OpenAI updates ChatGPT default model to GPT-5.5 Instant
OpenAI has released GPT-5.5 Instant as the new default ChatGPT model, promising reduced hallucinations and expanded access to search tools in the coming weeks.
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398 storiesNew AI image models boost downloads but struggle to convert revenue
Appfigures reports that image AI model releases drive 6.5x more app downloads than traditional updates, though these installs do not always translate into increased consumer spending.
Anthropic and OpenAI launch enterprise AI joint ventures
Anthropic and OpenAI are launching enterprise AI joint ventures, reportedly valued at $1.5 billion and $10 billion respectively, to scale services via forward-deployed engineering.
OpenAI model matches human doctors in emergency triage study
A Harvard study found OpenAI’s o1 model performed nominally better than or on par with internal medicine physicians in emergency triage, though experts caution against overhyping results.
Pentagon signs AI deals with Nvidia, Microsoft, and AWS
The U.S. Defense Department has signed deals with Nvidia, Microsoft, AWS, and Reflection AI to deploy AI models on classified networks, aiming to diversify its vendor base.
ChatGPT Images 2.0 sees mixed global adoption despite India surge
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Images 2.0, which has seen strong adoption in India but a mixed global response, according to early data from Sensor Tower and Similarweb.
OpenAI restricts access to new cybersecurity model
OpenAI will begin rolling out its GPT-5.5-Cyber tool to verified defenders in the next few days, despite previously criticizing competitor Anthropic for similar access restrictions.
Musk admits xAI used distillation on OpenAI models
Elon Musk testified that xAI partly used distillation techniques on OpenAI models, confirming that American AI labs frequently leverage each other's technology to train their own systems.
BioticsAI secures FDA approval for ultrasound AI copilot
BioticsAI secured FDA approval for its ultrasound AI copilot, demonstrating that healthcare startups can succeed by prioritizing regulatory strategy over the 'move fast' mentality.
Google brings Gemini AI to millions of vehicles
Google is rolling out its Gemini AI assistant to vehicles with Google built-in, starting with approximately 4 million General Motors cars in the U.S.
Earth AI aims to cut mineral sample processing from months to days
Earth AI is building its own labs, hoping to reduce mineral sample processing times from five months to five days to improve its AI exploration models.
Google grants U.S. military access to AI for classified networks
Google has granted the U.S. Department of Defense access to its AI for classified networks, following similar deals by OpenAI and xAI.
Anthropic tests AI-to-AI commerce in internal pilot
Anthropic’s Project Deal pilot found that while advanced AI agents secure objectively better outcomes in commerce, users may not perceive the performance disparity.
DeepSeek launches V4 models with 1.6 trillion parameters
DeepSeek launched its V4 Flash and Pro models, which feature up to 1.6 trillion parameters and claim to almost close the performance gap with frontier AI models.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.5 as it pushes toward 'super app' vision
OpenAI released GPT-5.5, its smartest model yet, as the company advances its strategy to build an AI super app integrating services like ChatGPT and Codex.
Space telescopes are creating a massive demand for GPU compute
As NASA prepares to launch the Nancy Grace Roman space telescope, astrophysicists are increasingly relying on GPU-accelerated AI models to manage an expected deluge of space data.
Google targets enterprise IT with new agent-building tool
Google launched the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, a new tool for IT teams to build and manage AI agents, positioning it against Amazon and Microsoft offerings.
OpenAI partners with Infosys to scale enterprise AI tools
OpenAI is partnering with Infosys to integrate its AI tools, including Codex, into the Indian IT giant’s Topaz AI platform to help clients modernize software development.
Google adds generative AI to its mapping and geospatial tools
Google is rolling out new generative AI features for its mapping and geospatial platforms, aiming to accelerate data analysis and visualization for enterprise users.
Meta to track employee keystrokes for AI training
Meta plans to use internal employee mouse movements and keystrokes to train its AI models, citing a need for real-world examples of how people use computers.