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Altman Testifies in Musk's OpenAI Lawsuit
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, took the stand in the ongoing trial against Elon Musk, defending the company's direction after Musk's departure in 2018. Musk has accused Altman of misusing a $38 million donation intended for OpenAI's nonprofit mission, while Altman claims Musk abandoned the organization, leading to its current for-profit valuation of over $850 billion.
Show moreAdobe Premiere Coming to Android Soon
Adobe Premiere is set to launch on Android this summer, expanding its availability beyond iOS. The app will feature exclusive templates and effects tailored for YouTube Shorts, marking a significant enhancement for video editing on Android devices. This launch follows the discontinuation of Premiere Rush, indicating a strategic shift in Adobe's mobile video editing offerings.
Show moreAmazon Launches Alexa for Shopping AI Assistant
Amazon has introduced Alexa for Shopping, a new AI-powered assistant designed to enhance the shopping experience on its platform. This assistant replaces the previous Rufus chatbot and offers features such as personalized recommendations, price tracking, and a 'Buy for Me' option for purchases across various online retailers. Available to U.S. customers, Alexa for Shopping aims to streamline and automate shopping tasks for users.
Show moreSpotify Launches 'Party of the Year(s)' Feature
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Spotify has introduced a new feature called 'Party of the Year(s)' that recaps users' entire music streaming history. This feature allows users to explore unique stats, including their first song streamed and their all-time most-listened-to artist, along with a playlist of their top 120 tracks. Available for a limited time, users can access it by searching for 'Spotify 20' in the app or on the website.
Show moreJensen Huang Joins Trump on Pivotal China Summit
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has joined President Donald Trump on Air Force One for a crucial summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meeting, set to focus primarily on trade issues, comes amid ongoing U.S. restrictions on Nvidia's chip sales to China, highlighting the importance of technology in U.S.-China relations.
Show moreGoogle Reaffirms Commitment to Chromebooks Amid New AI Laptop Launch
Following the announcement of its new AI-native laptops, Googlebooks, Google has reaffirmed its commitment to Chromebooks, particularly for enterprise and education sectors. The company will provide 10 years of automatic updates for ChromeOS, ensuring long-term reliability for users. Additionally, many existing Chromebooks will be eligible for a transition to the new experience.
Show moreAnduril's Valuation Hits $61 Billion
Anduril Industries has successfully raised $5 billion in a Series H funding round, resulting in a valuation surge to $61 billion. This significant financial boost comes as the company reported a revenue increase to $2.2 billion in 2025, reflecting its strong growth in the defense technology sector.
Show moreAnthropic Enhances AI Offerings for Legal Sector
Anthropic has launched a suite of twelve new AI tools aimed at legal professionals, including features for reviewing vendor agreements and bar exam preparation. The updated Claude chatbot will integrate with popular legal software such as DocuSign and Thomson Reuters, enhancing its utility for lawyers and law firms.
Show moreAmazon Expands 30-Minute Delivery Service Nationwide
Amazon has launched its ultrafast 30-minute delivery service, Amazon Now, in several major U.S. cities, including Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Seattle. The service offers a wide selection of items, such as groceries and electronics, available for delivery at any time, significantly enhancing Amazon's competitive edge in the delivery market.
Show moreWhatsApp Launches Incognito Chat with Meta AI
WhatsApp has introduced a new incognito mode for its Meta AI chatbot, enhancing user privacy by ensuring that conversations are not saved and disappear after the chat is closed. This feature, which operates under WhatsApp's Private Processing scheme, is currently text-only but will expand to support images and voice in the future. The incognito mode will be available on both WhatsApp and the standalone Meta AI app over the next few months.
Show moreMeta Launches Instants for Ephemeral Sharing
Meta has unveiled Instants, a new app and Instagram feature designed for ephemeral photo sharing. Users can share spontaneous, unfiltered photos that vanish after being viewed, encouraging more organic interactions. The standalone app is currently available on iOS and Android in select countries and allows users to reshare photos as recaps in Instagram Stories, with content saved for a year.
Show moreRansomware Attack Disrupts Foxconn Manufacturing
Foxconn, a major electronics manufacturer for Apple, Google, and Nvidia, has confirmed a ransomware attack that affected its North American production facilities. The group Nitrogen claims to have stolen 8 TB of data and is threatening to leak sensitive information unless a ransom is paid. Operations at the impacted factories in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, and Houston, Texas were disrupted, leading to a complete network collapse.
