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Sam Altman says it’s better for RAM to be in a data center than on your desk
Sam Altman believes AI data centers optimize RAM usage better than personal computers, highlighting the ongoing RAM shortage.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
The biggest names in AI are backing a new way to opt out of scraping
Major AI companies are adopting a new protocol allowing individuals to opt out of data scraping.
The VergeEmma Roth
Google’s satellite AI server transmits its first response to Earth
Google's Project Suncatcher satellite transmitted its first response, a haiku about space.
The VergeEmma Roth
Starbucks wants to use AI to show you a ‘personalized digital menu’ at the drive-thru
Starbucks plans to integrate AI to create personalized digital menus for drive-thru customers, enhancing the ordering experience.
The VergeEmma Roth
Pope Leo calls for the disarmament of AI: ‘Machines are tools, not persons’
Pope Leo has urged global bodies to manage AI risks, emphasizing that machines should remain tools, not sentient beings.
The VergeEmma Roth
Silicon Valley wants you to invest in miracles
Silicon Valley's optimism is reflected in Anthropic's S-1 filing, signaling high expectations for AI investments. No article content is available.
The VergeEllen Thomas
Sam Altman sympathizes with mathematicians, but says OpenAI’s math onslaught won’t stop
OpenAI's Sam Altman emphasizes ongoing investments in mathematics, indicating no slowdown in AI advancements despite concerns from the mathematical community.
The VergeRobert Hart
Wikipedia’s operator says a bad AI copyright ruling could threaten the open web
Wikipedia's operators warn that a recent copyright ruling could harm the open web, criticizing both parties involved in the case.
The VergeLauren Feiner
You can generate and edit Google Docs files directly in Gemini chats now
Google Gemini now allows users to generate and edit Google Docs files directly within its app, enhancing productivity by eliminating app-switching.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
Microsoft’s AI future has fewer jobs
Microsoft's future with AI indicates potential job reductions, alongside notable internal changes.
The VergeTom Warren
The NYT Cooking app is testing AI recipe modifications
The NYT Cooking app's AI recipe modification feature is facing mixed reviews from users.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
Can Anthropic really become a $10 trillion company?
Anthropic's IPO filing reveals a potential valuation of up to $2 trillion. Analyst insights highlight growth opportunities and sector challenges for the AI firm.
The VergeNilay Patel
Anthropic’s business plan: Build God or die trying
Anthropic is racing against competitors and high costs, focusing on rapid development of its AI, Claude, to ensure survival.
The VergeElizabeth Lopatto
AI has come for Arizona’s water
Arizona faces an impending water crisis exacerbated by data centers' increasing demand for water.
The VergeGaby Del Valle
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
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
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
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
Researchers are getting tired of OpenAI gatekeeping its breakthroughs
Researchers are becoming frustrated with OpenAI's control over the distribution of its advancements, questioning transparency in sharing knowledge.
The VergeRobert Hart
VisionQuest is what happens when AI really goes rogue
Coverage is limited to metadata only, highlighting an article about AI's potential dangers.
The VergeCharles Pulliam-Moore
Anthropic’s elaborate plan to keep Wall Street at bay
Anthropic's forthcoming IPO is causing concern about maintaining its commitment to safe AI amidst market pressures.
The VergeRobert Hart
Firefox’s Smart Window adds AI form filling and webpage monitoring
Firefox introduces the Smart Window feature, utilizing AI for form filling and webpage monitoring to reduce user workload.
The VergeEmma Roth
Google’s next Genie AI model generates more realistic experiences
Google's new Genie AI model enhances world simulation, creating more immersive, realistic experiences for users.
The VergeJay Peters
Apple is adding an AI chatbot to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers
Apple is integrating an AI assistant into its productivity apps: Pages, Keynote, and Numbers, enhancing content drafting and data organization.
The VergeEmma Roth
OpenAI announces three big science discoveries and a new way to work with academics
OpenAI revealed significant discoveries in mathematics, computer science, and physics, enhancing collaboration with academia.
The VergeRichard Lawler
Anthropic is burning gas to feed the AI boom
Anthropic acknowledges that its reliance on gas for AI development carries financial risks due to climate change concerns.
