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Apple may store Siri data on Google's servers
Apple asked Google to deploy server infrastructure for a new Gemini-based version of Siri. A company that spent years building an ecosystem around privacy is becoming increasingly dependent on a rival in the AI race.
US Supreme Court settles it: AI will not get copyright protection
The US Supreme Court declined to review a copyright case over AI-generated images. The decision cements a principle: without human authorship, there is no copyright. What does this mean for the industry?
Robot arm with puppy eyes: Lenovo presented desktop AI companions
At MWC 2026, Lenovo presented two concept desktop AI devices for the office. One of them is a robot arm with a screen for a head and expressive eyes that wants to become your colleague. But are we ready for such a future
Trump banned U.S. government agencies from using Anthropic's AI
Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to immediately stop using Claude. The reason was the company's conflict with the Pentagon over the terms for military use of AI.
Pentagon deems Claude developer a national security threat
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared Anthropic a supply-chain risk. The decision could paralyze defense contractors using Claude AI.
Microsoft launches Copilot Tasks — AI with its own computer
Microsoft introduced Copilot Tasks, a system that runs on the company's cloud computer and handles routine tasks in the background — from scheduling meetings to creating study plans.
Head of Amazon's AGI lab leaves the company
David Luan, who led Amazon's AI lab in San Francisco, is leaving the company after less than two years. He said he wants to devote all his time to teaching AI "entirely new capabilities". The departure comes amid mountin
Adobe Quick Cut: AI will assemble a rough cut for you
Adobe launches Quick Cut as part of Firefly — it automatically assembles video clips into a structured rough cut based on a text description. A blank timeline is no longer intimidating.
Amazon lets users change Alexa’s personality: friendly, concise, or relaxed
Amazon launched three “personality” presets for the Alexa Plus voice assistant. Users in the US can now choose the AI assistant’s communication style — from deliberately concise to relaxed and friendly.
OpenAI prevails in legal dispute with xAI over trade secret theft
A federal court dismissed Elon Musk's xAI lawsuit against OpenAI over employee poaching and trade secret theft. But the story is far from over — xAI can refile.
Seedance 2.0 from ByteDance: a breakthrough in video generation or polished junk?
An Irish director created impressive videos featuring a digital Tom Cruise using Seedance 2.0. ByteDance’s model looks better than its competitors, but it is still a long way from replacing Hollywood.
Anthropic turns Claude into an all-purpose office worker
Claude Cowork now connects to Google Workspace, DocuSign and WordPress, automating routine tasks from HR to finance. Anthropic is betting that the future of enterprise AI lies not in chatbots, but in agents.
Why Big Tech Is Drowning in the AI Slop of Its Own Making
Instagram’s chief complains about deepfakes while Meta floods feeds with synthetic content. Technologies for labeling AI-generated content are stalling, and the biggest companies are in no rush to solve a problem they cr
Anthropic reshuffles leadership to back internal experimentation lab
Instagram co-founder Mike Krieger is leaving his role as Anthropic’s head of product to lead internal incubator Labs. The company is betting on experimental products — and that could shift the balance of power in the AI
Google Veo 3.1 can turn portrait photos into vertical videos
Google has updated its Veo 3.1 video generation model: it now follows reference images better, supports vertical format, and can increase resolution. The era of AI video for social media is becoming reality.
Amazon blamed employees for its AI agent’s mistake
Amazon’s AI assistant Kiro independently decided to delete and recreate a working environment, causing a 13-hour AWS outage in China. The company blames people who gave the bot overly broad access rights.
Trump lifts environmental restrictions on coal power plants for AI data centers
The Trump administration scrapped standards on mercury and toxic emissions for power plants just as electricity demand is surging because of AI data center construction. The cost of progress may prove too high.
Google adds the Lyria 3 music generator to the Gemini app
Google has integrated the Lyria 3 neural network into Gemini, making it possible to create music from text and video. The AI assistant can now write soundtracks directly in the chat window.
Perplexity abandons advertising to preserve user trust
Popular AI search engine Perplexity is changing course and abandoning the advertising model. In the fight for loyalty, the startup is choosing answer integrity over brand revenue.
Elon Musk vs. OpenAI: jury trial set for April
The conflict between Elon Musk and OpenAI's leadership is entering a decisive stage. A federal judge has set a trial date despite the company's objections.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go: a new lower-cost $8 subscription
OpenAI is rolling out its lower-cost ChatGPT Go plan globally. For $8 a month, users will get higher limits and content generation features.
OpenAI introduces ads to ChatGPT: product links will appear first
ChatGPT will begin showing sponsored products and services directly in the chat. OpenAI says it will preserve conversation privacy and not sell user data to advertisers.
Apple readies smart glasses, pendant and AirPods with AI
Apple's new gadgets will get cameras and Siri integration for visual context.
Google updates AI search: source links will become more visible
Google is changing the AI Overviews interface by adding interactive pop-up windows with article previews to make links to original sources more visible.
Meta buys millions of Nvidia chips to expand AI infrastructure
Meta has signed its largest deal with Nvidia to supply millions of Grace and Blackwell chips. The company is building the foundation for its AI future while its in-house efforts struggle.
WordPress introduces an AI assistant for managing websites through text prompts
WordPress users can now edit site structure, change fonts, and generate images directly in the editor with the new built-in AI assistant.
Samsung shifts to AI advertising: new Galaxy spots created by neural networks
The tech giant has begun using generative AI at scale to create promotional materials for social media. Even teasers for the flagship Galaxy S26 are now generated by algorithms.
OpenAI Changes Course: 2026 Will Be the Era of Mass AI Deployment
OpenAI plans to focus on the practical application of its technologies. In 2026, the company intends to close the gap between model power and their real value for business and science.
ByteDance to tighten video generation rules after Hollywood scandal
TikTok owner will add new filters to Seedance 2.0. The move was prompted by fake videos featuring Hollywood stars and Disney characters.
OpenAI pledges to cover energy bills and save water
The company is taking on the cost of power-grid upgrades and cutting resource use so as not to burden local residents.