OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has declared a “code red” internally, focusing all efforts on improving ChatGPT’s quality. This means delaying planned features like AI shopping agents and a digital assistant called Pulse.
The cybersecurity game has changed. According to a new report, phishing attacks are no longer clumsy emails but sophisticated AI-driven campaigns that mimic human behavior with terrifying accuracy. We’re now in the era of “Phishing 3.0,” and old defenses aren’t enough.
Masayoshi Son revealed he was “crying” when SoftBank sold its entire $5.83 billion Nvidia stake. The move was to fund aggressive AI investments, including OpenAI. But with Nvidia’s stock soaring, was this a historic blunder?
The Seattle tech scene saw significant executive movement this week. Expedia appointed its first-ever chief AI officer, while Textio’s co-founder returned to Microsoft. Meanwhile, a key T-Mobile leader is stepping down after 12 years.
SoftBank is partnering with industrial automation leader Yaskawa to develop a new breed of AI-powered robots. The goal is to create machines that can juggle multiple tasks simultaneously in complex environments like offices and hospitals. A demonstration is planned for the iREX 2025 exhibition later
Fortnite players are accusing Epic Games of using generative AI to create some of the new art in Chapter 7. The drama centers on odd details like a nine-toed yeti. CEO Tim Sweeney recently argued against mandatory AI tags on storefronts like Steam.
Professors are integrating AI into negotiation courses, having students use tools like Perplexity Pro and custom GPTs to practice. The goal is to simulate real-world scenarios and get targeted feedback before the big meeting.
According to TechCrunch, at least 80 VC-backed startups have achieved unicorn status in 2025 so far, fueled by an AI investor frenzy. The list includes companies like the $8B AI model developer Reflection and the $5B blockchain payments firm Tempo, but also spans satellite manufacturing, drug discov
Walmart’s Cyber Monday event is live with massive discounts on big-ticket items like TVs and Apple gear. According to Tom’s Guide, deals include an LG 48-inch OLED TV for $550 and AirPods 4 for $79. These are some of the last major savings of the year.
Elon Musk is making another sweeping prediction about AI, claiming it will solve the US debt crisis within three years. He envisions a future of “universal high income” where working is optional, but critics warn of massive unemployment and inequality.