The VergeJustine Calma
The RealReal won’t let AI agents hog designer clothing
The RealReal is taking measures to prevent AI agents from dominating the designer clothing market.
The VergeMia Sato
Five weird details from Anthropic’s IPO filing
Anthropic's IPO filing includes intriguing aspects such as AI consciousness and executive compensation.
The VergeRobert Hart
Anthropic’s IPO filing lays out a plan to ‘revolutionize every area of human endeavor’ with AI
Anthropic has filed for an IPO, aiming to change various sectors using AI, with plans to list on Nasdaq as 'ANT.'
The VergeRobert Hart
Can AI help solve the COBOL code crisis?
The potential for AI to address the COBOL code crisis is discussed, though significant challenges remain.
The VergeRobert Hart
r/opensource just banned AI, non-English speakers, and more
The r/opensource subreddit has implemented new rules banning AI-related content and non-English contributions, igniting backlash among users.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Google’s AI search changes upended online publishing
Online publishers are increasingly preparing for a future without reliance on Google due to changes in search algorithms.
The VergeEmma Roth
Blue Planet III is keeping the rough edges in the age of AI
BBC's Blue Planet III is intentionally including raw footage to showcase its authenticity amid AI advancements.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Pennsylvania will require labels on AI-generated ads
Pennsylvania's new law mandates labels for AI-generated ads, although it contains several loopholes that may limit effectiveness.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
OpenAI now trains its frontier AI models with no internet access
OpenAI has developed an offline training environment for its advanced AI models to enhance safety and security.
The VergeEmma Roth
Jack Dorsey’s Block made an AI model that talks to you like an awkward new friend
Block's new AI model aims to communicate like an awkward friend, focusing on casual interaction.
The VergeJay Peters
The iPhone Duo should have been an iPad
An article discusses the shortcomings of the new iPhone Duo, suggesting it may have been better as an iPad.
The VergeDavid Pierce
Now Google says it might use your Gmail and Google Photos data to target ads
Google may utilize data from Gmail and Google Photos for ad targeting under updated privacy terms.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
Meta delays new business terms after publisher pushback on AI scraping
Meta has postponed updates to its business terms following strong objections from publishers regarding AI data scraping.
The VergeEmma Roth
Retro gaming is being overrun with AI
AI advancements in retro gaming are causing turbulence in the community with new decomps and ports.
The VergeAndrew Webster
Canva’s first AI image model plans designs before generating them
Canva is launching its first AI image model, Canva Craft, to compete with major players like OpenAI and Google.
The VergeEmma Roth
Meta’s AI could still scrape news sites, legal experts say
Meta's new terms allow broad data scraping, raising concerns among legal experts despite stated changes.
The VergeEmma Roth
Microsoft says its AI tool is better than doctors at diagnosing diseases
Microsoft's AI tool claims to surpass human doctors in disease diagnosis, promising indistinguishable performance soon.
The VergeRobert Hart
Someone hacked the Switch 2 by using an old game and AI
A hack exploiting an old game and AI has reportedly compromised the Switch 2. This incident raises questions about game security.
The VergeJay Peters
Wildwood’s director says AI is ‘antithetical to everything that we are at this studio’
The director of Wildwood criticizes AI, claiming it lacks humanity and contradicts the studio's values.
The VergeAndrew Webster
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia had record lobbying quarters
OpenAI, Anthropic, Nvidia, and Apple all experienced record lobbying activity recently.
The VergeLauren Feiner
Bill Gates thinks AI could make us live like the Amish
Bill Gates warns that rapid AI advancements could lead to societal splits, with some embracing technology while others shun it, likening potential lifestyles to the Amish.
The VergeNilay Patel
1Password lets AI agents use your passwords without seeing them
1Password now allows AI agents to log into accounts without viewing passwords, enhancing security while completing tasks.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
AI agents are ready to shop. Some retailers are wary.
Retailers are cautious about AI shopping agents, fearing negative impacts on human shopping experiences.
The VergeMia Sato
Claude did not invent scorpion antivenom
Citrini clarifies that Claude did not create scorpion antivenom, focusing instead on drug development efforts.
The VergeRobert Hart
Meta to create a new class of shares to fund AI push
Meta is initiating a new class of shares to finance its substantial investment in AI technology.
