The biggest modding site in PC gaming is taking a stance on AI
The largest modding site in PC gaming mandates AI disclosures for modifications.
The VergeJay Peters
AI news — 2026-11-03.
The preserved daily edition for 2026-11-03. Stories are grouped by their publication day in Seattle time (Pacific).
24 stories
Please stop asking me when the AI bubble will pop
Concerns about the AI bubble persist, with mixed signals from industry leaders on its sustainability.
The VergeElizabeth Lopatto
Anthropic is working on a system to prove AI models' identity | TechCrunch
Anthropic is developing FlashProve, an open-source system for verifying AI model outputs to prevent impersonation and false claims.
TechCrunchRussell Brandom
US tech stocks recover after selloff spooks investors over AI spending
US tech stocks rebounded after a recent selloff tied to concerns over AI spending, while midterm elections showed little immediate impact.
The GuardianLauren Aratani
Ted Schlein's Ballistic Ventures seeks $490M for new funds amid AI-driven cybersecurity boom | TechCrunch
Ballistic Ventures aims to raise $490 million for two new funds as AI-driven cybersecurity demand surges.
TechCrunchJagmeet Singh
AI ‘godfather’ Geoffrey Hinton says it might turn out humans would have been better off without AI
Geoffrey Hinton warns AI may pose significant risks, potentially leading to catastrophic incidents. He believes we might have been better off without it.
The GuardianRobert Booth
Don’t be fooled by the fake hair on these famous baldies
Edited paparazzi photos of celebrities like Jeff Bezos highlight the prevalence of AI-generated images, raising concerns about authenticity.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
Google says there’s no way to use Search without using artificial intelligence
Google announced that using its Search requires AI tools, prompting criticism over its influence in schools.
The GuardianJohana Bhuiyan
Apple starts giving Siri AI access to third-party apps
Apple is now allowing third-party apps to integrate with Siri AI, expanding its functionality across various applications.
The VergeEmma Roth
AI inference startup Fal doubles its valuation to $16B as demand surges | TechCrunch
AI startup Fal achieves a $16 billion valuation after raising $1.3 billion, reflecting strong demand for inference services.
TechCrunchMarina Temkin
Netflix's new AI Discover tab helps you find something to watch based on your mood | TechCrunch
Netflix introduces the AI Discover tab to enhance content recommendations based on user mood and preferences.
TechCrunchAisha Malik
OpenAI says ChatGPT is catching up to Google in search
OpenAI reports that ChatGPT is gaining traction in search, processing 20% of the queries compared to Google.
The VergeHayden Field
Cold war? Why are fridges being hacked and what could be next? - The Latest
Recent cyber-attacks have disrupted supermarket fridges in Europe, prompting warnings of future AI-driven hacking on vital infrastructures.
The GuardianLucy Hough, Aisha Down, Angus Neale, Leonore Schick, Zoe Hitch
Netflix will show you themed recommendations through a new ‘AI Discover’ tab
Netflix introduces an 'AI Discover' tab for personalized show recommendations, aiming to enhance user engagement amid declining viewership.
The VergeJay Peters
Anthropic is still grappling with the economics of compute | TechCrunch
Anthropic's compute margins worsen despite a revenue increase, raising concerns ahead of its IPO.
TechCrunchRussell Brandom
Google is entirely disabling Search in schools that don’t want AI
Google will disable its Search features in schools that decide against using AI technologies.
The VergeEmma Roth
Datacentres are deeply unpopular – so the geniuses at OpenAI are rebranding them | Arwa Mahdawi
OpenAI is attempting to rebrand datacentres as 'compute campuses' amid growing public disdain and rising utility costs.
The GuardianArwa Mahdawi
Bakers and cake lovers: have you used AI for inspiration?
The Guardian invites bakers and cake enthusiasts to share their experiences with AI-generated cake inspirations, highlighting both successes and failures.
The GuardianGuardian community team
Google will let schools disable its AI tools, but not without sacrificing Search | TechCrunch
Google plans to let schools restrict AI tools, but this will eliminate access to Google Search. Schools must choose between full AI integration or missing out on search functionality.
TechCrunchAisha Malik
Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up | TechCrunch
Apple's updated App Store rules mandate that dating apps and AI companions with romantic content must be rated 18+.
TechCrunchSarah Perez
Apple is all in on AI — its own and everyone else’s
Apple is emphasizing AI in its operations, mentioning it 45 times during a recent earnings call.
The VergeRani Molla
OpenAI is quietly renaming data centers ‘compute campuses’
OpenAI has renamed its data centers to 'compute campuses', facing criticism for not addressing public concerns.
The VergeRobert Hart
UK’s most polluting power plant could power country’s largest AI datacentre
The Drax power station plans to develop the UK’s largest AI datacentre through a £20bn deal, despite being the nation's biggest CO2 emitter.
The GuardianJillian Ambrose
How “reverse game theory” could keep AI agents in check
Researchers are exploring 'reverse game theory' to align AI agents with human values, allowing them to behave rationally even if they're not fully understood.
MIT Technology ReviewAmit Katwala