AI agents like OpenAI's Operator can complete tasks like grocery shopping and booking appointments. While still experimental, they offer glimpses of a future where they could automate drudgery in our daily lives. Concerns arise over potential risks as they gain more autonomy.
The future of AI is moving towards agentic AI, focusing on making life easier with new features like real-time translation, smart assistants, and seamless device integration showcased by companies like Google, Motorola, Oppo, Honor, and Tecno at MWC 2025. Collaboration between Android phone makers is key to delivering AI to the masses.
Microsoft is developing its own AI models to reduce dependence on OpenAI, with new models Phi-4-multimodal and Phi-4-mini outperforming Google's Gemini. They are also working on reasoning models to rival OpenAI's GPT-o1. Relations strained over lack of transparency.
The US Department of Justice is still pushing for Google to sell its web browser Chrome to address antitrust concerns, despite Google's objections. The DOJ has modified its initial proposal but remains firm on key divestments and restrictions. Google plans to appeal the court's decision.
Google quietly removed mentions of diversity and equity from its Responsible AI team's webpage. This follows a trend of tech companies scaling back DEI initiatives due to pressure from the Trump Administration.
A federal judge allows AI-related copyright lawsuit against Meta to proceed, alleging violation of authors' intellectual property rights in training Llama AI models with their books. Claims of fair use countered, with judge dismissing part of suit but finding authors have standing to sue.
Pinterest updates privacy policy to use user data for AI training, leading to AI-generated content flooding platform. Users can opt out, but some express frustration over lack of choice.
In 2024, 49 AI startups in the U.S. raised $100 million+, with 3 companies raising multiple mega-rounds and 7 raising $1 billion+. In 2025, nearly 10 U.S. AI companies have already raised over $100 million, with one surpassing $1 billion.
Amazon Prime Video is introducing AI-aided dubbing for selected movies, potentially altering original performances. This move follows a trend in the industry of tech companies using AI to manipulate content.
Apple's overhaul of Siri, known as LLM Siri, has been delayed until next year, possibly even 2027. The update was expected to bring personalization and app interactions, but internal tests have raised concerns. Apple has partnered with OpenAI for ChatGPT capabilities to enhance Siri in the meantime. The delay puts Apple behind Google's advanced AI capabilities with Gemini. Despite this setback, Apple is making progress in partnerships for Apple Intelligence in China.
AI-generated deepfake scams using Steve Harvey's likeness are on the rise. Legislation like the No Fakes Act aims to penalize creators and platforms hosting fake content. Celebrities support the bill to protect against misuse of AI technology. Harvey advocates for action to prevent further harm.
Investor interest in AI-coding assistants is surging, with Anysphere in talks to raise capital at a $10 billion valuation. Other companies like Codeium are also seeing high valuations, with AI making strides in coding tools. Poolside is also attracting investor attention for its AI-powered coding technology.
Microsoft is developing its own powerful AI models to compete with OpenAI. They have created MAI models and are considering offering them through an API. Microsoft is also exploring alternative AI models for products like Copilot, amid tensions with OpenAI.
Signal President Meredith Whittaker expressed concerns about the privacy risks posed by agentic AI at the SXSW conference. She warned that giving AI agents access to personal data could undermine privacy and security. Whittaker cautioned against the trend of relying on AI for various tasks, highlighting the potential consequences of a surveillance-based AI industry.
The number of pending AI bills in the U.S. has surpassed 2024's total in just over two months, with 781 bills in 2025. Congress struggles to pass comprehensive AI framework, with the Trump administration focusing on promoting AI development free from bias.
Google is expanding its AI Overviews feature with Gemini 2.0, offering smart answers to technical queries. A new AI Mode replaces search results with AI responses, available to Google One AI Premium subscribers. The AI uses a "query fan-out" technique for comprehensive searches.
Apple delays supercharged Siri features, including app integration and personal context, to next year. Pressure mounts from rivals like OpenAI's ChatGPT. Developers awaiting beta release for app intents.
xAI, Elon Musk's AI company, has acquired a one-million-square-foot property in Memphis for AI data center expansion. Plans include upgrading to 1 million Nvidia GPUs and potentially raising $10 billion in funding. Residents have raised concerns about strain on infrastructure and air quality.
Elon Musk's xAI acquires 1 million sq ft property in Memphis for AI data center expansion. Plans to upgrade facility with 1 million Nvidia GPUs. Facing criticism for strain on grid and air quality, offers Tesla batteries and water recycling. Discussing $10 billion fundraising round.
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