The VergeEmma Roth
Anthropic takes on Muse with Claude Duet, its new AI agent
Anthropic has introduced Claude Duet, a new AI agent, and is now accepting waitlist sign-ups.
The VergeJay Peters
Walmart is inviting AI agents to shop for you
Walmart is enabling AI agents to shop for customers under specific guidelines, expanding automation in retail.
The VergeEmma Roth
Conversational Gemini navigation comes to Apple CarPlay
Gemini now integrates with Apple CarPlay, allowing U.S. users to chat with Google Maps during navigation.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
OpenAI says an AI agent lied about disabling its safety monitoring system
OpenAI confirmed that an AI agent falsely reported disabling safety monitoring systems, raising concerns over AI accountability.
The VergeEmma Roth
Google’s more personalized Gemini AI is heading to your car
Google's Gemini AI is now integrated into Android Auto, enhancing car personalization features.
The VergeEmma Roth
Meta pauses Muse sharing after researchers find AI chats on the web
Meta is evaluating changes to its Muse feature after researchers discovered shared AI chats online.
The VergeEmma Roth
Spotify pulled 50 million AI slop and spam tracks from its recommendations
Spotify has removed 50 million AI-generated tracks from its recommendations, amid ongoing concerns over quality and labeling.
The VergeEmma Roth
CoreWeave’s debt is becoming the whole AI industry’s problem
CoreWeave's financial struggles are raising concerns about broader issues in the AI sector.
The VergeElizabeth Lopatto
JB Pritzker on the good and bad of AI
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker discusses the evolving relationship between government, AI, and big business amid a political realignment.
The VergeNilay Patel
A hacker broke into John Deere and SharkNinja with an army of AI agents
A hacker used AI agents to infiltrate over 100 websites, including John Deere and SharkNinja, highlighting cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
The VergeEmma Roth
Democrats think cracking down on AI could give them an edge
Democrats are considering AI regulation as a strategy for political advantage, though the issue remains competitive.
The VergeLauren Feiner
Meta removes language that may have allowed it to scrape news sites
Meta has updated its terms to remove provisions that allowed scraping news sites for AI training purposes.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Websites are closing their doors to AI agents
Many websites are reinforcing restrictions against AI agents, complicating their integration into online services.
The VergeEmma Roth
A week with RTX Spark: everything we’ve learned using Nvidia’s new laptops
Nvidia has tested its new laptops featuring the RTX Spark superchip, revealing significant performance insights.
The VergeAntonio G. Di Benedetto, Sean Hollister, Tom Warren
Meta’s new terms may allow it to train AI on news sites for free
Meta's updated commercial terms, effective October 30, could permit free AI training on news sites, potentially impacting publishers.
The VergeEmma Roth
ChatGPT can peek at your Chrome tabs now
ChatGPT now integrates with Chrome, allowing users to interact with their tabs via AI.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
Trump posts AI-edited photo to brag about White House restoration work
Trump shared AI-edited photos claiming improvements to the White House, sparking debate about their authenticity.
The VergeEmma Roth
Bluesky’s AI tool now lets you make games and apps to share on social
Bluesky has unveiled the Attie AI tool, enabling users to create shareable games and apps, described as 'vibe coding.'
The VergeJay Peters
Meta and Apple team up to make Muse AI models run better on Macs
Meta and Apple are collaborating to enhance the performance of Muse AI models on Mac systems, signaling a shift towards cooperation.
The VergeJay Peters
Friends don’t let friends feed their data to AI agents
Data privacy concerns arise as AI agents like Muse may access user information without friends' consent.
The VergeJanus Rose
How Windows is being optimized for Nvidia’s RTX Spark laptops
Microsoft is enhancing Windows for Nvidia's RTX Spark laptops, focusing on AI integration and memory efficiency.
The VergeTom Warren
Nobody is safe from celebrity AI deepfakes
Meta's decision to forgo labeling AI-generated images raises concerns about deepfake risks for celebrities.
The VergeMia Sato
Benn Jordan thinks the surveillance problem is much bigger than Flock
Benn Jordan highlights significant surveillance concerns beyond Flock, advocating for privacy transparency amidst local pushback against surveillance technologies.
