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Dutch shoppers OK with AI chatbots—as long as they can reach a real person
A new study shows most Dutch consumers are comfortable chatting with AI assistants, but they all want the option to switch to a human employee if needed. It's about having control and trust.
US government backs OpenAI on using copyrighted books for AI training
In a major court filing, the US government has sided with OpenAI in a legal dispute over whether AI systems can be trained on copyrighted material. The government argues that protecting AI development is crucial for American competitiveness.
MrBeast teams up with Google to survive the wilderness using AI
Popular YouTuber MrBeast is starring in a new video series where he and his crew tackle Earth's harshest environments with help from Google's AI assistant. The partnership marks a major push by Google to showcase its technology to millions of viewers.
How one company turned 3 days of work into just 3 hours
ATV Big Air Tour discovered that ChatGPT—an AI assistant that writes and answers questions—could dramatically speed up their marketing and product sales tasks. They even built an entire website from product photos in just 15 minutes.
Brussels treats ChatGPT like Google under new EU rules
The European Commission has officially classified ChatGPT as a major search competitor and placed it under stricter oversight. This means the AI chatbot must follow tougher rules designed to protect fair competition online.
Apple says OpenAI is destroying evidence in trade secrets lawsuit
Apple claims OpenAI is actively destroying evidence in their legal battle. The company says OpenAI only recently handed over a computer that contained messages about erasing data Apple needs for the case.
How smart companies are using AI agents to work faster
Three companies show how AI agents—software that performs tasks without constant human input—are speeding up hiring, customer support, and developer workflows. Here's what it means for the future of work.
How a major law firm safely scales AI across the business
Australian law firm Gilbert + Tobin shows how to responsibly roll out advanced AI tools to hundreds of employees. They combined clear leadership, strong oversight, and human accountability.
South Korea gives free AI access to every citizen
South Korea is handing out free digital tokens to all residents so they can use locally-made artificial intelligence tools. Here's what that means for ordinary people.
Music Giants Sue AI Company Over Song Lyrics
Sony Music and Warner Music are taking AI company Anthropic to court, claiming it used millions of song lyrics without permission to train its Claude chatbot. The music labels say they're losing income because the AI now reproduces those lyrics for free.
You can now buy ads directly inside ChatGPT across Europe
Advertising company Criteo has made it easier for businesses to place ads inside ChatGPT. The service is now available in 31 European countries, including the Netherlands.
Nine Out of Ten People Hate Chatbots Getting in the Way
A new survey shows that most consumers think chatbots make it harder to reach a real person at a company. Many people feel frustrated when they can't get human help.
ChatGPT Ads hits $1 billion milestone, expanding AI access worldwide
OpenAI's advertising business has reached a major financial milestone. The company is now using this growth to make AI tools more available and affordable for people around the world.
Top Bosses Rush to Learn AI to Keep Their Jobs
Company leaders are scrambling to take AI training courses. They're worried that without understanding artificial intelligence, they'll lose control of their businesses.
Heavy machinery company brings mining robot lessons to AI
Caterpillar, the company famous for bulldozers and excavators, is using 30 years of experience running autonomous machines in remote mines to help other companies safely deploy AI systems.
AI breakthrough makes cybersecurity urgent for companies right now
A new AI model called Mythos has changed how companies think about protecting their data. Security is no longer a future concern—it's become something businesses are buying today.
Medical Device Company Buys AI Surgery Startup
Globus Medical has acquired Higgs Boson Health to add artificial intelligence tools that help surgeons during operations. The deal aims to improve patient care in bone and joint surgery.
Is AI spending headed for a crash? History suggests not yet
Companies are pouring unprecedented amounts of money into artificial intelligence. But looking back 250 years of market booms and busts, experts say this growth may have much longer to run before reality catches up.
Meet Mira: A Co-Founder Who Doesn't Actually Exist
A fashion brand called Minagi is using AI tools to create a virtual co-founder and brand ambassador named Mira. But keeping her looking and sounding consistent is harder than you'd think.
