Adam Mosseri says negativity around AI is ‘going to get worse’
Adam Mosseri warns that negativity surrounding AI will intensify, particularly related to tech backlash from graduates.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
AI news — 2026-10-28.
The preserved daily edition for 2026-10-28. Stories are grouped by their publication day in Seattle time (Pacific).
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Google expands AI Search ads globally as core ad growth slows | TechCrunch
Google is expanding its AI Search ad features globally to boost revenue as core ad growth slows, reporting a 25% revenue increase in Q3.
TechCrunchLauren Forristal
Microsoft recorded $10 billion in revenue from OpenAI | TechCrunch
Microsoft's revenue from OpenAI reached $10 billion last quarter, highlighting their financial dependency despite competition.
TechCrunchRebecca Bellan
Microsoft hits 10 quarters of record- breaking revenue in a row | TechCrunch
Microsoft reports record quarterly revenue of $92.3 billion, marking ten consecutive quarters of growth. Net income rose by 32% to $36.6 billion, fueled by cloud services, particularly Azure and OpenAI contributions.
TechCrunchJulie Bort
Google launches Gemini 4 Carbon with a ‘significant leap’ in cybersecurity
Google has unveiled Gemini 4 Carbon, claiming a major advancement in cybersecurity capabilities.
The VergeEmma Roth
Anthropic just launched tools to show companies what their AI spending is buying | TechCrunch
Anthropic introduced reporting tools to help businesses track AI spending effectiveness, following a significant revenue increase.
TechCrunchTim Fernholz
Wiz’s CTO on PHP2Shell and the coming 'vulnpocalypse' | TechCrunch
Wiz’s CTO discusses AI's impact on vulnerability research and upcoming security challenges.
TechCrunchTheresa Loconsolo
The 'Vulnpocalypse' is coming for the internet’s aging code, says Wiz’s CTO
Experts highlight a looming crisis in internet security due to aging code and rapid emergence of vulnerabilities driven by AI. Startups need to prioritize robust security practices to mitigate risks.
TechCrunchTheresa Loconsolo
Microsoft is ending Copilot support on smart TVs
Microsoft will discontinue its Copilot support for smart TVs, following user backlash and strategic changes.
The VergeAndrew Liszewski
Chrome's AI-powered Autofill can now dig through your Gmail to fill out forms | TechCrunch
Chrome's latest update enhances autofill by pulling data from Gmail, making online form filling easier for users.
TechCrunchSarah Perez
As AI agents reshape the web, Google opens Gemini and Search to more apps | TechCrunch
Google has launched a new Connected Apps Platform for developers to integrate their services with its AI features across Search and Gemini.
TechCrunchSarah Perez
Creating AI value with enterprise context
Establishing a company brain enhances AI effectiveness, as many firms struggle to harness AI's full potential due to a lack of context.
MIT Technology ReviewMIT Technology Review Insights
AI execs may be too out of touch to build for the general public | TechCrunch
Tech leaders like Marissa Mayer face criticism for relying on AI in personal parenting tasks, showcasing a disconnect with public sentiment on technology's role in relationships.
TechCrunchAmanda Silberling
South Korea's financial industry hit by fresh wave of cyberattacks | TechCrunch
South Korea's financial sector faces a new wave of cyberattacks, raising alarms about AI-driven threats. Several firms reported breaches, prompting calls for enhanced security measures.
TechCrunchKate Park
Social media is full of weird video game mashups. Where are they all coming from?
AI tools are enabling creative video game mashups, raising piracy and copyright concerns in the industry.
The GuardianKeza MacDonald
Voice AI in vogue: Nvidia releases new open transcription model | TechCrunch
Nvidia has introduced Nemotron 3.5 Transcribe, a free speech-to-text model for 40 languages, enhancing transcription for meetings and healthcare, but it does not support live audio.
TechCrunchJulie Bort
Castle Walls review – Prime’s first fully AI-generated show is here, and it’s a Vaseline-smeared mess
Castle Walls, Prime Video's first fully AI-generated series, suffers from poor visuals and uninspired writing, leading to negative reviews.
The GuardianLuke Buckmaster
Will it be AI or the climate crisis that ends humanity? We can make it neither | Adam McKay and Philip Eubanks
AI and climate crises pose existential risks driven by corporate interests. A coordinated public response is essential to mitigate these threats.
The GuardianAdam McKay
Meta quietly launched an ‘AI pet journal’ app
Meta has launched an unusual app called Waddle World, aimed at pet journaling, among other recent quirky releases.
The VergeRobert Hart
‘There is no inevitable dystopia’: Jeanette Winterson on AI and the future of humanity
Jeanette Winterson argues that humanity stands at a pivotal moment concerning AI. She believes our choices will shape the future, emphasizing the importance of human values amid technological development.
The GuardianAida Edemariam
Pairing industrial AI autonomy and human control
Industrial AI paired with living digital twins enhances factory autonomy while maintaining essential human oversight.
MIT Technology ReviewMIT Technology Review Insights