OpenAI delays ChatGPT adult mode launch again
OpenAI has delayed the launch of its "adult mode" feature for ChatGPT for the second time, citing a need to prioritize other product improvements.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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OpenAI has delayed the launch of its "adult mode" feature for ChatGPT for the second time, citing a need to prioritize other product improvements.
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Luma launched agentic AI tools powered by its new 'Unified Intelligence' models to handle end-to-end creative work, though the company plans to roll out access gradually.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.