YouTube sues Snap over alleged copyright infringement in AI model training
2026-01-27

YouTubers sue Snap for allegedly using their videos to train AI features without permission, joining similar lawsuits against other tech giants over..

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Voice AI Engine and OpenAI Partner LiveKit Valued at $1 Billion
2026-01-23

LiveKit, a real-time AI voice/video infrastructure provider, raised $100 million at a $1 billion valuation. The funding round, led by Index..

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Apple is Transforming Siri into a More ChatGPT-like AI Assistant
2026-01-23

Apple plans to overhaul Siri into an AI chatbot integrated into iPhones and Macs, with typing and voice support, set for a June unveiling and..

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Adobe Developing IP-Secure Generative AI Models for Entertainment Industry
2026-01-23

Adobe collaborates with studios to launch Firefly Foundry, a private generative AI model trained on client-owned IP for secure video and 3D asset..

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OpenAI CMO Addresses 'Woke AI' Allegations, Cites Co-founder Brockman's $25M MAGA Donation
2026-01-23

OpenAI marketing head Kate Ruch countered claims of the company being "woke AI" by stating that some executives, including a co-founder, support..

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Google Acquires Hume AI's Voice AI Startup Team
2026-01-23

Google DeepMind acquires Hume AI's CEO and engineers to enhance Gemini's voice capabilities, as major AI firms increasingly target voice technology..

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Google's AI Model Now Accesses Gmail and Photos for Personalized Responses
2026-01-23

Google's AI Mode now integrates "Personal Intelligence," using Gmail and Photos data to deliver personalized responses and recommendations. This..

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Google Launches Free SAT Practice Test Powered by Gemini
2026-01-23

Google launches free SAT practice exams using Gemini AI to help students prepare. The tool analyzes results and explains mistakes, aiming to make..

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Adobe Acrobat Converts PDFs to Podcasts with AI
2026-01-22

Adobe adds generative AI to Acrobat for audio/video summaries and chat-based PDF editing via Acrobat Studio.

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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Ads, Charging by Views Instead of Clicks
2026-01-22

OpenAI launches ad service on ChatGPT with CPM pricing, aiming to boost revenue for its massive $100B fundraising push.

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Todoist App Now Allows AI Dialogue for Adding Tasks to To-Do List
2026-01-22

Todoist launches Ramble, an AI voice-to-task feature that converts natural speech into organized tasks with details like deadlines and priorities...

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Anthropic Unveils New AI "Constitution" for Claude
2026-01-22

Anthropic updates Claude Charter with clearer directives for safety and ethics, now under CC0 license for public use.

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Apple Reportedly Developing AI Wearable to Compete with OpenAI
2026-01-22

Apple developing AI wearable pin with cameras and microphones, targeting 2027 launch amid OpenAI's hardware plans.

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YouTube to Allow Creators to Use AI Avatars for Shorts Production
2026-01-22

YouTube CEO announces creators can soon use AI personas to produce Shorts, aiming to enhance expression while combating low-quality AI content.

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OpenAI Plans to Launch First Device, Possibly Headphones, in 2026
2026-01-22

OpenAI plans to launch its first hardware device, codenamed "Sweet Pea," in H2 2025. Reports suggest it could be screenless earbuds with a custom..

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Google Updates Android Voice Search Interface for Enhanced User Experience
2026-01-22

Google redesigns Android's voice search interface, phasing out the old disembodied face for a modern, Gemini-powered look. The update enhances..

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Emerging AI Startup Humans& Raises $480M Backed by Nvidia and GV
2026-01-21

AI startup Humans& raised $480M in seed funding at a $4.48B valuation. Led by SV Angel and Google's GV, it aims to develop neural networks for..

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Harness Launches "Human-Like" Site Reliability Engineering Agent
2026-01-21

Harness launches AI Scribe, a conversational AI tool that accelerates incident resolution by synthesizing team discussions and operational signals..

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WhatsApp Tests Group Voice and Video Calling on Web Version
2026-01-21

WhatsApp Web is testing group voice and video calls directly in browsers, aiming to replicate mobile features like multi-participant calls and..

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AI Inference Startup Baseten Reaches $5 Billion Valuation in $300 Million Nvidia-Backed Funding Round
2026-01-21

AI infrastructure startup Baseten Labs raised $300M, valuing it at $5B. The round was co-led by IVP and Google's CapitalG, with Nvidia investing..

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