Microsoft is testing a new shopping feature called Copilot Checkout within its AI assistant. It lets users in the US search for and buy items without leaving the chat, using a protocol developed by OpenAI and Stripe.
AMD’s SVP Rahul Tikoo claims their upcoming Strix Halo “Ryzen AI Max” processors will outperform Intel’s Panther Lake with its 12-core Xe GPU. He accuses Intel of comparing their highest-end part to AMD’s mid-range. However, the high cost of Strix Halo systems could leave the mainstream market wide
TCL is pushing AI as the central operating system for the entire home, from a 10,000-nit TV to smart appliances and a companion robot. The vision is ambitious, but turning a TV brand into a home AI overlord is a massive challenge. Here’s what they showed off and why it might be a tough sell.
Google is rolling out a massive AI update to Gmail, powered by Gemini. The changes include free features like AI Overviews for summarizing threads, but lock advanced tools behind a new paid subscription tier. It’s a fundamental shift for the inbox used by three billion people.
Nvidia is changing its payment terms for Chinese clients ordering its powerful H200 GPUs. Customers must now pay the full amount upfront and cannot cancel orders or request refunds, a stark departure from previous deposit-based policies.
A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI will proceed to a jury trial scheduled for March 2026. Musk alleges the company betrayed its non-profit founding mission. The outcome could reshape how AI companies are structured.
The cybersecurity forecast for 2026 is grim, with experts predicting AI will supercharge threats. Expect a rise in AI malware, CEO deepfakes, and a new focus on “AI outages” that cripple business operations. The rush to adopt agentic AI and fragmented cloud data is creating massive new vulnerabiliti
Elon Musk’s legal battle against OpenAI is headed to a jury trial in March. The lawsuit centers on his claim that the AI giant violated its founding nonprofit mission. OpenAI calls the suit “baseless” and part of a pattern of harassment.
A new report argues that the wave of AI-driven layoffs is more fiction than fact. The data shows most job cuts are due to standard economic conditions, not automation.
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a separate, sandboxed tab within ChatGPT designed for health-related questions. The company is encouraging users to connect personal medical records and wellness apps for personalized responses. Access is currently via a waitlist as it begins a beta rollout.