The hedge fund bankrolling China's AI breakthrough
DeepSeek, the Chinese AI company that shocked the world last year, has been secretly funded by its founder's money-management business. Now that business is trying to go public in a tricky market.
Company Seeks AI Expert to Help Solve Real Business Problems
Attadale, which works with major companies worldwide, is hiring a data scientist to build AI systems that actually change how businesses operate. The role focuses on practical results, not just theory.
Mitsubishi Power is Hiring AI Engineers Right Now
Energy company Mitsubishi Power EMEA is looking for fresh talent to build artificial intelligence systems. They're offering a two-year contract role for recent graduates or students finishing their studies.
OpenAI's Greg Brockman emerges as day-to-day leader
As top executives leave OpenAI in rapid succession, cofounder Greg Brockman is quietly accumulating enormous power over the company's operations. Meanwhile, CEO Sam Altman focuses on bigger-picture strategy ahead of a major public stock offering.
OpenAI to show ads on free ChatGPT in India
OpenAI is starting to display advertisements on ChatGPT's free version in India. This affects millions of users who rely on the free tier to access the AI chatbot.
New AI Conference Series Aims to Improve Energy Industry
Bidgely is launching a series of conferences in 2027 to help energy companies use artificial intelligence more safely and effectively. The initiative brings together industry leaders to share knowledge and tackle challenges.
Twilio is hiring a machine learning engineer to improve customer experiences
Communication platform Twilio is looking for a machine learning engineer to join their remote team. The role focuses on building AI systems that help businesses connect better with their customers.
Meta's plan to replace workers with AI hit major problems
Meta tried using AI agents—software that works independently—to do jobs normally done by humans. But the plan backfired, causing disruptions that forced the company to scrap the idea.
Why AI apps confuse users with too many technical names
Google's Gemini and other AI assistants overwhelm people by explaining how they work instead of simply doing their job. Experts say the industry needs to focus on user experience, not technical details.
Self-driving taxis coming to Munich by end of 2027
Waymo, the self-driving car company, is expanding to Germany. It plans to launch fully autonomous robot taxis in Munich, marking its first European Union operation.
Robot startup Generalist now worth $3 billion
A company building general-purpose robots just got a massive funding boost. In just months, its value jumped from $2 billion to $3 billion — a sign of growing investor confidence in physical AI.
School tech company aims for IPO and plans major growth
Lead School, an education technology platform, expects to nearly double its profits this year while planning to go public within two to three years. The company is betting on AI tools to drive growth.
India's Government Seeks More AI Partners for Digital Projects
The Indian government is looking to work with more technology companies on artificial intelligence projects. This move aims to speed up digital services and reduce reliance on a small group of partners.
AI startup races into robotics with $6 billion funding deal
General Intuition, a young company teaching AI how to move and act in the real world, just landed major backing from top investors. The deal values the company at $6 billion.
New AI Company Focuses on Safety Over Speed
A former OpenAI leader is building AI that prioritizes human values and safety. Backed by $5 billion from tech giant NVIDIA, the company aims to challenge how AI is typically developed.
Teen from India builds AI tools while studying business
A Kerala teenager is making waves by teaching himself artificial intelligence and creating useful AI tools—all while completing his regular business studies. Meet the "AI Kid of India."
AI is changing jobs faster than expected—young workers suffer most
A new report shows artificial intelligence is eliminating entry-level jobs much quicker than anyone predicted. Young people aged 15-29 are facing the biggest challenge as companies automate work that used to be their first step into careers.
Waymo spends twice as much to influence regulators on robot taxis
Google's self-driving car company is fighting hard to get government approval for driverless taxis. They've doubled their spending on lobbying — that's paying people to persuade politicians and regulators.
ChatGPT Now Shows You All the Ads Running Inside It
ChatGPT has quietly become an advertising platform. Now Europe's first public register lets anyone see which companies are running ads in the chatbot — including in the Netherlands.