Show moreAnthropic Surpasses OpenAI in Business AI Adoption
For the first time, Anthropic has overtaken OpenAI in the number of business customers, with 34.4% of companies now utilizing Anthropic's services compared to 32.3% for OpenAI. This shift comes as Anthropic's customer base skyrocketed from 9% to 35% over the past year, while OpenAI experienced a decline in its market share.
Show moreNvidia Partners with British AI Startup for Next-Gen Development
Nvidia has announced a strategic partnership with Ineffable Intelligence, a British startup focused on advancing AI systems through reinforcement learning. Founded by David Silver, a former lead at Google DeepMind, Ineffable Intelligence recently raised $1.1 billion in seed funding to support its innovative projects.
Show moreOpenAI Launches New Venture to Boost AI Adoption
OpenAI has announced the formation of the OpenAI Deployment Company, a new venture aimed at accelerating AI adoption in corporations, backed by over $4 billion in initial funding. The initiative coincides with OpenAI's acquisition of Tomoro, which adds 150 AI specialists to enhance corporate AI integration.
Show moreMicrosoft Aims for $92 Billion Return on OpenAI Investment
Microsoft has set a target of $92 billion in returns from its early investments in OpenAI, with CEO Satya Nadella highlighting the strategic risks taken in these ventures. During the ongoing trial involving Elon Musk, Nadella also stated that Musk never expressed concerns about Microsoft's financial involvement with OpenAI, despite Musk's lawsuit alleging a breach of charitable trust.
Show moreApple Maps Set to Launch Ads This Summer
Apple Maps will introduce advertisements in the US and Canada starting this summer, following the iOS 26.5 update. Ads will be prominently displayed at the top of search results and in the 'Suggested Places' section, while Apple emphasizes that user privacy will be a priority, ensuring location data remains unlinked to Apple Accounts.
Show moreSamsung Unveils One UI 9 Beta with Android 17 for Galaxy S26
Samsung has launched the One UI 9 beta, which is based on Android 17, specifically for its Galaxy S26 devices. This update introduces enhanced customization options for the Quick Panel and new features in Samsung Notes, including creative tools like decorative tapes. The beta program is currently available in select regions, including Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US.
Show moreThis is why Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER) is a Top AI Stock, according to Billionaire David Tepper
Billionaire David Tepper has identified Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE: UBER) as a leading AI stock for 2026, prompting analysts at Stifel to raise their price target from $94 to $102. This adjustment follows Uber's impressive first-quarter results, where gross bookings growth surpassed 21% for the third quarter in a row, driven by a capital-efficient approach to autonomous vehicles and AI integration across its services.
Show moreAlibaba's Sales Fall Short of Projections
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. reported disappointing earnings, with revenue increasing by only 3% to 243.4 billion yuan, falling short of analyst expectations of 246.5 billion yuan. Despite the revenue miss, the company's net income nearly doubled to 25.5 billion yuan, largely due to gains from equity investments. This performance comes amid growing scrutiny from investors regarding the returns on significant AI investments made by Alibaba and its competitor Tencent.
Show moreX launches a History tab for bookmarks, likes, videos, and articles
X has introduced a History tab that aggregates bookmarks, likes, videos, and articles, making it easier for users to access their saved content. Currently available on iOS, this feature allows users to revisit previously viewed content, even if they did not save it explicitly. By consolidating these features, X aims to enhance user engagement and promote its long-form article format, positioning itself as a more comprehensive content platform.
Show moreCoupa bets big on AI, optimization as supply chains face new volatility
At the Coupa Inspire 2026 conference in Las Vegas, the company unveiled a significant push into AI-driven supply chain management, introducing new products like Coupa Compose and acquiring Rossum to enhance its capabilities. CEO Leagh Turner emphasized the importance of automation and AI in navigating the complexities of global supply chains, stating that the future advantage lies in intelligence and orchestration rather than sheer effort.
Show moreThis is why Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER) is a Top AI Stock, according to Billionaire David Tepper
Billionaire David Tepper has identified Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE: UBER) as a leading AI stock for 2026, prompting analysts at Stifel to raise their price target from $94 to $102. This adjustment follows Uber's impressive first-quarter results, where gross bookings growth surpassed 21% for the third quarter in a row, driven by a capital-efficient approach to autonomous vehicles and AI integration across its services.
