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ChatGPT Now Cites Grokipedia, Raising New Misinformation Concerns

By Maria Konash 11 hours ago

OpenAI’s latest ChatGPT model has cited Elon Musk-backed Grokipedia across multiple topics, prompting concerns among researchers about how low-credibility sources can influence AI-generated answers.

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, News

Microsoft Paint Lets AI Create Images From Your Words Using DALL‑E

By Maria Konash Jan 23, 2026

Microsoft Paint introduces Image Creator, powered by DALL‑E, enabling users to generate images from text descriptions.

Consumer Tech, News

AI Can Now Tutor You Like a Human: Praktika Uses ChatGPT to Teach Real Conversations

By Maria Konash Jan 23, 2026

Language learning app Praktika is using OpenAI models to power a multi-agent tutoring system designed to improve real-world speaking fluency through adaptive, conversational lessons.

AI & Machine Learning, News, Startups & Investment

OpenAI Partner LiveKit Hits Unicorn Status With $100M Raise

By Maria Konash Jan 23, 2026

LiveKit, a key provider of AI voice and video technology OpenAI, xAI, and Salesforce, closed a $100 million funding round, valuing the company at $1 billion.

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, News

Demis Hassabis Says He’s “Surprised” by OpenAI’s ChatGPT Ads Test

By Maria Konash Jan 23, 2026

DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis said he was “surprised” by OpenAI’s decision to test ads in ChatGPT and emphasized careful consideration for ads in AI assistants.

AI & Machine Learning, News, Startups & Investment

OpenAI Faces Pressure as Investors Demand AI Returns

By Maria Konash Jan 23, 2026

Analysts warn 2026 could be a pivotal year for OpenAI and other private AI companies as investors focus on profitability amid rising compute costs and IPO speculation.

AI & Machine Learning, News, Startups & Investment

OpenAI Board Chair Bret Taylor Says AI is Likely a Bubble

By Maria Konash Jan 22, 2026

Bret Taylor, Sierra co-founder and OpenAI board chair, says AI investment is inflated but expects market corrections and consolidation.

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, News

Apple Plans Chatbot-Style Siri Revamp for iOS 27

By Maria Konash Jan 22, 2026

Apple is preparing a major overhaul of Siri that would turn the assistant into a chatbot-style interface integrated into iOS 27, reflecting growing competitive pressure in generative AI.

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, Enterprise Tech, News, Startups & Investment

OpenAI Seeks Middle East Funding for $50 Billion Round

By Maria Konash Jan 22, 2026

OpenAI is in talks with Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds about a potential funding round that could raise roughly $50 billion, underscoring sustained investor appetite for large-scale AI development.

AI & Machine Learning, News

OpenAI’s AI Infrastructure Spending Could Push Net Losses to $14 Billion

By Maria Konash Jan 21, 2026

OpenAI’s spending on AI infrastructure could drive net losses to $14 billion this year, raising concerns about its financial runway and long-term profitability.

AI & Machine Learning, Cloud & Infrastructure, News

OpenAI Launches Stargate Community Energy Plan to Offset Data Center Electricity Costs

By Maria Konash Jan 21, 2026

OpenAI has unveiled the Stargate Community plan to ensure its AI data centers do not raise local electricity costs while expanding energy infrastructure.

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, News

OpenAI’s First Hardware Could Be AI Earbuds

By Maria Konash Jan 21, 2026

OpenAI plans to release “Sweet Pea” AI earbuds in H2 2026, featuring local AI processing, unique design, and potential 40-50 million unit shipments in year one.