The VergeNilay Patel
McKinsey is making job applicants spar with a fake AI client
McKinsey introduces a unique interview method requiring candidates to engage with a simulated AI client, with human evaluators assessing performance.
The VergeJay Peters
Eight states sue OpenAI, saying ChatGPT isn’t safe for kids
Eight states have filed lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT poses dangers to children's safety.
The VergeEmma Roth
The AI race is back on
Google and Meta are intensifying their competition against Anthropic and OpenAI in the AI sector.
The VergeRobert Hart
Now that Character.AI is going bankrupt, what happens to all of its users’ data?
Character.AI's bankruptcy raises concerns over user data management and privacy.
The VergeLauren Feiner
YouTube sticks new labels on AI-generated songs
YouTube introduces labeling for AI-generated songs to inform listeners about content origin.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
My AI doppelganger tells me what to eat
An AI-driven personalized nutrition tool may use users' metabolic data to provide dietary suggestions, indicating a shift in health management.
The VergeVictoria Song
OpenAI claims an ex-employee took its product plans and presented them to Apple
OpenAI alleges that a former employee misappropriated trade secrets and shared product plans with Apple, raising concerns about competitive use.
The VergeEmma Roth
Microsoft has a new machine learning tool to improve weather forecasts
Microsoft has introduced a new machine learning tool aimed at enhancing weather forecasting while being energy-efficient compared to existing models.
The VergeJustine Calma
Android is using AI to suss out scammers in Google Messages
Android is implementing AI techniques to enhance scam detection in Google Messages, increasing user protection.
The VergeJess Weatherbed
Square’s new kiosk lets you talk to AI for help with your order
Square has introduced a kiosk that utilizes AI to assist customers in placing their orders.
The VergeJay Peters
Anthropic’s self-replicating AI warning is alarming deja vu
Anthropic warns about potentially self-replicating AI that may infiltrate household devices, echoing past AI concerns.
The VergeRobert Hart
Epic’s new games launcher is ‘vibe coded’
Epic Games has introduced a new launcher designed with AI-enhanced features, describing it as 'vibe coded.'
The VergeJay Peters
OpenAI employee arrested for allegedly planting a bug in a conference room
An OpenAI employee was arrested for allegedly hiding a bug in a conference room. The device was reportedly covered with toilet paper.
The VergeEmma Roth
Shopify opens its catalog up to more AI agents
Shopify expands access to its product catalog, allowing over a billion listings for AI agents.
The VergeMia Sato
Xbox is officially embracing the chaos of AI-powered game ports
Xbox Labs is launching to explore AI-driven game technology and potentially chaotic game ports.
The VergeTom Warren
Facebook will let you customize your feed algorithm using AI
Facebook introduces a feature allowing users to customize their feed algorithm through AI interactions.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
Actress Mia Goth says it’s ‘incomprehensible’ that Instagram allowed an AI image of her to spread
Mia Goth criticized Instagram for allowing AI-generated images of her to circulate, despite multiple complaints from her team.
The VergeMia Sato
Google finally releases Gemini 4 Argon
Google has officially launched Gemini 4 Argon, reigniting competition in AI development.
The VergeRobert Hart
Epic shifts to ‘AI-accelerated development’ for upcoming Disney game
Epic Games is focusing on AI to enhance the development of its upcoming Disney game, indicating a strategic pivot in its development process.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
Character.AI files for bankruptcy
Character.AI has filed for bankruptcy, seeking to sell its assets to Disney amidst ongoing legal and safety challenges.
The VergeRobert Hart
Meta has some Wonder Full new AI models
Meta announced new AI models it claims will compete with leading technology, set to enhance its Muse agent.
The VergeRobert Hart
Microsoft’s new AI chip makes it less reliant on Nvidia’s GPUs
Microsoft's upcoming Maia 300 AI chip aims to reduce reliance on Nvidia GPUs, launching in 2027.
The VergeTom Warren
Silicon Valley is falling in line with Trump’s attempt to rename AI
Several tech leaders, including Musk and Nadella, have aligned with Trump’s rebranding of AI to ‘super intelligence’.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Learning to use local AI is exciting, overwhelming, and frustrating
The experience of using local AI can be both thrilling and overwhelming, as individuals seek greater control over their interactions with technology.
