Microsoft has introduced MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and MAI-Image-2, expanding its AI model lineup with faster performance and competitive pricing for developers. The models are now available through Microsoft Foundry.
The Trump administration has appealed a court decision blocking the Pentagon’s designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk. The case centers on AI safety disagreements and government contracting restrictions.
OpenAI has introduced pay-as-you-go Codex pricing for ChatGPT Business and Enterprise users. The update aims to simplify adoption and expand usage across development teams.
OpenAI has acquired tech media company TBPN to strengthen its communication strategy around AI. The deal aims to scale industry dialogue while preserving TBPN’s editorial independence.
Anthropic mistakenly triggered the removal of thousands of GitHub repositories while attempting to take down leaked source code. The company has since reversed most of the takedown actions.
SpaceX has reportedly filed confidentially for an IPO, joining OpenAI and Anthropic in a growing pipeline of major tech listings. The moves signal a potential surge in AI-driven public offerings in 2026.
New research shows women are adopting AI tools at work more slowly than men, facing lower support and recognition. The gap could have long-term implications for career growth and workplace equity.
Google has introduced Veo 3.1 Lite, a lower-cost video generation model aimed at high-volume use cases. The release expands its AI video lineup with more accessible pricing and flexible capabilities.
Anthropic has signed an agreement with the Australian government to collaborate on AI safety and research. The deal includes funding for scientific institutions and expanded use of Claude in healthcare and education.
Salesforce is expanding Slackbot into an AI-powered enterprise teammate, integrating workflows, apps, and data into a single conversational interface. The update introduces new capabilities aimed at improving productivity and coordination across teams.
Nvidia has invested $2 billion in Marvell as part of a partnership to expand AI infrastructure, including custom chips, networking, and silicon photonics.
Nebius will build a 310MW AI data center in Finland, expanding Europe’s growing push to develop large-scale compute infrastructure.
Starcloud reaches $1.1B valuation to build orbital AI data centers, launching GPU-powered satellites and targeting space-based compute infrastructure.
