Latency measures the delay between an AI request and the resulting response. Interactive generative systems often track time to first token, which reflects how quickly output begins, and time to last token, which captures total completion time. Latency comes from model computation, queueing, network transfer, retrieval, tool calls, safety checks, and application logic. It varies with prompt length, output length, model size, hardware, batching, cache use, and current load. Optimizing only average latency can hide poor experiences, so teams also monitor percentile values and separate each stage of the request. The right target depends on whether the product is conversational, analytical, offline, or safety-critical.
Chinese chipmakers report record revenue driven by AI demand, memory shortages, and U.S. export curbs boosting domestic semiconductor growth.
OpenAI’s acquisition of tech media platform TBPN highlights an unconventional M&A strategy as the company prepares for a potential IPO and faces rising competition in AI.
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.
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.
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.