand its presence on smartphones, securing a deal with Motorola to preload its assistant and in early talks with Samsung for deeper integration. Backed by Samsung’s investment arm, Perplexity aims to boost brand visibility and challenge AI leaders like Google and OpenAI, targeting an $18 billion valuation.
OpenAI introduces o3, o4-mini reasoning models
OpenAI o3 is the flagship reasoning model by the AI platform, capable of processing complex queries requiring multi-faceted analysis. Meanwhile, o4-mini has been optimised for fast, cost-efficient reasoning in math, coding, and visual tasks, allowing it higher usage limits than o3. Access for both models have been opened for some users.
OpenAI unveils technology that can 'reason' with images
Unlike early versions of its ChatGPT chatbot, these reasoning systems spend a significant amount of time "thinking" about a question before answering, rather than providing an instant response. The systems are part of a wider effort to build AI that can reason through complex tasks. Companies like Google, Meta and DeepSeek, a Chinese startup, are developing similar technologies.
OpenAI in talks to buy Windsurf for about $3 billion: Report
Windsurf was in talks with investors such as Kleiner Perkins and General Catalyst to raise funding at a $3 billion valuation, the report added. It closed a $150 million funding round led by General Catalyst last year, valuing it at $1.25 billion.
OpenAI Just Dropped an Image Library for ChatGPT — Here’s How You Can Start Using It Today
Unable to find your AI-generated image on ChatGPT? OpenAI has now come up with an image library where users can easily access all their photographs. The latest feature has been made available for all Free, Plus and Pro users of the company. It can be accessed on the Web, along with iOS or Android devices as well.
AI, Netflix, and chill: Is the struggle to find the perfect show to watch finally coming to an end?
Netflix is testing an AI-powered search tool that understands natural language, moods, and preferences to recommend shows and movies more intuitively. Currently being trialled in Australia and New Zealand on iOS devices, the feature uses OpenAI technology and will soon expand to the U.S. It aims to end the endless scrolling and bring a more personalized ‘Netflix and chill’ experience.
Teachers worry about students using AI, but they love it for themselves
Over the past two years, companies working at the nexus of artificial intelligence and education have raised $1.5 billion, according to an analysis by Reach Capital, the venture firm. The biggest players in education technology, like Google, Microsoft and Khan Academy, are also heavily promoting AI for student research, tutoring and teacher lesson planning.
After Ghibli art trend, Barbie Box challenge breaks the internet: How to create your AI doll avatar?
The Barbie Box Challenge is a viral AI trend where users turn their photos into digital Barbie-style dolls using tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E. Inspired by childhood nostalgia and boosted by the 2023 Barbie movie, the trend allows full customization with accessories and slogans, mimicking action-figure packaging. Popular across Instagram and TikTok, it has sparked both praise for its creativity and criticism over AI’s ethical and environmental impact.
Freud at your fingertips: Many people are using ChatGPT as their therapist. Is there a business opportunity in AI-powered therapy?
As AI chatbots become increasingly sophisticated, individuals are exploring their potential as therapeutic tools, with some even preferring them over human interaction due to accessibility and perceived lack of judgment. While experts acknowledge the benefits of AI in mental health, particularly for managing documentation and providing initial support, concerns remain about emotional detachment and the potential erosion of interpersonal skills.
‘ChatGPT is going to make me end it’: Frustrated accountant vents over boss blindly trusting AI
An accountant is frustrated because his CEO relies on ChatGPT for financial advice instead of consulting him. The accountant finds ChatGPT's answers inaccurate and worries about the impact on workplace morale. He is now actively seeking a new job due to the CEO's over-reliance on AI, highlighting the challenges of AI dependence without human oversight.
What AI tools are people secretly using to make office work easy? Professionals share their hacks
A recent Reddit thread shed light on underrated AI tools that professionals are using to quietly boost their productivity. While ChatGPT remains popular, users highlighted tools like Gamma for creating presentations, Napkin.ai for organizing thoughts, n8n and fal.ai for automating workflows, and Perplexity AI for deep research. Some shared how these tools save them hours daily, especially in handling routine tasks like summarizing Slack threads. However, others expressed skepticism or noted company restrictions on AI use.
Google launches new Ironwood chip to speed AI applications
Google's tensor processing units (TPUs) can only be used by the company's own engineers or through its cloud service and have given its internal AI effort an edge over some rivals. For at least one generation Google split its TPU family of chips into a version that's tuned for building large AI models from scratch.
Apple Intelligence is now available in India. Here are the features you must check out
Apple Intelligence is now available in India; iOS 18.4 also enables 10 new native languages in India. Here are the features that users must check-out
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