Show moreMark Zuckerberg announces ‘completely private’ encrypted Meta AI chat
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced the launch of Incognito Chat, a new AI chat feature that promises complete privacy by not storing any conversation logs. Unlike other AI chatbots, which may retain temporary chat data, Incognito Chat utilizes end-to-end encryption, ensuring that not even Meta can access user conversations. This feature is set to roll out in both WhatsApp and the Meta AI app over the coming months.
Show moreRivian spinoff Mind Robotics raises another $400M
Mind Robotics, a spinoff from Rivian, has successfully raised an additional $400 million to advance its development of industrial robotics aimed at automating factory operations. This funding round, led by Kleiner Perkins, comes just two months after a $500 million raise, bringing the total funding to over $1 billion and valuing the company at more than $3 billion. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, who chairs Mind Robotics, founded the company to address gaps in the automation capabilities of existing startups.
Show moreOrigin Lab raises $8M to help video game companies sell data to world-model builders
Origin Lab has announced an $8 million seed funding round led by Lightspeed Ventures to create a marketplace connecting video game companies with AI labs that require training data. Co-founder Anne-Margot Rodde highlighted that video games contain valuable data about physical interactions, which is essential for developing world models in AI. By facilitating the sale of this data, Origin Lab aims to help both game developers monetize their assets and AI labs access high-quality training sets.
Show moreWhy this unheralded AI stock can go higher despite its recent massive rally
Qnity Electronics experienced a slight pullback after a significant rally, where its shares surged nearly 10% following a strong earnings report. Despite this recent dip, the stock has more than doubled in value this year, with analysts raising their price targets to around $180. The company remains underfollowed on Wall Street, suggesting potential for further growth as more analysts may initiate coverage.
Show moreExplained: What is a perpetual DEX? A Wall Street primer featuring Decibel
Decibel Foundation is at the forefront of the evolving trading landscape with its perpetual decentralized exchanges (DEXs), which allow for continuous trading of perpetual futures contracts without expiration. Built on the Aptos blockchain for optimal speed, these DEXs aim to streamline trading by removing traditional intermediaries and enhancing market access for investors. As global markets shift towards around-the-clock trading, Decibel's innovations could redefine how assets are traded across various sectors, including crypto and commodities.
Show moreOpenAI Brings Its Ass to Court
The Musk v. Altman trial commenced with OpenAI attempting to introduce a gold statue depicting a donkey's rear, inscribed with the phrase, 'Never stop being a jackass for safety.' OpenAI's lawyer argued the statue supports their case regarding safety concerns raised by Joshua Achiam during Musk's exit from the company. Musk's lawsuit alleges that OpenAI misappropriated his $38 million donations to build a lucrative business, while OpenAI contends Musk prioritized control over funding a nonprofit.
Show moreAltman details Musk's OpenAI fallout, says nonprofit was 'left for dead'
In the ongoing trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Altman defended his actions, stating that Musk abandoned the nonprofit's mission rather than being betrayed. Altman testified that Musk's departure in 2018 created uncertainty about the company's future, while Musk accused him of misusing funds intended for charitable purposes. The trial highlights the contentious history between the co-founders and the evolution of OpenAI's corporate structure.
Show moreLuma opens Uni-1.1 image model API at prices and quality matching OpenAI and Google
Luma has introduced its Uni-1.1 image model API, enabling developers to generate and edit images via a REST interface. This API competes directly with offerings from OpenAI and Google, ranking 7-8 on Arena. With pricing tiers starting at $0.0404 per image, Luma aims to provide high-quality image outputs at a competitive rate.
Show moreAmazon Puts Alexa Inside the Shopping Search Bar in AI Push
Amazon has announced that it will integrate AI algorithms into its shopping search bar, allowing users to receive product comparisons and suggestions based on their queries. This new feature will be accessible on both the Amazon website and mobile app, marking a significant enhancement in how customers interact with the platform.
Show moreAlibaba's core profit plunges 84% as CEO says return on AI investments are 'extremely clear'
Alibaba reported an 84% drop in its core profit for the March quarter, with adjusted EBITA falling to 5.1 billion yuan. Despite this decline, the company's cloud computing segment thrived, achieving a 38% revenue increase due to strong demand for AI services, prompting CEO Wu to express confidence in the long-term returns from their AI investments.
Show moreNvidia's Jensen Huang bets on this British startup to build 'next frontier' of AI
Nvidia has announced a partnership with the British startup Ineffable Intelligence, founded by former Google DeepMind scientist David Silver, to develop advanced AI systems. This collaboration will focus on reinforcement learning, allowing AI models to learn from experience rather than relying solely on human data, a shift that Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang describes as the next frontier of AI.
