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Target to Test Contextual Ads in ChatGPT
Target is piloting contextual advertising in ChatGPT through its Roundel network, serving clearly labeled product ads alongside AI responses while maintaining user trust.
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Target is piloting contextual advertising in ChatGPT through its Roundel network, serving clearly labeled product ads alongside AI responses while maintaining user trust.
Uber Eats is rolling out an AI-powered Cart Assistant that lets customers build grocery lists using text or images, factoring in preferences and store availability.
OpenAI’s VP of product policy, Ryan Beiermeister, was fired following a sex discrimination allegation, after reportedly opposing the planned ChatGPT “adult mode” feature.
Canva now integrates Brand Kits into ChatGPT, allowing users to generate fully on-brand visuals directly from AI prompts, streamlining creative workflows.
Chris Hemsworth faces off against Alexa+ in Amazon’s Super Bowl commercial, humorously portraying AI fears while highlighting practical home assistance features.
Meta launches a standalone Vibes app for AI-generated videos, offering creation, remixing, and sharing tools, with upcoming freemium subscriptions planned.
Google’s AI chatbot Gemini surpassed 750 million monthly active users, highlighting rapid adoption following recent product updates. The growth was disclosed in Alphabet’s latest earnings.
Accor has integrated its ALL Accor booking and loyalty experience directly into ChatGPT, enabling AI-driven hotel discovery and trip planning. The launch expands Accor’s digital reach.
Ring’s AI-powered Search Party, which scans camera networks to locate lost dogs, is now available to all U.S. users, including those without Ring cameras.
Africa-based travel technology company Tripesa has launched Roamio, an AI-powered travel marketplace designed to connect travellers with local experts through intent-driven trip planning.
Apple has acquired Israeli AI startup Q.ai to strengthen its audio and hardware-focused AI capabilities. The deal highlights Apple’s growing emphasis on on-device intelligence amid intensifying competition with Meta and Google.
Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta will release new AI models and products in the coming months, with a focus on AI-driven shopping assistants leveraging personal context.