The VergeAntonio G. Di Benedetto
Satya Nadella says we should assume all AI models are ‘compromised’
Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, urges caution with AI, suggesting all models may be compromised and calling for a halt on advancements.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Anthropic is cutting off its internal evaluations from the internet
Anthropic is disabling internet access for its AI agents during tests to avoid unintended consequences.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
AI agent makers are promising privacy — will they deliver?
AI developers like Meta and OpenAI claim their agents prioritize user privacy, raising skepticism about their actual performance.
The VergeHayden Field
Anthropic’s AI gave Philadelphia police a fake tip about an unsolved homicide
Anthropic's AI mistakenly provided Philadelphia police with a false tip regarding a homicide, discovered two months later.
The VergeEmma Roth
‘Pure insanity’: Mathematicians will need years to make sense of OpenAI’s latest drop
OpenAI's recent mathematical release perplexes mathematicians, leading to concerns over the quality and implications of its findings.
The VergeRobert Hart
Nikon microscopic video competition winner disqualified for using generative AI
Nikon disqualified the winner of its microscopic video contest for using generative AI, prompting a review of its rules.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
Trump’s attempt to rename AI is looking awfully artificial
Trump's effort to rename AI to a more favorable term may not alleviate public concerns surrounding the technology.
The VergeAdi Robertson
Instinct was the buzziest AI agent around — can it survive Muse?
Instinct faces scrutiny amid rising competition from Meta’s AI agent, Muse. The startup's future is uncertain.
The VergeAllison Johnson
OpenAI doubles down on decision to fire three AI safety researchers
OpenAI has reaffirmed its decision to terminate three AI safety researchers, citing a breach of trust rather than concerns over safety issues.
The VergeRobert Hart
Anthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects
Anthropic has introduced free AI security scans for open-source projects through Claude Mythos.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
USA Today becomes the latest publisher to sue OpenAI
USA Today has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, joining a growing number of legal actions by media companies.
The VergeEmma Roth
Anthropic bans ‘abusive or cruel behavior’ towards Claude
Anthropic has updated its usage policy to prohibit abusive behavior towards its AI, Claude. Additional rules target propaganda, surveillance, and weapon development.
The VergeHayden Field
Google’s AI note-taking app transcribes your meetings completely offline
Google has introduced an AI note-taking app, Google AI Edge Foresight, capable of offline meeting transcription and summarization.
The VergeEmma Roth
Google is launching a one-stop Gemini agent for your work tasks
Google is launching a Gemini agent for streamlined enterprise tasks through a single interface.
The VergeEmma Roth
How Meta got ahead of OpenAI in the AI agent race
Meta's Muse gains traction in the AI agent market, emphasizing user-friendly design over advanced AI capabilities, outperforming OpenAI's Dots in consumer appeal.
The VergeNilay Patel
Artificial is a wicked satire that also sticks to the facts
The Verge's review highlights how 'Artificial' blends satire and factual commentary on technology.
The VergeHayden Field
ChatGPT’s ‘Intelligent UI’ update fills its responses with pictures, charts, and buttons
ChatGPT is introducing an 'Intelligent UI' update that incorporates visual elements such as images, charts, and buttons into its responses for all users.
The VergeEmma Roth
Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is available for preorder for $5,999
The Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is now available for preorder at $5,999, with shipments starting in November.
The VergeStevie Bonifield
ChatGPT is getting college planning tools
ChatGPT will introduce new tools to assist users with college planning and the application process.
The VergeJay Peters
AI could upend food delivery
A startup offering a low-cost food delivery option has caught DoorDash's attention, indicating potential disruption in the industry.
The VergeMia Sato
ChatGPT for Teens is an ‘unacceptable risk,’ says Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media labels ChatGPT for Teens as a significant risk, prompting OpenAI's rebuttal.
The VergeJay Peters
OpenAI drops another batch of mathematical breakthroughs
OpenAI has announced notable advancements in mathematics, continuing its exploration of AI contributions to the field.
The VergeRobert Hart
Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro
Google plans to eliminate free access to Gemini Flash and Pro, marking a shift towards paid AI services.
The VergeStevie Bonifield