Show moreAnduril doubles valuation to over $60 billion as defense tech funding boom continues
Anduril Industries has raised $5 billion in a funding round led by Thrive Capital and Andreessen Horowitz, resulting in a valuation increase to $61 billion. CEO Brian Schimpf emphasized the company's commitment to investing in manufacturing and infrastructure to enhance U.S. defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Show moreChina's AI suppliers can't keep up as critical component shortages hit production
China's AI hardware suppliers are unable to keep pace with soaring demand as they face critical component shortages and insufficient production capacity. Industry experts, like Xiang Xiaotian from Shanghai Chengzhou Investment Management, predict that these bottlenecks will persist throughout 2026. Companies such as Zhongji Innolight and Foxconn are aggressively stockpiling essential materials, but new factories in Thailand and Vietnam have yet to reach the production standards of their Chinese counterparts.
Show moreNo, Android 17’s new 3D emoji are not AI generated
Google has clarified that the new 3D emojis for Android 17 are not generated by AI but are instead 'hand-modeled' creations. Jennifer Daniel, a designer at Google, confirmed that these emojis, which number around 4,000, are crafted by human artists, ensuring a personal touch in their design. The new emojis aim to enhance user expression by adding physicality to digital interactions and will be available on Pixel phones later this year.
Show moreThe Trump phone starts shipping this week, CEO claims
The Trump phone is set to begin shipping this week, according to Trump Mobile's CEO Pat O’Brien, who confirmed that all preorders will be fulfilled within the next few weeks. This announcement follows reports of canceled preorders and comes after a lengthy 11-month delay since the phone's initial announcement, although O’Brien did not provide specific reasons for the delays.
Show moreWhatsApp Adds Meta AI Chats That Are Built to Be Fully Private
WhatsApp has unveiled a new AI chat function called Incognito Chat, allowing users to engage privately with Meta AI without Meta accessing the content of their conversations. This feature leverages WhatsApp's Private Processing scheme, which ensures that only the users involved can see their messages, maintaining the platform's commitment to end-to-end encryption. Incognito Chat is currently limited to text interactions, but WhatsApp plans to expand its capabilities to include image and voice processing in the future.
Show moreMeta launches Instants, a new iPhone app and Instagram feature for ephemeral sharing
Meta has unveiled Instants, a new iPhone app and feature integrated into Instagram designed for ephemeral photo sharing. This tool allows users to share spontaneous, unedited photos that vanish after being viewed, while also enabling them to save these moments in an archive for up to a year. Instants aims to enhance organic social sharing by making it easier for users to connect with friends through casual, everyday moments.
Show moreAirbnb Implements Context-Aware Identity Model to Support Privacy-First Social Features
Airbnb has unveiled a redesigned identity model aimed at bolstering privacy while facilitating new social features within its Experiences platform. This system separates internal user identities from publicly visible profiles, allowing users to engage in shared activities without revealing their global identity. By implementing context-specific profiles, Airbnb ensures that users can only access information relevant to their current interactions, thereby enhancing privacy and security across the platform.
Show moreAlibaba, Tencent Disappoint Investors Hoping for Big AI Payoff
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has reported disappointing sales figures, with revenue rising just 3% to 243.4 billion yuan ($35.8 billion), missing analysts' expectations of 246.5 billion yuan. Despite a significant increase in net income to 25.5 billion yuan, attributed to equity investment gains, concerns linger over the company's ability to leverage its substantial investments in AI for growth.
Show moreApple Maps is launching ads on iPhone soon, here’s what to expect
Apple Maps is set to introduce advertisements this summer, as confirmed by the recent iOS 26.5 update. Users will see ads at the top of search results and within the new 'Suggested Places' feature, both clearly marked to distinguish them from organic content. Apple is promoting this move as part of its commitment to user privacy, ensuring that personal data remains on users' devices and is not shared with third parties.
Show moreNew AI video generation apps are rising from the ashes of OpenAI’s Sora
Following the abrupt discontinuation of OpenAI's Sora video app in March, two new AI video generation apps, Kling AI and AI Video, have rapidly ascended the App Store charts. Kling AI, which has been available for three months, is currently ranked #5 among free apps and leads in the Graphics & Design category, while HUBX's AI Video app holds the #6 spot overall and is the top app in the Photo & Video category, indicating a renewed interest in AI video generation among iPhone users.
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