Riyadh Air, in collaboration with IBM, has launched as the world’s first AI-native airline, using AI-powered operations to transform employee and guest experiences while optimizing operational efficiency.
Gartner forecasts that just 5% of automakers will sustain AI growth by 2029, warning that most current enthusiasm is built on weak foundations, while robotics and automation reshape vehicle manufacturing.
Donald Trump announced plans to issue an executive order establishing a single federal rule for AI regulation in the U.S., aiming to limit state-level rules and maintain America’s leadership in artificial intelligence.
Tata Electronics and Intel form a strategic alliance to build semiconductor fabs, AI PC solutions, and advanced packaging in India, targeting a top-five global market by 2030.
Hinge rolls out AI “Convo Starters” to help users craft engaging first messages, aiming to reduce awkward silences and boost match-to-date conversion.
IBM acquires Confluent in $11 B deal, combining real-time data streaming and AI infrastructure to support the next generation of cloud and enterprise applications.
OpenAI apologizes to ChatGPT subscribers after promotional messages sparked backlash, saying ads remain off the roadmap while product quality takes priority.
The New York Times sues Perplexity for reproducing copyrighted content in its AI search outputs, joining other publishers including the Chicago Tribune in legal action.
Nvidia partner Foxconn reports a 26% revenue increase in November as demand for next-generation AI infrastructure rises.
Waymo faces a federal investigation as its self-driving cars reportedly ignored stopped school buses, raising safety and regulatory concerns amid expansion plans.
Chicago Tribune sues Perplexity for copyright violations, including scraping paywalled content and using it in AI search engine systems, amid broader legal battles over AI training data.
Apple reveals its 2025 App Store Award winners, emphasizing AI-driven features in top apps and games while advancing its own AI ambitions with Google Gemini for Siri.