Google brings Canvas AI tool to all US users in AI Mode
Google has expanded access to its Canvas AI project organization tool to all users in the U.S., intensifying competition with similar offerings from OpenAI and Anthropic.
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398 storiesAnthropic caught between military use and defense industry exit
Anthropic’s AI models remain in use for U.S. military targeting, even as defense contractors move to replace the technology amid government directives and potential supply-chain risk designations.
CollectivIQ launches to aggregate AI model responses
Boston-based CollectivIQ has launched an enterprise tool that queries up to 10 LLMs simultaneously to provide more accurate, fused answers while addressing data privacy concerns.
Alibaba Qwen technical lead Junyang Lin steps down
Alibaba’s Qwen technical lead Junyang Lin has stepped down, a move occurring just one day after the company released its new Qwen 3.5 open-weight model series.
OpenAI releases GPT-5.3 Instant to reduce chatbot tone issues
OpenAI released GPT-5.3 Instant, an update designed to reduce the "preachy" and "cringe" tone of its predecessor that led some users to cancel subscriptions.
Anthropic adds voice mode to Claude Code
Anthropic has launched a voice mode for its Claude Code assistant, currently available to about 5% of users, as the company reports rapid growth in revenue and usage.
Anthropic reports Claude outage as US government scrutiny grows
Anthropic is experiencing widespread disruptions that appear to affect Claude.ai and Claude Code, though the company reports its API remains functional while it implements a fix.
OpenAI defends Pentagon contract amid safety concerns
OpenAI has secured a Pentagon contract for its AI models, defending its safety protocols after competitor Anthropic was excluded from government use over supply-chain concerns.
Pentagon taps OpenAI for classified AI after Anthropic standoff
OpenAI has reached an agreement to deploy its AI models within the U.S. Department of Defense’s classified network, incorporating specific technical safeguards regarding surveillance and autonomous weapons.
Pentagon threatens to blacklist Anthropic over AI restrictions
The Pentagon has threatened to blacklist Anthropic as a supply chain risk if the company does not allow its AI models to be used for all lawful military purposes.
OpenAI secures $110 billion as user base nears 1 billion
OpenAI has raised $110 billion in private funding and reached 900 million weekly active users, with the funding round remaining open for additional investors.
Suno hits 2 million paid subscribers and $300M in ARR
Suno has reached 2 million paid subscribers and $300 million in annual recurring revenue, while simultaneously settling a copyright lawsuit with Warner Music Group.
Perplexity debuts Computer, a new tool for complex workflows
Perplexity launched Perplexity Computer, an agentic tool that orchestrates 19 different AI models to execute complex workflows, available on its $200/month subscription tier.
Mistral AI partners with Accenture to boost enterprise adoption
French AI lab Mistral AI has partnered with Accenture to develop enterprise technology, joining a growing trend of AI firms leveraging consulting giants to drive adoption.
Google brings Nano Banana 2 to Gemini and Search
Google launched Nano Banana 2, a faster, more realistic image generation model now default across Gemini, Search in 141 countries, and its video editing tool, Flow.
Google brings multi-step task automation to Gemini on Android
Google is beta-testing multi-step task automation for Gemini on Android, initially limited to select apps in the U.S. and Korea, alongside new scam detection and search features.
Peter Steinberger on the importance of play in AI development
OpenAI’s Peter Steinberger argues that AI builders should prioritize experimentation and playfulness over rigid planning, while rejecting the term "vibe coding" as a slur.
Pew Research: 12% of US teens use AI for emotional support
About 12% of US teens use AI for emotional support, highlighting a significant gap between teen usage and parental awareness, according to a new Pew Research Center report.
Adobe adds AI-powered Quick Cut to Firefly video editor
Adobe launched Quick Cut, an AI-powered feature for its Firefly video editor that automatically generates a first draft of a video based on natural language instructions.
Amazon updates Alexa+ with new personality customization options
Amazon launched three new personality styles for its Alexa+ AI assistant, though the feature is currently limited to the U.S. market.